Publication: Melody Maker
Date: August 17, 1968
Pages: 40
Note: Early mention of Tyrannosaurus Rex on pages 25 and 30
Note: Use of the term "psychedelic" on page 29
Publication: Melody Maker
Date: August 17, 1968
Pages: 40
Content type: Front cover
Headlines/Articles:
- Beatles Name the Day: The Beatles' new single "Hey Jude" — at seven minutes and five seconds, their longest ever — will be released on the Apple label on August 30. B-side is "Revolution." Both songs written by Lennon/McCartney. "Hey Jude" features Paul McCartney in the main vocal role with a 40-piece orchestra; "Revolution" features mainly John Lennon. Press officer Tony Barrow quoted; group has completed eight tracks for the new album.
- Lulu Leaps Off!: Lulu has been booked at Tito's nightspot in Palma, Majorca on September 14–15. Manager Marian Massey and film producer Frank Granat deny reports that Don Partridge will appear in a Lulu film musical to be shot in Blackpool. Agent Barry Clayman confirms talks happened but "nothing has come of them." Lulu tapes BBC-2 colour show Up Tight on Sunday with MD Johnny Harris; guest star Georgie Fame.
- Mothers for London Date: The Mothers of Invention (Frank Zappa) are coming to Britain in October for two concerts at London's Royal Festival Hall on October 25 only. MGM Records releasing their latest American album "Lumpy Gravy" to coincide with the trip.
Advertisements:
- None (front cover only)
Photos/Images:
- Large central portrait photograph of Lulu (smiling, fringe hairstyle)
- Small inset photograph of Paul McCartney (top right, beside the "Hey Jude" headline)
- Small photograph of Frank Zappa (bottom right, captioned "ZAPPA: 'Nightmare'")
- Four preview panel images in "In This Week's 40-Page MM" box: Count Basie, Bob Dylan, the Rolling Stones, and a festivals roundup image
Notes:
- Dated August 17, 1968; price 1s weekly; this is a 40-page issue
- Contents box highlights: Basie's Frankest Interview (p.10), Dylan — Never Again (p.9), Stones Album A Gas! (p.5), Round-Up of the Festivals (p.30)
Content type: Charts / News
Headlines/Articles:
- Melody Maker Pop 30 chart (full listing):
1. Mony Mony – Tommy James and the Shondells (Major Minor)
2. Fire – Crazy World of Arthur Brown (Track)
3. Help Yourself – Tom Jones (Decca)
4. This Guy's in Love – Herb Alpert (A&M)
5. I Close My Eyes and Count to Ten – Dusty Springfield (Philips)
6. Mrs Robinson – Simon and Garfunkel (CBS)
7. Sunshine Girl – Herman's Hermits (Columbia)
8. Last Night in Soho – Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick and Tich (Fontana)
9. I Pretend – Des O'Connor (Columbia)
10. Days – Kinks (Pye) / Keep On – Bruce Channel (Bell) [tied 10th]
… through to 30. Hard to Handle – Otis Redding (Atlantic)
- US Top Ten (Billboard) and Top Ten LPs also printed
- Shadows — Brian Bennett to Leave: Despite reports, the Shadows will probably not split at year's end, although drummer Brian Bennett may leave the group after the Palladium season opening September 19. Spokesman for manager Peter Gormley quoted.
- Brubeck Quartet Kick-Off Expo '68: The Dave Brubeck Quartet featuring Gerry Mulligan headlines Jazz Expo '68 in London in October. Extensive festival line-up listed including the Dizzy Gillespie Big Band Re-Union, Art Blakey Sextet, Elvin Jones Quartet, Horace Silver Quintet, Muddy Waters Blues Band, Gary Burton Quartet, Sun Ra, the Earl Hines All Stars, and the Newport All Stars.
- Don May Tour Australia: Don Partridge, currently starring at Blackpool's Central Pier, may tour Australia later in the pool season.
- Pentangle Sign for Solo London Concert: Pentangle booked for London's Royal Albert Hall on November 5. Extensive UK and European tour dates listed.
- Tim Rose TV Show?: Tim Rose may film a TV spectacular for America following liaison between his manager Jack Beale and a visiting American Broadcasting Company executive.
- Elmore James Tape: Brief item noting Elmore James' last recorded sessions, taped before he died, are to be released by Blue Horizon label.
- Charity Cabaret: Sammy Davis Jr, O.C. Smith, Lulu, Harry Secombe, Peter Sellers, David Frost, Roy Orbison are among those who appeared at this event at London's Playboy club in aid of the starving children of Biafra.
- Johnnie Ray Visit: Burton Brown of the Del Grace agency is pencilling dates for Johnnie Ray at the Prince of Wales and other venues; a number of club dates in the north supported by his existing British fan club.
Advertisements:
- Six small record sleeve ads at bottom: The Cowsills "Indian Lake" (MGM 1424), The Magistrates "Here Come the Judge" (Columbia), Alan Bown "One Way Ticket" (CBS), Chris Rayburn (CBS), Kris Ife "Give and Take" (Decca), Barry Ryan "Goodbye" (MGM 1425)
- Decca "The Baron" LP (Young Girls) — advertised bottom right; Fontana "Young Girls" LP
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Dave Brubeck Quartet / Dizzy Gillespie captioned "DIZZY GILLESPIE: stars with big band"
- Photo of Brian Bennett captioned "BENNETT: to leave"
- Photo of Don Partridge captioned "PARTRIDGE: Cabaret"
Notes:
- Pop 30 published by Longacre Press Ltd., 1968
- Spencer Davis Group mentioned: their van and equipment stolen from Wardour Street; piano, two guitars, bass and furniture damaged on July 28; van later recovered by police
- Pending finalisation of contract, Johnnie Ray may pay yet another visit to Britain after this year
Content type: News
Headlines/Articles:
- Wage Dispute Hits £50,000 TV Pop Show: A £50,000 Yorkshire Television show produced by Jack Good had its plug pulled at the last minute due to a TV wages dispute. Stars including Jerry Lee Lewis, Lulu, Ian Bown, Flirtations, Julie Driscoll, Brian Auger Trinity, Breakaways, Chas Farlowe, Don Lang, Lonnie Donegan, Dominic Grant, and Ian Whitcomb were booked. Commented Lulu's agent Dick Katz: "Artists will have to be paid for these cancelled shows."
- Tenorist Henderson for Scott's: US tenorman and composer Joe Henderson going into London's Ronnie Scott Club on Monday (19) for three to four weeks, featured with Ronnie Scott and the Band Opposite. Henderson is on Blue Note; singer Joy Marshall also on the bill.
- Andy Williams Show to End: BBC-1 TV Andy Williams series ends this month. No plans for repeats. The Andy Williams concert films shown on BBC-2 in the Show of the Week series have not yet been scheduled for BBC-1 but "it may eventually be seen" said a BBC-TV spokesman.
- Incredibles New LP: The Incredible String Band completed their as yet untitled fourth album this week, produced for Elektra Records by Joe Boyd of Witchseason Productions. The release date will probably be in October. Another Witchseason group, the Fairport Convention, are working on their second album at Olympic studios; to be released by Polydor.
- Engelbert Single: Engelbert Humperdinck made a lightning trip to London last Sunday from Blackpool and recorded four tracks for a new single. Release chosen from the four recorded titles — described as "four smash hits" — by manager Gordon Mills. No titles given at time of press.
- Status Open in U.S.: Status Quo, whose American papers in Los Angeles on September 27, have had their five-week trip extended by a further week, thanks to dates in Australia and Canada. While in America they take part in the film thriller "Fusion" in which they will sing three numbers.
- Dave Clark Single: A new Dave Clark Five single titled "Red Balloon" has just been released in America; to be released in this country on September 6. Written by Raymond Froggatt.
- Sammy Leaves: Sammy Rimington, clarinettist, saxophonist and guitarist, left the Barry Martyn band last week to work with his own groups and freelance. He has his own quartet playing Thursdays at the Beulah Jazz Club, Thornton Heath. He is looking for a fiddle player.
- Tremeloes, Cupid's, Seekers, Love Affair, Frankie Vaughan — Singles Due: Brief round-up of upcoming single releases for the Tremeloes ("My Little Lady"), Seekers ("Love Is Wine"), Cupid's Inspiration ("Yesterday Has Gone"), Love Affair, and Frankie Vaughan ("Souvenirs").
- Easybeats Stay On: Easybeats, who appeared at the Split Song Festival in Yugoslavia last weekend, are staying on for an extra five days at the invitation of the Yugoslav authorities.
- Melody Maker masthead and editorial staff listed (Editor Jack Hutton, Assistant Editor Chris Welch, etc.)
Advertisements:
- Large full-page advertisement at bottom for Selmer saxophones: "Johnnie Gray plays Selmer in Stereo!" — promoting the Fontana LP Full House featuring the Saxophones of Johnnie Gray with Reg Tilsley Orchestra. Also advertises other Living Presence Stereo LP titles (Wally Stott Chorale, Baroque Brass, Button-Down Brass, Band of the Scots Guards, Chaquito, Quedo Brass). Selmer Mark VI Alto, Mark VI Baritone, Mark VI Tenor saxophones illustrated.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Jools (Holland?), Lulu, and Bown captioned "JOOLS, LULU, BOWN: all due to appear" (re the Jack Good TV show)
- Photo of Joe Henderson captioned "HENDERSON: solo attraction"
- Johnnie Gray LP sleeve image (Full House)
Notes:
- Melody Maker editorial office: 161 Fleet Street, London EC4; telephone 01-353-5011
- Provincial news editor: Jerry Dawson, 2-4 Oxford Road, Manchester 1
Content type: News
Headlines/Articles:
- U.S. TV Producers bid for 'Top of the Pops': American TV producers have been bidding for BBC-TV's top-rating pop show; producer Johnnie Stewart told MM "there's nothing like it in the States." Sidebar quote from Don Partridge, Julie Driscoll, and Zoot Money.
