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One of the greatest albums ever recorded.
This was really fucking good
Garage rock. No los conocía... ¡Vinilo!
I love the Flamin Groovies.. They could have picked the album before or after and I would have been happy too. Dirty bluesy garage rock sound can't be beat.
Muy sorprendente disco. Quizá a ratos no suena de 1971 sino de 1964 o algo así, pero la verdad es que me gustó mucho. Combinación agradable de Rock psicodélico y Blues, transicional de la época. Le doy la razón a Mick Jagger, este disco es mejor que uno de los Stones. Y encima la versión de lujo trae unos covers que tampoco tienen desperdicio.
Puro rock
It's Been A While I guess, But Life Is Good, You're Doing Well. Keep On Focusing On The Process. And Go With The Flow That You Like.
You can draw a direct line from this to my sweetheart Detroit 90s-00s rock scene. Hell yea
Fucking great.
I enjoyed this bluesy early 70s rock way more than I expected to. The recording sounds fantastic and the music is really well done. The performances are so energized and visceral. These guys are really great here! Loved the rockin' tracks like "High Flyin' Baby" and "Have You Seen My Baby." "Yesterday's Numbers" has a fantastic vocal performance... one of my favorite tracks. The title track's rockin' blues vibe and supporting harmonica runs through this album like a freight train. Great stuff! There's a great bluesy vibe really evident in "City Lights" about a country boy headed to NYC to see 'the empire's tallest building where the plane shot that big monkey, and they killed him.' You also get a dose of the 50s in songs like "32-20", "Evil Hearted Ada" (which could be an early Elvis song) and "Doctor Boogie" (with a particularly fun performance by the lead singer). The last song of the original album release "Whiskey Woman" is a great closer to the album. Love this song. I prefer stopping there for the album listening experience and not playing the six additional tracks added in 1999. Not that any of the additional songs are bad - in fact I liked them - but the album really feels most complete in its original incarnation. Maybe I'm just getting tired of great albums feeling a bit compromised when bonus tracks are tacked on willy-nilly in their re-releases. I really dig this album... happy to welcome Flamin' Groovies aboard my musical library!
groovy hehe
I hear a lot of Wilco
I agree with Mick Jagger, this is better than what the stones were doing at the time.
This band is criminally neglected.
Hey that was fun, and definitely didn't suck. In a weird retro-/proto- space even for its time. Sturdy songs, well played, not polished too much. On the fence about whether this an indispensable listen, probably wouldn't put it on my own list unless I looked at my list and felt like it wasn't enough fun (which, honestly, it probably isn't having this much fun...). 3.5/5
I really enjoyed listening to this album. It was the first time that I’d heard it and it was nice.
4/5
Poor man's Rolling Stones. However I enjoyed this and liked many songs. 7.5/10 Top song 32-20
I actually quite enjoyed this and their versions of “That’ll Be the Day” and “Louie Louie” in almost a swamp rock style was really fun.
I thought these guys were great.
Never heard of them but, I like them. Good cover of Louie, Louie and That'll Be the Day. 4 stars
a lot of it floats between mid rolling-stones-blues and rockabilly, but there's enough just fuckin sick rock songs to really elevate it. just plain rock solid riffs and melodies carrying here. Whiskey Woman is one such sick song, Yesterday's Numbers and Louie Louie are also dope. soft 4
I always appreciate blues based rock
Love it when I find a new band I've never heard of and love them. Kinda Rolling Stones like. Love some of their remakes, they took them and made them their own. Quite an entertaining listen!
A fun album that I kind of grew tired of as it went on. I appreciated the high energy blues rock vibes but it got a bit old. Still, overall it was a good listen.
The best Rolling Stones album they never made. This album was great. The drumming was a real highlight. Favorites were Have You Seen My Baby?, Yesterday’s Numbers, and Whiskey Woman.
If I had to describe this album in one word it would be. Twang Very fun album. Great guitar solos and catchy drumming. Little bit long for me. If it was trimmed down by 20 minutes it would be getting a 5
Bluesy and raw - I love it
A bit like slightly lo-fi early Rolling Stones
SF rocks.
Ok
Det svänger.
Recht cooler Sound, aber hat sich für mich nicht von der Masse abgehoben
Ganz coole Rock n Roll Music, Teenage Head ist auch cool
This is the type of "never heard of them" thing I came here to discover, not an umpteenth electronica or rap album. Raw, fun and enjoyable. I'd definitely listen to this again and recommend it to others.
This is one of the greatest albums I have ever heard. Raw, unpolished, gritty, rock and roll. Simple and excellent! One of my new faves!
Groovy!
This was a refreshing listen to an act who'd hitherto pretty much passed me by. Mick Jagger had praised this band at the same time the Stones were putting out Sticky Fingers and one can hear the Flaming Groovies approach in Exile on main street the following year. I did think the album descended into 12 bar blues pastiche in the latter stages until Whiskey woman returns to the Stones sound. I don't really hear the punk influence in the album until the rock n roll garage sounding covers as bonus tracks. Sorely tempted to give it 5 stars at initial stages....dodgy title though.
WOW! This was a pleasant surprise, For the who like good ol' Rock and Roll! Jamming covers, and major rockabilly, ala Stray Cats. Fun! You can hear the Stones as an influence.
Really great blues rock music. Excellent guitars. The vocals are less for me. Don't particularly love the sound of the dudes' voices or the production of the vocals. I've never claimed to be an expert at interpreting lyrics, or even somebody who values lyrics particularly highly, but... When I do get an earful of what they're saying, it's often weird. Not offensive weird or anything, but weird enough to warrant a comment. The music does a lot of heavy lifting here for me.
8/10 Really good! Great songs, well delivered. Does it lack that little something to elevate to the plane of Led Zep, The Stones etc? Yes, it does - but it's not their fault they're not British
#914. Does anyone else think the singer sounds like Iggy Pop, or was that just me? 4/5: uh... insert reason here, I don't remember
These guys have been a gap in my rock n roll knowledge. Not bad! Wish it was a little more polished recording wise though.
