Publication: Disc and Music Echo
Date: July 9, 1966
Pages: 17
Content type: Front cover
Headlines/Articles:
- Beatles in Japan: "World exclusive story from the only British writer on tour with them!" โ teaser for a major feature inside
- Dave Dee's Fave Raves โ teased on the cover banner directing readers to page 2
- Scott in the new 'Hot Seat' โ teaser directing to page 16
- Dusty reviews new singles โ teaser directing to page 15
- Kinks tremendous new album โ teaser directing to page 11
Advertisements:
- None
Photos/Images:
- Large colour photograph of Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich posed against a mosaic tile background, wearing colourful mod clothing typical of 1966
- Small inset black-and-white portrait photo of a Beatle (appears to be Ringo Starr) accompanying the Beatles in Japan headline
Notes:
- Full title is "Disc and Music Echo", dated July 9, 1966, priced 9d (UK) / 25c (USA)
- The cover group (Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich) links to the "Take Five" feature on page 2
Content type: News / Feature articles
Headlines/Articles:
- SCENE (gossip column): Short news items covering โ Dave Dee and Co. opening a new Carnaby branch in Bristol; Tony Hicks playing a different instrument on the next Hollies record; Samantha Juste's views on TV fashion; David Garrick looking for a Liverpool backing group; Manfred Mann considering a military bass drum; Scott Walker giving away his Mini-moke; Lovin' Spoonful's new single "Summer In The City" featuring unusual sound effects (motor cycle, car horns, sledgehammer); novelist Colin Spence contacting the Dave Dee group for a pop book; Moody Blues claiming their next single is in the style of "Go Now"; Herman's reaction to Penny Valentine's review calling him "indecently innocent"; Ruth Hindman's obsession with painting Yardbird Jeff Beck; the Animals' TV film about Auschwitz concentration camp; "Ready, Steady Go" winning a Dutch Golden Arrow award; Tony Windsor's secret passion for ballet; Brian Epstein predicting Billy J's next single will be a top ten hit; Graham Nash (Hollies) and Mama Cass Elliott as songwriting partners; Ronan O'Rahilly's visit to the Big L ship causing Tony Blackburn to hide; Dusty receiving a telegram from Andrew Oldham congratulating her on "Goin' Back"; the Shadows' missed appearance on Top of the Pops due to arriving late from Pinewood
- Spencer Cuts Down Dates: The Spencer Davis Group announce they are drastically cutting their live appearances while simultaneously beginning work on their first full-length comedy film "The Ghost Goes Gear", which starts shooting on Tuesday. The film co-stars Nicholas Parsons and will feature four or five new songs. Spencer quotes: "The public can see too much of you โ we've decided to cool it a bit"
- Take Five! Dave Dee: 'Dusty is so slow and dreamy': Dave Dee selects his five favourite records โ Dean Martin's "Come Running Back"; Elvis Presley's "Girl Of My Best Friend"; Dusty Springfield's "I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself"; James Brown's "It's A Man's Man's Man's World"; and an LP by Del Shannon
- Judy: Marriage Won't Stop Me Singing!: Bruce Woodley of the Seekers has a solo single "Red Rubber Ball" out in America; his singing partner Judith Durham is recovering from an operation and is staying in London
Advertisements:
- The Whisky A'Go Go presents The Orlons (Thurs July 14 & Fri July 15) and Clarence 'Frogman' Henry (Monday July 18), 33/37 Wardour Street W.1, GER 7676
Photos/Images:
- Large portrait photo of Spencer Davis (smiling, half-page)
- Small photos of Judith Durham (captioned "I'd like to sing for the rest of my life") and Bruce Woodley (captioned "The songs come in fits and starts")
Notes:
- Page number 2 clearly visible top left; "Disc and Music Echo โ July 9, 1966" in header
- The "Take Five" feature is cross-referenced on the front cover as "Dave Dee's fave raves"
Content type: Charts / Hit Talk column
Headlines/Articles:
- Top 50 Chart โ full singles chart. Top 10: 1. Sunny Afternoon (Kinks, Pye); 2. Paperback Writer (Beatles, Parlophone); 3. Nobody Needs Your Love (Gene Pitney, Stateside); 4. Bus Stop (Hollies, Parlophone); 5. Strangers In The Night (Frank Sinatra, Reprise); 6. River Deep, Mountain High (Ike and Tina Turner, London); 7. Getaway (Georgie Fame, Columbia); 8. Hideaway (Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich, Fontana); 9. Monday Monday (Mamas and Papas, RCA); 10. Don't Answer Me (Cilla Black, Parlophone). Chart continues through to No. 50
- Zooming Up The Chart! โ highlighting fastest climbers: Hollies (No. 4), Georgie Fame (No. 7), Petula Clark (No. 12), Los Bravos (No. 19)
- Hit Talk by Hollie Tony โ column by Tony (Hicks or Sylvester) of the Hollies, commenting on current chart entries including Gene Pitney, James Brown, Ike and Tina Turner, Georgie Fame, Petula Clark, Fortunes, Los Bravos, Manfred Mann and Herman
- Top Ten LPs: 1. Sound of Music (Soundtrack, RCA); 2. Aftermath (Rolling Stones, Decca); 3. If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears (Mamas and Papas, RCA); 4. Small Faces (Small Faces, Decca); 5. The Mamas and the Papas (Columbia); 6. Strangers In The Night (Frank Sinatra, Reprise); 7. Cilla Sings A Rainbow (Cilla Black, Parlophone); 8. Animalisms (Animals, Decca); 9. Dave, Dee, Etc. (Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich, Fontana); 10. Pet Sounds (Beach Boys, Capitol)
- American Top Twenty โ US chart including Beatles' "Paperback Writer" at No. 1, Cyrille & Garfunkel's "Red Rubber Ball" at No. 2, "Strangers In The Night" (Sinatra) at No. 3
Advertisements:
- Brenda Lee โ "Bye Bye Blues" new album on Brunswick (STA 8649 / LAT 8649, 12" stereo or mono LP), with album cover image
- Lovin' Spoonful โ "Summer In The City" new single on Kama Sutra (KAS 200), with group photos; also lists LPs "Daydream" and "Do You Believe In Magic" and EP "Did You Ever Have To Make Up Your Mind"
Photos/Images:
- Small portrait inset photo of a chart artist at top left of the Top 50 section (appears to be The Kinks' Ray Davies as chart-topper)
- Four small portrait photos in the "Zooming Up The Chart!" section: Hollies, Georgie Fame (or Petula Clark), Petula Clark, Los Bravos
- Group photo of the Lovin' Spoonful in the advertisement at the bottom of the page
Notes:
- Page number 3 visible top right; "Disc and Music Echo โ July 9, 1966" in header
- Silver Disc awarded to records with 250,000 British sales (indicated with a bullet symbol on the chart)
- Triangle symbol denotes "This week's TOP 50 Zoomers"
- "Next Week: David Garrick" teased in the Zooming Up section
Content type: News
Headlines/Articles:
- Dramatic role for Gary (Stars in the Newsโ1): Gary Leeds of the Walker Brothers is to play a dramatic role in the group's first film. The Walker Brothers are also set to return to Germany for a short tour in September, appearing on a Horst Jankowski TV special.
