Also known as: Eclectic Mouse, The
Origin: Phoenix, AZ, USA
The Eclectic Mouse was the nickname of master percussionist Steve Forman, who released one LP and a supporting 45 on Capitol Records in 1969 under that moniker. The album, titled Everything I've Got (subtitled Suite For Voice, Wind Ensemble, Percussion and Electric Instruments ) is a very interesting one to say the least, and includes highly original "movements" that feature numerous wind and percussion instruments, which were all written, arranged and conducted by Forman himself. The standout track on the record is the amazing 'Where Do the Hounds Go', which can be best described as a highly …