Sunday, September 30

I like it like that


Them (1965)
The US version of Them's first LP differs slightly from 'The Angry Young Them' (a few different tracks), but it's still a killer. Van Morrison's voice literally howls off the vinyl.
"Them were, in their initial and purest incarnation, impassioned fans and raucous performers of American R&B, soul, blues, and rock n roll. This aspect of their musical personality is evident in the cover versions of Ray Charles, James Brown, Fats Domino, Bobby "Blue" Bland, Screamin' Jay Hawkins, and John Lee Hooker songs that graced their two albums. The one element that distinguishes Them's interpretations from the classic originals, however, is an almost punk-like fury. Their sound, rough and raw as it is, features obtrusive bass, propulsive percussion, loud electric guitars, rudimentary organ fills, and Van Morrison's wildly aggressive vocals." - the Van Morrison Website

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

I love everything on this site! I'm not a big Van Morrison fan, but I love Them. My friend Devlin has a great Them record from after Van Morrison left the group. I think the singer was from Norway or Sweden or something.