The Ventures- The Fabulous Ventures

DSCN4647This was $1.00 I believe.  Who would pass up a Ventures’ album, especially, a 1960’s one?MI0003425497

I have said a few harsh words about some of the later era Ventures’ albums I have posted, but this, my friends, is a excellent Ventures’ record. It was what I believe was their 15th record, released in 1964.  They were releasing three records a year at that point.  This was also on the heels of The Ventures in Space, which pioneered Space Rock.  Some of that influence is on these tracks as well. Back to this album, it has them doing what they do best, guitar driven surf rock based on their own material and instrumental standards.  There are also a few pop hits covered for good measure.  Highlights include” Journey to The Stars”, “Walkin’ With Pluto”, “Fugitive”, “The Cruel Sea”, “Runnin’ Wild”, and “Eleventh Hour”.  The album also includes covers of “Needles and Pins” and the theme to Pink Panther although I feel these are not as strong as the other tracks.DSCN4648 (800x800)

For samples, I had much to choose from but narrowed it down to “Runnin’ Wild” and “The Cruel Sea”.ventures-shadows-intro-a01

Top Rated Record.  This makes up for the par and sub-par Ventures’ albums I have posted in the past.

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