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The U.K. band The Pretty Things created what is arguably, the first concept album with a storyline, "S.F. Sorrow". In other words, the first rock opera. They began the recordings in 1967, but the album was released a year by their label EMI. The Summer of Love was over, and the concept was too new for rock audiences to take in, and so the album sold poorly. Over the decades, the album as gained a huge following, and the record is new assessed as a true classic. Also... If you would, ple...
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The Kinks focused on their studio albums after they were banned from performing in America. It was a five-year ban, so they developed their music in the studio. It was the beginning of the Golden Age of the band. "Face To Face" was the first album to feature all Ray Davies songs. It was an impressive start to a creative period. Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Resear...
This episode features the newly remastered and remixed version of The Beatles' seminal and transitional work, "Rubber Soul". the original master tapes were utilized by Giles Martin for a unique audio listening experience. Some extra tracks are included here as well regarding alternate takes. Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.org) Listen to pr...
in 1977, The Electric Light Orchestra released their double album "Out Of The Blue". It was the shot of melodic pop the 1970's needed badly at the time. The album contained their signature pop as well as layers of keyboards and orchestral arrangements by Louise Clark. It's considered their best album. Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of St. Jude kids - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (stjude.o...
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In recent years, a new term has been used to describe several musical subgenres of the mid to late sixties music scene. "Sunshine Pop" is attributed to bubblegum, garage rock, mild psychedelia, adult oriented pop, mostly AM radio station Top 40 formats. these are a few selections from this general moniker. The music is upbeat and happy sounding. Very much pop oriented Also... If you would, please make a donation of love and hope to St. Jude Children's Hospital Make an impact on the lives of S...