- Now the Troggs Join Walkers Tour: The Troggs will make five special appearances on the Walker Brothers' British August tour, playing at Rochester Odeon, Hull ABC, Cambridge ABC, Lewisham Odeon, and Wolverhampton Odeon.
- Dave Clark in stage row: Dave Clark had a confrontation with an American disc jockey at a Phoenix, Arizona performance; the radio station later apologised. The Arizona tour has cost the group over ยฃ2,500 in equipment damage.
- PET up to 12 โ new TV series: Petula Clark is to headline her own TV show, up to 12 episodes; Britain's the Cryin' Shames will also appear. The group plays five days from July 21 at Pye Beach, then Camet Plage, followed by a tour of Irish ballrooms.
- Herman holiday: Herman's Hermits are in America until September 9, then have a short holiday before returning for further US dates in August.
- Merseys record new single: The Merseys go into the studio next week to record a new single, due in about six weeks.
- Wayne Fontana: Australia LP: Wayne Fontana may make a 14-day Australian tour in September or October; his first solo LP "Wayne One" is set for September release.
- Cilla unmasks Batman Eddie!: Cilla Black unmasked mystery Batman Adam Faith at Blackpool's swinging annual Dress Night; other celebrities attending included the Bachelors, Billy J. Kramer, Dakotas, The Berries, Val Doonican, Mark Winter, and Marty Wilde.
- Spencer's new LP: Spencer Davis's next album is due in September; it will include "Somebody Help Me" and a jointly written Stevie Winwood/Jackie Edwards song "When I Come Home."
- Filming: Spencer Davis group starts shooting their film "The Ghost Goes Gear" (co-starring Nicholas Parsons) on Tuesday; Walker Brothers, Troggs, Simon and Garfunkel, Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich, Paul and Barry Ryan, and the Fortunes are all on holiday and unavailable during this period.
- Jack Hammer: Short biographical piece on Jack Hammer, man who wrote "Great Balls of Fire" and "High School Confidential" for Jerry Lee Lewis; currently in London to release his own record "Thanks" and an LP "Brand New World" on the Shel Talmy label.
- Small Faces 'pirate' trek: The Small Faces begin a two-week nationwide package tour with Crispian St. Peters, Neil Christian, the Koobas, Limeys, and possibly Percy Sledge starting August 12. The tour follows a proposed American trip being postponed to September; US tour details include dates at Birmingham Odeon, Sheffield Gaumont, Glasgow Odeon, Finsbury Park Astoria, Newcastle Odeon, Liverpool Odeon, Manchester Odeon, Cardiff Capitol, Exeter Odeon, and Southampton Gaumont.
Advertisements:
- Full-page bottom ad: The Creation, "Making Time" on Planet (PLF 116), described as "Already charging up the National charts." Agency: Arthur Howes Ltd.; Management: Tony Stratton-Smith.
Photos/Images:
- Portrait photo of Gary Leeds (Walker Brothers), captioned "GARYโpotential straight actor."
- Group photo of The Rockin' Berries (misattributed in the caption to "Bicycling Bachelorsโat Blackpool").
Notes:
- "Countdown" gig guide runs down the right-hand column listing UK venue appearances by day (Thursday through Wednesday) for artists including Georgie Fame, Chris Farlowe, Dave Dee/Dozy/Beaky/Mick and Tich, Small Faces, Merseys, Yardbirds, Troggs, WHO, Wayne Fontana, Manfred Mann, Ready Steady Go, Five O'Clock Club, Searchers, and others.
Content type: News
Headlines/Articles:
- Beatles OK film script (Stars in the Newsโ2): The Beatles have at last found a script for their third film; shooting will probably begin around January 1967. The script is based around a comedy and is being worked on by two of the boys; Dick Lester is expected to direct, as with the previous two films.
- Pet does LP of big hits: Petula Clark and husband Claude Wolff return to France on Saturday; her new LP "I Couldn't Live Without Your Love" is released July 15, featuring hits including "Homeward Bound," "Groovy Kind of Love," and "Elusive Butterfly."
- Yardbirds Away Till December: Ex-Yardbird Paul Samwell Smith goes into recording studios this week to cut the backing tracks for his first non-Yardbird production. The Yardbirds will spend most of the rest of 1966 touring Britain and America.
- Crispian St. Peters records new single: Crispian St. Peters records his new single "I Give You Love" next Tuesday, an American composition chosen over one of his own and a Graham Nash composition; no release date yet fixed.
- Penny on 'Jury': Disc and Music Echo's Penny Valentine, whose record reviews are widely praised by pop stars, now goes on the open "Juke Box Jury" panel on July 23. Other jury members include Paul Jones, Brian Matthew, and Katie Boyle.
- Los Bravos back for autumn tour: Spanish group Los Bravos' hit "Black Is Black" has been rush-released in America; the group returns to Britain on September 12 for a nationwide tour. Several package shows are being considered.
- Elvis Day โ July 30: 3,000 Elvis fans expected to converge on Brussels for the second Annual Convention of the International Elvis Presley Appreciation Society; DJ Peter Aldersley will chair it.
