That was followed by a 1967 single released under the name of Steve Walker & The Bold, Dynovoice 232[/blue] Train Kept A Rollin' / Found What I Was Looking For.
They were the house band at the Playboy Club in NYC in 1968 where they played 7 nights a week (and jam sessions on Sunday afternoon to boot!) for a full year. It is during this time that guitarist Bob La Palm is said to have met and taught Joe Walsh (then of The James Gang) his techniques for using the echoplex effect on guitar (as is so elegantly exemplified on track "Free Fugue", from the ABC album). It's also around this time that as the band was moving with the times to a more psychedelic style, they dropped the "the" from their "the Bold" billing. It is interesting to also note, perhaps uncoincidentally, that producer Bill Szymczyk (who later went on to produce Joe Walsh's other band, The Eagles) took an interest in Bold during this time period and went on to produce their only full length LP, self-titled "Bold", on ABC records, (ABCS-705)
After Bold broke up, Bob La Palm then joined Connecticut's premier band, The Wildweeds (featuring Al Anderson of NRBQ fame) for a short time towards the end of that band's career, and he is known to have played on at least one recording session with them, as well as numerous gigs.
Then Bob La Palm and Timothy Griffin, went on to found a band called Clean Living with Norman Schell.
Tim Griffin also played drums in James Taylor's road band very briefly. Steve Walker moved to Lake Tahoe where he played bass in a band called Amazing Grace after which he formed the Steve Walker Band and has played on the Tahoe Queen for last 26 years or so.
Looking Back
The Bold Lyrics
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Vigor, everything so new.
In that time of so little doubt,
Knew exactly what to do.
Everything was so defined,
My purposes were clear,
Took on anything in the way
Good times, bad times,
Haunt me looking back.
Back I looked on years spent
And all the things I've seen.
'Cause I'm so much older,
You must know what I mean.
I've learned from those days,
Both good and bad, thinking
Back on all those times I had.
Good times, bad times,
Haunt me looking back.
Years have passed,
And I'm still here;
But things don't stay the same
Growing older questioning,
Things could never stay the
Same.
What have I done?
What have I learned?
And what have I gained?
Good times, bad times,
Haunt me looking back.
The song "Looking Back" by The Bold is a reflective ballad about the passing of time and the experiences that shape our lives. The lyrics open with the singer reminiscing about a time when they first started out with vigour and everything was new, and they had a clear sense of purpose without much doubt. The singer reflects on how they took on anything in their way without fear, and how everything seemed so defined back then. As the chorus kicks in, the singer laments how good times and bad times continue to haunt them when they look back.
The second verse finds the singer looking back on the years spent and all the things they've seen. They emphasize how much older they are now and that the listener must "know what I mean." The singer reflects on how they've learned from the good and bad days, noting that everything they've experienced has contributed to who they are today. As the chorus repeats, the singer continues to emphasize how past experiences continue to haunt them when they look back.
In the final verse, the singer acknowledges that years have passed, and they are still here, but things don't stay the same. The singer reflects on the inevitability of growing older and questioning what they've done, learned, and gained from their experiences. Once again, the chorus repeats, emphasizing how the memories of the past continue to affect the singer.
Overall, "Looking Back" is a wistful and introspective song that explores how the past experiences shape one's present and future, highlighting the importance of reflection and learning from the past.
Line by Line Meaning
First started out with so much
At the beginning, I was full of energy and enthusiasm.
Vigor, everything so new.
I was enthusiastic and everything was new and exciting.
In that time of so little doubt,
During that period, I had very little uncertainty or hesitation.
Knew exactly what to do.
I had a clear sense of purpose and direction.
Everything was so defined,
My goals and objectives were clearly laid out.
My purposes were clear,
I had a firm understanding of what I wanted to achieve.
Took on anything in the way
I was ready to confront any obstacles that came my way.
And did it without fear.
I faced challenges with confidence and courage.
Good times, bad times,
Both pleasant and unpleasant experiences,
Haunt me looking back.
Occupy my thoughts and memories when I reflect on the past.
Back I looked on years spent
I reviewed the time and effort I had expended over the years.
And all the things I've seen.
Everything that I have observed and experienced.
'Cause I'm so much older,
As a result of ageing,
You must know what I mean.
I'm sure you can understand what I'm saying.
I've learned from those days,
I've gained valuable experience from those periods.
Both good and bad, thinking
Both positive and negative experiences, as I reflect
Back on all those times I had.
I look back on all of those moments.
Years have passed,
A lot of time has elapsed.
And I'm still here;
Despite everything, I'm still present and accounted for.
But things don't stay the same
However, things do not remain the same.
Growing older questioning,
As I age, I begin to question,
Things could never stay the,
Things could never remain unchanged.
Same.
That's the truth of it all.
What have I done?
What contributions have I made?
What have I learned?
What life lessons have I learned?
And what have I gained?
What benefits have I reaped?
Good times, bad times,
Both pleasant and unpleasant experiences,
Haunt me looking back.
Occupy my thoughts and memories when I reflect on the past.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: REX K. RIDEOUT, EULAULAH HATHAWAY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ceevishus4130
2021 and is still amazing
@Platium2005GLI
Still my favorite after all these years. Love them~when I used to see them play at the Anthrax in Norwalk,Ct in the '80s and to this day.
I had an opportunity to speak with Matt. Stand up guy. There music had helped me through some very difficult times in my life.
I am and have always been thankful. Again- thank you BOLD for being there and at many times you didn't even know.
Now, my son needs you. I can only pray that BOLD can touch him the same way it has touched me.
@Supernino
Platium2005GLI XXXyouth crewXXX. he'll pull through BROTHER!
@ceevishus4130
Why is this album so good!!!
@necromauricio
I LOVE THIS BAND!!!
@Rhizzome
Such an awesome record - still love it after all these years.
@asmrbynature3057
I found this cassette in a Music Trader like 94'
Musically ahead of there time...Drummers a f*cking beast!
Im bout to go play on my electric drumkit! 42 year old single dad out😎
@dariofernando5572
Classic and very underrated
@ceevishus4130
Why is every song on this album great!!!! I feel so bad for not being Straight Edge anymore.. I feel so wrong for loving this album..
@JeremiahRC5464
It's a must I listen to this three times everytime I listen to it. Twice is not enough