SAHB: (Rock Pirates)

Overview Happy 77th birthday to Alistair Macdonald “Zal” Cleminson, born May 4, 1949 — the electrifying Scottish guitarist whose work with The Sensational Alex Harvey Band (SAHB) helped define some of the wildest, most theatrical rock of the 1970s. With his harlequin makeup, explosive stage presence, and razor‑sharp guitar tone, Zal became one of the decade’s most instantly recognisable musicians. His playing powered SAHB classics such as “Delilah,” “The Boston Tea Party,” an

Recorded in Berlin in 1976 and previously unreleased until now, Live In The New World captures The Sensational Alex Harvey Band during one of the most prolific and theatrical phases of their career. Issued as a Record Store Day 2026 exclusive, the album presents a complete mid‑70s live set newly mastered from long‑archived tapes. Released to coincide with the 21‑CD archival box set Good Evening Boys & Girls, this standalone LP offers a focused snapshot of SAHB’s explosive sta

Good Evening Boys & Girls is an expansive 21‑CD box set capturing 16 previously unreleased concert performances from The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, spanning 1973 to the band’s final run with the original lineup. The set documents the group’s legendary live reputation — a band whose myth was built on stagecraft, storytelling, humour, and explosive rock ’n’ roll energy. Released on 17 April 2026, the collection was created with the full cooperation of Zal Cleminson, Chris Gl

SAHB's Unreleased 1976 Berlin Stunner

Publication: Archival Chronicle Date: Compiled 2026 (covering 1972–1977 era) Scotland’s theatrical rock renegades – vaudeville grit, glam swagger, and street‑wise storytelling like nobody else. The Sensational Alex Harvey Band were a genre‑defying force: part glam, part hard rock, part cabaret, part comic‑book chaos. They fused Glaswegian grit with theatrical shock, turning every stage into a surreal, dangerous carnival. Led by the gravel‑voiced shaman Alex Harvey and featur

Publication: New Musical Express (NME) Date: November 12, 1977 Writer: Not credited A fiery 1977 NME report exposed the growing tension within The Sensational Alex Harvey Band as guitarist Zal Cleminson publicly criticised frontman Alex Harvey. What had once been one of Britain’s most explosive, theatrical, and unpredictable rock acts was beginning to fracture in public view. This article marked a dramatic turning point, revealing deep internal frustrations and hinting at the

Released: August 26, 1977 (UK) Label: Mountain Records Catalogue Number: TOP 32 Format: 7" Vinyl Single A sharp, satirical late‑’70s SAHB single — backed with Engine Room Boogie. Issued on Mountain Records, the release captured the band’s theatrical bite and Alex Harvey’s unmistakable delivery. 🔘 Overview Mrs. Blackhouse was released on August 26, 1977 as a UK single by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band. True to Harvey’s style, the track delivered pointed social commentary wr

Label: Mountain RecordsCatalogue Number: TOP 16 Format: 7" Vinyl Single Released: August 27, 1976 (UK) SAHB’s swaggering, tongue‑in‑cheek take on Jerry Reed’s swamp‑rock classic — backed with Satchel and the Scalp Hunters. Issued on Mountain Records, the single captured the band’s theatrical grit and off‑kilter humour during their mid‑’70s run. 🔘 Overview Amos Moses was released on August 27, 1976 as a UK 7" single by The Sensational Alex Harvey Band. A spirited, character‑d

A dynamic two-page Circus Raves feature on The Sensational Alex Harvey Band during their rise, highlighting their wild stage show, theatrical energy, and unique position in the glam/prog scene. Alex Harvey — the veteran rock ‘n’ roll survivor bringing burlesque, chaos, and charisma to the 1970s stage. Circus Raves Date: December 1, 1974 Length: 5 min read 📰 Key Highlights • In-depth profile of The Sensational Alex Harvey Band • Focus on their theatrical live performan

Cover of "Sergeant Fury / Gang Bang," released under the Vertigo label in the Netherlands, catalogue number 6059 106. Cover of The Sensational Alex Harvey Band's single "Sergeant Fury / Gang Bang" released under the Vertigo label in Norway, catalogue number 6059 106. A swaggering, theatrical blast of glam‑rock attitude, “Sergeant Fury” captures The Sensational Alex Harvey Band at their most mischievous and high‑voltage, blending hard‑edged riffs with Alex Harvey’s unmistakabl