- Hendrix film at National Film Theatre: The Jimi Hendrix film "Experience" is being shown at London's National Film Theatre on Monday and Tuesday (19 and 20 August); Jimi features "Purple Haze" and other specialities including a 12-string guitar solo titled "Putting My Heart Together."
- Rich files bankruptcy petition: Buddy Rich has filed a bankruptcy petition in Las Vegas, Nevada, listing liabilities of $13,133 in income taxes and $13,133 in withholding taxes.
- Hiseman to form own band: Drummer Jon Hiseman is quitting John Mayall's Bluesbreakers to form his own band, to be called Jon Hiseman's Coliseum.
- Deram Rush Album: Deram are rush-releasing "The Ten Years After Album" (recorded live at Klooks Kleek last June).
- Idle Race Film: Idle Race have pulled out of a pop film called "Top of the Pops."
- Dusty On German TV: Dusty Springfield flies to Germany for television and radio recordings as part of a promotion campaign for her latest single "I Close My Eyes And Count To Ten."
- Move's New Disc: The Move have a new single "Wild Tiger Lady," a Roy Wood composition.
- Jazz News column: Items on the Buddy Rich bankruptcy, Dick Sudhalter, Danny Moss, Meryl Skrimi-Shaw, Harold Davison/Count Basie, and various London jazz club listings.
Advertisements:
- Full lower-half advertisement for Ten Years After — "Undead" album (Deram DML 1023 / SML 1023), featuring tracks "Spider in My Web," "Woodchopper's Ball," "I May be Wrong," "I'm Going Home." Management and representation: Ellis-Wright Agency Ltd., 130 Regent Street, London W.1. The "Ten Years After" logotype is rendered in psychedelic lettering.
Photos/Images:
- Small inset photo of Jon Hiseman.
- Small photo of Jimi Hendrix captioned "HENDRIX: Festival."
Notes:
- Page number confirmed in masthead: "Page 4—MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968."
Content type: Feature article
Headlines/Articles:
- Stones' Next Album A Gas (Melody Maker exclusive): Extended review of the Rolling Stones' forthcoming album "Beggar's Banquet," written by Jan Wenner of San Francisco's Rolling Stone magazine. Describes the album as "the comeback of the Stones from the discotheque" and a "great Rolling Stones album without pretence." Tracks discussed include: "Jigsaw Puzzle" (eight minutes, features Brian Jones on slide guitar, Nicky Hopkins on piano); "Street Fighting Man" and "Stray Cat" (called the hit's B-side); "Factory Girl" (simple country-blues lyrics); "Parachute Woman" (moderate blues, R&B); "Prodigal Son" (literally a Bible story about the prodigal son); "No Expectations" (country-style ballad, Nicky Hopkins on piano, Floyd Cramer style); "Sympathy For The Devil" (five minutes long, complex piece, originally in Dylan style, Keith plays bass, Bill Wyman plays maracas, conga drum). No absolute release date given; originally due on July 26 (Mick's birthday). Article credits Jagger as "singing and writing best yet."
Advertisements:
- Right column: Baldwin Classic Guitar advertisement — "The New Baldwin Amplified Classic Guitar," Model 801 CP, 99 gns inc. quality case. Contact: Baldwin, Chesham Close, Romford, Essex.
Photos/Images:
- Large photograph of Mick Jagger performing (singing into a microphone, close-up), captioned "JAGGER: singing and writing best yet."
Notes:
- Page number confirmed in masthead: "MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968—Page 5."
- Byline reads: "by Jan Wenner of San Francisco's Rolling Stone."
Content type: Mixed (cartoon strip, news/features, concert reviews, advertisement)
Headlines/Articles:
- Mr. Nine Per Cent — the loser agent (cartoon strip by Leon): Four-panel cartoon strip satirising a music industry agent; panels show the agent welcoming a new artist with lines such as "I know you're new to this organisation my boy…", "So I want you to look on me as a father…", "When you're happy I'm happy — when you're down I'll cheer you up!…" and concluding "…And when you don't have a hit record — I'll fire you!"
- Arthur's world really went crazy: Arthur Brown quit the stage at Sunbury's National Jazz Festival with ungodly oaths and a display of hellfire after the Nice had planned to arrive by helicopter but dropped it when they heard about the Nice scheme. Jethro Tull building up fan following. Tim Rose jammed in the Peef's tent. Dick Jordan of Klook's Kleek managing underground group Junior's Eyes. Watch out for Aynsley Dunbar (Iain Hines' group Icarus have recorded "The Devil Rides Out" inspired by Dennis Wheatley's novel). Alex Webb band shared a train to Devon with Harold Wilson.
- The Raver's weekly tonic: Column sidebar within the Arthur Brown story covering Sunbury Festival acts and incidents.
- Tristano the master makes a memorable debut ("Caught in the Act" concert review): Review by Stan Pearson of 60-year-old Lennie Tristano's first ever appearance in Britain, at the Marquee Arts Festival. Tristano performed with supporting group including Lee Konitz (alto), Derek Phillips (brs), Bernard Brightman (tnr), Connie Crothers (piano). Songs included "Dirty Old Man" and "My Old Man's A Groovy Old Man" by Steve Brown. Audience called him back by stage with ovations.
- Jazz Centre: Mose Allison at Birmingham Army. Review of the Jazz Centre Pro Jazz Monday evening sessions at the 100 Club, briefly noting Sandy Brown, Alexis Korner, Sandy Brown's vocals. Dave Stephens on piano review included.
- Alan Haven: Alan Haven opened his current season at John Scott's last week. John McLaughlin's backing praised. Alan plays Hammond organ.
- Bruce Channel: Bruce Channel returned to Britain after six years with renewed vigour, impressing at London's Texan Ballroom, the Royal Ballroom. Billed alongside Mike Wade and Big Pete Duker, he will be in a cycle race at Herne Hill on September 21.
Advertisements:
- Large lower-half advertisement for Canned Heat — "The Heat Is On" / "Boogie With Canned Heat" LP (LBL/LBS 83103E, Liberty Records). Side 1: Evil Woman, Fried Hockey Boogie, On the Road Again, Whiskey Headed Woman No 2. Side 2: Amphetamine Annie, An Owl Song, Marie Loveau, Fried Hockey Boogie. Single: "On the Road Again" / "World In A Jug" (LBF 15090). Liberty Records Limited, 11 Albemarle Street, London W.1.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Lennie Tristano (half-length) captioned "LENNIE TRISTANO: little or no chance for pre-show rehearsal."
- Photo of Bruce Channel captioned "CHANNEL: returned to Britain with a hit."
- Small inset illustration of Arthur Brown within the Raver's tonic column.
Notes:
- Page number confirmed in masthead: "Page 6—MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968."
- The "Mr. Nine Per Cent" cartoon strip by Leon is a recurring feature satirising the music business.
Content type: Feature article
Headlines/Articles:
- "What does O.C. really care about? Feeling for other Negroes and gun fire in Watts for a start…" by Alan Walsh: A profile of soul/pop singer O.C. Smith, interviewed during the filming of a CBS Records promotional film for his follow-up single "Main Street Mission" at a shoot in London. The article explores O.C.'s personality — outwardly cheerful and polite, but with a serious concern for civil rights, race, and poverty. He talks about his feelings about prejudice, the Watts ghetto, and why he cares about other Black Americans. A sidebar column ("Peanuts") reviews his recent Revolution nightspot appearance, written by Max Jones, noting his natural charm and piano skills.
Advertisements:
- CBS Records quarter-page ad in the bottom-right corner promoting new singles: Cliff Nobles "The Horse" (58-3518), Palmer Jones "The Great Magic of Love" (58-3603), Flavour "Sally Had a Party" (58-3597), plus New Sounds/New Singles listings including The Glories "My Sweet Baby", Conniff "Sounds of Silence", Elaine Delmar "Sneakin' Up on You", Bennett "It's a Man Down There", and Duster "Feeling High".
Photos/Images:
- Large portrait photo of O.C. Smith seated on a high bar stool or metal balcony railing, dressed smartly in suit and tie, smiling confidently at the camera. The photo is central to the page layout and dominates the upper half.
Notes:
- The headline uses language that is a direct quote/paraphrase from O.C. Smith in context of the civil rights era; the word "Negroes" reflects contemporary 1968 usage in the article.
- Byline: Alan Walsh. Peanuts sidebar: Max Jones.
Content type: Advertisement (full page)
Headlines/Articles:
- N/A (full-page advertisement)
Advertisements:
- Full-page Vox amplifier advertisement headlined "The Guv'nor". The ad promotes the Vox solid-state amplifier range, specifically the Supreme model (a large speaker cabinet with a smaller head unit atop it). Copy emphasises Vox's features: built-in top boost, bass boost, distortion, middle-range boost, reverb, vibrato, and Tone-X. It also mentions the Jaguar, Continental and Super Continental organs, and the Gyrotone "wrap around" sound for organ amplification, and the Wah-Wah pedal. Bottom-right corner announces: "VOX EXPLODES ON THE RUSSELL HOTEL 18 AUG — THE TRADE CAN SEE AND HEAR IT ALL." A cut-out coupon/enquiry form is included in the bottom-left corner. Published by Vox Sound Equipment Ltd, Vox Works, West Street, Erith, Kent.
Photos/Images:
- Large dramatic photograph of a Vox Supreme amplifier stack (large speaker cabinet at an angle with Supreme head unit on top), photographed from a low angle against a white background to emphasise its size and power.
Notes:
- Trade-oriented ad announcing a product demonstration event at the Russell Hotel on 18 August 1968.
Content type: News / Feature article (split page — two stories plus small ads)
Headlines/Articles:
- "Dylan — we may never see him perform again" by Karl Dallas: Reports that Bob Dylan is unlikely ever to appear in concerts again, based on conversations with friends and business associates after two weeks in his company. Although Dylan has recovered from his motorcycle accident, he prefers to stay at home with his wife and three children in Woodstock, and may not tour Britain in September or October. His brother David Zimmerman is managing a new singer-songwriter called Michael Lessac. Dylan is working on a new album. The cover of his recent backing-band album ("Music from Big Pink") features a painting by Dylan himself showing "a startling kind of childlike innocence". Dylan only briefly emerged at the Newport Folk Festival.
