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A Bit of Liverpool

The Supremes · 1964

27 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul · disco

A vibrant collection of British Invasion hits reimagined through The Supremes' soulful harmonies and pop sensibilities.

Why this album works

Best for
short, catchy song bursts upbeat nostalgic vibes lighthearted sing-along moments
Context
Released on October 16, 1964, 'A Bit of Liverpool' came during The Supremes' rapid rise to fame following their breakthrough with 'Where Did Our Love Go'. This album capitalized on the popularity of the British Invasion, showcasing the group's versatility as they covered iconic songs from The Beatles and other UK acts while solidifying their place in the pop music landscape.
If you like
R&B, soul, disco

A Bit of Liverpool is an album by The Supremes, released in 1964. A vibrant collection of British Invasion hits reimagined through The Supremes' soulful harmonies and pop sensibilities. The album reached number one on the US R&B charts and contributed to The Supremes' status as one of Motown's leading acts. Its success further highlighted the cultural crossover of British rock into American soul music, influencing future artists and helping to establish the Motown sound's dominance during the mid-60s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Bit of Liverpool sound like?

A vibrant collection of British Invasion hits reimagined through The Supremes' soulful harmonies and pop sensibilities. Rooted in R&B and soul.

What makes A Bit of Liverpool by The Supremes notable?

The album reached number one on the US R&B charts and contributed to The Supremes' status as one of Motown's leading acts. Its success further highlighted the cultural crossover of British rock into American soul music, influencing future artists and helping to establish the Motown sound's dominance during the mid-60s. Released on October 16, 1964, 'A Bit of Liverpool' came during The Supremes' rapid rise to fame following their breakthrough with 'Where Did Our Love Go'. This album capitalized on the popularity of the British Invasion, showcasing the group's versatility as they covered iconic songs from The Beatles and other UK acts while solidifying their place in the pop music landscape.

Who is A Bit of Liverpool for?

A Bit of Liverpool works well if you're into short, catchy song bursts, upbeat nostalgic vibes and lighthearted sing-along moments.

How many songs are on A Bit of Liverpool?

A Bit of Liverpool has 11 tracks, running approximately 27 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·27:31

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 How Do You Do It 1:53
  • 2 A World Without Love 2:45
  • 3 The House of the Rising Sun 3:12
  • 4 A Hard Day’s Night Standout 2:23
  • 5 Because 2:29
  • 6 You’ve Really Got a Hold on Me 2:48
  • 7 You Can’t Do That 2:32
  • 8 Do You Love Me 2:42
  • 9 Can’t Buy Me Love Standout 2:17
  • 10 I Want to Hold Your Hand Standout 2:21
  • 11 Bits and Pieces 2:04

Release Date

October 16, 1964

Genre

disco, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

27 min 31 sec