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Sounds Orchestral | “Starglow” | (World Record Club Ltd) | SOUNDS ORCHESTRAL, known for “Cast Your Fate To The Wind,” is introduced in “THE SOUL OF SOUNDS ORCHESTRAL.” At its core lies a talented team led by pianist Johnny Pearson, with…
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Roland Shaw & His Orchestra | “Casino Royale” | (Decca) | Roland Shaw, an RAF pilot in WWII, transitioned to music after the war, specializing in James Bond instrumentals. He recorded for London Records and Decca, leading his orchestra for many…
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The Border Brass | “Love Is Blue” | (Stereo Gold Award) | The LP “The Sweet Sounds Of Tijuana” features vibrant, joyful music from The Border Brass, showcasing compositions by notable songwriters. The tracks radiate happiness and infectious energy synonymous with…
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Ten Years After | “Going To Try” | (Decca) | The post describes the author’s surprise at discovering a rare blues LP, “The World Of Blues Power, Volume 2,” in a charity shop. This collection features hard-to-find late ’60s blues-rock…
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Four Tops | “MacArthur Park” | (Tamla Motown) | The Four Tops, initially known as The Four Aims, formed in Detroit in 1954. They transitioned from jazz to soul under Motown, achieving fame with hits like “Baby I Need Your…
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Matayo | “Brother” | (Stallion Records) | Supersonic was a London Weekend Television pop show launched in 1975, featuring artists and a variety of musical genres. The accompanying album showcases Glam rock and notable acts like the Hollies and Cliff Richard.…
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Chicory Tip | Cover Version | “Son Of My Father” | The 1972 end-of-year roundup highlights ’16 Chart Hits’, showcasing songs that reached the top five in Britain. The author humorously notes a penchant for creating YouTube videos about the song…
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Anita Harris | “Jumbleland” | (CBS Special Products) | The narrative describes a rare LP called “Chestnut Mare,” which was unexpectedly found during a search through charity shops. It critiques CBS’s creative approach to the sampler’s cover design, while highlighting Anita…
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We Five | Walk On By | Burt Bacharach is a pivotal figure in modern popular music, renowned for his unique songwriting and musical talent. His ability to blend romance and sadness has led to numerous hit songs, particularly with…
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Lightnin’ Red | Tequila | featured on the 1972 LP ‘The Party Sound Of The Super Guitar’, is renowned for his exceptional guitar skills, blending country and blues. His rapid fingering and innovative use of electronic effects, like wah-wah, define…
