The Outsiders Album 2
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Album #2 – also known as The Outsiders Album #2 or simply #2 – is the second studio album
by the Outsiders
.
in September 1966 in both monaural
and stereophonic editions (catalogue numbers T 2568 and ST 2568, respectively).
Although never released individually as a CD, the band's first two albums were reissued on Liberty Bell as a "two-fer" CD, along with bonus tracks (catalogue number PCD 4365).
. Other than "My Girl", the tracks on their first album all fit solidly into the rock
category, while this is true of only a minority of the tracks on this album. Only one of the band's many singles is included, their second biggest seller "Respectable". Also known as "(She's So) Respectable" and "Respectable (What Kind of Girl Is This)", this song was written and released as a single by the Isley Brothers
in 1959; though not a hit at that time, the song became more prominent when it was included on the Yardbirds
' debut album, Five Live Yardbirds
(1964). Its flip side, "Lost in My World" is an original song by the band (written by Tom King
and Chet Kelley) and is a different song from the flip side of the 1970 single that was issued in the name the Outsiders and later re-credited to Climax
.
The "B" sides of the Outsiders last two singles on Capitol
– which were not released until late 1967 and 1968 – are also included on this album. "I Will Love You
" was co-written by Shelby Flint
, who included it on her first album in 1961; it was also a minor 1963 hit for Richard Chamberlain
. "Oh How it Hurts" is a different song from the title song and first single from Barbara Mason
's 1968 album.
Though not so well known as their earlier Number One hit "My Girl", "Since I Lost My Baby
" was a Top 20 pop hit and a Top 5 R&B hit for the Temptations
in mid-1965. The Tommy James and the Shondells version of "Hanky Panky" became a Number One hit in July 1966, shortly before the release of this album; when originally released by the Raindrops
, it was a very different song with a slower and more sensual beat. Cool Jerk
– which is, incidentally, one of the few covers recorded by the Go-Go's
– was a popular pop and R&B hit that was released by the Capitols
in July 1966, again within weeks of the release of this album.
Another cover, "(Just Like) Romeo and Juliet" was a 1964 hit by the Reflections
; another version of the song by Michael and the Messengers
was included on the original Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era, 1965-1968
compilation album
. One of the lesser known covers on the album, "Wine Wine Wine" was written in 1962 by The Nightcaps; a version that was recorded by Bobby Fuller
several years before his smash hit "I Fought the Law" was included on Pebbles, Volume 2
.
– Sonny Geraci
's band after the Outsiders broke up – although "Think I'm Falling" was first released under the name the Outsiders before Tom King won the rights to the band name in a lawsuit. "Rock and Roll Heaven" went on to be a major hit song by the Righteous Brothers
, but not until 1974.
in the same order as on that LP, followed by the tracks on this album in the same order, then these bonus tracks (30 tracks in all):
Studio album
A studio album is an album made up of tracks recorded in the controlled environment of a recording studio. A studio album contains newly written and recorded or previously unreleased or remixed material, distinguishing itself from a compilation or reissue album of previously recorded material, or...
by the Outsiders
The Outsiders (American band)
The Outsiders was an American rock and roll band from Cleveland, Ohio, that was founded and led by guitarist Tom King. The band is best known for its Top 5 hit "Time Won't Let Me" in early 1966, which peaked at #5 in the US, but the band had three other hit singles in 1966 and released a total of...
.
Release data
The album was released in the LP format on CapitolCapitol Records
Capitol Records is a major United States based record label, formerly located in Los Angeles, but operating in New York City as part of Capitol Music Group. Its former headquarters building, the Capitol Tower, is a major landmark near the corner of Hollywood and Vine...
in September 1966 in both monaural
Monaural
Monaural or monophonic sound reproduction is single-channel. Typically there is only one microphone, one loudspeaker, or channels are fed from a common signal path...
and stereophonic editions (catalogue numbers T 2568 and ST 2568, respectively).
Although never released individually as a CD, the band's first two albums were reissued on Liberty Bell as a "two-fer" CD, along with bonus tracks (catalogue number PCD 4365).
Original LP
This LP is more of a "blue eyed soul" album than Time Won't Let MeTime Won't Let Me (album)
Time Won't Let Me is the first studio album by the Outsiders. It was named after the band's early 1966 break-out single, "Time Won't Let Me".-Release data:...
. Other than "My Girl", the tracks on their first album all fit solidly into the rock
Rock and roll
Rock and roll is a genre of popular music that originated and evolved in the United States during the late 1940s and early 1950s, primarily from a combination of African American blues, country, jazz, and gospel music...
category, while this is true of only a minority of the tracks on this album. Only one of the band's many singles is included, their second biggest seller "Respectable". Also known as "(She's So) Respectable" and "Respectable (What Kind of Girl Is This)", this song was written and released as a single by the Isley Brothers
The Isley Brothers
The Isley Brothers are a highly influential, successful and long-running American music group consisting of different line-ups of six brothers, and a brother-in-law, Chris Jasper...
in 1959; though not a hit at that time, the song became more prominent when it was included on the Yardbirds
The Yardbirds
- Current :* Chris Dreja - rhythm guitar, backing vocals * Jim McCarty - drums, backing vocals * Ben King - lead guitar * David Smale - bass, backing vocals...