4.5. A fantastic genre melding album.
There were certainly some Flaming Grooves I experienced during this album. I've seen lots of reviews saying they have heard a lot of albums like this. I don't see why that is a reason to mark it down, it's good shit that's why it's here. 1001 is a lot of albums of course some are going to be similar. However i did think this one was a bit too long
- Beach Boys esque with some 70s influence which is awesome - fun album - probably would listen again
Great album, blues rock and roll
These guys had the blues groove. It's quite clearly not as good as Sticky Fingers which it's compared to, but this will be entering circulation as a working in the garden album. What a privilege for it.
I had a good time with this. Nothing special but better than a lot of others on this list.
Fun early 70s rock, that goes from Stonesy to influencing the cramps.
Their ability to seamlessly jump around styles does make them sound like a pub cover band (and indeed the extended version is mainly covers) but some solid guitar rock fun in here.
Great blue rock album from the early 70s
Really only knew them in name. Silly me for sleeping on listening to a full album. Killer!
Enjoyed this way more than I was expecting. A couple full listens through, a completely new band to me, makes for a nice discovery.
I only knew the groovies as a great punk/new wave band and had never heard their bluesier stuff. This is the best record the Stones never made. Really top-notch stuff, and I can certainly hear how they truene into more of a punk band.
Better than the Stones IMO
A surprise. Its got an early Stones feel to it. Sloppy, dirty but genuine. From the cover, I don't think they bathe.
Before even listening I have my doubts. A band with a name as cool as "Flamin Groovies" can't possibly live up to their full potential. That is, unless they are a rock solid mish mash of Stones and Creedence with a pinch of Beatles. But what are the odds of that happening? ... Nice
Includes quite a few covers but even still was overall fun 60s rock
Great stuff, I loved this find.
Really liked this one! Bluesy and fun!
these guys sound A LOT like The Stones. 3.75/ 5
Old but nice
Look is it up there with the greats, no. Is it a really solid vibe of blues rock that just gets the feeling right? 100%
I’ve heard some of these songs but wouldn’t have recognized the band name. Shame on me for that.
There is a world where Evil Hearted Ada and Whiskey Woman are overplayed classic rock radio staples. It's not the world I live in, but it's easy to imagine.
Well all right! Thank you!
This was fun. I liked how the voices ranged from Mick Jagger to Elvis. Definitely a Stones contemporary. Solid blues rock and I enjoyed the covers.
This could easily have been a Rolling Stones album from the same era. Good rocking stuff! I liked all the covers but just not sure why they completely shifted in that direction for the final 6 tracks. The original material was strong on it's own.
Sounded exactly like the stones except for the song they sounded exactly like Elvis. The cover of “Louie Louie” was awesome.
"Teenage Head" is an album of unadulterated rock 'n' roll - no more, no less. As a clear precursor to The Cramps, it laid the groundwork for their psychobilly sound, albeit with a slightly more refined touch. While it never feels quite as 'dangerous' or depraved as Lux and Ivy’s output, its swagger remains undeniable. A four-star fun record. 1 "High Flyin' Baby" (4/5) 2 "City Lights" (4/5) 3 "Have You Seen My Baby?" (Randy Newman) (3/5) 4 "Yesterday's Numbers" (3/5) 5 "Teenage Head" (4/5) 6 "32-20" (Robert Johnson, new lyrics by Roy A. Loney) (4/5) 7 "Evil Hearted Ada" (Loney) (4/5) 8 "Doctor Boogie" (4/5) 9 "Whiskey Woman" (4/5) Total - 34 Average - 3.78 242/1001 134/242 albums reviewed were new to me.
What I would call country
Really fun album! I wish there was a version without all the covers tacked on to the end, but I did like it all the way through, even if the covers did bloat it a bit. Very high energy and proto-punk-y.
Better than the Rolling Stones? 4.4
This album was so fun because I didn't know the band by name, but I know them by music. It's always fun to find you know more music than you realize.
Excelente álbum, más que nada el lado B que serían desde la quinta a la novena canción. Hay variedad y te mantiene siempre disfrutando. El lado A tiene demasiadas similitudes con los Rolling y no soy tan fan, aun así suman y no restan.
Fantastic mostly covers of rock classics. These guys had taste! 3.8
Enjoyed the sound of the album as a whole and there were a couple standout tracks that I enjoyed more. Overall pretty good
- so underrated - perfect kinda sound im alwats searching for - groovy asl -has slight rockabilly aspects
surprisingly good
First of all, I had no idea the Flamin' Groovies were this old. Second, this is exactly what I expected: loose, raucous, and lots of attitude. So, you know, fun. I can picture Jon Spencer listening to it and having a light-bulb moment. The bonus tracks are definitely inessential, especially because the closing stretch of "Whiskey Woman" was the perfect way to end the album.
Sounds just like their name. Fun vintage vibes
Someone said this album sounds like sticky fingers and I can’t unhear it. But definitely not a bad thing at all. Kept expecting a drop in quality on this album (I thought the album was 16 songs because of Spotify) but it didn’t ever happen and I really enjoyed. Favorite song: whiskey woman Least favorite: doctor boogie Looks like most agree, really fun album and I loved the recommendation.
Honkytonk rock almost sounds like Rolling Stones
Really cool 70s rock album. Great vocals and bass and guitar are mixed so well
Flamin’ Groovies are on fire with Teenage Head! High Flyin’ Baby has that late sixties SF music scene vibe with low slung guitar, tambourine, and hippie vocals. Perhaps a bit of Jefferson Airplane. City Lights comes across as a Leon Russel / Otis Redding mellow ditty. Have You Seen My Baby just kills it. Yesterday’s Numbers has a strong Hendrix influence. These two songs followed by Teenage Head make for a great threefer and get this album on the 1001 Must Hear List. 33-20 brings in a little country western / Johny Cash tone. Evil Hearted Ada sounds like it could be an Elvis cover. Doctor Boogie has a bit of a Beach Boys feel, although a little weirder. Whiskey Woman brings back a bluesy SF sixties groove and the covers (with the Chuck Berry feel) hold up to finish a fun hour. (4.3*s) I was never in SF in the early 70s, but this album brought me right there, literally could see and feel the city by the bay…
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Great, rambunctious collection of songs! I hadn't heard of this band before, but I love the garage rock sound. As far as the covers go, Louie Louie was a cool take but I didn't love That'll Be the Day.
