5.24 Only Pretty, What a Pity (Alternative Version)
5.25 Try a Little Bit (Alternative Version)
6.1 Amazing Air
6.2 Never Going Back
6.3 The Prophet
6.4 Only Yesterday
6.5 War Games
6.6 (Till I) Run with You
6.7 Jug of Wine
6.8 Revelation: Revolution '69
6.9 Me About You
6.10 Words
6.11 Revelation: Revolution '69 (Mono Single Version)
6.12 Revelation: Revolution '69 (Single Version, Alternative Vocal)
6.13 Me About You (Mono Single Version)
6.14 Good Time Music (Stereo)
6.15 Almost Grown (Stereo)
6.16 Don't Bank on It Baby (Stereo)
6.17 Searchin' (Stereo)
6.18 Good Time Music (Mono)
6.19 Almost Grown (Mono)
6.20 Don't Bank on It Baby (Mono)
6.21 Searchin' (Mono)
7.1 Raven in a Cage
7.2 You Talk Too Much
7.3 Last Date
7.4 Little Bitty Pretty One
7.5 Alive and Well in Argentina
7.6 Brown to Blue
7.7 Pricilla Millionaira
7.8 I Almost Lost My Mind
7.9 Hip Toad
7.10 LT. Schtinckhausen
7.11 As Long As You're Here
7.12 Ereh Er'uoy Sa Gnol Sa
Description:
"What A Day For A Daydream - Complete Recordings" on CD brings together an extensive anthology of The Lovin' Spoonful's work, centering around their timeless classic "Daydream" and the distinctive blend of folk-rock, pop, jug band influences and mellow psychedelia that made them one of the defining American bands of the mid-1960s. Across the collection, the band's warm harmonies, playful arrangements and melodic songwriting are presented in a way that underlines how effortlessly they moved between carefree radio hits and more reflective, roots-driven pieces. For listeners who want more than just a familiar single, this CD offers a broader journey through the group's catalogue, revealing deep cuts, lesser-known tracks and stylistic nuances that set them apart from their contemporaries. Carefully curated and presented, it aims at both nostalgic fans who grew up with these songs and new listeners discovering the band's catalogue in a coherent, well-rounded form.
The Lovin' Spoonful, formed in New York in the 1960s, became one of the central names of the folk-rock era thanks to a string of enduring hits and a sound that combined spontaneity with songwriting finesse. Their international breakthrough came with songs like "Do You Believe in Magic," "Daydream" and "Summer in the City," tracks that not only dominated the airwaves but went on to influence countless later artists in rock and pop. Known for their catchy melodies, vivid lyrics and an easygoing yet inventive approach to arrangement, they helped define the bridge between the folk clubs and the pop charts. The band's legacy is closely tied to the atmosphere of the 1960s: optimistic, inventive and rich in musical experimentation, yet always accessible and radio-friendly. This collection highlights that legacy by framing their work as a complete listening experience rather than a handful of individual hits, allowing their evolution and depth as recording artists to come into focus.
The CD is released by Cherry Red, an established independent label renowned for its carefully compiled reissues, genre-spanning anthologies and deep catalogue explorations. Over the decades, Cherry Red has built a strong reputation among collectors and serious music fans for the care it invests in archival projects, from track selection and sequencing to liner notes and packaging. By working with classic albums, rare recordings and long-overlooked material, the label often helps preserve and contextualise key moments in popular music history. With releases that frequently appeal to both completists and curious newcomers, Cherry Red has become a trusted name for high-quality catalogue editions, and this Lovin' Spoonful collection fits perfectly into that tradition of detailed, fan-oriented curation.
For anyone interested in hearing The Lovin' Spoonful's music in a more comprehensive framework, "What A Day For A Daydream - Complete Recordings" offers an inviting gateway. It can serve as a perfect introductory survey for new listeners or as a satisfying, more complete library piece for those who already know the big singles but want to dig deeper. Whether you are revisiting the soundtrack of your youth or exploring 1960s American pop and folk-rock for the first time, this CD provides an immersive snapshot of a band whose songs continue to sound fresh, melodic and full of character decades after their original release.
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