- Ike and Tina here for four weeks: Ike and Tina Turner may come to Britain for four weeks in August to appear in seaside concerts with the Walker Brothers, though their management are not keen unless "River Deep, Mountain High" is simultaneously released.
- Film man Donovan: Donovan has turned film producer; he brought back a special half-hour TV show from his Scandinavian tour, to be shown in Britain and probably also sold to Australian TV. He has formed a company, Donovan Enterprises, and sold the film to CBS TV in America.
- Australian League: The Ivy League tour Australia and the Far East from November 2 for 16 days, following their tour of Sweden and appearances at the Olympia Theatre Paris.
- Nancy Sinatra LP: Nancy Sinatra has recorded her recent British visit for a September LP release on Reprise Records.
- Billy J. Kramer new single: Billy J. Kramer releases his new single on July 22, "You Make Me Feel Like Someone"; it is an American composition.
Advertisements:
- Large display ad for The Rockin' Berries (and "Midnight Mary"), with managers Maurice King and Barry Clayman (Capable Management Ltd) and music publisher Bourne Music, in association with The Grade Organisation.
- Right-hand column full-length display ad: Paul and Barry Ryan โ "I love how you love me" on Decca.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Mike Kogel, German singer with Los Bravos, being mobbed by English fans at Manchester's Oasis Club, captioned as Los Bravos making their first English appearance.
Notes:
- Disc and Music Echo masthead printed in full on this page, listing: Editor Ray Coleman, Deputy Editor Laurie Henshaw, News Editor Mike Ledgerwood, Editorial Penny Valentine/Bob Farmer/Hugh Nolan/Richard Lennox, Photographer Peter Stuart, Advertisement Manager Alan Donaldson. Address: 161 Fleet Street, London EC4. Phone: FLEET STREET 5011.
- Stop Press at bottom: Walkers are set for concerts at Bournemouth Gaumont (August 11โ13) and Southport Odeon (18โ20) with Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich also likely to be on the bill.
Content type: News
Headlines/Articles:
- Panto Kinks! 'Chance to change completely'โRay (Stars in the Newsโ3): The Kinks may make their pantomime debut at Christmas following the success of "Sunny Afternoon." Ray Davies says the song is a turning point for the Kinks' career and they may now contemplate things like Christmas pantomimes. The Kinks start a four-day tour of Ireland the next day (Friday), play Barcelona (16), Majorca (17), and a Scottish tour (20โ24).
- 'Sunny Afternoon' is top!: Confirmation that "Sunny Afternoon" by the Kinks is the current chart-topper โ their fourth No. 1 in Disc and Music Echo. Previous No. 1s include "All Day and All of the Night," "You Really Got Me," and "Tired of Waiting for You."
- Sinatra not to record: Frank Sinatra is not set to record in London this month; rumours of an album with Pye recording manager Tony Hatch were officially denied on Monday by Harold Davison. Sinatra arrives in Britain to work on his new film "The Naked Runner."
- Price joins Fame-Farlowe tour: The Alan Price Set will probably tour Britain for two weeks in October; the new single "Hi-Lilli, Hi-Lo" is out that Friday. They are almost certain additions to a tour featuring Georgie Fame and Chris Farlowe. A big American name is also being negotiated. Fame also goes to Germany for four days Thursday, appears at Hamburg's Star Club on July 15โ16 and on TV in Frankfurt.
- Background Creation: Creation provide the background music for a special BBC documentary on young people to be shown on "Monitor." The group appears on "Now" (11) and "Action" (18).
- Hollies to do LP for US: The Hollies record a special LP for American release only from August 1; they left three weeks ago for a holiday return and will appear at Morecambe's Central Pier on July 31โAugust 7.
- Dave goes Dutch again: Dave Berry returns to Holland for three days of TV and concert appearances in August; appearances at Blackpool North Pier (10), Bristol Locarno (14), Wolverhampton Civic Hall (15), and Blackpool North Pier again (17).
- Jane's man's group (David Garrick): David Garrick has signed his new backing group โ the Ivies, appearing together for the first time that Friday at the Seven Club, Shrewsbury.
- Stop Press โ Moody Blues: New member of Moody Blues is Rod Clarke (21), from South London's Les Garcons; he replaces Clint Warwick who leaves for personal reasons.
Advertisements:
- New LP ad (top left): "Battle of the Bulge" original motion picture soundtrack, New Philharmonia Orchestra conducted by Benjamin Frankel โ Warner Brothers W 1617.
- New Singles column listing: Marcello Minerbi "Manuel Benitez El Cordobes" (Durium), Bo Diddley "We're Gonna Get Married" (Chess), T.V. and the Tribesmen "Barefootin'" (Pye Int.), The Mojo Men "Hanky Panky" (Reprise), Kenny Bernard "Nothing Can Change This Love" (Pye 7N 17131), Barbara Ruskin "The Light of Love" (Piccadilly 7N 35328), Michel Polnareff "La Poupee Qui Fait Non" (Vogue).
- New EP: Lisa Shane "Funny Girl" (Pye NEP 24257).
- Quarter-page display ad (bottom right): Black Gin Bessenrood โ "trendy, smart, different," made by Dutch distillers Cooymans.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Kinks Ray Davies and Dave Davies, captioned "KINKS Ray and Dave โ four chart-toppers."
- Photo of Petula Clark and husband Claude Wolff at London's Soho Record Centre, captioned under "Pet Picks the Pops!" โ Petula autographing copies of "I Couldn't Live Without Your Love," which has reached No. 12 in the chart.
Notes:
- "Pet Picks the Pops!" sidebar confirms Petula Clark's "I Couldn't Live Without Your Love" is at No. 12 in the charts this week.
- The page banner "Sunny Afternoon is top!" refers to the current Disc and Music Echo chart.
