Spicks and Specks
In the Spring of 1967, the Bee Gees were on the cusp of a major breakthrough. Their first single for Polydor – “New York Mining Disaster” – was due to be released. The hits that would follow – “To Love Somebody,” “Massachusetts,” “I Started A Joke,” “Words” – would catapult the group to international stardom. But before music history could be made, a catalyst was needed, a spark that would ignite the flame that still burns to this day. This spark was the group’s 1966 Australian hit “Spicks and Specks” and the album of the same name. In late 1966, the Barry Gibb penned hit achieved great success in Australia and Europe. The success of “Spicks and Specks” led to the Bee Gees signing with Polydor and their subsequent career changing move from Australia to the UK where they began their recording career in earnest. Before leaving for England, their Australian label (Spin) released their second studio album entitled Spicks and Specks to take advantage of the success of the single. Spicks and Specks proved to be the stepping stone that brought the Brothers Gibb to pop superstardom. To understand the Bee Gees, one has to listen to this album. One can hear the elements that led to their phenomenal success over several decades – Barry’s inventive songwriting, Robin’s emotional singing, Maurice’s impressive instrumental and harmony work. It’s all here on this essential piece of music history. Contains 5 bonus tracks and stunning new artwork featuring a cover photo by legendary rock photographer Robert Whitaker.  1.Monday’s Rain 2.How Many Birds 3.Play Down 4.Second Hand People 5.I Don’t Know Why I Bother With Myself 6.Big Chance 7.Spicks and Specks 8.Jingle Jangle 9.Tint of Blue 10.Where Are You 11.Born a Man 12.Glass House CD Bonus Tracks:  13.I Was A Lover A Leader Of Men 14.I Am The World 15.I Want Home 16.Wine & Women 17.How Love Was True
Bee Gees   Format: Audio CD
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