St. James Infirmary / Little Girl
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Johnny Kendall and The Heralds brought a beat-group interpretation to the classic blues standard 'St. James Infirmary' on this 1964 RCA Victor release. The band wraps this venerable tune in energetic rock and roll arrangements, giving it a contemporary 60s feel while respecting the song's dark, mournful character. The flip side 'Little Girl' is a more straightforward rock and roll number showing the group's versatility. This single captures the moment when British beat groups were enthusiastically reinterpreting blues and RandB standards through a rock lens. The instrumentation is tight and driving, with guitars pushing the rhythm forward. It's a fascinating document of how 1960s bands bridged traditional material with modern rock energy, blending reverence with contemporary spirit.
Item Details+
| Genre | Rock, Pop |
| Style | Beat |
| Media | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Sleeve | Very Good Plus (VG+) |
| Description | Small punchout hole top corner sleeve and small number 96 below. Carefully packed andamp; shipped with love from Vienna. Order more, save on shipping! |
| Label | RCA Victor |
| Year | 1964 |
| Country | Germany |
| Format | 7" |
Tracklist+
A. St. James Infirmary 1:50
B. Little Girl 3:15
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