I can’t believe I’ve never heard this band before because this is fantastic. It’s straight up rock and roll with zero pretension and a lot of heart. Like, lets get the night started kinda feels. Pretty fun from start to finish. Spins: 2 Playlist Additions - Yesterday's Numbers - Teenage Head - Evil Hearted Ada - Whiskey Woman
Started off pretty meh and a little too country, but Louie Louie and Carol were both bangers.
what a fun discovery. These guys are fun. Right up my alley.
There are indeed some groovy grooves
I like blues based rock, and I quite enjoyed their pretty raw take on it
Pretty good despite not being my usual genre
I had never heard of these guys, but this album was awesome. I don't know how they were never on my radar before.
Ik ben verre van een expert op het gebied van dit soort muziek uit deze tijd, maar ik zou in een pubquiz het onderscheid tussen dit en de Stones niet kunnen maken. Ik durf dat gerust toe te geven; ik heb weer andere kwaliteiten. Hoop ik. Het goede nieuws is dat ik dit dus goed kan hebben. De Stones zelf kregen tot nu toe bij mij zowel 3en als 4en. Dit album valt ook daar tussen en dan kies ik in dit geval voor de 4. Het is lekker bluesy, lekker gitarig, met een half uur speeltijd geen seconde te lang, de opnamekwaliteit is dik in orde en het voelt voor mij niet als een huismerk of Action variant. Ik heb zelfs een extra half uur aan bonustracks uitgezeten.
Teenage Head was certainly an enjoyable one. When it is done right, psychedelic rock can be a rather fun genre to listen to and this album is absolutely no exception. It gets to a point where it even gets a sound that is very similar to The Rolling Stones (Especially considering Sticky Fingers came out the same year and Mick Jagger even pointed out it's similarities and preferred this one). As much as i enjoyed Sticky Fingers, I thought this album was better as the songs here just felt that much more fun and had real show stealers with the melodies. There are a few vocal things i don't like with this album but i still really liked my time with this album. Best Song: Doctor Boogie Worst Song: Evil Hearted Ada
Blind album and artist. I loved this bluesy feel and it is very comparable to Rolling Stones. Whiskey Woman is a great track that stands out very much.
Pretty cool.
Ei ollut tuttu levy, tai edes bändi. Ihan asiallista rokettirollia. Parhaat biisit bonusraidat ”Shakin' All Over, ”Buddy Hollyn ”That'll be the day”,”Louie, Louie”, ”Walking the Dog” ja Chuck Berryn ”Carol”-coverit.
A band I should have come across but who has passed me by. Fab album with reminders of the Stones and Elvis even and a foretaste of Zappa and Kings of Leon.
Like many, I misread this entry as the Flamin' Groovies by Teenage Head, not the other way around and, wow, the Flamin' Groovies is just a terrible band name. As for the music, I dig it, it's pretty solid blues rock that doesn't overstay its welcome (at least the original track listing of 9 songs in 30 minutes doesn't). Seems this is frequently compared to Sticky Fingers since it came out the same year and Mick Jagger was a fan. I get the comparison because this sounds like a bit of a rougher and more natural Rolling Stones with a bit of Elvis thrown in for good measure. I'd throw this album on again when I'm in the mood, but I'm probably not going to do a deep dive through their discography as it's not quite my preferred genre of music any more.
Groovin'. I enjoyed this one; pretty fun. 4/5
4/5
8/10
On first listen I didn't know what to make of it beyond "are they just copying the Stones?" So I listened tonight again followed by Sticky Fingers and I guess I get what they were going for.
This was a fun listen. A lot of nice and, for the time, modernised classic Rock & Roll hits. It's an influential song, but not very outspokenly influential at that. You notice this kind of crazier Rock & Roll style in bands like the Cramps and the later Punk movement. The songs being covers brings some nice variety, but also makes it a bit creatively bankrupt at times. Still fun to listen to.
What a breath of fresh air to hear music that sounds unplanned and full soul and exuberance
Fun, v bluesy, almost rockabilly, Rolling Stones vibes
this album to me feels like somewhere between early 70s stones and early alice cooper. it's got this bluesy rock feel that almost feels like t. rex at points. it's fun to listen to. i really liked the cover of randy newman's 'have you seen my baby' and also i have adored 'whiskey woman' for years, both of which i felt were a great romp. it's not mindblowing, but it's a good time.
ну прикоольно конечно, но добавил всего 4 песни, простецкая музыка на вечерок, не знаю..
This was great. I hadn't heard this album before. Definitely see some similarities in the sounds with Exile on Main Street. All in all, good album. Something I'd put on and listen to a few times.
That was straight up good bluesy rock and roll. Never heard of them before. Thanks 1001 albums!
First time hearing this album. They are clearly influenced by The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, and blues soaked British Invasion. This is an amazing album! The American version of Dr Feelgood
best wel hip
Leuk, stones-achtige rock & roll
proper 60's rock band. A few covers (Louie Louie, Skin's all over. etc). A little Rolling Stones, a little Elvis. Not bad
# Album Name: Flamin' Groovies # Artist: Talking Heads # Rating: 4/5 # Comments: Turns out the first nine tracks are from the band. The rest are covers. I have to be honest, this is a bloody good album. Plays like the early stones with a sprinkle of elvis. A very enjoyable listen if you like that style of music. I did flick through the covers but tbh, they are pretty average. I wouldnt have included them in the album. # Top Tunes: HFB / City light / Yesterdays numbers / Teenage Head / Ada / Whiskey woman # Would I listen to it again? First nine tracks.
7.9/10 groovy was right. i enjoyed the album a lot. i haven’t actually explored this genre and period of music, always i’ve always known i would enjoy it. thinking of exploring this band some more. amazing vibes and great playing, though the lyrics were a tad weak for me; which, in hindsight, makes sense
at first it’s like punky, then it turns into covers from the 50s and 60s, pretty tuff collection here
I liked Whiskey Woman and everything after that.
