MOD WORLD
VA - Mod World, Adventures In Ska, Soul, Blues & Jazz [2015] (2 x CDs)
"Mod World, Adventures In Ska, Soul, Blues & Jazz" is a compilation album released in 2015 by Metro Select, featuring a diverse range of musical genres that defined the mod culture of the 1960s. The album is a treasure trove of rare tracks and lesser-known artists, as well as some iconic hits that still resonate with audiences today.
The first disc of the album opens with "Night Train Mambo" by Jimmy Forrest, a vibrant instrumental that sets the tone for the rest of the album. Other standout tracks include "Everybody's Whalin'" by Huey "Piano" Smith & His Clowns, a rollicking piano-driven tune that is sure to get listeners dancing, and "Work Song" by Cannonball Adderley, a soulful jazz number with powerful vocals and a catchy horn section. The album also features some lesser-known artists such as Clue J. & The Blues Blasters with their reggae-inspired track "Easy Snapping" and Laurel Aitken's "Boogie in My Bones," a high-energy ska song with infectious rhythms and a playful melody. These tracks add depth and variety to the album and showcase the diversity of the mod culture that inspired them.
The second disc of the album continues the trend of highlighting lesser-known artists and rare tracks, while also featuring some iconic hits. "Shakin' All Over" by Johnny Kidd & The Pirates is a timeless classic that still resonates with audiences today, while "Jean and Dinah" by Mighty Sparrow is a fun and upbeat calypso-inspired tune that showcases the energy and enthusiasm of the mod culture. Other standout tracks on the second disc include "Stormy Monday Blues" by Bobby “Blue” Bland, a soulful and bluesy track with rich vocals, and "There is Something On Your Mind" by Bobby Marchan, a soulful ballad with a memorable melody and heartfelt lyrics.
Overall, "Mod World, Adventures In Ska, Soul, Blues & Jazz" is an excellent compilation that highlights the diverse range of musical genres that defined the mod culture of the 1960s. The album is a must-have for fans of ska, soul, blues, jazz, and other related genres, as it features rare tracks and lesser-known artists alongside iconic hits that still resonate with audiences today. The compilation is expertly curated, with each track seamlessly transitioning into the next, creating a cohesive listening experience that showcases the richness and vibrancy of the mod culture. Whether you're a longtime fan of the genre or just discovering it for the first time, "Mod World, Adventures In Ska, Soul, Blues & Jazz" is a must-listen that will transport you back to the swinging 60s and the exciting world of mod culture. (B)
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Track lists
CD1
01 Jimmy Forrest - Night Train Mambo 2:57
02 Jessie Hill - Ooh Poo Pah Doo 2:22
03 Huey ''piano'' Smith & The Clowns - Everybody’s Whalin’ 2:38
04 Hank Marr - Tonk Game 2:41
05 Clue J & The Blues Busters - Easy Snapping 2:45
06 Willie Mitchell - Sunrise Serenade 2:13
07 Laurel Aitken - Boogie In My Bones 2:45
08 Cannonball Adderley - Work Song 4:11
09 Dion - Take Good Care Of My Baby 2:22
10 Fats Domino - Detroit City Blues 2:24
11 Derrick Morgan & Patsy - Feel So Fine 2:37
12 Laurel Aitken & The Blue Beats - Railroad Track 2:48
13 King Curtis - Free For All 4:07
14 Eddie Cochran - Something Else 2:05
15 Slim Harpo - I’m A King Bee 2:58
16 Lazy Lester - I’m A Lover Not A Fighter 2:42
17 Guitar Gable & The Musical Kings - Congo Mombo 2:18
18 Prince Buster - One Hand Washes The Other 2:43
19 Lee Dorsey - Ya Ya 2:25
20 Isley Brothers - Shout 2:16
21 Cozy Cole - Cozy’s Mambo 2:29
22 Freddy King - In The Open 2:31
23 Ernie K. Doe - A Certain Girl 2:41
24 Muddy Waters - Baby Please Don’t Go 3:14
CD2
01 Johnny Kidd & The Pirates - Shakin' All Over 2:19
02 Huey ''piano'' Smith & The Clowns - Havin’ A Good Time 2:31
03 Mose Allison - If You Live 2:27
04 Irma Thomas - Set Me Free 2:25
05 Mighty Sparrow - Jean And Dinah 3:43
06 Etta James & Harvey Fuqua - Spoonful 2:45
07 Bobby ''blue'' Bland - Stormy Monday Blues 4:00
08 Elmore James - Stranger Blues 3:11
09 Professor Longhair - Tipitina 2:35
10 Lee Allen - Creole Alley 2:25
11 Chris Kenner - Something You Got 2:47
12 Fats Domino - You Can Pack Your Suitcase 2:17
13 Bo Diddley - Bring It To Jerome 2:26
14 Howlin' Wolf - Shake For Me 2:14
15 Muddy Waters - You Need Love 2:39
16 Ike & Tina Turner - It’s Gonna Work Out Fine 3:00
17 Arthur Alexander - Anna 2:42
18 Buster Brown - Sugar Babe 2:25
19 Esther Philipps - I Really Don’t Want To Know 1:59
20 Benny Spellman - Fortune Teller 2:07
21 Carol Fran - Emmitt Lee 2:48
22 Bobby Marchan - There Is Something On Your Mind 2:46
23 Ramsey Lewis Trio - When The Spirit Moves You 3:40
24 Chet Baker - Let’s Get Lost 3:41
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Tuuuuuuuunes! Great stuff BB!
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DeleteA very nice set this one.
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Thanks BB
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Interesting collection and one with plenty of originality and not too many false inclusions on the face of it (Eddie Cochran and Dion are not what I would consider 'Mod' let alone 'Ska, Blues, Jazz or Soul') which is not always the case. Pleased to see 'Shakin' All Over' featured as well. As a Mod from the first revival, I always have considered it to be a seminal British Beat/Mod single. Thanks BB for highlighting this collection its well worth a listen!.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Manny.
DeleteGlad to hear it is an interesting and enjoyable listen.
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@BB: Thank you!
ReplyDelete@Manny Kent: Your comment is interesting in its own right and leaves me with some food for thought. From my perspective, at least initially, the Johnny Kidd track itself would have been one of those false inclusions, since I would have thought of it as belonging with Cliff Richard's "Move It" and "Dynamite," as well as with Vince Taylor's "Brand New Cadillac." In fact, I know of a Facebook group called "Shakin' All Over" which concentrates on1950's Rock 'n' Roll -- and which almost never touches on anything Beat and/or Mod. At the same time, it's clear to me that Johnny Kidd and the Pirates do primarily belong with the British r&b bands of the early- to mid-sixties. So I guess it's fair to say that "Shakin' All Over" might, in some ways, have marked the end of one era and the beginning of another.
You're welcome, Crab Devil.
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Wonderful
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Thanks Butterboy, another ripper
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Masters 6672.
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