' debut album, Five Live Yardbirds
Five Live Yardbirds
Five Live Yardbirds is the live debut album by English blues rock band The Yardbirds, released in the United Kingdom in December 1964 by Columbia Records...
(1964). Its flip side, "Lost in My World" is an original song by the band (written by Tom King
Tom King (musician)
Thomas R. King was an American songwriter, guitarist, and arranger. He founded the 1960s rock band The Outsiders, and co-wrote the band's biggest hit song, "Time Won't Let Me".-Life and career:...
and Chet Kelley) and is a different song from the flip side of the 1970 single that was issued in the name the Outsiders and later re-credited to Climax
Climax (band)
Climax was an American band formed in 1970 in Los Angeles, California, most noted for their 1971-1972 hit song "Precious and Few," which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and #1 on Cashbox magazine's Top 100 singles chart...
.
The "B" sides of the Outsiders last two singles on Capitol
Capitol Records
Capitol Records is a major United States based record label, formerly located in Los Angeles, but operating in New York City as part of Capitol Music Group. Its former headquarters building, the Capitol Tower, is a major landmark near the corner of Hollywood and Vine...
– which were not released until late 1967 and 1968 – are also included on this album. "I Will Love You
I Will Love You
"I Will Love You" is the name of a song written by Shelby Flint and Barry DeVorzon. Flint recorded it as a track on her eponymous debut album in 1961.In 1962, The Lettermen released their version of the song on their album Jim, Tony, and Bob....
" was co-written by Shelby Flint
Shelby Flint
Shelby Flint is a singer who had two top-100 hits, "Angel on My Shoulder" in 1961 and "Cast Your Fate to the Wind" in 1966....
, who included it on her first album in 1961; it was also a minor 1963 hit for Richard Chamberlain
Richard Chamberlain
George Richard Chamberlain is an American actor of stage and screen who became a teen idol in the title role of the television show Dr. Kildare .-Early life:...
. "Oh How it Hurts" is a different song from the title song and first single from Barbara Mason
Barbara Mason
Barbara Mason is an American R&B/soul singer best known for her 1965 hit song, "Yes, I'm Ready".-Career:A soul singer, Mason initially focused on songwriting when she entered the music industry in her teens...
's 1968 album.
Though not so well known as their earlier Number One hit "My Girl", "Since I Lost My Baby
Since I Lost My Baby
"Since I Lost My Baby" is a 1965 hit single recorded by The Temptations for the Motown Records' Gordy label. Written by Miracles members Smokey Robinson and Pete Moore and produced by Robinson, the song was a top 20 pop single on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, on which it peaked at...
" was a Top 20 pop hit and a Top 5 R&B hit for the Temptations
The Temptations
The Temptations is an American vocal group having achieved fame as one of the most successful acts to record for Motown Records. The group's repertoire has included, at various times during its five-decade career, R&B, doo-wop, funk, disco, soul, and adult contemporary music.Formed in Detroit,...
in mid-1965. The Tommy James and the Shondells version of "Hanky Panky" became a Number One hit in July 1966, shortly before the release of this album; when originally released by the Raindrops
The Raindrops
The Raindrops were an American pop group from New York, associated with the Brill Building style of 1960s pop. The group existed from 1963 to 1965 and consisted of Ellie Greenwich and Jeff Barry, both of whom worked as writer/producers for numerous other acts before, during and after their tenure...
, it was a very different song with a slower and more sensual beat. Cool Jerk
Cool Jerk
"Cool Jerk" is a popular song written by Donald Storball and originally performed by The Capitols. Released in 1966, it reached the number two position on the American R&B chart and number seven on the pop chart...
– which is, incidentally, one of the few covers recorded by the Go-Go's
The Go-Go's
The Go-Go’s are an all-female American rock band formed in 1978. They made history as the first all-female band that both wrote their own songs and played their own instruments to top the Billboard album charts....
– was a popular pop and R&B hit that was released by the Capitols
The Capitols
The Capitols were a Detroit, Michigan-based soul trio widely known in the late 1960s for their Billboard hit single "Cool Jerk".-Formation and Disbandment:...
in July 1966, again within weeks of the release of this album.
Another cover, "(Just Like) Romeo and Juliet" was a 1964 hit by the Reflections
The Reflections
The Reflections was the name of a number of musical groups.Perhaps the best known were a blue-eyed soul/doo-wop group from Detroit, Michigan. They had one hit single in 1964 called " Romeo and Juliet", written by Bob Hamilton and Freddie Gorman. The song was produced by Rob Reeco on Golden World...