- "Canned Heat — Coming from the States in September — a hard blues and rock group" by Alan Walsh: Introduces Canned Heat, a five-man hard blues and rock group from Los Angeles who had just charted with "On The Road Again" on Liberty. Describes the band members: lead vocalist Bob "The Bear" Hite (born Torrance, California); harmonica/vocalist Al Wilson, nicknamed "Blind Owl"; drummer Adolfo de la Parra (born Mexico City, last member to join); bassist Larry Taylor (joined from Canned Heat at 14); and guitarist Henry Vestine, claimed to be one of the finest blues guitarists in the country. The group were first noted for a Liberty album simply called "Canned Heat". They are due to arrive in Britain in September for TV dates and live appearances. Two albums available in Britain: "Canned Heat" and "Boogie With Canned Heat", both on Liberty.
Advertisements:
- Small MCA Records ads: The Mirettes "The Real Thing" (b/w "Take Me For A Little While", UN505); Louis Armstrong "I Will Wait For You" (b/w "Talk To The Animals", MU1029 — "Greatest since 'Wonderful World'").
- Small ads for: Leady Lee "Little Arrows" (MU 1028, Happy chart-bound Little Arrows!); Hugh Masekela "Grazing in the Grass" (b/w "Bajabula Bonke (The Healing Song)", UN504 — "The No. 1 Chart-Topper from the States").
Photos/Images:
- Small portrait of Bob Dylan in sunglasses (headshot, moody/pensive).
- Large group photo of Canned Heat — the five band members posed together, with bold "CANNED HEAT" logo text overlaid. The members appear casually dressed in late-1960s style.
Notes:
- The Dylan article is bylined Karl Dallas; the Canned Heat piece is bylined Alan Walsh.
- Canned Heat's UK tour dates had not yet been finalised at time of publication.
Content type: Feature articles / Jazz column / Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- "Jazzscene 1" (column header): Page opens with two jazz-related features.
- "Cliff Jordan and the new Frontier": Sidebar feature by Valerie Wilmer on saxophonist Clifford Jordan and his new record label, Frontier Records, co-run with drummer Harold Blackwell and publisher Harvey Brown. Jordan discusses paying musicians above-average fees, the label's aim to give jazz artists artistic freedom rather than commercial compromise, and his plans to record pianist Gil Coggins, saxophonist Big Nick Nicholas, and vocalist Little Jimmy Scott. Jordan also reflects on his own career, his Leadbelly-inspired Atlantic album, and his ambition to earn recognition primarily as a composer.
- "Four decades of Basie, aristocrat of big band jazz": Major two-part feature by Steve Holroyd, interviewing Count Basie (William "Count" Basie, turning 64 on August 21) at the Antibes Jazz Festival. Part one covers Basie's 40-year career, his philosophy on maintaining his characteristic sound, his recent commercial recordings (including Beatles covers), his partnership with guitarist Freddie Green, and his self-deprecating view of his own piano playing ("I feel they'd laugh if I did a piano record"). Teaser at foot of page: next week covers Basie on free jazz, Tony Coe, and "his great ambition and great weakness."
Advertisements:
- Picato Strings (General Music Strings Ltd): "New Nylon Strings for Flamenco Style and General Use on Classic Guitar" — lists six-string gauge options; Ref. No. 769, 41/4 per set inc. P.T.
Photos/Images:
- Large photo of Count Basie at the piano, caption: "BASIE: 'I feel they'd laugh if I did a piano record.'"
- Small portrait photo of Clifford Jordan, captioned "JORDAN: incentive."
Notes:
- The Basie feature is the dominant article, occupying most of the page with a large headline and body text in multiple columns. The Cliff Jordan piece runs as a narrower column down the right side.
- Pilot-line for next week's instalment appears at the foot of the Basie article.
Content type: Feature articles / Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- Banner across top: "SPOTLIGHT ON TWO AMERICAN GIRLS IN THE NEWS"
- "How Mama Cass Won the Will-They-Won't They Split Saga to Emerge with a Monster Hit": Article by Alan Walsh on Mama Cass Elliott (of The Mamas and the Papas) and the release of "Dream A Little Dream Of Me" — an old 1931 song previously associated with Ella Fitzgerald, now billed as "Mama Cass with the Mamas and the Papas." Walsh recounts the group's previous London visit: Cass was arrested stepping off the boat at Southampton on a charge of stealing blankets from a hotel (charge subsequently dismissed); John Phillips, Michelle, and Denny Doherty flew to a Majorcan holiday hideaway while Cass stayed in London and announced a split. The article questions whether the new single is a genuine reunion or a "swan-song."
- "Lock Up Your Sons — Here Comes Janis, Big Brother's Rock and Roll Woman": Article by Karl Dallas profiling Janis Joplin, 25-year-old vocalist with Big Brother and the Holding Company, following her appearance at the Newport Folk Festival. Dallas describes her electrifying stage persona — the micro-length dress, decorated cape, hoarse-to-husky vocal style — and the contrast with her thoughtful, shy off-stage personality. Joplin discusses her roots (hearing Leadbelly at 15), her current biggest influence (Tina Turner), her parents' initial low expectations, and her hope to tour Britain soon.
Advertisements:
- Wally Whyton: "Gentle on my mind" single on Fontana label, catalogue number TF960. Quarter-page ad bottom right.
Photos/Images:
- Large close-up portrait of Mama Cass, captioned: "CASS: lying naked in a field of flowers."
- Small photo of Janis Joplin on stage, captioned: "JANIS: promise of unmentionable pleasures."
Notes:
- The "two American girls" banner frames both features as a paired spotlight. The Mama Cass story takes the upper half of the page; the Janis Joplin feature the lower half.
Content type: Feature articles / Jazz column / Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- "Jazzscene 2" (column header): Page carries two distinct features.
- "Bill Evans, genius or cocktail pianist?": Personal and reflective piece by Marian McPartland (described in a sidebar as a British pianist, formerly married to Jimmy McPartland, now settled in the US, who worked with Bad Powell's group in the 1950s and later led her own trio). McPartland recalls meeting Bill Evans at the White House Hotel in London during his run at Ronnie Scott's and describes his character — dry, direct, emotionally warm — and his approach to leading his trio (trusting musicians to find their own role without over-rehearsing). Evans discusses his influences, naming Bud Powell as his main inspiration alongside Earl Hines, and reflects on the difference between American and British audiences ("In America they don't get any theory — but it's magical"). His current drummer Jack DeJohnette is praised. McPartland notes Evans gifted her manuscript copies of "Waltz for Debby" and "Very Early."
- "The Bands of Britain: Part 7 — Compiled by Max Jones": Directory feature surveying active British jazz bands. Bands profiled include:
- Blind Lemon's East Coast Jazzmen (Hull-based; New Orleans style; personnel includes Dave Mitchell, tpt; Bill Cater, tmb; Joyce Cater, pno; Ken Ford, bjo; Harry Burrell, bass; Keith Stutt, drs)
- Bluesicians (formerly Humberside Bluesicians; Dixieland/Condon small-band swing; personnel includes Graham Galtry, clt/ldr; Trevor Hickson, tpt; Jack Duffy, valve tmb; Alan Harmer, pno; Ken Ford, bass; Don Murray, drs)
- John Keen New Orleans Band (London-based; previously Gloucester area; personnel includes John Keen, clt; Roger Deferary, pno; Petra Naundorf, bass; Ashley Keating, drs; Dennis Payne, bjo/bass; plays colleges and social clubs)
- Dave Jones Band (Dave Jones, clt; Nick Simmons, tpt; Tony Allen, tmb; Keith Sturge, pno; Pete Douthwaite, bjo; Peter Embretze, drs — Hull/London area; New Orleans style)
- Milliner-Littlejohn Sextet (Tony Milliner, tmb; Alan Littlejohn, tpt; Lew Hooper, ten; Rob Mathewson, bass; Pete Chapman, bass; Mal Collard, drs — quintet formed after leaving Sandy Brown; broad repertoire from Leadbelly to Mingus)
- Monty Sunshine (mentioned; playing dates at the Old Duke, Bristol, and Bath — described as spreading a New Orleans style to audiences who may not have seen King Oliver-era players)
Advertisements:
- Louis Armstrong: "Disney Songs / The Satchmo Way" LP — Walt Disney Productions Ltd, 83 Pall Mall, London SW1.
Photos/Images:
- Portrait photo of Marian McPartland, with caption identifying her as the British pianist married to Jimmy McPartland, now divorced and settled in the US; career summary notes her trio work from 1950 and her roles as journalist, radio disc jockey, record reviewer, TV owner, and writer.
Notes:
- The Bill Evans article is written in the first person by McPartland, giving it an unusually intimate, personal tone for the magazine.
- The "Bands of Britain" directory continues from previous instalments; this is Part 7.
Content type: Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- N/A
Advertisements:
- Full-page Farfisa Electronic Organs ad headlined "The vital organs". Body copy argues that the electronic organ has become essential for pop groups, endorsing two portable Farfisa models: the F.A.S.T. 3 and the F.A.S.T. 5 (F.A.S.T. = Farfisa All Silicone Transistor). The matching amplification system is the ABL 73 (amplifier, extension speaker, and Sound Sphere/Leslie cabinet). Distributed by Rank Audio Visual Limited, Woodger Road, Shepherds Bush, London W.12. Tel: 01-743 2050.
Photos/Images:
- Large product photograph of the Farfisa F.A.S.T. 3 and F.A.S.T. 5 electronic organs on stands against a black background.
Notes:
- Full-page black-background ad. Page header confirms: Melody Maker, August 17, 1968 — Page 13.