- Multiple short news items in a column include: Billy Fury's new single "Give Me Your Word," Troggs receiving Radio London airplay, Chris Farlowe on "Beat on the Light," Georgie Fame on "Beat on the Light," David Frost's Sunday show, a Spencer Davis Group trip to Brussels, the Fortunes on "Joe Loss Show," Alan Price Set and Chris Farlowe at the World Cup Ball at Mayfair Hotel Newcastle on July 24, Bachelors and Val Doonican beat the Irish to a 5-3 golf victory over the English at Blackpool, Birds signing with the Who's Reaction label (first single "Good Times"), and Matt Monro's first Hollywood-made LP "This Is the Life" due September 16.
Content type: Feature articles / News
Headlines/Articles:
- "Pop Parents: We don't all dig Doddy, say Mamas and Papas" (quiz by Richard Lennox): A feature in which parents around the country are quizzed on their pop record-buying habits. Contrary to the expectation that Frank Sinatra and Ken Dodd chart success is down to "mums and dads", many parents reveal they actually prefer the Beatles and younger groups.
- "Mr & Mrs DYNAMITE! โ Ike & Tina Turner": Profile of the husband-and-wife duo, noting their current record "River Deep, Mountain High" has swept through the hit parade at extraordinary speed (making DJs and artists alike go "heels over head in ecstasy"). Producer Phil Spector is credited, and plans are announced to bring the couple to Britain next month.
- "Trendsetting TROGGS from way out West": Feature exploring how the Troggs โ described as "way-out" rural West Country/Wiltshire lads โ have become the new trendsetters, challenging the expectation that only mod Merseybeat groups lead fashion. Their new single "Wild Thing" is highlighted.
- "Sweden swings says Georgie Fame": Short news item about Georgie Fame's tour of Scandinavia; describes being grounded by fog, rushing to catch a flight, performing to 3,000 people in the open air in Gothenburg, and a gig at Battersea Park.
Advertisements:
- None notable on this page beyond small text promotions embedded in the Ike & Tina feature.
Photos/Images:
- Large studio portrait of Ike and Tina Turner (captioned "Ike / Tina / Mr & Mrs DYNAMITE!")
- Small photo of "DODDY" (Ken Dodd)
- Small portrait of Frank Sinatra
- Small inset photo labelled "SINATRA"
- Small portrait photo of Georgie Fame
- A Troggs band photo (small, bottom right)
Notes:
- Page header reads "Disc and Music EchoโJuly 9, 1966" and page number 7.
- The Pop Parents quiz includes quotes from several named readers across Britain (Mrs Thelma Oliver, Mrs Muriel McGookin, Mrs Ada Mackay, Mrs Emily O'Dwyer, Mrs Basil Andrews, Mrs Rea Weider, Mrs Betty Maude, Judy).
- The Georgie Fame item includes an "Open-air show" sub-section and a "'No-girls' rule" anecdote about hotel porter policies.
Content type: Feature articles / Advertisements
Headlines/Articles:
- "From Lulu โ With Love": Profile/interview centred on Sidney Poitier during filming of "To Sir, With Love" at Pinewood Studios. Poitier discusses the film, his co-stars (Lulu, Adrienne Posta, Judy Geeson, Christian Roberts), and his approach to acting. Quotes from Poitier about Lulu: "IT'S STRANGE BECAUSE WHEN I WAS AT SCHOOL THREE YEARS AGO I HATED IT AND JUST WANTED TO LEAVE... IT MAY BE BECAUSE I'VE GOT SIDNEY POITIER FOR A TEACHER!"
- "Tension at the Top" (by Bob Farmer): Major feature examining internal tensions in leading British groups. Opens with the rumoured break-up of The Animals (Pete Townshend and Keith Moon alleged to be involved in a "barney"; Fortunes' Glen Dale quit over a policy dispute; Yardbirds bid goodbye to Paul Samwell Smith). The Who's internal tensions between Wayne (Pete Townshend) and Spencer (Roger Daltrey) are explored at length, with quotes from Ray Davies, who compares group dynamics to being "on a precipice."
- "Bachelors' guide to the 'in' scene": The Bachelors (Dec and John) explain their concept of the London "in" crowd โ hippy types who affect drinking whisky and Coke. They argue that the truly "in" people are club-owners and top showbiz management who control access, and that the "in" crowd wouldn't even let itself be bounced out of production.
Advertisements:
- Decca Records full-strip ad featuring: Alan Price Set โ "Hi-lili, hi-lo" (F 12442); Marianne Faithfull โ "Counting" (F 12443); Paul & Barry Ryan โ "I love how you love me" (F 12445); Winston G โ "Cloud nine" (F 12444); The Banner Family โ "That old freight train" (F 12440); The Storytellers โ "Let's get back on the love scene" (F 12439)
- Small "JUST RELEASED โ 45 rpm record" Decca panel with Roger Miller "Hitch hiker" (RCA 1528) and The New Society "(I prithee) Do not ask for reasons" (RCA 1527)
- "Junior Pa[rtners]" advert partially visible (bottom right)
Photos/Images:
- Large photo of Sidney Poitier on set, in casual clothes with chain-link handbag reference in text
- Photos of The Who members Spencer (Roger Daltrey) and Wayne (Pete Townshend), labelled with first names
- Small inset photo of "TROGG" (Troggs band member)
- Portrait of The Bachelors (Bicycling Bachelors at Blackpool reference visible in OCR)
Notes:
- Page header reads "Disc and Music EchoโJuly 9, 1966" and page number 8.
- The Tension article introduces a sub-item: "Slanging matches" โ gossip about groups falling out on the way up in Britain.
- The Bachelors article contains "SCREAMING" sub-section about London club culture.
