Category: Singles

  • The Move, a rising British rock band, gained attention in the late 1960s with hit singles such as “Flowers In The Rain.” Managed by Tony Secunda, they sought to establish their identity through unique performances and original music. Despite early…

    The Move | Flowers In The Rain | Regal Zonophone | 1967
  • The Equals seek singles success with “I Get So Excited” and “The Skies Above,” showcasing a lively sound despite a somewhat dated style. “I Get So Excited” reached number 44 in the UK but is noted for its energy and…

    The Equals | The Skies Above | President | 1968
  • The London Knights’ single “Go To Him” was released by Mike Records in April 1965 and is believed to feature music from a Leicester band, the Foursights. Co-written by Artie Wayne and Bess Coleman, the minor-key track explores themes of…

    The London Knights | Go To Him | Mike 1965
  • The F.B.I., also known as Four Boys Inc., released the single “Day-Time Nite-Time” / “What Am I To Do” in May 1967. Featuring exquisite folk jangle music, both tracks showcase the songwriting of Dennis Tracy. The group’s origins remain unclear,…

    The F.B.I. | Day-Time Nite-Time | Gemini | 1967
  • Milan, also known as The Leather Boy, released an obscure 45 in December 1966 featuring “Jersey Thursday” and “Black Friday” on Parkway Records. Despite no evidence of its release, the tracks are praised for their psychedelic qualities. “Jersey Thursday,” a…

    The Leather Boy | Jersey Thursday | Parkway | 1966
  • Kaleidoscope, a progressive rock group formed in West London, gained attention in January 1968 with their single “A Dream For Julie.” The band, consisting of Peter Daltrey and Eddie Pumer, showcases their creativity through catchy lyrics and innovative sounds. Their…

    Kaleidoscope | A Dream For Julie | Fontana | 1968
  • Limey & The Yanks, formed in 1965 in Garden Grove, gained attention on the Sunset Strip and released their first single, “Guaranteed Love.” However, their follow-up, “Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind,” failed to secure their breakthrough despite promising unreleased…

    Limey and the Yanks | Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind | Loma | 1966
  • Bohemian Vendetta was a Long Island band that emerged in the 1960s, initially as The Bohemians. Their second single, “Riddles & Fairytales,” released by Mainstream Records in 1968, featured psychedelic rock with limited radio play. Despite their talent, lack of…

    Bohemian Vendetta | I Wanna Touch Your Heart | Mainstream | 1968
  • Bill Soden’s 1967 single, featuring ‘An Echo In Your Mind’ and the B-side ‘Rainy Day’, showcases his talent as an obscure singer/songwriter. Although he released several tracks in the late 1960s, he remains largely unrecognised. ‘Rainy Day’ features a haunting…

    Bill Soden | Rainy Day | (Compass) 1967
  • The magazine reviews several singles from September and October 1967, highlighting varied musical styles and performances. Positive remarks are made for tracks from Gilbert Green, The Supremes, Procol Harum, and Jefferson Airplane, while criticism targets Georgie Fame and Davy Jones’…

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