The Lovin’ Spoonful – Do You Believe in Magic

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Artist: The Lovin' Spoonful

Title: Do You Believe in Magic

Year: 1965

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Tracklist

  • 1. Do You Believe in Magic? (2:05)
  • 2. Blues In The Bottle (2:10)
  • 3. Sportin' Life (4:03)
  • 4. My Gal (2:35)
  • 5. You Baby (2:53)
  • 6. Fishin' Blues (1:59)
  • 7. Did You Ever Have to Make up Your Mind? (1:59)
  • 8. Wild About My Lovin' (2:34)
  • 9. The Other Side Of This Life (2:28)
  • 10. Younger Girl (2:17)
  • 11. On The Road Again (1:50)
  • 12. Night Owl Blues (3:00)
  • 13. Alley Oop - Previously Unreleased - Mono Version (2:14)
  • 14. Younger Girl - Alternate Take/Previously Unreleased Demo Version (2:38)
  • 15. Blues In The Bottle - Alternate Take/Previously Unreleased (3:00)
  • 16. Wild About My Lovin' - Alternate Take/Previously Unreleased (2:36)
  • 17. The Other Side Of This Life - Alternate Take/Previously Unreleased Instrumental Version (2:31)

Review

The Lovin' Spoonful's debut album 'Do You Believe in Magic' is a real treat that takes me back to the vibrant music scene of the mid-60s. I remember the first time I heard the title track - it was like a burst of sunshine on a cloudy day. John Sebastian's songwriting really shines through on this record, with tunes like 'Younger Girl' and 'On the Road Again' showcasing his talent for blending Americana with rock 'n' roll. The band's ability to craft catchy, pop-infused folk rock is evident in 'Did You Ever Have to Make Up Your Mind?', which climbed all the way to number two on the Billboard Hot 100.

What I love about this album is how it captures the spirit of the Lovin' Spoonful's Greenwich Village roots while also branching out into different musical territories. You can hear their jug band influences on tracks like 'Blues in a Bottle' and 'Fishin' Blues', which give the album a rich, authentic feel. The band's diverse musical palette, drawing from blues, R&B, and even a touch of British Invasion, makes for a compelling listen from start to finish. While some critics initially gave it mixed reviews, I think time has shown just how special this debut really is, setting the stage for the Lovin' Spoonful's future success and cementing their place in 60s folk rock history. - Alex

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