The Authorized Bang Collection
Van Morrison · 2017
180 min · 63 tracks · jazz fusion · Celtic music · blue-eyed soul
A nostalgic blend of soulful melodies and storytelling, encapsulating youthful exuberance and introspection.
Why this album works
- Best for
- nostalgic reflections on youth dynamic collection of moments soulful melodies for casual listening
- Context
- Released in 2017, 'The Authorized Bang Collection' serves as a retrospective of Van Morrison's early career during the 1960s. This collection revisits his formative years with Bang Records, featuring tracks that defined his style before he became a staple in rock and soul music. At this point, Morrison was celebrated for his extensive catalog but aimed to provide fans with a comprehensive look at his roots.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, Celtic music, blue-eyed soul
The Authorized Bang Collection is an album by Van Morrison, released in 2017. A nostalgic blend of soulful melodies and storytelling, encapsulating youthful exuberance and introspection. 'The Authorized Bang Collection' is significant for its exhaustive presentation of Morrison's early work, including the hit 'Brown Eyed Girl,' which remains a defining song in popular music. The album showcases previously unreleased takes and mixes, contributing to Morrison's legacy of artistic authenticity while also achieving commercial success by appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Authorized Bang Collection sound like?
A nostalgic blend of soulful melodies and storytelling, encapsulating youthful exuberance and introspection. Rooted in jazz fusion and Celtic music.
What makes The Authorized Bang Collection by Van Morrison notable?
'The Authorized Bang Collection' is significant for its exhaustive presentation of Morrison's early work, including the hit 'Brown Eyed Girl,' which remains a defining song in popular music. The album showcases previously unreleased takes and mixes, contributing to Morrison's legacy of artistic authenticity while also achieving commercial success by appealing to both long-time fans and new listeners. Released in 2017, 'The Authorized Bang Collection' serves as a retrospective of Van Morrison's early career during the 1960s. This collection revisits his formative years with Bang Records, featuring tracks that defined his style before he became a staple in rock and soul music. At this point, Morrison was celebrated for his extensive catalog but aimed to provide fans with a comprehensive look at his roots.
Who is The Authorized Bang Collection for?
The Authorized Bang Collection works well if you're into nostalgic reflections on youth, dynamic collection of moments and soulful melodies for casual listening.
How many songs are on The Authorized Bang Collection?
The Authorized Bang Collection has 63 tracks, running approximately 180 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Brown Eyed Girl (original stereo mix) 3:06
- 2 He Ain’t Give You None (original stereo mix) 5:12
- 3 T.B. Sheets (original stereo mix) 9:42
- 4 Spanish Rose (original stereo mix) 3:07
- 5 Goodbye Baby (Baby Goodbye) (original stereo mix) 2:48
- 6 Ro Ro Rosey (original stereo mix) 3:04
- 7 Who Drove the Red Sports Car (original stereo mix) 5:21
- 8 Midnight Special (original stereo mix) 2:46
- 9 It’s All Right (original stereo mix) 5:01
- 10 Send Your Mind (original stereo mix) 2:45
- 11 The Smile You Smile (original stereo mix) 2:53
- 12 The Back Room (original stereo mix) 5:25
- 13 Joe Harper Saturday Morning (original stereo mix) 2:53
- 14 Beside You (original mono mix) 6:06
- 15 Madame George (original mono mix) 5:17
- 16 Chick‐A‐Boom (original mono mix) 3:04
- 17 The Smile You Smile (demo) 2:20
Disc 2
- 1 Brown Eyed Girl (original edited mono single mix) 2:59
- 2 Ro Ro Rosey (original mono single mix with backing vocals) 2:59
- 3 T.B. Sheets (take 2) 7:34
- 4 Goodbye Baby (Baby Goodbye) (takes 10 & 11) 3:27
- 5 Send Your Mind (take 3) 3:14
- 6 Midnight Special (take 7) 2:54
- 7 He Ain’t Give You None (take 4) 6:57
- 8 Ro Ro Rosey (take 2) 2:42
- 9 Who Drove the Red Sports Car (take 6) 4:07
- 10 Beside You (take 2) 4:48
- 11 Joe Harper Saturday Morning (take 2) 5:55
- 12 Beside You (take 5) 6:28
- 13 Spanish Rose (take 14) 4:23
- 14 Brown Eyed Girl (takes 1–6) 8:37
- 15 Brown Eyed Girl (takes 7–11) 6:51
Disc 3
- 1 Twist and Shake 1:17
- 2 Shake and Roll 0:58
- 3 Stomp and Scream 1:13
- 4 Scream and Holler 1:14
- 5 Jump and Thump 1:08
- 6 Drivin’ Wheel 1:12
- 7 Just Ball 0:59
- 8 Shake It Mable 1:12
- 9 Hold On George 1:29
- 10 The Big Royalty Check 1:36
- 11 Ring Worm 1:31
- 12 Savoy Hollywood 1:00
- 13 Freaky If You Got This Far 1:04
- 14 Up Your Mind 1:12
- 15 Thirty Two 0:59
- 16 All the Bits 0:53
- 17 You Say France and I Whistle 0:53
- 18 Blowin’ Your Nose 1:24
- 19 Nose in Your Blow 1:01
- 20 La Mambo 0:51
- 21 Go for Yourself 1:20
- 22 Want a Danish 1:04
- 23 Here Comes Dumb George 0:55
- 24 Chickee Coo 1:10
- 25 Do It 1:00
- 26 Hang On Groovy 0:56
- 27 Goodbye George 1:17
- 28 Dum Dum George 1:27
- 29 Walk and Talk 1:06
- 30 The Wobble 1:02
- 31 Wobble and Ball 1:06
Release Date
January 1, 2017
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
180 min 14 sec
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