Content type: Mixed — Record reviews column / Feature article / Column pieces
Headlines/Articles:
- Blind Date (regular column): Bruce Channel reviews current singles. Records reviewed:
- Stevie Wonder: "You Met Your Match" (Columbia) — predicts a hit; says it is exactly what fans expect from him.
- Richard Barnes: "Woman, Woman" (Columbia) — likes it but wonders why the Union Gap version wasn't released in the UK; says it's a No. 1 record in the States.
- Sandie Shaw: "Together" (Pye) — unsure who it is; doesn't know the market; thinks the arrangement is good.
- The Sugar Shoppe: "Skip A-Long-Sam" (Capitol) — lukewarm; likes it but can't identify with it.
- The Locomotive: "Rudi's In Love" (Parlophone) — thinks it might be a hit with the right exposure; likes the feel.
- O.C. Smith: "Main Street Mission" (CBS) — likes O.C. Smith; thinks it will be a hit if it gets the right exposure.
- The Mariane: "Like A See Saw" (Columbia) — notes it sounds like everything made in the last few years; likes the overall sound and feel.
- Len Barry: "456 (Now I'm Alone)" (Bell) — doesn't think it is the rain effect; wouldn't buy it.
- Elaine Delmar: "Sneakin' Up On You" (CBS) — doesn't like it; says it sounds like sweet music stations in the States.
- Louis Armstrong: "When You Wish Upon A Star" (Buena Vista) — loves the record and Louis Armstrong; says pop success is irrelevant here.
- The Marbles: "Only One Woman" (Polydor) — loves it; doesn't feel he knows the market in the UK but says it would get great action in the States.
- Billy Joe Royal: "Storybook Children" (CBS) — doesn't turn him on; questions whether Billy Joe Royal could have a hit with this.
- The Equals: "Laural And Hardy" (President) — calls it a monstrous hit; likes the rhythm and feel but unsure if it will be a hit.
Why does nobody love the Beatles? (feature article by Alan Walsh): A lengthy opinion piece arguing that because the Beatles' wealth came from public money, their private lives and activities have become fair game for public scrutiny. Walsh discusses their LSD use, the Apple Shop project, Paul's relationship with Jane Asher, and John's involvement with Yoko Ono and the Maharishi. He argues there is no reason to turn the music off, and the public is justifiably targeting them. Accompanied by a photo of Paul McCartney and Jane Asher.
Peter "Ginger" (column, partial, right edge): A profile piece on Ginger Baker — notes his long wild expression and black fans; his discreetly expensive lifestyle; financial rewards from touring America; his driving habits described as aggressive, including anecdotes about his Jensen FF and near-accidents.
Beast (column fragment, right edge): Brief item referencing Ginger receiving a cheap car, and commentary on his driving at speed.
Country (column fragment, right edge): Mentions fair-haired Jerry (likely Jerry Lee Lewis) as "King of Excitement"; visited London recently; Yorkshire Television appearance noted.
Advertisements:
- For Love of Ivy (Sidney Poitier film): Playing from Sunday at North London and other important theatres, South London from August 25, at the Odeon. Also promotes the Quincy Jones soundtrack (Palomar Pictures / Columbia Records).
Photos/Images:
- Illustrated artwork accompanying the Blind Date column (abstract/graphic style), signed "Jimmy Handler" or similar.
- Photo of Paul McCartney and Jane Asher illustrating the "Why does nobody love the Beatles?" article. Caption: "Paul and Jane Asher — should their romance have been considered as a private or public activity."
Notes:
- The Blind Date reviewer is identified as Bruce Channel — the American rock and roll singer best known for "Hey! Baby" (1962).
- The "Why does nobody love the Beatles?" piece is notable context: it was published the same week "Hey Jude" was released (29 August 1968 was the UK release, though the piece precedes it).
- Page header confirms: Page 14 — Melody Maker, August 17, 1968.
Content type: Trade Fair Special supplement — opening page
Headlines/Articles:
- Melody Maker Trade Fair Special (masthead): Described as "A packed 12-page supplement to commemorate the Golden Jubilee Year of the Association of Musical Instrument Industries."
At last music is part of education (article by Ron Cooper, past President of the Music Trades Association): Argues that the musical instrument trade recovered from the beat boom slump of 1956–57 to 1963/64 on the strength of demand for electronic organs. States that the trade is now actively lobbying government and education authorities to have music formally taught in schools. Cooper is optimistic about the future for young musicians and the industry.
A Message from the President (signed "Phil Cowan"): A statement from the President of A.M.I.I. (Association of Musical Instrument Industries) welcoming visitors to the 1968 Jubilee Trade Exhibition. Notes that instruments from many countries are displayed and that prices are not unreasonable despite purchase tax. Mentions that the fair is open to trade, musician, and the general public.
Ben Davis — this year's guest speaker: Profile of Ben Davis, a pioneer of British dance music who founded the Selmer empire in Britain. Will be the guest speaker at the Jubilee Year Dinner of the Association of Musical Instrument Industries at London's Hilton Hotel, Tuesday August 20. The Trade Fair itself is at London's Russell Hotel (G.C.I.), Monday–Saturday, August 18–22, 10am–6pm (closes 4:30pm Tuesdays); trade only. Brief biography notes: learnt jazz from watching Larry Shields; gigged with Jack Hylton and Jack Payne; his brother Lew was first trombone with great bands; Ben Davis started selling saxophones in 1929 and acquired exclusive Selmer rights for the British Empire (except Canada).
Advertisements:
- Rose-Morris (half-page ad, lower right): Promotes new Rose-Morris drum kit with these new features called out on the drum photograph: Sleek New Tension Fittings; New Ball and Socket Tom-Tom Holder; New Legs, Cymbal Arm and Spurs; Superb New 'Flame' Finishes; "And Most Important… A Great New Sound!" Tagline: "Why not do yourself proud with one of these great new outfits?" Includes mail coupon to: Rose Morris & Co. Ltd., 32/34 Gordon House Rd., Kentish Town, London NW5.
Photos/Images:
- Portrait photo of A.M.I.I. President (Phil Cowan), accompanying "A Message from the President."
- Portrait photo of Ron Cooper accompanying the "At last music is part of education" article.
- Portrait photo of Ben Davis.
- Large product photograph of the new Rose-Morris drum kit, with callout labels for its new features.
Notes:
- Page 15 is the opening page of a 12-page Trade Fair Special supplement dedicated to the Golden Jubilee Year of the A.M.I.I.
- Page header confirms: Melody Maker, August 17, 1968 — Page 15.
Content type: Trade Fair Feature — continued
Headlines/Articles:
- Trade Fair Special — A Survey of Exhibits on Display: Page-header banner introduces a survey of exhibitors at the Association of Musical Instrument Industries (AMII) Trade Fair, held at London's Russell Hotel, 18–22 August 1968.
- Beare: Beare and Son Ltd exhibiting violins, violas, cellos (including quarter-size basses), handmade violins by Bruckner, Polster and Schlegel, artists bows by Nurberger, Piretzschner, Hermann, Durrschmidt and Thoma; Michigan guitars (three new models: Centaur, Nanuello, Toreador; plus Buchner for soloists); Bandmaster harmonicas and Royal Standard piano-accordions.
- How: James How Music Strings exhibiting for the first time on the BMIF ground floor. Key news: Rotosound custom gauge strings (41 different gauges in a box), Black 'n' Silver RS 700 strings, Promark drumsticks (18 varieties from USA), Rotosound microphones (low feed-back), Rotosound Rhythmlite and Rotolite light-to-music units, Rotosound Danesound P.A. system from Denmark, Rotosound Projectile speakers, Evans drumheads, Herco plecs, school flutes and recorders. Key staff: James How, Donald How, Alan Marcuson.
- Skewes: John Hornby Skewes & Co exhibiting in Rooms 150 and 152 with a range twice the size of their 1967 display: Harmonics electronic organs, Ekatron reed organs, Beverley drums, Terada guitars, harmonicas, guitar accessories, Zoom reverberation unit.
- Hohner: Displaying harmonicas, accordions, melodicas, recorders, Sonor drum kits, Sonor Orff school instruments, Huttl band instruments and two electronic organs on the ground floor; first-floor rooms dedicated to electronic instruments and Echolette equipment. New products highlighted: S.600 combo organ (portable two-manual), S.360 (15-watt transistor console with pedalboard), S.36 home organ, S.410L console organ with Leslie Speaker, Favorette (10-watt transistor organ, 33 lb), Clavinet models C and L, Electravox N accordion, Orgaphon 41 MH amplifier.
- Alexander: George Alexander exhibiting the Doodlesack (miniature bagpipe in a 13×5×3 inch box), valve-mouthpiece, and the Martingale (antique horse-brass decorated adjustable guitar strap).
Advertisements:
- Marshall (half-page, right column): "The name of the Amplification used by NAME ARTISTES AND MUSICIANS" — J. & T. Marshall (Musical Instruments) Ltd., showrooms at 76 Uxbridge Road, Hanwell, London W.7 (Tel: 567 0792) and 146–148 Queensway, Bletchley, Bucks (Tel: Bletchley 5487). Factory: Jim Marshall (Products) Ltd., Lyon Road, Bletchley.
Photos/Images:
- Hohner's electra piano (top left)
- Premier's 751 vibraphones (lower left)
- Beverley 21 snare drum (centre)
- Beverley Cannon drum outfit (top right)
- Hohner S360 transistor console organ (right, with caption)
- Hohner Favorette organ (far right)
Notes:
- The printed page number at top of page reads "Page 18 — MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968" (image file is numbered 16 in the sequence, reflecting an offset between file numbering and printed pagination).
Content type: Advertisement — full page
Headlines/Articles:
- None (advertising only)
Advertisements:
- Selmer / Gibson Guitars — "All Aboard for a Swinging Season": Full-page illustrated trade advertisement styled as a fairground/steamboat scene. Flags on the masthead list represented brands: Selmer Paris, Gibson, Hofner, Meazzi, Lowrey, Shure, Olds.
