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Blaze

Herman's Hermits · 1967

23 min · 10 tracks · beat music

Upbeat melodies intertwine with witty lyrics, embodying the playful spirit of 1960s British rock.

Why this album works

Best for
upbeat sing-alongs with friends short bursts of playful energy witty lyrics for light-hearted fun
Context
Released in January 1967, 'Blaze' was Herman's Hermits' fifth studio album, following their commercial success with 'There's a Kind of Hush.' At this point in their career, the band was capitalizing on their popularity in the UK and US, navigating a musical landscape increasingly influenced by more experimental sounds.
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Blaze is an album by Herman's Hermits, released in 1967. Upbeat melodies intertwine with witty lyrics, embodying the playful spirit of 1960s British rock. 'Blaze' showcases the band's signature blend of catchy pop-rock tunes and clever lyrics. While it did not achieve the chart-topping success of previous albums, it solidified their presence in the evolving music scene of the era and remains a notable example of their work during the height of Beat music's popularity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blaze sound like?

Upbeat melodies intertwine with witty lyrics, embodying the playful spirit of 1960s British rock. Rooted in beat music.

What makes Blaze by Herman's Hermits notable?

'Blaze' showcases the band's signature blend of catchy pop-rock tunes and clever lyrics. While it did not achieve the chart-topping success of previous albums, it solidified their presence in the evolving music scene of the era and remains a notable example of their work during the height of Beat music's popularity. Released in January 1967, 'Blaze' was Herman's Hermits' fifth studio album, following their commercial success with 'There's a Kind of Hush.' At this point in their career, the band was capitalizing on their popularity in the UK and US, navigating a musical landscape increasingly influenced by more experimental sounds.

Who is Blaze for?

Blaze works well if you're into upbeat sing-alongs with friends, short bursts of playful energy and witty lyrics for light-hearted fun.

How many songs are on Blaze?

Blaze has 10 tracks, running approximately 23 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·23:19

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

  • 1 Museum Standout 2:44
  • 2 Upstairs, Downstairs 2:15
  • 3 Busy Line 2:27
  • 4 Moonshine Man 2:28
  • 5 Green Street Green 2:12
  • 6 Don't Go Out Into the Rain (You're Going to Melt) Standout 2:12
  • 7 I Call Out Her Name 1:51
  • 8 One Little Packet of Cigarettes 2:00
  • 9 Last Bus Home Standout 2:19
  • 10 Ace, King, Queen, Jack 2:51

Release Date

January 1, 1967

Genre

beat music

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

23 min 19 sec