Content type: Major feature article / Advertisements / Continuation
Headlines/Articles:
- "beatles in tokyo" (Disc and Music Echo exclusive by Len Johnson โ described as "the only reporter travelling with the BEATLES to Japan"): Full-page exclusive report on the Beatles' Tokyo visit. The Japanese text headline reads "ๆฌๅฝใซๅฟใใๆฅใฎๆ
่กใงใใ" (trans. "What a very busy day's journey it was") and "ๆฑไบฌใงใฎใใผใใซใบ" (trans. "The Beatles in Tokyo"). The piece reports: the Beatles played their biggest-ever one-day audience (over 100,000 across two shows at the Nippon Budokan on Monday July 4), beating their previous record of 60,000 at New York's Shea Stadium (August 1965). They flew in from Manila (via 135 mph Typhoon Kit) in blue-red Japan Airlines "Happy Coat" uniforms, accompanied by 600 journalists and TV cameramen. The Budokan was chosen as venue by minority seen as "too sacred" for a pop show. Security involved 2,500 police plus 35,000 precision-drilled military-looking grey-clad cops. The returning Cadillac convoy from the Hilton Hotel to the venue was lined with Japanese lanterns. John Lennon bought an ivory shop antique snuff box for ยฃ50; Paul McCartney and road manager Malcolm Evans's gifts included a Japanese chess set, diamond-shaped sunshades, and traditional Japanese brush-paintings. A press conference had only one English-language questioner; answers (re: haircuts, future plans) were relayed through an interpreter. The Beatles' fan club president (50-year-old Tetsusaburo Shimoyama) was presented with four of the latest transistor radios and the Beatles repaid the compliment by presenting him with their own full-set brush painting.
- Continuation of "Tension at the Top" (left column, carrying over from page 8): Further coverage of the Small Faces, with rumours of their split โ noting that Hank, Brian and John's partnership seems strained; Steve Marriott wanting to move on to "creative producing side"; and Tony Meehan upstaged by the touring roster.
Advertisements:
- Jimmy Beaumont โ "You got too much going for you" (London HLZ 10059)
- Billy Walker โ "A million and one" (London HLU 10060)
- Brenda Lee โ "Ain't gonna cry no more" (Vocalion 05963)
- Ricky Nelson โ "You just can't quit" (Brunswick 05964)
Photos/Images:
- Multiple photos of the Beatles in Tokyo: close-up portraits of individual members (Paul McCartney prominent), group shots at the Budokan
- Inset photo of the Small Faces (top-left continuation column), captioned "SMALL FACES"
Notes:
- Page header reads "Disc and Music EchoโJuly 9, 1966" and page number 9.
- The Tokyo piece is a significant scoop โ Len Johnson is described as the sole British reporter accompanying the tour.
- The Beatles' Manila incident is referenced briefly (they left the Philippines on Tuesday morning).
- The Japanese press conference anecdote includes a question to Ringo: "What will YOU do?" โ to which Ringo replied: "What will YOU do?"
Content type: Feature article / TV column / Subscription ad / Pen pals ad
Headlines/Articles:
- "ELVIS in that OLD ROUTINE" by Richard Lennox (Films section): A critical review of Elvis Presley's upcoming film Paradise โ Hawaiian Style (Paramount, release July 29). The article argues it follows the same tired formula as all his previous films โ same hairstyle, same unoriginal film name (Rick Richards!), same old songs, even the location is a retake of Blue Hawaii.
- "DAVE on a gear rave!": A fashion feature on Dave Berry's distinctive stage look. He spends up to ยฃ500 a year on clothes, which are French-designed by Ger Carris. Multiple captioned shots show individual garments: a black brushed nylon zip-up jacket with gold cuffs; a white nylon shirt with large roll collar; a black, grey and white-striped battle jacket from Harry Fenton; a small pink, white and grey check shirt by Esquire of Glasgow.
- "TOP OF THE POPS" (TV section): A behind-the-scenes look at the show from the control room. Mentions Gene Pitney, The Kinks, Dave Dee, Georgie Fame and the Hollies as top-spot contenders. Notes Chris Farlowe will never be a proper pop star due to the wrong image; Dusty says "Goin' Back" is her most adult song; Roy Orbison says "It's Never Be a Number One."
- "NOT ONLYโฆ BUT ALSO" (TV section): Coverage of Dudley Moore and Peter Cook's satirical show, which targeted Thunderbirds. Praises the segment featuring Marian Montgomery's singing.
Advertisements:
- "Make a Date with Disc and Music Echo" โ subscription coupon, bottom left.
- "Make New Friends!" โ pen-pals ad for Correspondence Club Hermes, Berlin (150 photos free).
Photos/Images:
- Large photo of Elvis Presley (head and shoulders).
- Film stills from Paradise โ Hawaiian Style showing Elvis with cast.
- Four captioned fashion photos of Dave Berry in various outfits.
- Small photo of Chris Farlowe.
Notes:
- Page header reads Disc and Music Echo โ July 9, 1966.
- The Films and TV columns share the page with the Dave Berry fashion feature in a distinctive multi-column layout.
Content type: Columns / News / Advertisements (Bargain Basement)
Headlines/Articles:
- "Hold Tight! It's the Davies Report": Ray Davies of The Kinks writes a self-deprecating column, riffing on his public image as a moody, modest bachelor. He quotes press descriptions of himself and discusses songs from The Kinks' albums ("Michelle," "Lady Jane," "Face To Face," "Rosie Won't You Please Come Home," "Dandy," "Most Exclusive Residence For Sale," "Sunny Afternoon").
- "Beatles LP artist joins Manfred": Klaus Voorman, 23-year-old German artist who created the Revolver LP cover artwork and designed press materials for the Epstein artists, is joining Manfred Mann as bass guitarist, replacing Jack Bruce. He has split from Paddy, Klaus and Gibson. Quote from Klaus: "It's marvellous to be with the Manfreds."
Advertisements:
- Large "BARGAIN BASEMENT" advertisement spread across the centre of the page, including:
- Bell Music BELL REPLAY accordion (ยฃ16.10)
- Lewis Leathers luxury leather wear range (Regal, Elite, Continental styles)
- "Trend Setter" hipster bell bottoms, two-tone (38/6, hip sizes 34โ42)
- "Get Smart!" private detective badge kit (16/6)
- Replica Colt .45 revolver (52/6)
- Grow Man Grow height-increase device (30/-; "Ladies too!")