; another version of the song by Michael and the Messengers
Michael and the Messengers
Michael and the Messengers was an attempt to take advantage of the popularity of the group "The Messengers". Originally formed in Minnesota as a high school band, they were re-formed in Milwaukee at Marquette University by the original bass player, Greg Jeresek...
was included on the original Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era, 1965-1968
Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era, 1965-1968
Nuggets: Original Artyfacts from the First Psychedelic Era is a compilation album of American garage rock singles released in the mid- to late 1960s. It was assembled by Jac Holzman, founder of Elektra Records, and Lenny Kaye, later lead guitarist for the Patti Smith Group...
compilation album
Compilation album
A compilation album is an album featuring tracks from one or more performers, often culled from a variety of sources The tracks are usually collected according to a common characteristic, such as popularity, genre, source or subject matter...
. One of the lesser known covers on the album, "Wine Wine Wine" was written in 1962 by The Nightcaps; a version that was recorded by Bobby Fuller
Bobby Fuller
Robert Gaston "Bobby" Fuller was an American rock singer, songwriter, and guitar player best known for his singles "I Fought the Law" and "Love's Made a Fool of You," recorded with his mid-1960s group, the Bobby Fuller Four....
several years before his smash hit "I Fought the Law" was included on Pebbles, Volume 2
Pebbles, Volume 2
Pebbles, Volume 2 is a compilation album in the Pebbles series that has been issued in both LP and CD formats. Another Pebbles, Volume 2 was issued on CD a few years earlier by ESD Records and has almost completely different tracks.-Release data:...
.
CD Bonus Tracks
The first six bonus tracks are the sides from the last four singles by the band other than the two "B" sides that are included on Album #2; these songs are not included on any of the band's 1960s albums. The last two bonus tracks are alternate versions of two songs that are actually by ClimaxClimax (band)
Climax was an American band formed in 1970 in Los Angeles, California, most noted for their 1971-1972 hit song "Precious and Few," which peaked at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and #1 on Cashbox magazine's Top 100 singles chart...
– Sonny Geraci
Sonny Geraci
Sonny Geraci is an American musician and singer, best known as the former lead singer of musical groups The Outsiders and Climax.Geraci first became known as the original lead vocalist with The Outsiders, a band from Cleveland, Ohio...
's band after the Outsiders broke up – although "Think I'm Falling" was first released under the name the Outsiders before Tom King won the rights to the band name in a lawsuit. "Rock and Roll Heaven" went on to be a major hit song by the Righteous Brothers
The Righteous Brothers
The Righteous Brothers were the musical duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. They recorded from 1963 through 1975, and continued to perform until Hatfield's death in 2003...
, but not until 1974.
Personnel
- Tom King, rhythm guitar, tenor saxophone, vocals, arranger
- Sonny Geraci, lead vocals
- Mert Madsen, bass guitar
- Al Austin, lead guitar
- Ronnie HarkaiRonald HarkaiRonald Harkai , often known by the nickname Ronnie, is a musician best known as the drummer on the top-five single “Time Won’t Let Me,” by Cleveland-based rock band The Outsiders....
, drums - Jimmy Fox, drums
- Chet Kelley, songwriter
- Mike Geraci, saxophone
- Evan Vanguard, horns
- Tommy Baker, horns and strings arrangements
Side 1
- "(Just Like) Romeo and Juliet"
- "Lost in My World"
- "Since I Lost My BabySince I Lost My Baby"Since I Lost My Baby" is a 1965 hit single recorded by The Temptations for the Motown Records' Gordy label. Written by Miracles members Smokey Robinson and Pete Moore and produced by Robinson, the song was a top 20 pop single on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, on which it peaked at...
" - "Cool JerkCool Jerk"Cool Jerk" is a popular song written by Donald Storball and originally performed by The Capitols. Released in 1966, it reached the number two position on the American R&B chart and number seven on the pop chart...
" - "Oh How it Hurts"
- "I Will Love YouI Will Love You"I Will Love You" is the name of a song written by Shelby Flint and Barry DeVorzon. Flint recorded it as a track on her eponymous debut album in 1961.In 1962, The Lettermen released their version of the song on their album Jim, Tony, and Bob....
"
Side 2
- "Respectable"
- "Hanky Panky"
- "Lonely Man"
- "Wine Wine Wine"
- "Backwards, Upside Down"
Bonus tracks
When released by Liberty Bell, the CD included the tracks on Time Won't Let MeTime Won't Let Me (album)
Time Won't Let Me is the first studio album by the Outsiders. It was named after the band's early 1966 break-out single, "Time Won't Let Me".-Release data:...
in the same order as on that LP, followed by the tracks on this album in the same order, then these bonus tracks (30 tracks in all):
- "Gotta Leave Us Alone"
- "I Just Can't See You Anymore"
- "I'll See You in the Summertime"
- "And Now You Want My Sympathy"
- "Little Bit of Lovin'"
- "We Ain't Gonna Make It"
- "Think I'm Falling", group version
- "Rock and Roll Heaven", alternate version