The Great Lost Kinks Album
The Kinks · 1973
36 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · garage rock · power pop
A collection of forgotten gems that capture The Kinks' eclectic blend of wit and melody.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo sing-alongs witty storytelling with charm nostalgic reflections on love
- Context
- By the time 'The Great Lost Kinks Album' was released in 1973, The Kinks had already established a significant legacy with their earlier works like 'Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)'. This album serves as a compilation of unreleased tracks and outtakes from previous sessions, reflecting both the band's creative depth and their struggles with record label issues during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
- If you like
- hard rock, garage rock, power pop
The Great Lost Kinks Album is an album by The Kinks, released in 1973. A collection of forgotten gems that capture The Kinks' eclectic blend of wit and melody. 'The Great Lost Kinks Album' is notable for showcasing tracks that highlight the band's influence on the burgeoning power pop and punk movements. Despite not being a commercial success, it has gained recognition over time for its lyrical ingenuity and musical experimentation, influencing countless artists in various genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Great Lost Kinks Album sound like?
A collection of forgotten gems that capture The Kinks' eclectic blend of wit and melody. Rooted in hard rock and garage rock.
What makes The Great Lost Kinks Album by The Kinks notable?
'The Great Lost Kinks Album' is notable for showcasing tracks that highlight the band's influence on the burgeoning power pop and punk movements. Despite not being a commercial success, it has gained recognition over time for its lyrical ingenuity and musical experimentation, influencing countless artists in various genres. By the time 'The Great Lost Kinks Album' was released in 1973, The Kinks had already established a significant legacy with their earlier works like 'Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)'. This album serves as a compilation of unreleased tracks and outtakes from previous sessions, reflecting both the band's creative depth and their struggles with record label issues during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Who is The Great Lost Kinks Album for?
The Great Lost Kinks Album works well if you're into steady mid-tempo sing-alongs, witty storytelling with charm and nostalgic reflections on love.
How many songs are on The Great Lost Kinks Album?
The Great Lost Kinks Album has 14 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Til Death Do Us Part 3:12
- 2 There Is No Life Without Love Standout 1:55
- 3 Lavender Hill 2:53
- 4 Groovy Movies 2:30
- 5 Rosemary Rose 1:43
- 6 Misty Water 3:01
- 7 Mr. Songbird 2:24
- 8 When I Turn Off the Living Room Light 2:17
- 9 The Way Love Used to Be 2:11
- 10 I'm Not Like Everybody Else Standout 3:29
- 11 Plastic Man Standout 3:00
- 12 This Man He Weeps Tonight 2:38
- 13 Pictures in the Sand 2:45
- 14 Where Did the Spring Go? 2:10
Release Date
January 25, 1973
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
36 min 8 sec
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