Reminds me of Rev. Horton Heat
There's an early punk sound running through this album. Enjoyed the listen on the way to work.
Very rolling stones, but also not.
They definitely brought the groovies!!
Mick Jagger admitted this is was done better than his own album so......
My first glib thought for Flamin Groovies is CCR, but without John Fogerty. Still, I dig the garage blues vibe and feel like Teenage Head punches above its weight.
Man what a good album I love the flamin groovies
That was a trip. Good time.
Very fun album. The rock and roll/blues mix is a great combo. Full of life and energy. He's going to show me how to walk a dog .
Great blues/rock. As good as the Stones? In parts!
The original album is pretty good stuff: the extra tracks on the extended version are rather lacklustre.
Fuck en fed omgang blueset Rock ‘n Roll! Det er råt og svedigt. Alt det som Rolling Stones burde lyde af.
Should this be as famous and successful as a couple of the early Stones albums? There's nothing wrong with the songs*. But I guess the magic formula wasn't there, or they wouldn't have fallen out, lost their singer and gone in a totally different direction. I'm happy to learn of its existence, and appreciated its swagger and humour. I enjoyed the subtle production: some of the most interesting musical tracks seemed to be buried quite low in the mix, which made me concentrate! I'm undecided as to whether I'll ever seek it out again, but it's a thoroughly decent album. *I wrote that before I got to Evil Hearted Ada and Doctor Boogie, which were both a tad annoying. But Whiskey Woman was a strong closing track.
Whoa, never listened to this band before. This fucking rules. Rolling Stones plus Iggy Pop.
Liked that.
dunno what's worse, the band name or the album name. slaps despite both of these
Took me a minute to get into it but I was won over by the time the title track rolled around, + Whiskey Woman is an all-timer
Never heard of this band or this album before, and that's a shame. Mick Jagger is right, this is like Sticky Fingers, in a good way.
Apt wiki description. Very Stones
Somebody put these groovies out before their teenage heads get 3rd degrees
Its flamin', its groovy, it delivers. Is it just The Stones but less effective? Is it occasionally creepy? Maybe, but i can still dig it man, a fun new-to-me listen. The title track is great, Shakin All Over has a killer solo, love the Louie Louie cover. Often so raw, like you're just listening to these guys jam in their garage
Favorite songs: Teenage Head, Whiskey Woman, 32-20, That'll Be the Day, Walkin' the Dog, Scratch My Back, Carol, Yesterday's Numbers, Have You Seen My Baby? Least favorite songs: Evil Hearted Ada 4/5
Could you imagine if this album was half as long. Just the best bits? It would be an all time classic! But instead it’s really good but bloated.
I'm surprised to have never heard of these guys. They did The Rolling Stones better than The Rolling Stones and also dipped into proto-punk. Apparently they didn't do well in the US but found some success in Britain. Shame they didn't do more!
I first discovered this band during my punk exploration a long time ago. What really surprised me was that when I looked up how old their songs were, I was shocked to find out they were from the early ’70s—I had originally assumed they were from the early ’80s. It just goes to show how ahead of their time they were, while still embracing rock and blues influences from a generation before them. If you like garage rock and punk with a bluesy, rockabilly edge, these guys are the kings of that sound. They also have a raw, gritty, and unpolished energy that adds even more texture to their music. One of my favorite songs from them isn’t on this album because it was only released as a single, but around the same time Teenage Head came out, they also released Slow Death. If you haven’t heard it, it’s definitely worth checking outo.
One of the main reasons I love this site is because of the hidden gems I find that I otherwise wouldn't. The Flamin Groovies is one of those. Their Blues/Rock sound and the lead singers vocals all give a very Rolling Stones feel. If I were around when they hit the scene I would have been a big fan. As it is I look forward to listening to their other albums.
The Stoned Stones
Len Houmous always used to say teenage head was his favourite. I never knew he meant this album! 3.7 1. HIGH FLYING BABY
This album is pretty good. Never heard of the Flamin Groovies or listened to them to my knowledge. From what I’ve read, Flamin Groovies played a role in the advancement of power pop and have been called one of the forerunners of punk rock. Listening to this album I can hear some of that. Really it’s just a good grooving garage rock album that interprets blues in a true rock and roll fashion. It was a fun listen and quite enjoyable. Favorites include “32-20”, “Doctor Boogie”, and “High Flyin’ Baby”
Did we really need yet another 6+ minute cover of "Louie Louie"? Other than that, though, I did enjoy this one. A solid garage rock jam.
Solid rock and roll.
❤️2️⃣ find a record I have never heard of where the band cares not about anything but playing great
some groovy tunes
When he sings "You gotta mow your lawn if you wanna get along" is he singing what I think he's singing? Too much of this invites unfavorable comparison to the Stones but it's pretty great. If I were the Black Crowes I would have quit when I first heard these guys.
Really cool, throwback surf rock vibes wrapped up in 70s clothing.
Sounds about like early 70’s Stones
I liked this Definitely listen
Somewhat generic, but I did enjoy it overall. Nice instrumentals with decent vocal work. 'Whiskey Woman' was my fave.
Nice try Diddy. But really, this was great.
Some of the best rock blues I've ever heard come out of this era. Jagger (reportedly) was correct. This beats the socks off of the Rolling Stones. Oh, hey! The lyrics for "Louie, Louie". Nifty! The longer this goes on, the more it's growing on me.
Solid blues rock
I enjoyed this album! The music is mid and rock but okay. 4/5
Pretty fun. Better than the Stones
This is fun to listen to, but feels derivative. Basically The Rolling Stones, with a dash of Elvis.
A band I knew nothing about but pleasantly surprised by how good this was, definitely has the Sticky Fingers era Stones-y vibe, but there's a bit of rockabilly there and definitely a proto-punk energy. Plenty of great riffs, will have this on rotation for sure
70s SF band, blues and rock. Contemporaries of the Stones. Feels like link btw traditional rock ’n roll and modern rock. Elvis vibes. A good time. Rockabilly.
