Dream On

Zoo Freaks, get ready to groove with the Zoo Crew as we spin "Dream On" from Blackfoot's 1980 album Tomcattin'! This track, a standout on the album, showcases the band's signature blend of Southern rock and hard-hitting boogie. While specific interviews or social media posts about "Dream On" are scarce, fans on platforms like the Classic Rock Forum rave about its raw energy, with one devotee calling it a highlight alongside tracks like "Every Man Should Know (Queenie)." The song's acappella opening, as noted in track listings on Tower Records, sets a soulful tone before exploding into Blackfoot's trademark guitar-driven sound. The album itself, recorded in Ann Arbor, Michigan, under producer Al Nalli, captures the band at their peak, with "Dream On" embodying the reckless, road-weary spirit of their live performances, like the one that blew away Ted Nugent fans in 1980, as shared by a concertgoer on the same forum.

Blackfoot formed in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1970, but their roots trace back to 1969 when Rickey Medlocke and Greg T. Walker met Charlie Hargrett and Ron Sciabarasi to form a band initially called Fresh Garbage, inspired by a Spirit song. As detailed on Wikipedia, the group played gigs at The Comic Book Club in Jacksonville before adopting the name Blackfoot, reflecting the Native American heritage of members like Medlocke (Lakota Sioux and Blackfoot ancestry) and Walker (Eastern Creek). Early struggles led to a brief disbandment in 1971 when Medlocke and Walker joined Lynyrd Skynyrd, with Medlocke drumming and singing on tracks like "One More Time." By 1972, Medlocke reformed Blackfoot with Hargrett, Walker, and drummer Jakson Spires, solidifying their classic lineup. Their big break came with 1979’s Strikes, featuring hits like "Train, Train," penned by Medlocke’s grandfather, Shorty Medlocke, who also appears on Tomcattin'’s "Fox Chase."

Today, you can keep up with Blackfoot through their Facebook and X accounts, though their Instagram has been quiet since 2019. Fans stay connected via communities like the Blackfoot Southern Rock Band Fan Club on Facebook, where enthusiasts share memories and updates. For deeper dives, check out fan-driven sites like Classic Rock Forum or discography hubs like Discogs, which catalog the band’s vinyl legacy. Crank up "Dream On," Zoo Freaks, and let Blackfoot’s Southern soul take you on a wild ride!