- Pop-Pics tape record library from Jack Jones Electronics Ltd., Nash House, Worcester (4/9d per week)
- "Automatic Pens" offer from Disc and Music Echo (club-branded pens)
- Suntex rubber swimsuit ad
- "It's TROLLific!" โ DAM Troll figures (19/6d), Troll Pencils (3/-)
- Modern Man Carnaby Street free fashion catalogue
- "A Lovely Bosom Is a Woman's Rightful Possession" โ Jane Scott mail-order item
- "Pirate Signal Booster" for Luxembourg/Caroline (39/6, Dernwood Radio, Ferndown, Dorset)
Photos/Images:
- Small photo of Ray Davies with caption: "We grafted awayโฆ"
- Small photo of Klaus Voorman with caption: "It's way onโฆ"
Notes:
- The Bargain Basement is described as a fortnightly feature (w/e July 23); write to Advertisement Manager or phone FLE 3011 ext. 275.
- Klaus Voorman's connection to the Beatles' Revolver album (cover art) is highlighted as a key credential.
Content type: LP Reviews / Feature article / Classified advertisements
Headlines/Articles:
- "Mindbenders hit that 'different' sound!": Feature on The Mindbenders' debut album without Wayne Fontana (The Mindbenders, Fontana TL 5324). The article praises the band โ Bob Lang, Ric Rothwell and Eric Stewart โ for producing a thoughtful, danceable LP with strong original material. Track listing given.
- "NEW LPs by RAY COLEMAN" โ LP reviews column, including:
- Barry Sadler โ debut LP (Ballad of The Green Berets, RCA Victor): described as "repulsive."
- Alan Haven โ Live At Annie's Room (Fontana): praised as an "unwieldy instrument come alive," with tracks "What's New," "The One I Love," etc.
- MGM Swingin' Set soundtrack: Dave Clark Five, Animals, Stan Getz and Astrud Gilberto. Mixed verdict.
- Gilberto / Jimmy Smith Trio / Standells / Freddie Bell / Roberta Linn (various): only Gilberto's tracks ("Ipanema," "Sweet Rain") praised.
- Al Martino โ Spanish Eyes (Capitol): "reliable ballad singer," mentions "The White Rose of Athens," "The End Of The World."
- Connie Francis โ Jealous Heart (MGM): "whines too much."
- "Groups ARE in! โ CHRIS": Article about Chris Curtis (formerly of The Searchers), now working as a talent spotter and A&R man for Pye and RCA. He has three groups under his wings in Liverpool: Fix the Rigg and two others. He has also recorded a solo single, "Aggravation," and may join the Manfreds as a replacement. Quote: "I hadn't planned to sing โ but Tito Burns asked me to give it a try."
Advertisements:
- Large Classified Advertisements section occupying the lower half of the page, with categories: Personal, Fan Clubs, Musical Services, Engagements Wanted, Tape Recorders, Records Wanted, Records for Sale, Records (exchange), Musicians Wanted, Sound Equipment. Includes standard classified rates box and insertion form.
Photos/Images:
- Row of six circular portrait photos at top, captioned with one-word verdicts: Mindbender Ric โ Inspired; Barry Sadler โ Repulsive; Dave Clark โ Film LP; Astrud Gilberto โ Shines; Al Martino โ Reliable; Connie Francis โ Whines.
- Small photo of "Animal Eric" with caption: "group sounds a bit laboured."
- Small photo of Chris Curtis.
Notes:
- Classified ad section contains fan club listings for Beatles, Cilla Black, Animals, Billy J. Kramer, Gerry & the Pacemakers, Moody Blues, Cliff Bennett & the Rebel Rousers, and others.
- "Musicians Wanted" ads include a call for nine musicians to back a well-known recording artist (instruments: mellotron, organ, electric lead/rhythm guitar, tenor sax, baritone sax, trumpets and drums) โ ring Paul Dainty, MUS 5877.
Content type: Letters / Reader features / Crossword / Ads
Headlines/Articles:
- "Cillaโa fine singer despite her accent": Opinion piece responding to Disc's Blackpool review of Cilla Black. Defends her Merseyside accent, arguing her personality and talent more than compensate. Multiple reader letters quoted, including praise from V.K. Gibbs and M. Murray.
- "Help pirate fight": Call to readers to send signatures for a petition to present to PMG Wedgwood-Benn urging legalisation of pirate radio stations. Contributors include Terry Dawson and Celia Trichard.
- "Petition": Ann Williamson of Beeston Notts reports collecting signatures for pirate legalisation.
- "Best or worst?": Reader (A. Seymour) praises Beatles' "Paperback Writer" as the corniest and best record they have made.
- "Great sound": SUE WATSON praises the Beach Boys LP "Pet Sounds."
- "LP of the year?": CRAWFORD HUNT, Glasgow nominates Beach Boys' "Pet Sounds" as LP of the year.
- "You gave me...": KEITH GOODWIN (publicity agent for Vince Hill) writes that the Fortunes and Manfred Mann released "You Gave Me Somebody To Love" simultaneously; notes it is included on Manfred's LP "Heartaches."
- "...somebody to love": Brief note for Fortune fans about the competing releases.
- "Last Words": Reader letters column โ comments on Cliff Richard, Mickey Mouse comparisons, Tom Jones' nose, "Paperback Writer," John's show business connections.
- "Pop Post": Column featuring reader opinions on Gary (photo captioned "just got out of bed?") and Manfred ("somebody to love" consolation for Rod Allen).
- "Walkers Go Home!": PENNY ST. CLAIR criticises the Walker Brothers' appearance and manner at an event.
- "Great 'Mama'": R. ALEXANDER praises Dave Berry's new single "Mama" as fantastic.
Advertisements:
- Easy Learn Method music school โ offering tuition in guitar, piano, chromatic harmonica, piano accordion, trumpet, or saxophone. "No play โ no pay" offer.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Cilla Black, captioned "CILLAโaccent's part of her personality."
- Small portrait of Manfred Mann (top right, "somebody to love").
- Small portrait of Gary (top right, "just got out of bed?").
Notes:
- "Discword" crossword puzzle occupies lower-left quarter of page, with solution to the previous week's crossword and clues for the current one.
- "Win a Free LP" competition box: first six correct Discword entries win free LPs from Disc and Music Echo.
- Pop Pen Pals listings run down the left column: readers seeking pen pals, including Karin Larsen (Norway), Michael Coombes, Stevie Wonder fan, Franรงoise Hardy fan, and others.
