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The Flamin' Groovies - Sneakers & Rockfield Sessions (1968 & 1972) [2 on 1 CD Reissue 2002] RE-UP

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Date: 1 Mar 2016 12:05:14

The Flamin' Groovies - Sneakers & Rockfield Sessions (1968 & 1972) [2 on 1 CD Reissue 2002] RE-UP

The Flamin' Groovies - Sneakers & Rockfield Sessions (1968 & 1972)
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Garage Rock / Bluesy Rock 'N' Roll / Pub Rock | 41:14 minutes | Label: AIM / Cat. # COLLECT1/2CD

Starting out in San Francisco as early as 1965 (actually predating the Grateful Dead!), the Flamin Groovies were always out of step with the rock world. Ten years before bands routinely released their own independent records, the Groovies issued a 10-inch mini-album, Sneakers; in the '70s, when that same do-it-yourself spirit was inspiring countless innovative bands to try and challenge the old boundaries, the Groovies retreated to make albums of beat group nostalgia, wearing period clothes and refusing to acknowledge that times had indeed changed.

Always more cult-popular and influential than commercially successful, the Groovies, led by irascible but talented guitarist/singer Cyril Jordan and (until 1971) singer/guitarist Roy A. Loney, always embodied the rebellious, youthful spirit that fueled punk, but held tenuously to their musical roots — '50s American rock'n'roll and '60s British pop. In effect, they provided inspiration for countless bands (how many covers of "Slow Death" can you name?) and are legendary for good reason.

allmusic.com says: This single-disc collection contains the Flamin' Groovies' 1968 Sneakers EP and seven tracks from the band's 1972 Rockfield Sessions collaboration with Dave Edmunds (steel guitar/piano/vocals). The combo of Cyril Jordan (guitar/vocals), Roy Loney (guitar/vocals), Tim Lynch (guitar), George Alexander (bass), and Danny Mihm (drums) was initially prominent in the Bay Area during the mid- to late '60s as Lost & Found, before adopting the Groovies moniker in late 1966. After garnering a small regional following at live gigs, they documented their unique blend of psychedelia and folk on Sneakers, which consisted primarily of Loney's substantial originals. The Groovies reflected the burgeoning scene happening in and around San Francisco, with a vibe similar to the Charlatans or the early Jefferson Airplane. Two of the Groovies' heavier selections – the incendiary "Golden Clouds" and edgy and acidic "The Slide" – commence 2004's Sneakers and Rockfield Sessions. However, lighter fare, including the Lovin' Spoonful homage "Babes in the Sky," the Dadaist "My Yada," and the undemanding ballad "Love Time," reveal an otherwise impressive diversity – especially considering it was their debut effort. By the 1970s, the Flamin' Groovies had released several well-received long-players for Kama Sutra, reflecting more of a '50s R&B ethos than had been suggested on Sneakers. A personnel re-formation took place prior to their relocation to England, where the Rockfield sessions were held in August of 1972. The lineup now featured Chris Wilson (vocals) and James Ferrell (guitar), who replaced Loney and Lynch. Dave Edmunds immediately took to the Groovies, especially Jordan and Wilson's power pop masterpiece "Shake Some Action." In fact, Edmunds' enthusiasm would almost immediately instigate Jordan's equally inspired "You Tore Me Down," which was written and recorded on the spot, during their very first confab. These sides are indelibly linked to future alternative and jangle pop acts such as the dB's and Let's Active nearly a decade later. Just as impressive are the cover versions of Frankie Lee Sims' "Married Woman," "Get a Shot of Rhythm & Blues," and "Little Queenie." Potential purchasers should note that the audio quality on Sneakers and Rockfield Sessions is far from perfect, as the EP was transcribed from vinyl and the Rockfield material is a bit muddy.

Tracks:

01. Golden Clouds
02. The Slide
03. Prelude In A Flat To Afternoon
04. I'm Drowning
05. Babes In The Sky
06. Love Time
07. My Yada
08. Married Woman
09. Get A Shot Of Rhythm & Blues
10. Little Queenie
11. Slow Death
12. Shake Some Action
13. You Tore Me Down
14. Tallahassee Lassie

Track 1-7 taken from "Sneakers" (1968)
Tracks 8-14 taken from "Rockfield Sessions" (1972)

This Compilation Produced by Peter Noble.

More information @ Wikipedia

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