- Gibson Guitars section features: Les Paul (custom model, cherry sunburst finish, 22 frets — prices 435 gns / 345 gns standard); ES-345 (thinline semi-hollowbody, 22 frets, Cherry or Sunburst — prices 325/315 gns); J-45 acoustic (popular-priced Junior, mahogany cherry finish, 20 frets — No. 3402, price 142 gns).
- Selmer Paris Saxophones, Woodwinds & Brass section features: Mk. VI Saxophones (Alto No. 3110, 125 gns; Tenor, 150 gns; Baritone, 295 gns); Series 10 Clarinet (No. 1156, 115 gns); 66-75 Trumpets (Bb or C, Model 56 No. 3121 / Model 75 No. 3125, 138 gns each); Maestro (woodwind sound system, No. 2999, 175 gns).
- Also a Sound System section visible.
Photos/Images:
- Illustrated pen-and-ink drawing of a fairground/steamboat structure with pennant flags
- Inset photographs of: Gibson Les Paul, Gibson ES-345, Gibson J-45, Selmer Mk. VI Saxophone, Series 10 Clarinet, 66-75 Trumpet, Maestro unit
Notes:
- Printed page number reads "Page 19" (top right corner).
Content type: Advertisement — full page
Headlines/Articles:
- None (advertising only)
Advertisements:
- Selmer London Amplification — "New Models New Specification New Presentation": Full-page illustrated amplifier catalogue ad using the same fairground/steamboat graphic style as page 17, continuing the Trade Fair theme.
- Treble 'n' Bass 50: 50-watt, two-channel, four inputs, separate volume/bass/treble per channel. No. 7302 (60 gns), No. 7303 with Reverb (75 gns); Treble 'n' Bass 100: No. 7304 (93 gns).
- P.A. 100 Amplifier: 100-watt, four high-impedance inputs, single volume control. No. 7307 (95 gns).
- P.A. 100/Reverb: 6 inputs, high impedance with volume/treble/bass, echo, 100-watt. No. 7308/H (130 gns); low-impedance model No. 7308/L (145 gns).
- Super Zodiac 50: 50-watt, two-channel, volume/treble/bass/tremolo and six-way push-button controls. No. 7309 (60 gns); Super Zodiac 100 (70 gns).
- Zenith 50: 50-watt, two-channel, two inputs and volume/bass/treble, Reverb on both channels. No. 7311 (95 gns); Zenith 100, No. 7312 (105 gns).
- Saturn 60: 60-watt solid state, two channels each with two inputs, Reverb and Channel stand. No. 7313 (150 gns).
- AP Twin 30 Amp: All-purpose, 30-watt, twin high-impedance inputs, separate volume and tone controls, two 12" speakers. No. 7306 (75 gns).
- Mercury 5 Amp: 5-watt, all silicon solid state, two inputs, tone control/mains switch, 8" speaker. No. 7300 (23 gns); No. 7301 with tremolo (29 gns).
- A.P. Speaker Cabinets: Two 12" speakers; No. 7353 (72 gns); 100-watt model No. 7354 (108 gns).
- Column Speakers: 1V/4/12 4–12" speakers; 1V/4/8 4–8" speakers. Prices from 30–78 gns per column.
- Goliath Speakers: Goliath 100 (10" and 12" speakers, up to 100 watts); Goliath 50.
- Meazzi Echo: Stereo 60, No. 7744; Universal 30, No. 7345; Factotum No. 7745.
Photos/Images:
- Photographs of each amplifier/speaker model listed above
- Illustrated fairground/steamboat decorative border (continuing the Selmer Trade Fair campaign style)
Notes:
- Masthead reads "MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968" — part of a two-page Selmer spread (pages 19–20) timed to coincide with the AMII Trade Fair.
Content type: Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- N/A
Advertisements:
- Full-page Selmer advertisement (printed page 21), divided into four product sections:
- Hofner Guitars: Violin Bass ("World's most famous bass, as used by Paul McCartney") No. 5150 at 63 gns; Violin Guitar ("Exclusive to Selmer, London") No. 5136 at 60 gns; Matador No. 5104 at 18 gns; Alhambra No. 5103 at 27 gns
- Selmer London Guitars: Arizona (6-string No. 5152 at 32 gns; 12-string No. 5133 at 37 gns); Sevilla No. 5031 at 14 gns; Grandados No. 5040 at 10 gns; Blue Grass 6-string No. 5602 at 21 gns; Blue Grass 12-string No. 5600 at 24 gns
- Meazzi Units: Instrument Mikes for Clarinet (No. 2991, 24 gns), Saxophone (No. 2992, 24 gns), Trumpet (No. 2993, 24 gns), Trombone (No. 2994, 24 gns)
- Olds Brass: Super Trumpet No. 3411, large bore, Bb at 190 gns; Super Trombone No. 5431 at 192 gns
- Left edge (partially visible): amplifier/speaker products, partially cut off
Photos/Images:
- Line drawings/illustrations of all guitars and instruments listed above
- Decorative art nouveau-style border with wave and scroll motifs in black
Notes:
- The Paul McCartney Hofner Violin Bass endorsement is prominently featured
- Printed page number visible at top right: "MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968—Page 21"
Content type: Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- N/A
Advertisements:
- Continuation of the full-page Selmer advertisement, headline: "SELMER for the finest in 'sound'" (printed page 22), divided into wind and keyboard sections:
- Wind Instruments: Melody Maker Trumpet No. 8810 at 20 gns; French Horn Single (No. 3667, 65 gns) and Double (No. 3668, 85 gns); Gold Seal Flute No. 1260 at 33 gns; Console Flute (Boehm system) No. 1460 at 44 gns; Steel Ebonite Clarinet No. 2960 at 27 gns
- Keyboard Instruments: Companion Organs (Standard chord organ, 27 piano keys, 12 chord buttons, No. 6600 at 19 gns; Mary De Luxe No. 6601 at 20 gns; Companion 45 at 30 gns); Capri Organs (No. 8800 at 200 gns; Capri 30 at 120 gns; No. 8801/02 at 119 gns; No. 8801 at 24 gns); Panther Duo (No. 8006 Pedal Board at 30 gns; Panther 105 at 121 gns; No. 8804)
- Mail-order coupon: "Please send me a brochure on Selmer (indicate with a tick) BRASS / WIND / SAX & WOOD / KEYBOARD / AMPLIFIERS", address to Selmer, 114-116 Charing Cross Road, London, W.C.2
Photos/Images:
- Line drawings of all instruments listed
- Decorative art nouveau ship/maritime scene framing the page
- Selmer logo flag illustration
Notes:
- Printed page number visible at top left: "Page 22"
- The Selmer advertisement spans both pages 19 and 20 (printed pages 21–22) as a double spread
Content type: Feature article / Trade fair coverage
Headlines/Articles:
- "Trade Fair Special — A Survey of Exhibits on Display": Multi-company preview of exhibits at an upcoming music trade fair (printed page 23). Coverage includes:
- Watkins: Watkins Electric Music Ltd. showing high-power amplification. Products include Normal 4×12in and 6×12in speaker columns with heavy magnet work; PA system ranging 40–1,000 watts. Charlie Watkins and his co-directors mentioned as on hand to advise. Also showing the Watkins Audiomaster 5-channel studio mixer and Watkins Super PA100 amplifier.
- Stentor: Stentor Music Co. Ltd. showing large instrument range including the Fairfield cello (professional quality, made in England to high standards, supplied with canvas cover and Brazilian bow) at 7s 4d. Guitars from Japan (Hohner, Guimbas, Knickhalm), acoustic bass guitar, mandolins, saxophones, electronic guitars from Italy.
- Weekes: Weekes Musical Instruments Ltd. of Great Yarmouth showing good-class educational instruments. Including the colourful plastic kazoo (at 2s 6d), Sonette Junior organ (3 octaves, 24-chord keys, retails at £35), and a wide range of strings, zithers, dulcimers, violas, cellos.
- Woods: WOODS (Pianos and Organ Ltd.) of Bolton, wholesale distributors for the Conn Organ Corporation of America showing four new models and a range of electronic pipes in Room 124. Also the 342 Minuette organ. David Nicholas (Conn, UK) and Bob Zadel (Conn, USA) and Mr Jack Deacon in attendance. Watkins making specialty of music strings and Buffalo plastic drum heads.
- Rudall Carte: Widening the Romilly flute line with addition of clarinets and band brass: Sonata Bb clarinet, Concerto Bb, A-natural clarinet. Brass range includes trumpets, trombones, full band range. Weltklang euphoniums, Record 2000 and Exquisit trumpets, 5000 trombones. Also first-class saxophones and a range of hornmakers including Hans Hoyer. Sale recital fixed for Monday, August 19th at 7.45 p.m. at Duke Street Baptist Church, Richmond.
- Hohner accordion advertisement (right column): "Accordions are the Centre of Attraction" — Hohner, 11–13 Farringdon Road, London, E.C.1. Notes that Hohner also make harmonicas and Melodicas.
Photos/Images:
- Fairfield cello (captioned)
- Rose Morris 120 big band outfit (drum kit, captioned)
- Watkins Audiomaster 5-channel studio mixer (captioned)
- Weeks Sonette Junior organ (captioned)
- Watkins Super PA100 amplifier (captioned)
- Hohner advertisement photo: young woman and man playing accordion
Notes:
- Printed page number visible at top right: "MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968—Page 23"
- The Trade Fair previewed is likely the annual British music trade fair (Frankfurt or UK equivalent); the recital at Duke Street Baptist Church, Richmond, on August 19th is noted
- Cord Organ Corporation of America products to be demonstrated at the 641 Theatre, with 148 and 145 pipes
Content type: Trade Fair Feature / Advertisements
Headlines/Articles:
- Trade Fair Special — A Survey of Exhibits on Display: Multi-column feature covering exhibitors at the Musical Instrument Trade Fair (Russell Hotel, London, Aug. 18–22). Companies covered include Fletcher Coppock & Newman (guitars, cellos, piano stools), British Music (British Music/Tennis Strings Ltd), Beverley (Beverley Musical Instruments — Fama/Panarama snare drums), Barnes and Mullins (school percussion, glockenspiels, xylophones — new Rolff brand), Rosetti (new showroom in London's Old Street; instruments including Epigoni, Hoyer, Taira, Vandoren, Reynolds, Buffet Crampons, Haegstrom, Levin, Gazelle, Cougar, Lynx brands), Dallas (Dallas Arbiter displaying Fender Telecasters, Stratocasters at 900 gns), Vox (new name — Vox Sound Equipment Ltd; showing Vox organs, Continental, Jaguar, Riviera, Dominator compact; new Galaxy 4 drums; Zoom Reverb Unit; Wah-wah/Fuzz pedals), Rose-Morris (Selmer, Zenith Mark III trumpet), and Selmer (introducing range of new models including Fuzz tone in C and F).
