Original released on LP Dark Horse AMLH 22001
(UK 1974, September 20)
One of the first artist signed to George Harrison's Dark Horse label, this was George's Badfinger group. While Badfinger seemed to rely heavily on McCartney production / songs, Splinter was influenced by George's production / songs. It didn't hurt that George played numerous instruments (guitars / dobro / harmonium / percussion / bass / mandolin) and produced the effort. George also enlisted some of his pals to help out (Klaus Voorman, Gary Wright, Billy Preston, Jim Keltner, Mel Collins, and Alvin Lee). Some have described it as great Badfinger / "All Things Must Pass" outtakes and they aren't far off. This is their best album - a great find and a shame this obscure album didn't find more of an audience over time. (in RateYourMusic)