The first six months or so of it's existence the band concentrated on writing new material, and then sent oout demos to select record companies in New York and Los Angeles. A few weeks later MGM Records contacted the band, and after a live showcase for the label the band landed a record deal. Their debut album was recorded at Phil Ramone's studio over a few weeks, and was issued in 1971.
A short time after the release a national tour is planned, but when Gionatti suddenly decides to leave the band; and a suitable replacement can't be found, the outfit temporarily splits.
Following an excursion in Europe a new line-up is formed. Cannata, Soldan and Stone (now also handling flute) remains from the first line-up, and James Christian (vocals), Scott Zito (guitars); and later Soldan's place as an active member is taken over by Jeff Batter (keyboards, synths).
The reformed Jaspwer Wrath doesn't issue any new material though; but continue as a live act until 1976. The material made in this second stage of their was later made available on a compilation album released in 1997; including selected tracks from illegal albums issued by the Dellwood label under false names (Ardent House: Coming Back; Zoldar & Clark: The Ghost of Way).
Origin: New Haven, Connecticut, United States
Genres: Art rock, Symphonic rock, Progressive rock
Years active: 1969–1976
Former Members:
Jeff Cannata - drums, percussion, guitar, woodwinds, and vocals (1969–1976)
James Christian - lead vocals and guitar (1973–1976)
Phil Stone - bass, flute, and vocals (1969–1976)
Michael Soldan - keyboards and vocals (1969–1976)
Jeff Batter - keyboards and vocals (1973–1976)
Scott Zito - guitar, keyboards, and vocals (1973–1974)
Robert Gianotti - guitar, flute, and vocals (1969–1971)
Discography:
Jasper Wrath - 1971
You / General Gunther (single) - 1975
Coming Home - 1977
Zoldar & Clark - 1977
Anthology: 1969-1976 - 1996
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