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ar only those records best suited for commercial use are reviewed by Cash Box pf IlliiOii uc te tY Pick of the Pick of the Week cl Week tl LADY FRIEND (2:30) [Tickson, BMI—Crosby] b: THE WORLD WE KNEW (OVER AND OVER) (2:42) ir [Roosevelt, BMI—Kaempfert, Rehbein, Sigman] [Tickson, BMI—McGuinn, Hillman] B OLD JOHN ROBERTSON (1:50) S( YOU ARE THERE (3:25) [Sergeant, ASCAP—Sukman, Webster] BYRDS (Columbia 44230)

FRANK SINATRA (Reprise 0610) The brief trumpet and guitar break on “Lady Friend” is almost reason enough for deejays to hop on the newie from ; but the deck Without resorting to psychedelics, Frank Sinatra takes listeners on S also exciting instrumental work with snappy vocals to make it another trip through the inner mind with this introspective ballad pack- crams a a hot item. Look for this side to take wing. Backing on the single is ing the solid vocal expressiveness and styling that have kept the chanter I provided folk narrative tune with spinning possibilities. on top despite changes in pop music. Beautiful melody and a vibrant by a s arrangement leave nothing to be desired on this smash outing. Theme ii from Sinatra’s new movie is the coupler. C THE GREAT BANANA HOAX (2:57) [Newcomer, BMI—Lowe, Tulin] C < IT’S THE LITTLE THINGS (2:50) [Chris Marc-Cotillion, BMI—Bono] WIND UP TOYS (2:27) [Newcomer, BMI— Lowe, Tulin] J SONNY & CHER (Atco 6507) ELECTRIC PRUNES (Reprise 0607) I Demand created by exposure of this tune as the flip of a previous S&C Relying on electronic effects more as auxiliary aid than gimmickry, the outing has indicated a ready-made market for “It’s The Little Things.” Electric Prunes have come up with another psych-rock outing that Heavy emotion stirring ork sounds and mighty fine singing from the carries a strong sales attraction. The group’s fine singing and instru- duo go a long way in putting down a job that will spark bright things mental showing make for plenty of spins and should go a long way on for the track. the pop mart. Softened traveling on the coupler.

1 HEROES AND VILLIANS (3:35) [Sea of Tunes, BMI—Wilson, Parks] < (YOUR LOVE KEEPS LIFTING ME) HIGHER AND HIGHER (2:49) YOU’RE WELCOME (1:17) [Sea of Tunes, BMI—Wilson] [Jalynne & BRC, BMI—Jackson, Smith] BEACH BOYS (Brother 1001) JACKIE WILSON (Brunswick 78021) Debuting their new Capitoil distribed banner, the Beach Boys should “Higher And Higher” not only tabs the newest outing from Jackie have no problem in launching it with a smash via this creatively de- Wilson, but it also describes the flight of this deck in sales terms. Big livered conglomeration of sounds that run the gamut from amusement showings can be expected across the country on the pop front from this park hooplah to barbershop harmony. Lyrics that pose some interesting belting session that sets the artist in his best light. Plenty of solid ork questions should arouse further interest. Quick little welcome parade on support to keep the tempo hopping. Big item. the lid.

GROOVIN’ (2:40) [Slacsar, BMI Cavaliere, Brigati] YOU’RE MY EVERYTHING (2:59) — [Jobete, BMI—Whitfield, Penzabene, Grant] SLIM JENKIN’S PLACE (2:25) [East, BMI Dunn, Cropper, Jones, Jackson] I’VE BEEN GOOD TO YOU (2:59) [Jobete, BMI—Robinson] — T. M.G.’S (Stax 224) TEMPTATIONS (Gordy 7063) BOOKER & Gobs of r&b action can well be expected from this groovy instrumental Keeping in the groove that has created a stellar hit string for them- rendering of the Little Rascals’ hit “Groovin’ ” as served up by the estab- selves, the Temptations come out with another ballad side that is built lished Booker T and the M.G.’s. Funky organ showing bursts into a with big things in mind. “You’re My Everything” has brilliant blues hefty jazz reading of the smash. Big spinning action can also be in vocal w'ork plus an arrangement by Norm Whitfield that puts shine store for the solid pounding blues offering on the flip side. on the already gleaming deck. Slow track on the coupler.

