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O.K. Ken?

Chicken Shack · 1969

42 min · 11 tracks · blues

Bluesy grooves intertwine with heartfelt vocals, creating a soulful exploration of love and loss.

O.K. Ken? is an album by Chicken Shack, released in 1969. Bluesy grooves intertwine with heartfelt vocals, creating a soulful exploration of love and loss. 'O.K. Ken?' is significant as it marked a period of increasing popularity for Chicken Shack, showcasing their unique blend of blues that resonated with audiences. The album received positive reviews and contributed to the British blues movement of the late 1960s, influencing contemporaneous artists and later generations. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does O.K. Ken? sound like?

Bluesy grooves intertwine with heartfelt vocals, creating a soulful exploration of love and loss. Rooted in blues.

What makes O.K. Ken? by Chicken Shack notable?

'O.K. Ken?' is significant as it marked a period of increasing popularity for Chicken Shack, showcasing their unique blend of blues that resonated with audiences. The album received positive reviews and contributed to the British blues movement of the late 1960s, influencing contemporaneous artists and later generations. Released in January 1969, 'O.K. Ken?' was Chicken Shack's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Forty Blue Fingers Freshly Packed and Ready to Serve'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying its presence in the British blues scene, building on the momentum from previous releases and gaining recognition for their distinct sound.

How many songs are on O.K. Ken??

O.K. Ken? has 11 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·42:21

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

  • 1 Baby's Got Me Crying 2:34
  • 2 The Right Way Is My Way 2:33
  • 3 Get Like You Used to Be Standout 3:49
  • 4 Pony and Trap 3:20
  • 5 Tell Me 4:50
  • 6 A Woman Is the Blues Standout 3:28
  • 7 I Wanna See My Baby 3:53
  • 8 Remington Ride 3:02
  • 9 Fishing in Your River 4:40
  • 10 Mean Old World Standout 3:44
  • 11 Sweet Sixteen 6:23

Release Date

January 1, 1969

Genre

blues

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

42 min 21 sec