Everly Brothers, The

INCLUDES 2 BONUS TRACKS

This quintessential Waxtime edition presents The Everly Brothers’ complete sixth album, Both Sides of an Evening. Originally released by Warner Bros.in September 1961, it is one of the duo’s finest hidden treasures. The LP showcases the brothers’ extensive range and expertise, and is an excellent way to explore their talents. In some ways, Both Sides of an Evening was the duo’s most ambitious and mature record to date. It influenced everyone from Simon and Garfunkel to The Hollies. Most of the first side worked beautifully – their version of “Muskrat” was given a shimmering Bo Diddley-style “shave and a haircut” beat, while the duo put a fresh (and unexpected rock) spin on “My Mammy”, which had been a big hit for Al Jolson in the thirties. In addition to the original masterpiece, this collector’s edition also contains 4 bonus tracks, including splendid singles from the same period, such as the enchanting “I’m Not Angry,” the soulful “Crying in the Rain,” the rocking beat of “Temptation,” and the joyful “It’s Been Nice”.

DON & PHIL EVERLY, vocals & guitar, plus:

Chet Atkins, Hank “Sugarfoot” Garland (e-g), Ray Edenton, Sammy Pruett (g),
Floyd T. “Lightnin’” Chance (b), Marvin Hughes (p), “Buddy” Harman Jr. (d),
Lou Busch (perc).

RCA Victor Studios, Nashville, Tennessee, between May 30 and June 1, 1961.

(*) BONUS TRACKS:

SIDE ONE [8] & [9], and SIDE TWO [8]:
Don & Phil Everly (voc & g), Chet Atkins, Hank “Sugarfoot” Garland (e-g),
Luther Brandon (g), Floyd T. “Lightnin’” Chance (b), Floyd Cramer (p),
“Buddy” Harman Jr. (d).

RCA Victor Studios, Nashville, Tennessee, between September 1960 & November 1961

SIDE TWO [9]:
Don & Phil Everly (voc & g). Other personnel unknown.
Note: Don Everly performs here using the pseudonym “Adrian Kimberly.”
Recorded in Hollywood, California, May 3, 1961.

SIDE ONE / FOR DANCING

01. MY MAMMY
02. MUSKRAT
03. MY GAL SAL
04. MY GRANDFATHER’S CLOCK
05. BULLY OF THE TOWN
06. CHLOE
07. MENTION MY NAME IN SHEBOYGAN
08. I’M NOT ANGRY (*)
09. CRYING IN THE RAIN (*)

SIDE TWO / FOR DREAMING

01. HI-LILI, HI-LO
02. THE WAYWARD WIND
03. DON’T BLAME ME
04. NOW IS THE HOUR
05. LITTLE OLD LADY
06. WHEN I GROW TOO OLD TO DREAM
07. LOVE IS WHERE YOU FIND IT
08. TEMPTATION (*)
09. IT’S BEEN NICE (GOODNIGHT) (*)

(*) BONUS TRACKS