The Mandrake Paddle Steamer

Comprising Brian Engel (vocals), Martin Briley (b. London, England; guitar/vocals), Barry Nightingale (drums), Martin Hooker (keyboards) and Paul Riordan (bass/vocals), Mandrake Paddle Steamer were responsible for recording one of the most cherished singles of the psychedelic era - ‘Strange Walking Man'. Subsequently reissued by Bam Caruso in 1988, the song's popularity has continued to revive interest in the band, and was eventually featured on a compilation CD issued by Forgotten Jewels Records in 1991. Unfortunately, Mandrake Paddle Steamer never received a similar level of...