A LITTLE BIT NOW (2:38) HUFF PUFF (2:07) [4-Star, Popcorn, Cord, BMI—Pipkin] [Travis & Rittenhouse, BMI—Ragavoy, Marshall] MICKY DOLENZ (Challenge 59372) YOU DON’T PLAY ME AROUND (2:12) [Branston, BMI—Clark, Smith] Micky Dolenz, famed as a member of the phenomenal Monkees, here strikes out on his own and offers a rousing, funky rock stand tabbed DAVE CLARK FIVE (Epic 10209) “Huff Puff.” The side has a real infectious sound, a combination of Micky’s solid voice and strong instrumental backing, and could easily Back in the big beat groove, the Dave Clark Five can be expected to prove to be a hot seller. No information available on the flip side at this crack the rock charts wide open with this blast of a session. Plenty of time. shattering work, wailing vocals and a dance beat that doesn’t quit will be going a long way in carrying the DCV toward the top. Off-beat ballad with a touch of jazz sax makes up the coupler. CONTACT (2:41) [Chardon, BMI—Gordon, Bonner] WHERE YOU ARE (2:08) [Chardon, BMI—Fox, Sheppard] JILL (2:10) [Chardon, BMI—Bonner, Gordon] TEDDY NEELEY (Capitol 5967) NEW IN TOWN (2:21) [Chardon, BMI—Perles, Lerman, Sheppard] Stepping out on a single session, Teddy Neeley puts out a big vocal GARY LEWIS & PLAYBOYS (Liberty 55985) sound that goes nicely with the heavy arrangements that set a slow Look for “Jill” to rake in the jack for Gary Lewis and the Playboys. drive feeling to his “Contact” side. A little exposure could set this deck Consistent member of the best seller club, the soldier should find no on the right track and along the road to acclaim. Downcast tone and slacking lyrics on the big side, but a delightful samba coupler. off in sales due to lack of PA’s; the deck will move via sound , alone. Catchy slow building ballad with beautiful arrangement. Beach Boys-ish group work on both the top and faster flip sides. GINA (2:54) [Screen Gems-Columbia, BMI—Linzer, Randell] SAN FRANCISCAN NIGHTS (3:11) ESCAPE (2:27) [Rambed, BMI—Christie, Herbert] [Sealark & Slamina, BMI—Burdon, Briggs, Weider, Jenkins, McCulloch] LOU CHRISTIE (Columbia 44240) GOOD TIMES (2:59) [Sealark & Slamina, BMI—Burdon, Briggs, Weider, Jenkins, McCulloch] Easy lilting ballad for “Gina” should put Lou Christie back in the picture on the best seller lists. The tune is a changing pace brightie with ERIC BURDON & ANIMALS (MGM 13769) colorful vocalizing a la the Four Seasons felsetto style. A little exposure will be enough to start this deck on a skyrocketing path. Flip is a cute Offering a departure from their regular style, Eric Burdon and the jazzy ballad with good music capabilities. Animals head out on a slower ambling pace through this tour of the love Mecca. Those familiar with San Francisco, and all the “in” followers who gobble up everything related to the spot will probably turn this side into a hit. Pretty guitar work behind the easy-going vocal. Throb- Newcomer Picks bing blues with big sales impact on the back.

SMALL TOWN, BRING DOWN (2:37) A WOxMAN’S HANDS (3:23) [Tree, BMI—Tex] [Kama Sutra, BMI—Poncia, Andreoli] C.C. RIDER (2:27) [Tree, BMI—Tex] HELANIA (3:13) [Kama Sutra, BMI—Bruno]

JOE TEX (Dial 4061) TONY BRUNO (Buddah 7)

Well received throughout the r&b locales, Joe Tex has a newie laid Nothing but bright things lie ahead for this outstanding melancholy down in his familiar talk-and-chant style which should sell I up a storm, -outpouring from Tony Bruno. Coming on with a vocal sound somewhere ii Moving in a slow shuffling rhythm, the ballad expresses loving apprecia- between Tom Jones and Ray Charles, the belter shows up with a de- tion. With its showing practically assured on the blues charts, I look for livery from the gut. Builds to a blasting finale that assures cash in the I a pop reaction to follow. Flip is a catchy reworking of the classic. coming. Soft self-penned ballad on the coupler.

20 Cash Box—July 29, 1967 k