History:

The Threeo, also known as The ThreeO, were a group based in western Ohio. The Threeo consisted of Stan Smart and vocals and bass guitar, Terry Bradds on guitar and backing vocals, and George Williams, who played saxophone, flute, sang, and also played a mini drum set live. 

The Threeo recorded a sole album while working the lounge scene. They were originally signed to Sun Records but never released anything on the label. "My Life's Dreams" was an elaborate studio album recorded and released by ClearHill Records. It was produced by the label's owner Jim Coughlin who also contributed a song to the album. The album features all original numbers by Terry Bradds along woth Coughlin's cut. 

The album features many session musicians, including drummer Bobby Newton, Jon Crosse on flute, saxophone, and trumpet, Jack Munthy on trumpet, and Darlene Cross on clarinet and flute. Williams did not play any saxophone or flute parts on the album except for on "Breakdown" and instead contributed percussion which was uncredited. 

The album hits tons of different territory, including sunshine pop, lounge, psychedelic pop, bossa nova, and soul jazz. There are two hidden tracks on the album, one at the end of each side. They are not noted on the sleeve nor label. They feature the three members goofing around in the studio. 

A promotional single for The E.F. McDonald Company lifted "My Life's Dreams" from the album along with their own company jingle. It was released in 1971 on 45.

Terry Bradds went on to become a notable local act in Ohio where he mainly performs jazz music. He composed commercials and jingles for a time. He is still active the last time I checked. 

Review:

My Life's Dreams (1970, ClearHill Records)

Rating: 6/10

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A fine sunshine pop / lounge affair with some freakout moments. "Breakdown" is a ridiculous track with tons of breaks and a great funky groove. Love that one a lot. "My Life's Dreams" is a nice soulful sunshine pop tune with great horns and drum work. "I Start To Dream" has a cool guitar part and a nice break in the middle. I don't hate any of the songs on here, but they could've been a bit stronger. A harder edge and better vocal and songwriting could've bumped this up. Still a solid debut nonetheless.