Advertisements:
- Zoom Reverb Unit (Hornby Skewes): Mains model £21.14.0, Battery model £19.19.0; also Zonk Fuzz, Treble and Bass Booster, Piano and Accordion microphones — John Hornby Skewes & Co. Ltd, Salem House, Garforth.
- Rudall, Carte & Co. Ltd: distributors of fine brass and woodwind; Musical Instrument Trade Fair, Russell Hotel, Aug. 18–22.
- Rotosound Plec-Holda card: "New!! PLEC-HOLDA — Self-adhesive, easy to fix, holds all types of plecs, will not damage any surface."
- Vox Solid State Amplifier (product image).
- Vox Continental dual-manual organ (product image).
Photos/Images:
- Zenith Mark III trumpet outfit (product photograph).
- Vox Solid State Amplifier (product photograph).
- Vox Continental dual-manual organ (product photograph).
- Rotosound Plec-Holda card (product image).
Notes:
- Page header reads "Page 24 — Melody Maker, August 17, 1968" (note: despite being filed as image 22, the printed page number is 24).
- The Trade Fair Special masthead runs across the top of the page.
- Very dense multi-column layout typical of trade fair coverage.
Content type: Advertisement (full page)
Headlines/Articles:
- None (full-page advertisement).
Advertisements:
- Full-page Marshall amplification advertisement: "MARSHALL — Today's Big Sound — for Today's Big Groups." Large illustration of a Marshall stack with multiple musicians around it. Endorsing artists listed include: Jimi Hendrix, The Monkees, Bee Gees, The Who, Move, Traffic, The Herd, Spencer Davis, Jeff Beck, Moody Blues, John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, The Jimmy James Show, The Soft Machine, Love Affair, Geno Washington, Tremeloes, Vanilla Fudge, Cat Stevens, Plastic Penny, Manfred Mann (Tom McGuinness and Klaus Voorman), The Deep Purple, Sons and Lovers, Grapefruit, Fleetwood Mac, The Family, Mike Stuart Spann, Jimmy Cliff, Virgin Sleep, Mode's Mode, Wynder K. Frogg, Spooky Tooth, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Roy Orbison, Lord David Sutch, Rocky Roberts (Italy), De Maskers (Holland), Rainbow Ffolly, The Len Marshall Show (D.J.), The Toast. Distributed by Rose-Morris & Co. Ltd, 32/34 Gordon House Road, London, NW5.
Photos/Images:
- Large pen-and-ink illustration of various musicians gathered around a Marshall stack (guitar, bass, drums, vocals). Jimi Hendrix is depicted prominently in the foreground.
Notes:
- Page header reads "Melody Maker, August 17, 1968 — Page 25."
- The Tyrannosaurus Rex listing is notable — the band had just released their debut album "My People Were Fair…" in July 1968.
- One of the most iconic Marshall trade advertisements of the era.
Content type: Trade Fair Feature / Advertisements
Headlines/Articles:
- Trade Fair Special — A Survey of Exhibits on Display (compiled by Chris Hayes): Continuation of the trade fair coverage. Companies covered include: Pan (Impact PA amplification systems — 100-watt Professional Mixer Unit with six channels; new 100-watt metal-clad PA amplifier), Rank (three new portable Farfisa electronic organs: Professional, Compact F.A.S.T.3, Compact 5020; new Farfisa Professional with 61-note keyboard; new Farfisa F.A.S.T.3 available with 49-note or 61-note keyboard), Fama (F.A.S.T.3 console organ — new smaller model superseding Gala de Luxe; Farfisa 5020 electronic organ), Boosey & Hawkes (B and H and Lafleur range of brass, woodwind, and strings; new Regent models: oboe, B and H alto and bass clarinets; Besson brass including new Zenith Mk III trumpet), Philips (Philicords GM731, GM735, GM733 — for school use; introduced for first time at fair), General Music (General Music Strings of South Wales — Picato, Monopole strings; new set for Flamenco guitar; also introducing nylon monofilament guitar strings), and Western Music Co. (electronic organs, pianos, musical instruments — free home demonstration available).
Advertisements:
- Rogers Drums / Guitars in the True Guitar Tradition (Rogers/Harmony/Guild/Martin/Ajax/Edgware): "Yours for the asking!" — Boosey & Hawkes (Sales) Ltd, Deansbrook Road, Edgware, Middlesex.
- Western Music Co. (150, 150a King Street, Hammersmith and 40 South End, Croydon): large selection of electronic organs, pianos and musical instruments; free home demonstration; HP and Part Exchange terms.
Photos/Images:
- Rose Morris Imperial electronic keyboard (product photograph — large image top-left of page).
- Regent Sonorite clarinet outfit (product photograph).
- Gerhard Schneider Double Horn (product photograph).
- Bosson range of International brass (product photograph, top-right).
Notes:
- Page header reads "Page 26 — Melody Maker, August 17, 1968."
- Compiled by Chris Hayes (Trade Fair Special credit line).
- The "Drummers & Guitarists" text box invites readers to write to their nearest B&H dealer for free Rogers/Guitar brochures.
Content type: Feature Article / Advertisements
Headlines/Articles:
- The Ginger Man — Ginger Baker Talks to Chris Welch: Extensive interview with Cream drummer Ginger Baker, conducted at his new home in Harrow. Pull quote: "The potential, especially Eric's, is ridiculous—more things should be played." Sections cover: Rift — Baker's reaction to Eric Clapton's announcement that Cream were breaking up, stating they won't finish working until end of year and "I'm going to retire in three years time anyway"; Happy — Baker's contentment and philosophical outlook; Tour — his critique of jazz, comments on Cream's studio material, disappointment at Eric's decision, admission that all their records have been "good, but material has been the problem." Baker also describes daily life at his new house: buying antique furniture, chopping trees, building a workshed and fish pond, creating a studio for painting, and constructing a large concrete/fibreglass/steel sculpture with an electric motor inside. Quiet dinner with Mrs Baker described. A recent sit-in with Phil Seamen and Georgie Fame mentioned.
- Country, Cabaret, and Rock — It's the New Look Jerry Lee Lewis (by Alan Walsh): Interview with Jerry Lee Lewis about his success in the country field ("one of my albums sold over 100,000"), his show at a Southern US town with Ferlin Husky, his recently staged version of Othello in Los Angeles (written by Jack Good), Tom Jones's connection to "Green Green Grass Of Home," and his hopes for a British tour in autumn.
Advertisements:
- The Four Tops: "Yesterday's Dreams" — Tamla Motown TMG663.
- Mireille Mathieu: "Souvenirs de Stefan" — Columbia DB8457.
- Hits '68 (Oliver Nelson, Pan Rue Russell & Henry Red Allen, and others) — various Impulse labels.
- The Locomotive: "Rudi's in Love" — Parlophone R5718.
- Boz: "Light My Fire" — Columbia DB8466.
- The Marianne: "See Saw" — Columbia DB8456.
- Jazz on Impulse — compilation/label promotion.
- Roger James Cooke: "Skyliner Pigeon" — Columbia DB8458.
- The Sugar Shoppe: "Hello, How Are You" — Capitol CL15550.
- Len Barry: "456 (Now I'm Alone)" — Bell BLL13022.
- The Tams: "Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy" — Stateside SS2123.
- Kippington Lodge: "Tell Me a Story" — Parlophone R5717.
- EMI Records footer (The Gramophone Company Ltd., 20 Manchester Square, London W1A 1ES).
Photos/Images:
- Large close-up portrait of Ginger Baker (curly hair, grinning), occupying the top centre of the page.
- Small photograph of Jerry Lee Lewis at the bottom left.
Notes:
- Page header reads "MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968—Page 27" (note: despite being filed as image 25, the printed page number is 27).
- The Ginger Baker interview occupies roughly two-thirds of the page; the Jerry Lee Lewis article fills the lower left column.
Content type: Trade Directory / Advertisements
Headlines/Articles:
- Your Musical Instrument Dealer: Full-page directory of authorised Premier & Selmer instrument dealers across the UK, organised by county and region. Coverage includes:
- Bedfordshire (Luton): Terry White Music — agents for Premier, Selmer, Vox Sound, MarshallAmplification, etc. Tuition available.
- Berkshire (Maidenhead): Pro-Musica — agents for Selmer, Rosetti, Vox, Arbiter, Marshall, Boosey & Hawkes, Roland; 40 and 61 Queen Street.
- Berkshire (Windsor): Hunt's Musical Suppliers — authorised Premier agent; 26–28 St Leonard's Road.
- Bristol: Browns of Bristol — electronic organs, musical instruments and accessories; 35 St Stephen's St.
- Buckinghamshire (High Wycombe): Wycombe Organ Centre — agents for Lowrey and Hammond Organs; 2a Desborough Avenue. Also: C. Birks (Prop.) — agents for Lowrey, Farfisa, Thomas, Baldwin, Philicorda, Wurlitzer, Gemini, Ri-ha, Livingston. Tuition by Vic Hammett.
