• ‘Voices In The Sky’ by The Moody Blues, released in June 1968, showcases a nostalgic sound and became a moderate hit, peaking at #27 in the UK Chart. The single, part of their symphonic rock album ‘In Search Of The…

    The Moody Blues | Voices In The Sky | Deram | 1968
  • The Nashville Teens’ compilation album released in 1972 featured a mix of hits and misses after the band’s disbandment. Notably, ‘I’m A Lonely One’ and ‘Ex Kay One Lx’ emerged unreleased during their prime, with potential as a perfect psychedelic…

    The Nashville Teens | I’m A Lonely One | New World | 1968
  • The Raggamuffins debut single “Four Days Of Rain” features attractive harmonies and instrumental support, promising a relaxed listening experience. Written by Tom Pacheco, the group has gained popularity in New York, particularly at Greenwich Village’s Night Owl Cafe, with hopes…

    The Raggamuffins | Four Days of Rain | London American | 1967
  • The Monopoly, a band featuring Ray Froggatt and other young musicians, emerged in May 1967 with their song “House Of Lords”. Froggatt, who began as an instrumentalist, found his passion for singing. Each member has a unique background, contributing to…

    The Monopoly | House Of Lords | Polydor | 1967
  • U.F.O., the iconic London club symbolising the Flower Power movement, has closed following a rapid rise and fall. It served as a creative hub for innovative music and culture but eventually succumbed to police pressure and commercialisation. Despite its closure,…

    Who Killed Flower Power?
  • Leader of the onslaught is Mr Arthur Wood, and he and his bunch of “crooks” were formerly known as the Art Woods. Why, we asked, did they change the name after many established years as the Art Woods?

    St. Valentine’s Day Massacre | Brother, Can You Spare A Dime | Fontana | 1967
  • Unit 4 Plus Two, led by Tommy Moeller, emphasises the importance of style for pop artistes, advocating for a visible yet polished public image. Their new single “Too Fast, Too Slow” follows the success of “Concrete and Clay.” Despite their…

    Unit 4 Plus 2 | Too Fast, Too Slow | Fontana | 1967
  • Kippington Lodge – ’Shy Boy’/’Lady On A Bicycle’ (ParlophoneR 5645) October 1967 Kippington Lodge | Shy Boy | Parlophone | 1967 | Once in a while a really great record bubbles to the surface. Pop. One just came up. It’s…

    Kippington Lodge | Shy Boy | Parlophone | 1967
  • In September 1967, Dave Dee & Group released “Zabadak!” amid mixed reviews. The group’s success, driven by catchy compositions from Ken Howard and Alan Blaikley, sparked debate among critics. Despite accusations of pretentiousness, Dave Dee embraced commercialism and highlighted the…

    Dave Dee & Group | Zabadak! | Fontana | 1967
  • The content reviews various singles and albums by The Nashville Teens and their nuanced transitions in music styles over the years. Despite encountering commercial decline by the late 1960s, their innovative sound, particularly in psychedelia and R&B, is highlighted through…

    The Nashville Teens | Spotlight