Category: Singles
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In 1965, The Yardbirds’ “Heart Full of Soul” showcased Jeff Beck’s innovative fuzz-driven guitar, replacing an unsuccessful attempt to use sitar and tabla. The hit reflected the group’s shift towards commercial success while retaining experimental live performances. Interviews highlighted Beck’s…
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The Yardbirds’ 1965 single “For Your Love” earned praise for its inventive rhythms, tempo changes and energetic performance, despite reservations about the song itself. Its success coincided with Eric Clapton’s departure and Jeff Beck’s arrival. Beck discussed adapting to the…
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The Yardbirds’ 1965 double-A single paired Graham Gouldman’s forceful “Evil Hearted You” with the experimental, chant-like “Still I’m Sad”, which many critics preferred. The band embraced originality, emotional sound and unconventional performance, while members discussed ambitious satirical shows. Interviews also…
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The Yardbirds’ 1966 activities reflected growing musical ambition and experimentation. Their single “Shapes of Things” combined fuzz, anger and near-protest themes, while members explored folk influences and planned solo recordings. Interviews covered Bob Dylan, Bob Lind, touring difficulties, San Remo,…
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The Yardbirds’ 1966 period combined experimental sounds with major personnel changes. “Over Under Sideways Down” featured Indian, Arabic and African influences, while Keith Relf pursued a solo career with “Mr. Zero”. Jeff Beck explored unconventional textures, and session guitarist Jimmy…
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The Yardbirds’ October 1966 single, “Happenings Ten Years Time Ago”, divided critics with its unconventional structure, fierce guitar, studio effects and hard-to-hear vocals. Though some dismissed its contrived, supposedly psychedelic style, others praised its originality and excitement. Keith Relf also…
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The Small Faces released “Sha-La-La-La-Lee” in January 1966, a catchy R&B track with engaging vocals from Steve Marriott. Despite accusations of “selling out,” the band aimed for commercial success to establish their name. They planned to incorporate more experimental sounds…
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The content reviews “Inside-Looking Out” by The Animals, highlighting its mixed reception. Critics note its energetic performance and Eric Burdon’s passionate vocals, despite some mediocrity and repetitive elements. Discussions about American musical professionalism versus British spontaneity emerge, alongside insights into…
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The Troggs, led by Reg Presley, experienced a meteoric rise in the 1960s, achieving significant success with hits like “Wild Thing” and “I Can’t Control Myself.” Their new label, Page One Records, showcases their talents, while the band navigates the…
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“STRAW DOGS” / “YOU CAN’T SAY CRAP ON THE RADIO” (CHRYSALIS CHS-2368) SEPTEMBER 1979 Stiff Little Fingers | Straw Dogs | (Chrysalis) 1979 – Solid two sided punk release by SLF during the latter part of 1979 and almost a hit,…