Scrappy classic rock Sharp as a tack guitar hooks With blues influence
First of all, this album is fantastic. Each track is full of energy and rips right out of the gate. It’s classic rock n’ roll at its best - with streaks of hard blues. It’s an incredibly fun album and fully defines the era - and definitely gives the British Rock clan a run for their money. The only problem is that it almost sounds too much like The Rolling Stones. I however, got over it very quickly. The best track is Whiskey Woman.
I think Teenage Head was also a band? Never heard this before. Recognized one track from maybe a Tarantino movie? Good stuff though, would for sure go back and listen again!
Lots of different, fun rock ideas at a quicker tempo
great fun
I first discovered this band during my punk exploration a long time ago. What really surprised me was that when I looked up how old their songs were, I was shocked to find out they were from the early ’70s—I had originally assumed they were from the early ’80s. It just goes to show how ahead of their time they were, while still embracing rock and blues influences from a generation before them. If you like garage rock and punk with a bluesy, rockabilly edge, these guys are the kings of that sound. They also have a raw, gritty, and unpolished energy that adds even more texture to their music. One of my favorite songs from them isn’t on this album because it was only released as a single, but around the same time Teenage Head came out, they also released Slow Death. If you haven’t heard it, it’s definitely worth checking out.
A 7
In a cooler timeline than this one these guys are The Rolling Stones.
Pretty good rock and roll.
This album is pretty rockin! Only reviewing the first nine songs (ending with Whiskey Woman) per the original album track listing. Sounds like this was compared to the Rolling Stones at the time, and there are obvious similarities. And Evil Hearted Ada has very Elvis vibes. Love the overall energy and the blend of blues and rock. I'm surprised I've never heard of these guys, they're pretty great. Really enjoyed this!
Groovy rock
this sounds like a wild metaphor, but this record feels like the platonic ideal of a summer camp. it's fun, super active, a bit embarrassingly folksy, and overall feels like you're just having a good time in the woods with a bunch of dudes playing their instruments. i'm not really a fan of 70's blues rock revival, and parts of side B indicate some influence from the more noxious Stones tunes of the era, but i'd argue side A is flawless if you like loud, freewheelin' garage rock. i've only known the Groovies from "Shake Some Action", and i don't think this record displays any range from that first impression, but this casts them as true acolytes of the rock 'n' roll cult, not just fanboys. can you really call it revivalism if the sounds you're playing were just barely developed less than a decade ago? that's not nostalgia, that's stubbornness, which i respect just a bit more. also what a cool guitar. my dream is to find a Dan Armstrong Ampeg just hanging out in someone's garage for $200. my entire life would change if that happened.
4.3 - This album really grew into something great. First couple I was a bit apprehensive, but loved it by the end
Lots of great songs on here!
First thought upon listening…Rolling Stones. And I’ve since read that Mick thought the same. Good album. I’ll keep listening.
The original classic rock dickriding album. Buddy Holly cover in 1971 is crazy. They do it really well though. Great sound, tight band, really nice harmonies. Actually enjoyed it most of the way through.
Favorite Track: Louie Louie
## Overview of *Teenage Head* by Flamin' Groovies Released in March 1971, *Teenage Head* is the third studio album by the San Francisco rock band Flamin' Groovies. The album showcases a blend of garage rock, blues, and rock 'n' roll, characterized by its raw energy and catchy melodies. Produced by Richard Robinson, the album reflects the band's transition from their earlier sound towards a more polished yet gritty approach. ### **Lyrics** The lyrics of *Teenage Head* are notable for their youthful exuberance and social commentary. They capture the spirit of rebellion and disillusionment typical of the early '70s. - **Title Track "Teenage Head"**: This song lyrically embodies a sense of teenage angst and identity crisis, referencing contemporary issues like war and societal decay with lines such as “I’m a child of atom bombs / And rotten air and Vietnams.” This positions the song as an anthem for a generation grappling with existential threats. - **"Whiskey Woman"**: This track stands out as a power ballad that explores themes of love and longing, showcasing vulnerability amidst the album's otherwise raucous energy. - **"Doctor Boogie"**: With its humorous undertones, this song employs playful lyrics that mix domestic life with sexual innuendos, reflecting the band's knack for blending fun with deeper themes. Overall, the lyrics are infused with a blend of humor, rebellion, and poignancy, making them relatable to a wide audience. ### **Music** Musically, *Teenage Head* is marked by its energetic guitar riffs, catchy choruses, and a mix of rockabilly influences. - **Instrumentation**: The album features prominent slide guitar work and harmonica, adding a bluesy texture to the rock foundation. Songs like "32-20," which is a reinterpretation of Robert Johnson's blues classic, exemplify this blend effectively. - **Vocal Delivery**: Roy Loney's vocal style ranges from playful to intense, capturing the essence of each track's mood. His performance on "High Flyin' Baby" is particularly noteworthy for its infectious energy. - **Production Quality**: Richard Robinson's production is clean yet retains a raw edge that complements the band's garage rock roots. The clarity allows each instrument to shine without overshadowing the overall sound. ### **Themes** Thematically, *Teenage Head* explores several interconnected ideas: - **Youth Rebellion**: The album captures the essence of youthful defiance against societal norms. Tracks like "City Lights" reflect urban experiences while echoing sentiments of freedom and exploration. - **Nostalgia and Disillusionment**: Many songs convey a sense of nostalgia for simpler times while simultaneously addressing the disillusionment faced by youth in a rapidly changing world. - **Humor in Life's Struggles**: The band often employs humor to address serious topics. For instance, "Evil Hearted Ada" uses light-hearted storytelling to discuss romantic entanglements. ### **Influence** *Teenage Head* has had a lasting impact on various music genres: - **Garage Rock Revival**: The album's raw sound has influenced numerous garage rock bands that emerged in the late '90s and early 2000s. Its combination of punk energy with classic rock elements set a precedent for future musicians. - **Power Pop Movement**: Following this album, Flamin' Groovies shifted towards a more power pop-oriented sound. Their influence can be seen in bands like Big Star and later acts such as The Replacements. - **Cultural Reference**: Mick Jagger reportedly acknowledged *Teenage Head* as a superior take on blues-infused rock compared to contemporary works, highlighting its significance within rock history. ### **Pros and Cons** #### Pros - **Energetic Performances**: The album is filled with high-energy tracks that are both engaging and memorable. - **Diverse Musical Styles**: It successfully blends various genres including blues, rockabilly, and garage rock. - **Lyrical Depth**: The lyrics resonate with themes of rebellion and youth culture while maintaining an accessible charm through humor. - **Influential Sound**: Its raw production style laid groundwork for future rock movements. #### Cons - **Limited Mainstream Recognition**: Despite its quality, *Teenage Head* did not achieve significant commercial success at the time of release. - **Inconsistent Quality**: Some tracks may feel less polished compared to standout songs, leading to an uneven listening experience for some listeners. - **Niche Appeal**: The blend of styles may not appeal to all audiences, particularly those who prefer more mainstream rock sounds. ### Conclusion In summary, *Teenage Head* by Flamin' Groovies is an essential listen for fans of classic rock and those interested in the evolution of garage rock. Its combination of energetic performances, lyrical depth, and diverse musical influences makes it a standout album from the early '70s. While it may not have achieved widespread acclaim during its initial release, its legacy continues to influence musicians today. The album serves as both a snapshot of its time and a timeless expression of youthful rebellion that resonates across generations.
