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The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society

The Kinks Are the Village Green Preservation Society

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  • Released Date: 26 Oct 2018

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Ah, The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society, an album so British it practically comes with a cup of tea and a crumpet. This charming little record oozes nostalgia like a leaky teapot, transporting you back to a time when the village green was as sacred as the Queen's corgis.

Ray Davies' songwriting is as cheeky as a chav on a lads' holiday, with witty lyrics that paint a vivid picture of quintessentially English characters and settings. From the whimsical "Do You Remember Walter?" to the bittersweet "Picture Book," each track is a miniature masterpiece that captures the essence of a bygone era.

The instrumentation on this album is like a Sunday roast with all the trimmings - lush strings, jangly guitars, and jaunty horns that give the songs an extra layer of depth and texture. It's like being wrapped in a warm blanket made of melody and harmony.

And let's not forget the vocal harmonies, which are tighter than a bowler's grip on a cricket ball. Ray and Dave Davies' voices blend together like strawberries and cream at Wimbledon, creating a sound that is both timeless and uniquely British.

In conclusion, The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society is a delightful romp through a bygone era, full of whimsy, wit, and musical prowess. It's a true classic that deserves a spot in every music lover's collection. So grab a cuppa, put on your best tweed jacket, and give it a spin - you won't be disappointed.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. The Village Green Preservation Society


Disc: 2
1. The Village Green Preservation Society


Disc: 1
2. Do You Remember Walter


Disc: 2
2. Do You Remember Walter


Disc: 1
3. Picture Book


Disc: 2
3. Picture Book


Disc: 1
4. Johnny Thunder


Disc: 2
4. Johnny Thunder


Disc: 1
5. Last of the Steam-powered Trains


Disc: 2
5. Last of the Steam Powered Trains


Disc: 1
6. Big Sky


Disc: 2
6. Big Sky


Disc: 1
7. Sitting By the Riverside


Disc: 2
7. Sitting By the Riverside


Disc: 1
8. Animal Farm


Disc: 2
8. Animal Farm


Disc: 1
9. Village Green


Disc: 2
9. Village Green


Disc: 1
10. Starstruck


Disc: 2
10. Starstruck


Disc: 1
11. Phenomenal Cat


Disc: 2
11. Phenomenal Cat


Disc: 1
12. All of My Friends Were There


Disc: 2
12. All of My Friends Were There


Disc: 1
13. Wicked Annabella


Disc: 2
13. Wicked Annabella


Disc: 1
14. Monica


Disc: 2
14. Monica


Disc: 1
15. People Take Pictures of Each Other


Disc: 2
15. People Take Pictures of Each Other


Disc: 1
16. Days (Mono Single Mix)
17. She's Got Everything (Original Stereo Mix)
18. Mr. Songbird (Original Stereo Mix)
19. Wonderboy (Mono Single Mix)
20. Polly (Original Stereo Mix)
21. Berkeley Mews (Stereo Mix)
22. Rosemary Rose (Stereo Mix)
23. Misty Water (Original Stereo Mix)
24. Till Death Us Do Part (Mono Mix)


Disc: 2
16. Lavender Hill (Mono Mix)
17. Rosemary Rose (Mono Mix)
18. Pictures in the Sand (Mono Mix)
19. Where Did My Springs Go? (Mono Mix)
20. When I Turn Off the Living Room Light (Mono Mix)
21. Did You See His Name? (Original Stereo Mix)
22. Time Song (Monitor Mix - Stereo)
23. The Village Green Preservation Society (Preservation Version - Stereo Mix)
24. Picture Book/People Take Pictures of Each Other (Preservation Version - Stereo Mix)
25. Village Green Overture (Preservation Version - Stereo Mix)

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About the artist

The Kinks

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