Carmen ! 1973-1974.Fandangos in Space & Dancing on a Cold Wind.

Carmen initially came together in LA as 7-piece band formed by guitarist David Clark Allen and his sister Angela Allen in 1970. The band’s unique style blended both Progressive Rock and Flamenco styles, with Angela Allen also being an accomplished Flamenco dancer aside from being keyboard player. Despite interest from music mogul Clive Davis, the band failed to make any headway in getting a record contract they relocated to London in 1973.Their unique live performances soon came to attention of David Bowie who became a friend of the band. Famed producer Tony Visconti produced the band’s debut album ‘Fandangos in Space’ in 1973. This was followed in 1974 by the album ‘Dancing on a Cold Wind’. Carmen undertook extensive touring and appeared on the Midnight Special US TV show with Bowie before parting company with Tony Visconti