• Milan, also known as The Leather Boy, showcases his genius in the obscure 1966 45, ‘Jersey Thursday’/’Black Friday’ on Parkway Records. Despite its rarity and lack of promo evidence, ‘Jersey Thursday’ is a psychedelic gem featuring unique vocals and exceptional…

    The Leather Boy | Jersey Thursday | Parkway | 1966
  • 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. Despite scarce information, the songs showcase a captivating folk jangle style. Confusion persists regarding the group’s origins and…

    The F.B.I. | Day-Time Nite-Time | Gemini | 1967
  • The London Knights’ 1965 single “Go To Him,” co-written by Artie Wayne and Bess Coleman, is shrouded in mystery, with suggestions that it originates from a Leicester group, The Foursights. The track features haunting melodies and themes of betrayal, while…

    The London Knights | Go To Him | Mike 1965
  • The Syndicate Of Sound, a one-hit-wonder from San Jose, California, achieved fame in 1966 with their energetic garage punk hit “Little Girl.” The band, influenced by the emerging LA sound, recorded the song amidst tension and evolving dynamics, ultimately hitting…

    The Syndicate Of Sound | Little Girl
  • The Equals’ 1968 single “I Get So Excited” paired with “The Skies Above” showcases their energetic sound, blending elements of reggae and pop. While “I Get So Excited” achieved modest chart success, peaking at number 44, the flip side is…

    The Equals | The Skies Above | President | 1968
  • In August 1967, The Move gained fame with their single “Flowers In The Rain.” Led by manager Tony Secunda, the band evolved from covering popular songs to creating original music. Despite having three hit records and significant press attention, they…

    The Move | Flowers In The Rain | Regal Zonophone | 1967
  • In July 1964, the Beatles returned to Liverpool, receiving a hero’s welcome from a crowd of 150,000. Despite exhaustion from their travels, they entertained fans with their humour, even joking during a chaotic meet-and-greet. Their camaraderie was evident, exemplified by…

    The Beatles | A Hard Day’s Night | Parlophone | 1964
  • Manfred Mann’s single “So Long Dad,” released in August 1967, features a blend of rag-time piano and catchy group vocals. While reviews acknowledge the song’s originality and potential popularity, opinions vary on its overall impact, with some critics suggesting it…

    Manfred Mann | So Long, Dad | Fontana | 1967
  • The article discusses Kendra Smith and David Roback’s new musical venture, Clay Allison, after their previous roles in Dream Syndicate and Rain Parade. It highlights their collaboration on the notable “Rainy Day” album and reveals their desire to produce distinctive…

    The Birth Of Clay Allison
  • The Shame, a band known for performing original compositions, has released their first record, “Don’t Go ‘Way Little Girl,” a Janis Ian song. Led by talented Greg Lake, they blend commercial production with powerful sound. Members include drummer Judi Nims,…

    The Shame | Too Old To Go ‘Way Little Girl | Poppy | 1967