P.P Arnold - The Immediate Sessions - Charly LP

P.P.Arnold - The Immediate Sessions - Charly LP

This is a brand new album from Charly Records ,celebrating 60 years of Immediate Records and showcasing the talents of P.P.Arnold ,by way of a series of never released demos ,studio alternative and stereo mixes .

The album opens with a great version of the oft recorded “ Piece Of My Heart “ a superb version .Next is a demo version of the wonderful “ Angel Of The Morning “ which doesn’t differ too much from the issued take .” Little Girl” is a really nice ballad ,followed by an alternate version of “ If You See What I Mean “ which was the flip side of “ The Time Has Come “ on a 45 .Side A ends with “ Baby ,You’ve Got A Good Thing Going “ ,a really good demo with organ backing and loud femme chorus .

Side two opens with the classic “Everything’s Gonna Be Alright “ a stereo remix which really showcases the song to great effect in a way I’ve never previously heard .”Is This What I Get For Loving You “ is an alternate version ,first recorded by The Ronettes and included on P.P. ‘s “The First Cut “ album .A duet with Rod Stewart follows “ Come Home ,Baby “ originally issued by Wilson Pickett .This is excellent ,in a stereo remix form .” Letting Go Of A Beautiful Thing “ is a demo also known as “ Sweet Thoughts “ ,an excellent Motownesque dancer .” How Does It Feel To Be Lonely “ finds Ms Arnold in a heavy ,psychedelic mood ,for me the weakest track .This fine album ends with a duet version of “ ( If You Think You’re ) Groovy “ with The Small Faces .

Mention should be given to the stunning front cover ,and also the back cover with the track details and photos of the master tape boxes ,excellent stuff !!

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