Timing is everything. This e.p., recorded with bassist Steve Sincere, is the only official document of the band. But original bassist Lois, who's contribution to the group went beyond talent to, well, PERSONALITY, is relegated to a picture on the insert. Furthermore, Steve's time with the group was limited and not very fruitful.
After bassist Henry Sarria joined, the band took off, both musically (Henry could play AND write) and physically (the band moved to California).
We hate injustice of any kind. So on this release you'll find the original Essentials (Walter CZ, Pete Moss and Lois) Performing a complete set at the Polish American Club included with the official e.p. Sorry, we haven't found any tapes with Henry.
The Essentials was Pete's first "real" band after years of playng with his friends in High School. Noteworthy of those friends are Flash (from F), Ravenous Gangrene (from Gay Cowboys in Bondage) and Michael Chatham (from Spanish Dogs, Stan Still, DT Martyrs...).