{"product_id":"leaf-hound-growers-of-mushroom","title":"Leaf Hound - Growers Of Mushroom","description":"\u003cp\u003eRelease Date: 31\/07\/26\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFormed in the late 1960s, Leaf Hound are a British rock band whose raw, blues-driven sound helped define theheavier end of early hard rock and laid important groundwork for what would later evolve into stoner rock. Built around fuzz-laden guitar tones, punchy rhythm sections, and Peter French’s commanding vocal delivery, the band developed a direct, high-impact style that prioritised groove, weight, and analogue warmth. Their 1971 album \u003ci\u003eGrowers of Mushroom\u003c\/i\u003e is widely regarded as their definitive release—a tightly executed collection of hard-edged tracks that capture the band’s energy with minimal studio interference, resulting in a dynamic, unpolished sound that resonates strongly with audiophiles and collectors alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough it received limited recognition at the time of release, the album has since undergone significant reappraisal, earning cult status and becoming a highly sought-after title within the vinyl community. Its reputation for heavy, riff-driven songwriting and authentic period production has cemented its place as a key influence on later generations of hard rock and stoner bands, making \u003ci\u003eGrowers of Mushroom\u003c\/i\u003e an essential addition for collectors seeking foundational recordings from the era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis edition has been cut for an all-analogue release by Alex Wharton at Abbey Road Studios.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fontana","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58068789592447,"sku":"199957677226","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0286\/2825\/4773\/files\/Leaf-Hound-Growers-Of-Mushroom.webp?v=1785259241","url":"https:\/\/vinilo.co.uk\/products\/leaf-hound-growers-of-mushroom","provider":"Vinilo Record Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}