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.
Why this album works
'On the Double' is significant for its role in establishing Golden Earring as a major force in Dutch rock music, contributing to their subsequent commercial success. The album showcases their ability to blend catchy melodies with rock instrumentation, laying the groundwork for their later hits, including 'Radar Love' and 'Twilight Zone.'
- Best for
- dynamic journey with peaks youthful exuberance throughout tracks for afternoon gatherings
- 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
- Deep Purple· The Who· The Guess Who
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Songs on a Devil’s Servant Standout 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 Standout 3:07
- 8 Murdock 3:14
- 9 Just a Little Bit of Peace in My Heart Standout 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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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