Content type: Column / News / Feature / Ads
Headlines/Articles:
- "Jonathan King Column": Jonathan King reflects on which 1960s artists will be remembered in 1980. Argues Bacharach and Ray Davies are overlooked; praises Dylan and Lennon-McCartney as immortal composers and Elvis as an eternal crusader. Discusses Fortunes vs. Manfreds, GUY DARRELL being promoted by Roger Easterby, and Beach Boys' "Pet Sounds."
- "Mersey News โข Mersey" (main news block): Several Mersey scene items:
- Chants plus Shirley: The Chants play Blackpool Opera House on Sunday 10th with Shirley Bassey; they've been playing cabarets for months.
- Gonks change name: Mersey Gonks renamed to The Pitiful at the suggestion of a fan.
- Geoff wants girls: Judd Lander has left the Hideaways; now agent Geoff Lean (who operates the Top Deck Club) is seeking an all-girl lineup with two guitars, organ and drums.
- Crescendos changed name to The Five A.M. Event at suggestion of Chris Curtis; recorded "Hungry" and "Wash My Clothes in Muddy Water" for Pye; both American songs.
- Escort: Pete Clarke replaces Dave Croft on drums; returns to The Thoughts with ex-Merseybeats Johnny Gustafson and John Banks; all moving to London.
- Hideaways to become a pirate radio disc jockey.
- Tamla-Motown visit to The Temple; The Dions off to South of France (name changed from Terry Dions Sole Band).
- One-time recording artiste David John of The Mood busy lining up new group; Tiffany in Germany for "Find Out What's Happening."
- "Hollywood Calling!" by Derek Taylor: Beach Boys headlined two massive shows in California (San Francisco Cow Palace, Hollywood Bowl); crowd total 100,000+. Chad and Jeremy becoming very powerful all-age attractions. Mama and Papas' new single disappointing. Yardbirds on US chart. Herb Alpert, Paul Revere, Sam the Sham mentioned. Gary Lewis' "Green Grass" banned by radio stations for marijuana connotation.
- "Green Beret Junior gets into the act" (main story, lower half): Hollywoodโsomeone has recorded "Son of a Green Beret" based on Barry Sadler's profitable hero legacy. The subject is reportedly a six-year-old boy deemed unfit for duty. The record blends call to nationalism with "Onward Christian Soldiers" and "America the Beautiful." By Derek Taylor.
Advertisements:
- Boutique News column (small): Listings for John Stephen's Teen Store (Carnaby Street), Victoria and Albert (Manchester), Bibas (Abingdon Road, Kensington), Hem and Fringe (Moreton Street), Bibas.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of the Merseys duo (top right), captioned "MERSEYS: new single this week."
Notes:
- Pop Pen Palsโextra column runs down the lower-left: readers seeking pen pals including Beryl Warman, Michael Brown, Susan Gregory, Susan Lloyd, Lynda Childs, Kenneth Naylor, and others.
- Mersey News section is the dominant feature of the top half of the page alongside the Jonathan King Column.
Content type: Record reviews / Pop column / Ads
Headlines/Articles:
- "DUSTY picks the pops" / "'Jittery' SPOONFUL could make No. 1": Dusty Springfield reviews the Lovin' Spoonful's "Summer in the City" (Pye-Int.) very highly โ "a really great commercial recordโฆ could be No. 1."
- "Quick Spins" (Dusty's brief reviews of many singles):
- Neil Christian: "Oops!" (Strike) โ naughty record, great hit potential.
- Fortunes: "You Gave Me Somebody To Love" (Decca) โ not the poor Man's version; sounds like the Fortunes.
- Bob Wilbur: "Tender Ways Of Love / Everyone's Gone To The Moon" (CBS) โ Continental style, dreadful sound.
- Smith: "La Mer / Stormy Weather" (Polydor) โ voice bigger than photos suggest, might be a surprise hit.
- Viv Prince: "Charge Of The Light Brigade" (Columbia) โ Jack Nitsche style instrumental, B-side most attractive.
- Geneveve: "Nothing In The World" (CBS) โ doesn't really sing.
- Loose Ends: "Send The People Away" (Decca) โ conviction and in tune; deserves to be a big hit.
- Loose Leaf: "Follow Me" (Columbia) โ Kenny Lynch-Mort Shuman song, well sung.
- Rockin' Berries: "Midnight Mary" (Pye) โ good old-style treatment.
- Chuck Berry: "Ramona Say Yes" (Chess) โ bigger than usual backing.
- Tommy Roe: "Sweet Pea" (HMV) โ ghastly organ sound; song doesn't stand much chance.
- Sier Rimmer: "Showdown" (King) โ very lucky.
- The Pretty Things: "A House In The Country" (Fontana) โ charm of the whole thing escapes Dusty.
- Lou Christie: "Painter Man" (MGM) โ excruciating sound; can't understand a word.
- Trini Lopez: "Made In Paris" (Reprise) โ dangerously like Gary Lewis; enjoys parts.
- Barry McGuire: "Cloudy Summer Afternoon" (RCA Victor) โ super Dixieland opening, disappointing song.
- Ruth Veldon: "A Most Peculiar Man" (Decca) โ likes it; sounds like modern opera.
- Otis Redding: "My Lover's Prayer" (Atlantic) โ likes it but slow and soulful; after Promises, this could happen.
- "Herbie Goins โ Detroit sound": Herbie Goins and the Nighttimers' "No. 1 in Detroit" (Parlophone), "Harlelphonia"โbest-produced and Detroit-type sound Dusty has heard on a British record; guitarist deserves a medal. B-side is "Cruisin'" โ funky, not as clean as A-side.
- "Carla Thomas โ cutting voice": "Let Me Be Good To You" (Atlantic) โ starts very quietly; Dusty loves Carla's voice; small tight backing singers excellent. B-side a slow drawn-out gospel song.
- "Elvis Presley โ carbon copy": "Love Letters" (RCA) โ Elvis doing a carbon copy of another record; best he's done since he doesn't know when. Glad he stuck to the same phrasing as Ketty Lester. "Come What May" is a hotchpotch rock 'n' roll record.
- "Miracles โ rave, rave!": "Whole Lotta Shaking In My Heart" (Tamla Motown) โ RAMA-LAMA-JUMP UP AND DOWN! Machine-like precision from Smokey; far ahead of anything else in beat music. Dusty's favourite.
