The Savage Resurrection was an American psychedelic rock band from the San Francisco Bay Area, active between 1967 and 1968. They were known as one of the youngest psychedelic groups in the region, featuring 16‑year‑old lead guitarist Randy Hammon, cousin of Blue Cheer drummer Paul Whaley. The only member who was not a teenager was bassist Steve Lage, who was 21. Formed in 1967, the band signed with Mercury Records and released their self‑titled debut album in 1968. The record was produced by Abe “Voco” Kesh, noted for his work with Blue Cheer and Harvey Mandel. Their sound drew comparisons to bands such as Love and the Jimi Hendrix Experience. Shortly after the album’s release, singer Bill Harper and bassist Steve Lage left the group, effectively ending its momentum. The band continued touring until late 1968 before disbanding. Nick Saloman of The Bevis Frond has cited The Savage Resurrection as one of his major influences, and in October 2008 performed a live set with guitarist Randy Hammon. Confusion has occasionally arisen over claims that Randy Hammon was actually Randy Holden, but this appears to be a misconception. Bill Harper continued writing and performing, notably appearing on an LP and several singles with The Stepford Husbands in the early 1980s. Drummer Jeff Myer recorded and toured extensively throughout the 1970s and 1980s with artists including Van Morrison, Jesse Colin Young, Janis Ian, Tom Fogerty, and Terry & The Pirates, as well as the reggae band The Edge. Former member Steve Lage (born Stephen Allen Lage on August 15, 1947) died on July 25, 2010, in Oakland, California.
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Jammin’
Appeal to the Happy
Someone’s Changing
Tahitian Melody
Thing In “E”
Expectations
Fox Is Sick
River Deep Mountain High
The Savage Resurrection – 1968 Full Album
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