- Cambridgeshire: Diller's Music Centre Ltd. (Sidney Street, Cambridge) — hire rental, concert party exchange. Ken Stevens (Cambridge) — repairs/overhauls for all leading makes.
- Cornwall (Truro): C.H. Yardley & Co. Ltd. — pianos, organs, all musical instruments; 10 New Bridge Street.
- County Durham (Bishop Auckland): Record & Book Centre (inc. Brothertsons) — electronic organ specialists; (Darlington) Geo. A. Williams & Son — Blackwellgate; (South Shields) Wiggs Ltd. (Est. 1875) — agents for Lowrey and Hammond Organs.
- Cumberland (Carlisle): J.P. Dias (Carlisle) Ltd. — Hammond, Boosey & Hawkes, Gemini.
- Derbyshire (Chesterfield): Hudson's The Music Centre; (Derby) C. Foulds & Son (Derby) Ltd. — 40 Irongate; Wisher (Derby) Ltd. — agents for all leading Musical Instrument Manufacturers.
- Devon (Plymouth): C.H. Yardley & Co. Ltd.; (Torquay) C.H. Yardley & Co. Ltd.; (Paignton) The Music Studio — agents for Boosey & Hawkes, Rose-Morris, Marshall; Premier & Selmer authorised dealer.
- Essex (Colchester): Mann's Music Shop — The House of Premier Records/East Anglia's popular music centre; Premier & Selmer authorised dealer. (Ilford) Ron's Music Shop Ltd. — Boosey & Hawkes main dealer.
- Gloucestershire (Cheltenham): Ken Watkinson Limited.
- Hampshire (Winchester): Whitwams of Winchester — Spanish guitar specialists, wide selection in stock.
- Hertfordshire (Hitchin): Record Shop — Musical Instruments Ltd; all musical instruments/accessories/pianos/organs. (St Albans): Hammond Organs and Pianos — Stockers of St Albans (Kemble Challen); Premier & Selmer authorised dealer. (Watford): Hammonds of Watford — Boosey & Hawkes Main Dealer; Premier & Selmer authorised dealer.
- Huntingdonshire (Peterborough): Musicians Paradise — 424 Park Road; (Peterborough also) Musicians Paradise.
- Isle of Wight (Newport): W. Teague & Co. Ltd.; (Ryde) W. Teague & Co. Ltd.
- Kent (Cliftonville): Kennard & Son Ltd. — Premier & Selmer main dealer; 90 Northdown Road, Cliftonville.
- Lancashire (Bolton): Harker & Howarth (Music) Ltd. — musical and recording specialists; 7 The Arcade, Bradshawgate. (Manchester) Forsyth Bros. Ltd. — 126 Deansgate (Tel. 061-834 3281); all major agencies, sheet music, concert bookings. (Manchester) Hammond Organs and Pianos — New Showrooms; part exchange. (Manchester) Mameloks — special new credit terms; 445 High Street Manor Park, London E.12. (Manchester) George Howarth & Son — specialist dealers for Woodwind and Strings; 348 Deansgate.
- Lincolnshire (Grimsby): Charles Perritt Limited — 242 Freeman Street.
- London (E.11): Freedmans Musical Instruments Ltd. — 97 High Road, Leytonstone; authorised Premier/Selmer ex-stock. (E.12): J.60 Music Bar — 445 High Street Manor Park; all musical instruments; run by musicians for musicians. (N.W.5): George Howarth & Son — agents for S.M.L. of Paris; 28 Upper Tollington Park. (S.W.2): Cramer (Brixton) — lowest prices, easy terms, immediate delivery, personal service. (S.W.17): Terry Walsh / Bobby Kevin — agents for world's leading manufacturers; 42 Upper Tooting Road. (S.W.19): Geo. Cummings & Son Ltd. — 34 Merton Road. (W.1): Ivor Mairants Musicentre — 56 Rathbone Place, Oxford Street; Tel. 01-361 1455. (W.5): Crowne Agencies — 36 Bond Street Ealing; all musical instruments; organs in stock; express repair service.
- Scotland (Edinburgh, Paisley, etc.) and other dealers also listed.
- The Music Box (Meiklem's Music Ltd., Bathgate, W. Lothian) — panel of experts including Messrs. Vox, Marshall, Selmer, Impact, Bird, W.E.M., Schaller, Vortexion, Rogers, Leak, Philips, Farfisa, Dallas-Arbiter, Lee Products, Eagle Products, Fenton Weill, Moore-Randall, Antoria, B.E.L. Plus.
Advertisements:
- Bargain Centre (181 Sth. Ealing Rd., Ealing, London W.5; Tel. 01-560 0520): "We Buy — Sell — Exchange Anybody's Gear / We are the Main Agents for Bargains!!!" Also offers while-u-wait amp repair service and special discount for vans & cars. Lists specific secondhand items: Hofner Committee Bass (blonde), Hofner Galaxy (solid, red), Iris J guitar, Yeo Organ Guitar, Chet Atkins (orange), Conn Boehm Clarinet, Edgware Boehm Clarinet, Conn Soprano Saxophone.
- Moores Bradford (16 North Parade, Bradford Tel. Bradford 23107): Drum kit No. 5 (Olympic kit, black and white plastic, £35.0.0); Imperial Trumpet (GL, 22 gns); Edgware Metal Boehm Flute (36 gns); Rudy Muck 32 Trumpet (36 gns).
- Kitchens of Leeds adverts.
Photos/Images:
- None (text-only directory layout with dealer display advertisements).
Notes:
- Page header reads "Page 28 — MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968" (note: despite being filed as image 26, the printed page number is 28).
- The Premier & Selmer "Authorised Dealer" logo appears repeatedly throughout the page alongside individual dealer entries.
- The layout is a dense multi-column classified directory typical of the period.
Content type: Trade Directory / Advertisements / Reader Q&A Column
Headlines/Articles:
- Your Musical Instrument Dealer — "will be glad to help you" (continuation): Second page of the UK dealer directory, organised by county and region. Coverage includes:
- W.C.2 (London): G. Scarth Ltd. — 55 Charing Cross Road; large stocks of brass, woodwind, percussion. Also St Giles Music Centre — 16–18 St Giles' High Street, London WC2.
- Northamptonshire: The Midland Music Centre (6 Cowper Street, off Kettering Road, Northampton) — agents for Lowrey, Farfisa, Philicorda, Lindner Pianos, Marshall & Park Amplification, Fender, Gibson Epiphone, Gretsch; largest selection of classical guitars in the Midlands. Wheeler's Musical Showrooms (King's Lynn).
- Nottinghamshire (Nottingham): Clement Pianos Ltd. — 21–23 Derby Road; Midlands' largest piano specialists; sheet music department.
- Shropshire (Oswestry): N.E. Read — experts and stockists of all instruments and accessories; Boosey & Hawkes agents; 20, 24 Church Street. (Shrewsbury): Brattons Pianos Ltd. — 23 Dogpole; agents for Rose Morris, Hohner, Rosetti, Selmer.
- Staffordshire (Stoke-on-Trent/Hanley): Chatfields of Hanley — sheet music and musical instrument specialists; Boosey & Hawkes main dealer; postal service. Contact: 2 Hope Street, Hanley.
- Suffolk (Bury St. Edmunds): Albert Balaam — musical instrument specialists; agents for Premier, Selmer, Boosey & Hawkes, Hammond; 103 Risbygate Street; also 69 St Matthew's Street, Ipswich.
- Sussex (Brighton): Lyon & Hall Ltd. — 92 Western Road; sole agents for Hammond Organs. (Eastbourne): Leonard Booth — for all musical instruments and accessories; 35 South Street.
- Warwickshire (Birmingham): Smallwood Piano Co. Ltd. — 82 Smallbrook Ringway; agents for Hammond and Faling Organs. Kay Westworths Melody House — 17 Cannon Street; "Birmingham's favourite music shop." Yardleys Birmingham — largest stocks of brass and reed instruments in the Midlands; trumpets from £12, trombones from £15, clarinets from £12, alto saxophones from £25, tenor saxophones from £45; 87/89 Snow Hill.
- Worcestershire (Dudley): James Stanton & Sons Ltd. — for all musical requirements (drums, guitars, organs); after-sales service; 10 Castle Street.
- Yorkshire (Doncaster): E. Smedley and Sons Ltd. — 17 Printing Office Street; agents for Watkins, Gemini, Selmer. (Hull): J.P. Cornell — agents for Lowrey, Wurlitzer, Compton, Ri-Ha and Baldwin Organs; 31–35 Spring Bank. (Middlesbrough): Keyboard Sounds — 64 Corporation Street.
- Scotland (Aberdeen): Harry Lord (Music) Ltd. — 239 George Street. (Glasgow): Biggars — The Centre of Music, 271–5 Sauchiehall Street; for organs and cymbals. J.D. Cuthbertson & Co — 226 Sauchiehall Street; Premier & Selmer authorised dealer. Arkay Music Ltd. (Paisley): J.D. Cuthbertson & Co — 5 Gilmore Street. (Edinburgh): Rae Macintosh & Co. Ltd. — 39 George Street; pianos and tape recorders; amplification equipment. Pete Seaton — 18 Hope Park Terrace.
- Wales (Haverfordwest): Swales Music Centre — High Street; Premier & Selmer authorised dealer. (Llandudno): Vincent Wagstaff Limited — 12 Vaughan Street. (Llanelli): The Falcon Music Shop — 3 Park Street.
- N. Ireland (Ballymoney): Johnnie Owens — 13 Charles Street; musical instruments, accessories and repairs. (Belfast): Crymble's — all musical instruments and accessories; 58 Wellington Place.
- Channel Islands: Arkay Music Ltd. — Jersey; Tel. Jersey Central 24809.
- Inverness: Bruce Miller's — 2 Queensgate Arcade. (Aberdeen): Bruce Miller's — 51–53 George Street.
- Expert Advice (by Chris Hayes): Q&A column answering reader enquiries:
- Stevie Winwood's gear (Roger Neil, Stratford): Plays a Gibson Firebird; Marshall 50-watt amplifier with one 6×10 cabinet; uses Picato strings with two 1sts as 1st and 2nd.