- "Len Barry": "It's That Time Of The Year" (Brunswick) โ success depends on effect of misguided criticisms; Midday and White produce terrific records.
- "Madeline โ due for a big hit": "Don't Come Runnin' to Me" (Philips) โ Dusty praises Madeline's strong voice; "I Really Got Carried Away" by Doris Troy also reviewed positively; highly danceable.
- "Uninspired Walkers": Reviews by Mike Ledgerwood: Walker Brothers "Baby You Don't Have To Tell Me" (Philips) โ absolute rubbish; Alan Price Set "Hi-llli, Hi-lo" (Decca) โ outstanding, could be bigger than "Spell"; Roger Miller "Hitch Hiker" (RCA Victor) โ typical; Marianne Faithfull "Counting" (Decca) โ delightful Bob Lind composition; Cliff Richard "Visions" (Columbia) โ switches back to very slow sentimental ballad, probably a big hit; Troggs "With A Girl Like You" (Fontana) โ everyone will hum it; Paul and Barry Ryan "I Love How You Love Me" (Decca) โ revival of Maureen Evans oldie, so successful it's a shame.
Advertisements:
- Atlantic Records (distributed by Polydor Records Ltd.) full-width ad at page bottom: Otis Redding "My Lover's Prayer" (584 019) and Carla Thomas "Let Me Be Good To You" (584 011).
Content type: Feature article / Promotions / Next week's preview
Headlines/Articles:
- HOT SEAT โ Scott Gets Readers' Third Degree: The launch of a new reader Q&A series. Scott Walker is the first guest, answering fan questions on topics including: why the Walkers came to Britain, his use of make-up on TV, whether he prefers Britain to America (he says he'll stay permanently), what he'd do if the pop industry collapsed (wants to be a record producer), fans discovering his address and pestering him, and whether there's enough pop on TV. He praises "Ready, Steady, Go!" and "Top Of The Pops" as "brilliantly conceived."
- Sound of the Stars: Final call for readers to collect all three tokens and claim the free "Sound of the Stars" LP. Artists featured on the album include The Beatles, Walker Brothers, Spencer Davis, Dusty Springfield, Pete Townshend, Sandie Shaw, Cilla Black, Adam Faith, and Cliff Richard. Token Week Three is shown.
Advertisements:
- Next week in Disc and Music Echo promo box: Ray Davies in the Hot Seat; Herman โ deserting pop?; A day with Dusty; Where the stars go bargain-hunting.
Photos/Images:
- Large close-up portrait of Scott Walker holding a medallion/pendant necklace, accompanying the Hot Seat feature.
Notes:
- This is the back/final page of the body section (page 16). The publisher's imprint runs along the very bottom: "DISC AND MUSIC ECHO is published by Disc Echo Ltd., 161-166 Fleet Street, London, E.C.4."
- The Hot Seat is introduced as an "exciting new series" โ this is its debut instalment.
- Questions are submitted by named readers with their ages and addresses, a common format for 1960s pop press.
Content type: Feature articles, new releases advertisement, and photo features
Left page:
- Large feature headline: "beatles in tokyo" โ Japanese text above reads "ๆฌๅฝใซๅฟใใๆฅใฎๆ
่กใงใใ" and "ๆฑไบฌใงใฎใใผใใซใบ". Credit line: "Disc and Music Echo's LEA JOHNSON โ the only Reporter to visit BEATLES in Japan"
- Two black-and-white photographs of Beatles members
- Article text in multiple columns continuing the Beatles in Tokyo feature
- Second feature: "TENSION at the TOP" by Bob Farmer โ a column about tensions in the pop world, with small headshot photos labelled: WHO, SMALL FACES, WAYNE, SPENCER. Includes subsections "Slanging matches" and "On guard against trouble"
- Within the Tension article: a sidebar headed "Bachelors' guide to the 'in' scene"
- Bottom strip: "FROM LULU โ WITH LOVE" โ a photo feature with multiple photographs of Lulu, with an extended fan-mail/letter-style article
Right page:
- Continuation of the "beatles in tokyo" article text, including what appears to be Japanese-language columns running down the right margin
- Large advertisement box: "JUST RELEASED! 45 rpm records" listing new singles:
- Jimmy Beaumont โ "You got too much going for you" (London)
- Billy Walker โ "A million and one"
- Brenda Lee โ "Ain't gonna cry no more" (Brunswick)
- Ricky Nelson โ "You just can't quit"
- Roger Miller โ "Hitch hiker" (RCA)
- The New Society โ "I love how you are" / "Do not ask for love" (RCA Victor)
- Junior Parker โ "Goodbye little girl" (Vocalion)
- Alan Price Set โ "Hi-lili, hi-lo" (Decca)
- Marianne Faithfull (Decca)
- Paul & Barry Ryan โ "Counting..." (Decca)
- Winston G โ "That old freight train"
- The Banner Family
- The Storytellers โ "It's get back on the love scene"
- Additional article text columns below the advertisements
Spanning content:
- The "beatles in tokyo" headline, photographs, and article span across both pages at the top of the spread
- Japanese-language text appears as a vertical running column at the outer left margin (likely a parallel Japanese translation or caption)
Photos/Images:
- Two close-up black-and-white photos of individual Beatles (identities not fully clear but likely John and Paul from cropping)
- Small headshots of members of The Who, Small Faces, Dave Clark Five-era acts (Wayne, Spencer) accompanying the "Tension at the Top" feature
- Strip of photographs of Lulu at the bottom, showing her in various poses for the "From Lulu โ With Love" feature
Notes:
- The centre fold runs vertically through the middle of the spread; text in the "beatles in tokyo" article likely splits at the fold but the headline is clearly readable
- The "JUST RELEASED!" advertisement and the "Tension at the Top" article sit either side of the fold on the right and left pages respectively
- Japanese text columns appear on both the far left margin and within the Beatles article โ this is a distinctive bilingual element of the Tokyo feature
- Masthead text visible at outer edges: "Disc and Music Echo, July 9, 1966" and page number 9