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On the Double

Golden Earring · 1969

66 min · 19 tracks · hard rock · progressive rock · classic rock

A vibrant blend of Nederbeat and rock that captures the youthful exuberance of late 1960s Netherlands.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • youthful exuberance throughout tracks
  • for afternoon gatherings
  • catchy sing-along moments
  • varied pacing keeps interest

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking immediate gratification
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1969, 'On the Double' marked Golden Earring's third studio album, following their self-titled debut and the more experimental 'Winter Harvest.' This album came during a transitional phase for the band as they were solidifying their sound within the burgeoning Nederbeat scene, which was characterized by its fusion of British rock influences with Dutch musical elements.
Stylistic neighbors
The Alan Parsons Project· UFO· Thin Lizzy

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Songs on a Devil’s Servant 3:46
  • 2 Angelina 3:12
  • 3 Pam Pam Poope Poope Loux 2:46
  • 4 Hurry, Hurry, Hurry 4:23
  • 5 My Baby Ruby 3:19
  • 6 Judy 1:46
  • 7 Goodbye Mama 3:07
  • 8 Murdock 3:14
  • 9 Just a Little Bit of Peace in My Heart 5:21
  • 10 The Sad Story of Sam Stone 2:30
  • 11 High in the Sky 3:25
  • 12 Remember My Friend 2:59
  • 13 Time Is a Book 4:07
  • 14 Backbiting Baby 5:39
  • 15 I’m a Runnin’ 3:27
  • 16 I Sing My Song 4:01
  • 17 Mitch Mover 3:01
  • 18 God Bless the Day 2:41
  • 19 The Grand Piano 3:26

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