It may be 2016 and things are nearing the end, but it's not too late for musical discovery. Living proof is in my recent uncovering of this rare garage 45 by the Possums. This is of course a reproduction, as I lack the funds to harness an original if it were to ever go up for sale. And while we are on the topic let's face it; Rare 60's garage records are now 50 years old and coming across original copies in good condition is slim and none. I'm all about reissues if the quality is good and this one indeed IS.
'She's Loving Me' is an upbeat number featuring prominent compact organ, clanging tambourine, frantic teenage vocals, and TWO guitar breaks. Absolutely killer and begs for repeated listens. The subject is convinced his baby loves him though it is clearly a bout of mania. This side can be found in the Teenage Shutdown series, VOL 2.
The flipside 'King In His World' is on the moodier side of the spectrum, though not as downtrodden as some. Leaving all girl trouble aside our subject here is the misunderstood type; long hair, tight fit, etc. Someday he will be understood, but until then 'he's a king in his world'. Found on the stellar 'Shutdown '66' comp, also covered by contemporary garage hero Paul Messis.
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