I think that the Kinks are becoming a new favourite 60s band for me. Prior to beginning this quest, I was mostly familiar with "You Really Got Me" and "Lola"- neither of which really did much for me. The last two albums of theirs that have popped up on this list though, have been brilliant.
The book points out that their music here comes off as a bit old fashioned when compared to the Creams and Hendrixes of the day in the changing the musical landscape; but with the joy of hindsight, and the removal of that 'fashion' aspect you can appreciate the quality of the strong pop songwriting on show here.
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