The Kinks had a rough rise to stardom, due to few factors like bad management and conflict in the group. The singer, Bob Davies, had…
Tag: 60s
31/12/2018: “On The Road Again” by Canned Heat
“On The Road Again” has an impressive lineage. It’s to be expected, given singer Alan Wilson’s deep knowledge and involvement with the blues world. The…
29/12/2018: “1969” by The Stooges
The 60s was one of music’s most prestigious decades. So much innovation, a cultural revolution, the music of the youth. That’s part of the reason…
16/12/2018: “In A Silent Way” by Miles Davis
It’s no over-statement to say that Miles Davis is one of the greatest musicians ever to live. The music he has made over his career…
13/12/2018: “Get Of Off My Cloud” by The Rolling Stones
After the massive success of “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction”, the Rolling Stones felt a fair bit of pressure to get another big hit. The…
04/12/2018: “Electricity” by Captain Beefheart & His Magic Band
Captain Beefheart (real name Don Van Vliet) and His Magic Band (various line ups throughout the years due to his nuttiness and difficult personality) influenced…
26/11/2018: “(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay” by Otis Redding
This song almost didn’t get made. The tragic reason for this is that Otis Redding was killed in a plane crash less than a month…
22/11/2018: “Fire” by The Jimi Hendrix Experience
Jimi Hendrix is one of history’s greatest musicians, there’s no doubt about that. His skill with the guitar, especially his innovative techniques, has cemented his…
17/11/2018: “A Taste Of Honey” by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
Herb Alpert was by no means alone for his time in his use of brass ensembles in a funky way. But he was definitely good…
16/11/2018: “I’m Only Sleeping” by The Beatles
The Beatles may have some far out compositions, but they often shine most brilliantly when they keep things simple. “I’m Only Sleeping” centres around a…