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Old 12-13-2007, 09:22 AM   #49 (permalink)
teshadoh
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Originally Posted by Urban Hatemonger View Post
Well they were more known as a singles band than an albums band however Village Green Preservation Society is a work of genius , and has just been re released as a triple album with loads of extras on it.That should be the first thing you get.

Also try & get hold of The Kink Kontroversy , after those 2 you really only have to bother with the singles.
Don't forget 'Arthur (Or the Decline and Fall of the British Empire)' - that is a flawless album too featuring my favorite Kinks song 'Victoria'.

My warning would to be wary of their 70's collections. Sure, it includes some radio friendly tunes like Lola & Superman - but it takes a very particular person to appreciate it (I sure can't). Their music ranges from vaudeville to arena rock & is punctuated by Ray Davies completely taking over the band as Dave Davies is sidelined.
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