Cradle: Last Laugh / Living Machine - 7-INCH SINGLE

Cradle: Last Laugh / Living Machine - 7-INCH SINGLE

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Title:

Last Laugh / Living Machine

Artist:

Cradle

Label:

Ancient Grease Rec.

Product Type:

7-INCH SINGLE

UPC:

647581301784

Genre:

Rock

Release Date:

2025-08-01

Number of Discs:

1

Cradle was a late-60s/early-70s Detroit rock band that evolved from the groundbreaking all woman rock group The Pleasure Seekers, led by the Quatro sisters-Patti, Nancy, Suzi, and Arlene. By the final lineup of The Pleasure Seekers, Nancy Rogers had joined as drummer, bringing a new thunderous presence with her double bass drum kit and playing a key role in the group's transformation into their heavier sound under the new moniker, Cradle. With raw, intricate instrumentation and powerful dual vocals-Suzi's Joplin-esque edge and Nancy Quatro's Robert Plant-like wail-the band delivered socially relevant hard rock with grit and attitude. Touring extensively, they shared stages with legends like Mountain, Ten Years After, Jeff Beck, Santana, and Jefferson Airplane, cementing their place in Detroit's hard rock movement. Despite their undeniable talent and determination, Cradle faced industry roadblocks, disbanding in 1973. But today, their music sounds better than ever-and their legacy serves as an important chapter in music history, helping pave the way for women in heavy rock.

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