I actually find that song kind of charming, in a "bit of 1967 UK chart fluff" way, but you're right — it does not do the man's artistry justice in any way, shape or form. However, this version of it is a lot of fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhpgepbvIhY
Thanks for this -- I was way into Jeff Beck with the Jan Hammer Group Live -- it seemed like it was a big record in the Twin Cities where I grew up. Everyone had it. Freeway Jam!
I've tried really hard to get into that period of his stuff; it's impressive as hell from a chops standpoint, but with the exception of a few selected cuts, I just don't connect with it. Guess I'm just not a fusion guy!
I'm glad you didn't include Hi Ho Silver Lining
A cheap commercial hot that didn't capture the genius that was Jeff Beck
I actually find that song kind of charming, in a "bit of 1967 UK chart fluff" way, but you're right — it does not do the man's artistry justice in any way, shape or form. However, this version of it is a lot of fun: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhpgepbvIhY
Thanks for this -- I was way into Jeff Beck with the Jan Hammer Group Live -- it seemed like it was a big record in the Twin Cities where I grew up. Everyone had it. Freeway Jam!
I've tried really hard to get into that period of his stuff; it's impressive as hell from a chops standpoint, but with the exception of a few selected cuts, I just don't connect with it. Guess I'm just not a fusion guy!
I love “Cause we’ve ended as lovers” w/ EC from the Secret Policeman’s Other Ball https://youtu.be/-5o0xt-nowE
Good call!