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Jeff Beck - Hi Ho Silver Lining

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Jeff Beck Hi Ho Silver Lining / Beck's Bolero / Rock My Plimsoul RAK RR 3 (1972) Jeff Beck (1944-2023) was an acclaimed English guitarist who originally came to fame as part of The Yardbirds. Described by Rolling Stone magazine as  "one of the most influential lead guitarists in rock" he is regarded alongside Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton as one of his generations greatest guitarists. " Hi Ho Silver Lining " was written by American songwriters Scott English and Larry Weiss and first released as a single in March 1967 by English band The Attack The Attack's version failed to chart, while Beck's recording reached the top 20 of the singles chart in the UK in both 1967 and 1972. The 45 failed to crack the US Billboard Hot 100.   Although credited on this 45 solely to Jeff Beck the tracks included backing by The Jeff Beck Group who's members included Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood.  Rod's vocals can be heard on the flipside Rock My Plimsoul. Beck's ...

Olivia Jean - Reminsce

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Olivia Jean Reminisce / Toot, Toot, Tootsie! Third Man Records SAV 1-15 (2014) Olivia Jean is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist, best known for her work in the indie rock and garage rock scenes. Known as the frontwoman of the band The Black Belles, a group signed to Jack White's Third Man Records, she has also embarked on a solo career. This was her first solo release, produced by Jack White and includes on the flip a cover of the classic tune written by Ernie Erdman , Dan Russo , and J. Fred Coots which was originally performed by Al Jolson in 1922. The song became a huge hit for Jolson and is one of his most famous tunes, often associated with his energetic stage presence and work in early sound films. FLAC

Lillie Mae - Over The Hill And Through The Woods

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Lillie Mae Over The Hill And Through The Woods / The Last Time Third Man Record TMR 423 (2017) Lillie Mae is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for her work in the country, Americana, and roots music genres. She is signed to Third Man Records, the independent label founded by Jack White. Discovered by the legendary Cowboy Jack Clement when playing with her family band The Rische's (formerly Jypsi), comprised of sisters Amber-Dawn, Scarlett, and Grace, and brother Frank, the country outfit can often still be heard at the historic Layla's Bluegrass Inn in Nashville. Lillie Mae has also spent considerable time as a member of White's crack touring and recording combo, playing fiddle and mandolin while also lending vocals to such tracks as "Temporary Ground" from Jack's 2014 album  Lazaretto . FLAC