[On Twin Peaks] there is the finest rendition of Theme For An Imaginary Western bar none - everything comes together in this performance, from Pappalardi's beautifully delivered vocal to West's astonishing guitar solo. If you want to demonstrate to someone why Mountain were so special, just play them this one. A suitably mountainous seven disc..
MOUNTAIN – OVER THE TOP: THE BEST OF (Floating World Records)
Less celebrated than others it may be, but that personal and professional partnership of Pappalardi-West is gloriously celebrated here, as are the vital pats played by Knight and Laing. Indeed, Mountain were a band whose flame burned brightly but for far too short a time. They, collectively and individually, are sadly missed. The late '60s..