What makes It's 2 Easy by The Easybeats notable?

It's 2 Easy solidified The Easybeats' reputation, reaching notable chart positions in Australia and the UK. The album's catchy singles helped define the sound of Australian rock during the 1960s, influencing later artists and earning critical acclaim for its production and songwriting. Released in January 1966, It's 2 Easy is The Easybeats' second album, following their successful debut, Easy. At this point, they were gaining international attention, particularly in the UK and Australia, marking their transition from local stars to global contenders in the burgeoning rock scene.

How many songs are on It's 2 Easy?

It's 2 Easy has 14 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Released 60 years ago

It's 2 Easy

The Easybeats · 1966

34 min · 14 tracks · psychedelic rock

A vibrant blend of infectious melodies and jangly guitars that captures the essence of mid-60s rock energy.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Let Me Be — This opening track sets a lively tone with its upbeat tempo and memorable hooks, showcasing the band's knack for catchy pop-rock anthems.
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Women — With its driving rhythm and cheeky lyrics, this song embodies the playful spirit of the album while highlighting the band's ability to weave humor into their music.
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I'll Find Somebody to Take Your Place — This track stands out for its emotional depth and melodic sophistication, offering a contrast to the more upbeat songs while maintaining the album's overall charm.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The album captures mid-60s rock energy with catchy melodies but lacks depth for lasting impact.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a brisk pace, maintaining mid-tempo for the first half before introducing slower ballads in the latter part.
Several tracks feature prominent jangly guitar riffs and harmonized vocals, characteristic of the mid-60s rock sound.
The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a contrast with the earlier upbeat songs and providing a reflective conclusion.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Let Me Be 2:09
2 You Are the Light 1:57
3 Women 2:36
4 Come and See Her 2:43
5 I'll Find Somebody to Take Your Place 3:05
6 Someway Somewhere 2:22
7 Easy as Can Be 2:33
8 I Can See 2:14
9 Sad and Lonely and Blue 2:18
10 Somethin Wrong 2:18
11 In My Book 3:10
12 What About Our Love 1:56
13 Then I'll Tell You Goodbye 2:35
14 Wedding Ring 2:02

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