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    John Holt Strange Things

    Sunshot
    • John Holt – Strange Things
    • Phil Pratt All Stars – Strange Mood
    • 3. John Holt – Strange Things
    • 4. Phil Pratt All Stars – Strange Mood

    Long overdue press of John Holt's essential roots classic "Strange Things" recorded for Phil Pratt's Sunshot label in 1971 with organ version on the flip. Made for Friday nights..

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