Those are some good grooves
I never heard of this band and really liked enjoyed them. Mad respect for choosing integrity over fame.
My life was saved by rock and roll.
Never heard of this band, a surprisingly fun and interesting album. Whiskey Woman stood out, for the rest it is more of a good listen in general, no particular highlights. Probably 3.5, but a pleasant surprise, so let's go for 4.
Ran to this whole album and it was a great experience. Loved it.
Not even a little familiar with this band. But I liked it. Heavy Stones influence, but definitely a touch of the GD in a couple tunes. Pretty simple and straight forward. Singers doesn’t have a great voice but plenty of bluesy, jangly guitars help make up for it.
An IYKYK album I hear. Groovies and the Stones started running the same race, but Groovies got forgotten. Strange how that happens... no charismatic frontman?
Like Sticky Fingers, with a few rockabilly numbers mixed in. Real good!
When I first saw this album I thought "oh, more black music stolen by white men." Which this kind of felt like but also was enjoyable. Personal Enjoyment: 4/5 Relevance to this list: 3/5
OK, very rolling stones like, not bad at all
It's fun and it rocks, the last track especially goes hard.
Solid punk blues-rock hybrid and I'm disappointed they've alluded me this long.
Garage band blues! Fun album. A new band discography for me to explore.
Dare I say this was Groovy??
Enjoyed it. Reminders of the Rolling Stones, I think.
I had never heard of this group before this 1001 album project and I'm sure glad they came up. I'm a huge fan of the Stones' Sticky Fingers which came out a month after this album and it's like you could merge both and have a perfect double album. This is really good. I liked most of the tracks on this album, but don't miss out on City Lights and Yesterday's Numbers, and the title track. Just solid rock and roll blues here. 4/5
Fun and old-timey, for me anyway.
Sounds A LOT like the Stones. The first half is like from Exile (but before the Stones recorded it). But this is one of those albums that makes this whole website worthwhile.
The best Stones album not made by the Stones
It was good to actually listen to the Flamin' Groovies, rather than only be a reference in a PWEI song. This is a dirty, dirty album. I needed a shower after listening. Sometimes raking around in rock 'n' roll filth is good for the soul. I loved the old timer covers that closed the album.
This is some fun blues rock. It's interesting that Mick Jagger compared it favorably to Sticky Fingers. I don't know that I would go that far, but it was a good time listening to it this morning 4/5
This is pretty cool. The lyrics aren’t amazing, but the playing holds up.
Of all the blues rock bands coming out of San Francisco around this time, a few good ones were bound to slip through the cracks. I feel like that's what happened with Flamin' Groovies. Not nearly as popular as some other acts from around this time, but they could easily go toe-to-toe with the best of them. This album goes on about 3 or 4 songs too long, but it's enjoyable enough that I'm not going to complain too much about that. 4/5 Highlights: Shakin' All Over Louie Louie
Album 589 of 1001 Flamin' Groovies - Teenage Head (1971) Rating : 4 / 5 Awesome album. Seems I'm not the only one to notice the Rolling Stones Feel. From Wikipedia: "Released the same year as the Rolling Stones' album Sticky Fingers, Mick Jagger reportedly noticed the similarities between the albums and thought the Flamin' Groovies did the better take on the theme of classic blues and rock 'n roll revisited in a modern context.'
This was solid. Tough call between 3 or 4, but a fun rock blues sound, good energy, and the hour length doesn't overstay its welcome
If The Rolling Stones had been raised in San Francisco and was given nothing but whiskey, an assortment of drugs and stacks upon stacks of the most rocking of rock and roll records (the kind that would find a home in the Nuggets comps) and you'd get Flamin' Groovies' Teenage Head. Similarities to the Stones aside, this is a consistently great showing that is further enhanced by the dutiful yet expansive covers tacked on towards the end of the album. Had there not been a five year break between this and the follow-up, Flamin' Groovies could very well have been one of the most prominent bands in the States but alas. Not a bad hour to spend. Favorites: High Flyin' Baby, City Lights, Yesterday's Numbers, Teenage Head, 32-20, Evil Hearted Ada, Doctor Boogie, Whiskey Woman, Shakin' All Over, That'll Be the Day, Louie Louie.
Despite the cringiest title imaginable, I kinda liked this. Some real swamp-rock-Zeppelin vibes
As it went along it got less garage-y and I liked it a bit less as that happened. Still solid overall.
Not what I expected from this album at all. It seemed a bit all over the place - lots of different sounds and vibes. I could hear other bands/performers influences in different songs I quite liked it, a very enjoyable listen! 4 ⭐️
I'm into it. 4/5
A surprisingly enjoyable listen. I say surprisingly only because I’d never heard of them and wasn’t sure what to expect. A very groovy album with a number of decent tracks even if none really stood out as head and shoulders above the rest. Seem to have borrowed from various other artists of the era but thats not a bad thing.
