Fox Reviews Rock

This is “From The Archives” a feature where we take a trip back to a previous decade and discuss an album! We will talk about highlight tracks that should not be missed. As well as reasons why we think the album was so influential and successful.

The Album Breakdown

The debut album from The Kinks from 1964 delivers raw, energetic rock that has a distinct Blues edge. It’s unpolished, lively and showcases the bands attitude and early spark. It’s short, with songs full of punch that give it a sense of immediacy. A taster for what was to follow it.

Highlight Tracks

Could this be one of rock’s most iconic riffs? This track oozes energy. Distorted guitar tones give it an aggressive edge, while the vocal give real urgency and excitement. It’s memorable and honestly I think the blueprint for 60’s and 70’s rock.

A track laden with blues and a relaxed groove. It shows off the bands more melodic side. Davies’s vocals are great, overall the song balances energy with emotion.

A more reflective song, its darker in nature too. It combines harmonies with guitar riffs that land a knock out punch. It shows early signs of the storytelling the band would go on to be known by. But keeps the albums overall raw energy.

Other Notable Albums From The Band

Face To Face

Something Else by The Kinks

Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)

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