Name: Feelin’ Better – Anthology 1963-1969
Brand: The Swinging Blue Jeans

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CRJAM010T

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Limited edition

Release date

2022-07-22

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Cherry Red (ADA)

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5013929431034

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3 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

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The Swinging Blue Jeans

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Classic

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Strawberry

Strawberry was a renowned mastering and lacquer cutting studio based in London, UK. Established in May 1978 and operating until 1983, it was founded by Eric Graham and Graham Gouldman of the iconic band 10cc. The studio was a brainchild of their manager Ric Dixon, along with Melvyn Abrahams and David Moores as managing directors. Designed by Tom Hidley, Strawberry boasted state-of-the-art facilities and became one of the most highly regarded mastering studios in the UK.

At Strawberry, records were cut using top-notch equipment including the Neumann VMS 70 lathe with Ortofon CPS cutting control unit and Ortofon cutter head. The expertise of talented engineers like Julian Mills, Melvyn Abrahams, Sean Davies, Steve Rooke, and Jack Adams contributed to the studio's exceptional sound quality. Their dedication ensured that Strawberry stood out as a go-to destination for artists seeking superior mastering services.

In addition to its main name, Strawberry also appeared on releases as "Strawberry Mastering Lounge." It is important not to confuse this label with other studios such as Strawberry Studios South in Dorking or Strawberry Studios France in Hérouville. With its rich history spanning from 1978 to 1983, Strawberry remains an influential player in the music industry during its prime years.

Meticulously curated box sets featuring exceptional audio quality, stunning visuals, and exclusive bonus content. Explore genres, eras, and artists to find the perfect addition to your collection.

Box Sets

Three CD anthology containing every song recorded by Merseybeat group, The Swinging Blue Jeans between 1963 and 1969. Including the classic hit singles ‘Hippy Hippy Shake’ (UK #2), ‘Good Golly Miss Molly’ (UK #11), ‘You’re No Good’ (UK #3), ‘Don’t Make Me Over’ (UK #31) and ‘It’s Too Late Now’ (UK #30). Also featured is their 1965 single ‘Ready Teddy’ coupled with ‘Lovey Dovey’ that was originally only issued in Finland and Norway.

Plus their sole UK album Blue Jeans A’ Swinging (1964) in full in both mono and stereo versions and all of the tracks from their rare 1966 Canadian only LP Don’t Make Me Over, believed to have been withdrawn soon after release. These tracks include versions of The Beatles’ ‘This Boy’, The Lovin’ Spoonful’s ‘Do You Believe In Magic’ and soul man Rufus Thomas’ ‘Jump Back’.

With notes including a new interview with original vocalist and lead guitarist Ray Ennis.

The Swinging Blue Jeans had a residency at Liverpool’s legendary Cavern Club where The Beatles once appeared as their guests and, like the Fab Four, they cut their teeth playing Hamburg’s The Star-Club. The huge success of their 1963 single ‘Hippy Hippy Shake’ made The Swinging Blue Jeans stars in the UK, Canada, Scandinavia, Germany, Australia and the USA.

Terry Sylvester from The Escorts joined The Swinging Blue Jeans in early 1966, appearing on singles, ‘Sandy’, ‘Rumours, Gossip, Words Untrue’ and ‘What Have They Done To Hazel’ and the Canadian album, ‘Don’t Make Me Over’, before leaving to replace Graham Nash in The Hollies in 1968. Singers Madeline Bell and Kiki Dee guest on the 1967 single ‘Tremblin’’.