Favourite tracks: whiskey woman; yesterday's numbers, 32-20
Definitely done it better than the Stones
Flamin groovy baby! Never actually heard of these guys before, but great band name, great album name, and super smooth 60s style rock, which of honest I prefer to the mid 70s stuff. Will listen again.
Where did this come from! It’s behind its time, contemporaneous and somehow ahead of its time all at once. Kinda makes you wonder on the opening tracks whether they copied or just happened to be doing similar to the Stones at the same time. Then there’s harder/heavier stuff, and some other styles. The ‘Elvis one’ was entertaining. I don’t think it’s worth overanalysing this and just celebrate it as being schizophrenic and a mess, but a really enjoyable mess.
Sounds like the rolling stones, so it's pretty good.
Solid old rock/blusey album
Хороший альбом, под настроение приятно слушается
You will hear this described as power pop, retro, blues rock, and proto-punk. There's a lot of different sounds going on here but it fits together. My favorite songs were Yesterday's Numbers and Whiskey Woman. I didn't love the title track but its lyrics were something Billie Joe Armstrong would have written if he grew up in the 60s: When you see me Better turn your tail and run 'Cause I'm angry And I'll mess you up for fun I'm a child of atom bombs And rotten air and Vietnams, I'm you You are me FYI - the original album went up to Track 9 (Whiskey Woman) and everything that follows are bonus tracks from the CD release years later. The bonus tracks are covers of early 60s songs like "That'll Be the Day" and Walking the Dog... they sound GOOD.
Rockabilly, garage & blues
I looked at the album cover and thought mercy. It is all about those cowboy boots amirite? Anyway, a rockin' good time. Did I think new thoughts? No. Did I enjoy myself? Yes.
Pretty good! I liked the stuff that didn't sound so much like the Stones. Whiskey Woman was good.
This is musically very competent. I don't think I'll ever choose to listen to it again. Yes - it is better than the Stones.
Covers of songs you will recognize
British-imvasion style rock. Pretty fun
I have sadly never heard of this band. Besides the bad production quality, this is some pretty good rock and roll, reminiscent of the Rolling Stones and a bit of The Band or CCR. Did I hear the f-word in one of the songs? I will listen to this album again. Best track: Teenage Head
unexpectedly punk for a rootsy rock and roll throwback group. entirely likable for what it is.
blues based garage rock. certainly a product of its time, this was a great listen from start to finish. highlights: “high flyin’ baby” “teenage head” “evil hearted ada”
Great album.
8/10 A wonderful surprise, potentially the best rock album of the project so far. Never heard of them, but loved the irreverent genre-hopping fun. Some of this was in the same sort of area as the Stones, but more to my taste A crazy tour around American rock music from its birth to the start of the 70s. Hopping genres, styles, pastiche (32-20 is basically a mash up of Elvis and Folsom Prison Blues), and covers of rock standards. Rock, hard rock, blues, country, rockabilly, obviously a fan of what was coming out of Memphis. Raw production with an excellent live feel. Best: Louie Louie
Good album. Some really fun rock but repetitive after a while
Pretty good album. Liked the rendition of Louie, Louie and the 50's bluesy riffs. 4/5!
4.0
Fantastic on first listen!
Really solid rock n roll. It sounds pretty garage at times but surprises you with a few musically complex moments. The finale Whisky Woman is the highlight, along with a fantastic Shakin’ All Over cover from the bonus tracks.
Just a good hour of music. Would have been a good band for a college pub in the 70's. The more beer you drank the better they sounded. I think 4 stars or a B is suitable.
This is what we do it for. Really really enjoyed this. Total new discovery for me. Very excited to add this to the rotation and get more listens in. Could easily see this getting the call up to the 5 star club.
I'll have to come back for a closer listen, but in the background I really enjoyed this album. Crusty garage style production that matched the mood of the songs quite well. Across a short playtime they touch on a number of genres (blues rock, rockabilly, and some jammy atmospheres) and do good service to them all. I can see myself listening to this repeatedly. Felt like a number of songs were familiar to other artists, but unsure who came first. All in all a solid rock album 4 / 5
Always love it when I hear something I haven’t before and it turns out to be really good. I little too much filler at the end of this though.
This album was released the same year as the Stones' STICKY FINGERS and was praised by Jagger. I definitely hear the Stones sound here and one track channels Elvis in a big way. It's a fine, rockin' album, but with 4 covers it's hard to take the band seriously as more than a great bar band.
Pretty good 70s rock album overall with a perfect album closer. Very different from Shake Some Action.
Flamin' Groovies was a band that could have been described as the best bar band you may ever see. Throughout their career, the band focused on "retro" sounds. On Teenage Head, the band's third album, their songs all have the sound of the classic R&B version of rock n roll. This is a 70s take on 50s and 60s rock, and the Flamin' Groovies present a rich, interesting version of that sound. The band adds slide guitar, piano, and even a glimpse of an Elvis impersonation (at the end of "Evil Hearted Ada"), and a few covers of rock classics. This is a great collection of songs from a band that could have been more famous...
I dig this. It's got that gritty blues psych rock feel & I swore one of the songs sounded exactly like The Black Keys. I'm certain many rock bands owe a great deal to Teenage Head. It's albums like this challenge enjoyable.
nice honest r'n'r bluesy enough, doesn't fuck around, cool little treat if you're into the genre.
An early ancestor in the evolution of rock 'n' roll, the Flamin' Groovies were ahead of their time. In a time and place when psychedelic rock was proliferative, the Flamin' Groovies were paving their own way with their own variety of bluesy rock. Somewhere between rockabilly and proto-punk, their album "Teenage Head" is bright and energetic, fun and exciting. Homages to Elvis and Chuck Berry are a nice touch in this gem of an album. People who say rock isn't danceable clearly haven't heard this album before.
