FEBRUARY 2, 1968
Flock Exhibits 'Shear' Talent
The merriment of these five young men, Rick Caine, Ron Keele, Fred Glickstein, Jerry Smith, and Ricky Mann, is somehow expressed in their music. The Flocks' present musical trend is a solid rhythm and blues sound in combination with hard rock.
The Flock began their musical career only two years ago. Since that time the Flock has made three records, all of which received national exposure. Their biggest hit was "Take Me Back".
The group has made such nationwide television appearances on such shows as "Kumzitz" an "Swingin' Majority." The Flock is presently making numerous public appearances in the Chicago area and throughout the Midwest as well.
Rick Caine is the leader of the group. He plays the sax, organ, and harmonica. In his spare time he enjoys reading, writing poetry, and pursuing his musical talents.
Rick has some strong opinions concerning the recent Hippie movement which is sweeping the country.
"The real Hippies believe in what they are doing and have something to say. What I object to are the psuedo-Hippies found in the suburbs. They all put on their beads and sandals for show on the weekends and return to school on Monday mornings. These so-called 'Hippies' are a big put on."
Green eyes and black hair are a tantalizing combination, especially when they belong to Jerry Smith, bass guitar
The Beatles rate, according to Ronnie Keele, drummer of the Flock, as his favorite group. He feels that they are revolutionizing music.
"Before, the Beatles were more limited in their work," claimed Ron, "because they had to establish themselves in the music world. Now, in the words of John Lennon, the Beatles are able to do what they have always wanted to do."
Rick Mann, lead guitar player of the Flock, claims his natural interest in music has had the biggest influence on his career. He made his first public appearance at a school recital singing "Blue Suede Shoes."
Rick feels that the biggest obstacle in the music business is getting record air play on the radio. "Honestly," Rick stated, "the whole thing is a rotten business. We owe our success to our manager, Jack Mondrus. Without Jack, none of this would have been possible."
Happy-go-lucky Freddie Glickstein plays the guitar, organ, trumpet, and piano for the Flock. His personal ambition is to be happy. "Happiness," chuckled Fred, "is a big, fat stomach filled with tacos."
Freddie constantly wears a gold bell around his neck, which represents love. "Love," stated Fred, "is very important; it is the main crux within the soul."