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Post by richard on Apr 30, 2022 15:28:28 GMT
I thought a thread focusing on pop/rock songs from the 1960s might be interesting for some. It was the era of The Beatles, The Beach Boys, early Rolling Stones, and many others, of course, and a massive influence on Benny and Bjorn and subsequent musicians. The songs of this era were usually recorded quickly with just two or four tracks, and often have, I think, a lively fresh immediacy about them.
I really like The Hollies, and they had so many hit songs. Allan Clarke was, for me, an excellent lead singer; and some wonderful vocal harmonies from the others, including Graham Nash (who later was a member of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young - another very successful 60s group, and beyond.)
Here are a couple of my favourite Hollies tracks:
Love the moody guitar riff on this one, too.
Any 60s tracks you particularly like?
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Post by Michal on May 1, 2022 10:15:20 GMT
Just One Look has always been my favourite Hollies song. But they have more of course.
I've always been a fan of I'm A Believer by The Monkees:
And then there are The Beatles of course... too many great songs to name just a few favourites.
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Post by richard on May 2, 2022 10:14:46 GMT
The Monkees were, I think, depicted, disparagingly and unfairly, as manufactured Beatles copies. I like 'Last Train To Clarksville' from them.
I wonder if the '60s had more music of a contrasting nature in the charts compared with the '50s and subsequent decades? Of course, one could juxtapose a couple of very different hit songs from any era and make such a claim. But I still think this applies particularly strongly to the sixties.
It seems incredible to me that, despite how popular The Rolling Stones were at the time, this very bluesy track, complete with the late Brian Jones's slide guitar, got to No. 1 iin the UK. 1964
What a contrast with this piece tuneful pop, written by Lennon and McCartney (mostly McCartney) for Billy J. Kramer with the Dakotas. Also a 1964 hit.
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Post by Michal on May 2, 2022 16:18:33 GMT
When discussing the 60s, we should definitely not forget The Doors! And their music adds to the variety of styles, which you mentioned above.
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Post by richard on May 6, 2022 11:44:53 GMT
I'm a bit surprised that only two of us, so far, have had anything to say about the 60s. But I'll carry on regardless.  I find it interesting as to the tracks one might find 'old-fashioned' or 'dated' - and of course people's opinions will differ about that. But, for me, The Zombies sound head of their time, or maybe a better way of saying it, timeless. And Rod Argent was playing jazzy keyboard solos. Love the intro to this one, too: |
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Post by richard on Jun 19, 2022 22:03:57 GMT
As Paul McCartney has just turned 80, I thought I'd include in this thread a couple of my favourite Beatles songs written by him (though credited Lennon/McCartney), and featuring him as vocalist on a couple of ballads.
And I Love Her (1964). So simple and beautiful. And that little 4-note guitar motif - so effective and vital to the feel of the song.
Michelle (1965). Love the backing vocals, too, and the slightly moody guitar solo by George Harrison
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Post by iiwftn on Sept 14, 2023 20:56:13 GMT
I think the most beautiful Beatles song of all is ‘Here, There & Everywhere’.
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Post by johnny on Sept 15, 2023 6:41:59 GMT
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Post by bjorenny on Sept 15, 2023 11:42:40 GMT
As a relative newcomer to this forum, I apologise in advance if this has been covered before, but seeing as we're discussing the Sixties, what would be your ideal 10 tracks from that era for Agnetha to cover as a follow-up to My Colouring Book?
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Post by johnny on Sept 15, 2023 12:14:30 GMT
World Without Love
Walk on By
Downtown
I'll Never Find Another You
You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
It's Now or Never
My Guy
Always Something There to Remind Me
Something
Those Were the Days
I don't think The Rolling Stones or Jimi Hendrix would be quite Agnetha.
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Post by richard on Sept 15, 2023 12:48:55 GMT
The Kinks' You Really Got Me that Johnny mentions is, to me, kind of 'punk' well before the punk era - and better, imo. It could be released today and, I think, would stand out startlingly.
Yes 1964 - and I suggest, the 60s decade - is unsurpassed, though not unrivaled, when it comes to catchy tuneful pop.
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Post by joseph on Sept 15, 2023 15:32:53 GMT
I only recently heard this and I think it's great. Songs such as this Agnetha could very much make her own. Whether she'd want to or be up to it, I have no idea but I can have a wishlist.
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Post by bjorenny on Sept 15, 2023 15:42:01 GMT
You Don't Have to Say You Love Me
I'll Follow The Sun
Be My Baby
You're My World
Too Soon to Know
It Might as well Rain until September
Everlasting Love
The Sun ain't Gonna Shine Anymore
Wishin' & Hopin'
I'll Never Fall in Love Again
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Post by jj on Sept 15, 2023 16:07:54 GMT
I recently heard this 1967 cover of "Georgie Girl" by American comedian (I'm guessing "comedienne" is no longer p.c.?) Carol Burnett.
I'd never paid much attention to the song's lyrics in the chirpier Seekers' version and only now realise just how poignant they are thanks to this slowed-down version. In this form, it really tugs on the heart.
Not really a good candidate for Agnetha today, though. It's probably too vocally demanding.
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