Lots of classic rock n roll, some early punk vibes, and rock that fit the times. A pretty great album
Blues/Garage rock. Energetic and raw, this album was just good plain ol rock and roll, of course with some blues and maybe even some proto-punk influence. Songs were straightforward and didn't really offer any mind-blowing revelations, but it was still very much enjoyable. The production was a little rough around the edges but was clear. Instrumentals were pretty simple but very effective. Vocals were fun and full of energy but I didn't notice anything crazy as far as lyrics go or even vocal delivery. Overall a very raw album that has its moments but on a first listen I didn't notice anything too special. Probably won't relisten, but there's a chance. 3.5/5
It's fine Fav songs: Yesterday numbers Teenage head 32-20 ÷}
I don't think I've ever listened to this band. Musically it's really groovy, vocally it's a little spotty. Overall it's a really good listen. I liked it better the 2nd time through. I'll probably check out the rest of their catalog. I've always enjoyed the 60's psychedelic rock scene from SF.
Well timed Easter egg! New to me band. I really enjoyed this one.
Pretty damn good rock record, great riffs and nice songs, though there are a couple near the end that I just really don't care for, but Whiskey Woman ends it strongly.
Kind of cool early 79’s rock
Nice Classic Rock Album
I really liked this one! Never heard of them but I enjoyed the album and artist radio on Spotify
Immediate take is that it sounded like the Rolling Stones. Was validated when I read the Wikipedia summary. Mick Jagger said it's a better version of Sticky fingers and I hear it. For a band and songs I've never heard of I really liked it. The album-based recommended radio that came on after was also a good listen; I like whatever this genre is.
This was a fun listen!
A strong batch of loose, countrified rock n roll, similar at times to the Rolling Stones. There are some dumb and horny lyrics and lots of excellent playing. There’s a nice mix of styles too, from the drunken cowboy swagger of “City Lights” to the hard blues of “Teenage Head” to the country folk rock of “Whiskey Woman.” There’s even a tongue-in-cheek Elvis knockoff (“Evil Hearted Ava”). I’m surprised I’ve never heard of these guys but happy to know about them now. Some fantastic bonus tracks on this one. Their version of “Louie, Louie” is awesome!
Great mix of old rock and blues.
Good I like
Great second half. Classics.
Ils ont écouté les Stones et se sont dit qu'ils pouvaient bien faire la même chose, et Sir Mick a dit qu’ils le faisaient mieux. “Have you seen my Baby” fonctionne très bien, petite ballade “Whiskey Woman” pour finir. Moins sympa quand il fait son Elvis sur “Evil hearted Ada”. Ca reste très accrocheur, souvent efficace et fort sympathique. Bien se contenter des 9 premiers titres de l’album original. Les reprises ajoutées pour remplir le CD sont souvent dispensables.
Country + ROCK + Elvis had a love child
I had fun! You also want to have fun? Put this on.
I had never heard of this group before, but I was pleasantly surprised to hear several songs that I recognized. I understand why they were so influential. Very good album.
Very Stones-esque. Also occasionally odd lyrically.
Well -these guys are fun. Love the name of the band and the album cover is super rad - so I was already excited to hear it. I get the comparison to (and praise from) the Stones, but the Groovies were still their own, unique thing. I caught some Dr. John vibes in there too. Great album.
Straight on rock and roll with a hint of rockabilly. Why have I not been listening the whole time?!?
Riding some interesting lines between blues-rock, early pop-rock, rockabilly, and even proto-punk. Firmly in "groovy" territory, without being psychedelic. It's not especially my "thing", but I can certainly appreciate it.
Great song Walking the dog while walking the dog
This was rad, San Fran band who sounded a bit like the Stones with a bit of a snotty punk rock tinge to ‘em. I really enjoyed how well they incorporated the bluesy twang into their punk garage sound, the Groovies sounded like they were genuinely having a good time and that made for a fun listen. 4 stars
This is the first time I heard of this band. It was enjoyable.
great garage rock
Americans doing Brits doing Americans doing rock n roll. 2-2-6
Favorite tracks: 32-30 & Louie Louie
That was a really cool album. Definitely bluesy and rock n roll for sure. I can see why Mick Jagger said they did a better job of that combo than the Rolling Stones did. Loved the lead singers voice, it was really cool.
3.5/5
1st listen! Blew me away! 4.5
I enjoyed the album. I never listened to them before.
Ça groove par ici
Never even heard of this band.
Some good bluesy rock and roll in the style of The Stones. Enjoyed this album, for it's punky vibe. Compares favourably to the New York Dolls. The Groovies deserve more notoriety. 4 stars
Was unfamiliar with this. Would like to return to it, like a countrified Stones.
Wonderful guitar playing, but felt a little bit long the album
really enjoyable
Good!
Great late 60's blue-based rock like the Rolling Stones in the same era.
Pretty cool early garage rock album. Even the Elvis-rocking 'Evil Hearted Ada' works quite well!
totally fun album. Good option to put on in the background with people over
Some mighty fine dirty, garagey, bluesy rock from the Groovies that are still refreshing to hear so many years later. Raw sound, with lots of grooving and boogieing, works best for the band and though not all the songs are great, there are many that deserve extra play. Speaking of "extra", the bonus tracks on the CD version contain energetic covers of some classic songs that are within the Groovies wheelhouse, very nice treat! A fine record!
This is a pretty cool album. It is a bit too long, but these guys really, really hit their stride in the second half of the album. It honestly might have been a 5 star album from about track 7 on. The guitar solos in particular are noticeably awesome. The Rolling Stones comparison is very apparent throughout the album. I also hear a little bit of The Doors in there, but almost like a diet version of them. Favorite tracks: Shakin' All Over, Scratch my Back
This sounds like it was recorded in a greasy school garage. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. Hearing so many inspirations in different tracks: The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Elvis, Chuck Barry. Some tracks are definitely more listenable than others, but there are some real solid songs here.
Honestly just full of, well, Groovy songs, some ditties I'm saving for later for sure Stand out songs: - Whiskey Woman - Louie Louie
Hadn’t heard of this band and was going to say they sound just like a more focused garage rock band the Stones, then read Mick Jagger's comments! Good rock n roll blues. File with Creedence, Stones, Sonics and Black Monks.
Man, these guys are the perfect connection between blues and punk… definitely see Johnny Thunders getting inspiration from these songs to write New York Dolls material. Great finding!
That’s a fun record to put on.