Released 60 years ago
Face to Face
The Kinks · 1966
59 min · 21 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop
A kaleidoscopic blend of rock and pop that captures the bittersweet essence of mid-60s London life.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo reflective journey
- bittersweet nostalgia for city life
- sing-along vibes with friends
- playful storytelling throughout tracks
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy excitement
- prefer standalone singles experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 28, 1966, 'Face to Face' was The Kinks' fifth studio album and marked a significant shift in their sound towards more introspective lyrics and complex arrangements. Following their early commercial success with hits like 'You Really Got Me', this album showcased Ray Davies' growing prowess as a songwriter amid the band's evolving musical style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Who· The Yardbirds· The Rolling Stones
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Party Line 2:35
- 2 Rosie Won’t You Please Come Home 2:34
- 3 Dandy 2:12
- 4 Too Much on My Mind 2:28
- 5 Session Man 2:14
- 6 Rainy Day in June 3:10
- 7 A House in the Country 3:03
- 8 Holiday in Waikiki 2:52
- 9 Most Exclusive Residence for Sale 2:48
- 10 Fancy 2:30
- 11 Little Miss Queen of Darkness 3:16
- 12 You’re Lookin’ Fine 2:47
- 13 Sunny Afternoon 3:36
- 14 I’ll Remember 2:28
- 15 I’m Not Like Everybody Else 3:29
- 16 Dead End Street 3:23
- 17 Big Black Smoke 2:36
- 18 Mister Pleasant 3:01
- 19 This Is Where I Belong 2:25
- 20 Mr. Reporter 3:58
- 21 Little Women 2:10
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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