- Instrument on John Barry's "Vendetta" (P. Taylor, Hove) / Bobby Goldsboro fan club (H. Parker, Rayleigh) / Freddy Davies "Semolina" record (Mrs Kemp, Gosport): "Vendetta" features a cimbalom (described in Sibyl Marcuse's Musical Instruments, Country Life, 50s, as a dulcimer of the Hungarian gypsies). Bobby Goldsboro Fan Club secretary: Barbara Scott, United Artists Records, 37 Mortimer Street, London W1. "Semolina" available from Major-Minor Records Ltd, 58–59 Great Marlborough Street, London W1 (catalogue no. MM512, send 9s 6d).
- Kenny Ball's band changes (A. Windgassen, Germany): Terry Lightfoot replaced Dave Jones on clarinet (Feb 10, 1967); Andy Cooper replaced Terry Lightfoot (Nov 10, 1967). Band goes to East Germany for 10 days on September 1. Kenny uses two trumpets equally — a King Silver Flair and a Getzen; also plays cornet and flugelhorn.
- Wout Steenhuis (John Fairs, Rustington): Steenhuis responds personally — played once with Django Reinhardt when Django visited Holland after the War; the "John Jelmer" Hawaiian guitar was labeled with a Dutch name he uses for songwriting; has been playing guitar for many years; six of the songs on his LPs are his own compositions.
- Ernie Tomasso's son Enrico (Reg Wheeler, Taunton): Ernie has two more talented children; Enrico was taught by Dick and within 12 months had won a big county prize playing Bobby Hackett's "Fascinating Rhythm."
- Psychedelic bass drum design / "Shrine on the Second Floor" / Savoy Brown Blues Band LP sleeve (A. Thornton, Kidlington; V.M. Ainsley, Portsmouth; R. Walker, Forest Gate): Answered but partially cut off in OCR.
Advertisements:
- Advice-Dealers Bargains: Advertisement for the dealer directory; contact Derek Little, Advertisement Dept., Melody Maker, 161 Fleet Street E.C.4 (Fleet Street 5011).
Photos/Images:
- None (text-only column layout).
Notes:
- Page header reads "MELODY MAKER, August 17, 1968—Page 29" (note: despite being filed as image 27, the printed page number is 29).
- The Expert Advice column occupies the right-hand column alongside the dealer directory continuation.
- Wout Steenhuis's response is one of the few instances in the column where a named artist answers directly in the first person.
Content type: Festival coverage / News
Headlines/Articles:
- "Music triumphs, despite rain, accidents and the rockers": Extended festival report on the National Jazz and Blues Festival. Covers both the Sunbury jazz day (Mike Westbrook, Don Rendell & Ian Carr, Alan Haven, Ronnie Scott, Jon Hendricks) and the evening rock programme (Joe Cocker, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Clouds, Ten Years After, Jerry Lee Lewis, Marmalade). Reports that rockers caused trouble — bottles thrown, road manager John Glover injured, scaffolding bolt went through Andrew Steel's bass drum, show stopped.
- "Youth Jazz Ork — more a case of 'play something revolutionary'" (Sofia, Bulgaria): The London Youth Jazz Orchestra won a Gold Medal at the 9th World Youth Festival in Sofia, Bulgaria, performing a half-hour set that included "Taste Of Honey," "Cute," and "Upright" from the Buddy Rich book. Nine soloists featured; Pete Duncan on fluegel and baritonist Mike Page highlighted.
- "Gentle setting for some sparkling jazz": Coverage of the jazz festival in Molde, Norway (population 18,000), a four-day event. Reports on Don Cherry, Phil Woods, Jon Hendricks, and Monica Zetterlund among performers.
- "SUNDAY — by Tony Wilson": Column covering Jethro Tull at the Sunday evening programme, Fairport Convention, and the Climax Chicago Blues Band.
Advertisements:
- None prominent
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Tyrannosaurus Rex (Marc Bolan and band) performing; caption: "TYRANNOSAURUS REX: plonking 'Deborah' with their usual energy"
- Photo of Don Cherry/Phil Woods/Jon Hendricks at the Molde festival
Notes:
- Printed page number is 30 (file is numbered 28)
- The Herd were disappointed at not being allowed to perform at the festival
- Ronnie Scott's set was watched by members of Ten Years After and the Nice
Content type: Singles reviews / News
Headlines/Articles:
- "A Berkshire hoedown that could be Traffic's biggest...": Chris Welch reviews Traffic's "You Can All Join In" (Island) — written by Dave Mason, described as a square dance with country and western guitar, hooting saxophone from Chris Wood. Rated as potentially Traffic's biggest hit.
- Singles reviews column by Chris Welch, including:
- PICK OF THE WEEK — Perishers: "How Does It Feel" (Fontana): described as "bubblegum music" with "cling-cling piano" and throaty vocals from a Liverpool group on their first real release
- Ray Stevens: "Mr. Businessman" (Monument)
- Four Tops: "Yesterday's Dreams" (Tamla Motown)
- Peppermint Rainbow: "Walking In Different Circles" (MCA)
- Louis Armstrong: "When You're Smiling" (Buena Vista)
- O.C. Smith: "Main Street Mission" (CBS)
- Duster Bennett: "It's A Bring Down (Blue Horizon)"
- Guy Darrell: "Skyline Pigeon" (Pye)
- Rascals: "People Got To Be Free" (Atlantic)
- Jerry Lee Lewis: "What's Made A Loser Of Me" (Phillips)
- Adge Cutler and The Wurzels: "Up The Clump" (Columbia)
- World Of Oz: "King Croesus" (Deram)
- Leroy Holmes: "The Good, The Bad And The Ugly" (United Artists)
- "Champion Jack gets return date in Birmingham": Champion Jack Dupree to play at Henry's Blueshouse, Crown Hotel, Station Street, Birmingham on September 10.
- News In Brief: Diz Dizley guitar night at London's 100 Club; Ronnie Rose; Paul Korda; Tim Andrews; The Symbols new single "Do I Love You"; Skip Bifferty and The Lemon; Climax Chicago Blues Band European dates; Norman Vaughan single "Any Time" on David Frost show.
Advertisements:
- Full-page ad (right side): "OUT TODAY GOAL — the great NEW soccer weekly!" with £2,000 competition. Priced 1/6.
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Traffic performing; caption: "TRAFFIC: bringing a spark to a dull chart scene"
- Small group photo for PICK OF THE WEEK (The Perishers)
Notes:
- Printed page number is 31 (file is numbered 29)
Content type: Jazz album reviews / Feature
Headlines/Articles:
- "Vintage Goodman with Christian": Feature and LP review of cheap Realm Jazz series reissues of Charlie Christian recordings with Benny Goodman Sextet/Orchestra. Discusses Christian's guitar technique, Goodman's sidemen (Lionel Hampton, Dave Tough, Cootie Williams, George Auld, Jo Jones etc.). Notes the 16-track double LP format as excellent value and recommends the series to collectors.
- NEW JAZZ RECORDS (reviewers: Bob Dawbarn, Bob Houston, Jack Hutton, Max Jones):
- Stan Kenton: "The World We Know" (Capitol T2810) — romantic big-band set featuring arrangements drawing on the Kenton heritage (Rugolo, Russo, Holman vocabulary); highlights "Girl Talk" and "A Man And A Woman." Reviewed by B.H. as "extremely enjoyable."
- Jimmy Smith: "Jimmy Smith's Greatest Hits!" (Blue Note BST89901) — 2-LP package from Blue Note years; tracks include "The Champ," "The Sermon," "Prayer Meetin'," "All Day Long," "Midnight Special." Personnel includes Lou Donaldson, Stanley Turrentine, Kenny Burrell, Art Blakey. Reviewed by B.H., sells at 51s 11d.
- Gary Burton Quartet: "Lofty Fake Anagram" (RCA Victor SF7923) — Burton (vbs), Larry Coryell (gtr), Steve Swallow (bass), Bob Moses (drs). Material includes Duke Ellington, Mike Gibbs, Carla Bley. Highs on "Mother Of The Dead Man" and "Feelings And Things." Reviewed by B.H.
- Donald Byrd: "Blackjack" (Blue Note BST84359) — Byrd (tpt), Sonny Red (alto), Hank Mobley (tnr), Cedar Walton (pno), Walter Booker (bass), Billy Higgins (drs). Best track: Byrd's own composition "Pentatonic." Reviewed by B.H.
- "Gems For Blues Fans": Column by Fred McDowell recommending blues albums including Fred McDowell/Forest City Joe (Atlantic), Alan Lomax Southern Folk Heritage series, and John Lee Hooker.
- "Radio Jazz": British radio jazz schedule listing for Friday 16 – Tuesday 20 August.
Advertisements:
- James Asman's Record Centres (West End, City) — jazz/pop/folk mail order
Photos/Images:
- Photo of Gary Burton; caption: "GARY BURTON: caused some critical heads to be lost"
- Small photo: Charlie Christian (in the Goodman feature)
- Small photo: Stan Kenton
- Small photo: Jimmy Smith
- Small photo: Donald Byrd
Notes:
- Printed page number is 32 (file is numbered 30)
- The Goodman/Christian feature notes the Realm Jazz series sells at 12s 6d per album
Content type: Feature article / Interview
Headlines/Articles:
- Simon and Garfunkel's Secret Is in the Songs: Feature article profiling Simon and Garfunkel backstage at the Royal Albert Hall. Describes the paradox of two reluctant pop stars attracting success without effort. Notes Paul Simon's folk-club roots in London, his modesty, and his prolific songwriting (around forty songs). References their "Bookends" album (top five in the US charts), their contribution to The Graduate soundtrack, and current British hit "Mrs. Robinson".
- Amen Corner's Shopping List — 14 steaks, 28 Cokes, 10 bottles of Squeezy and 14 of orange juice: Humorous interview by Chris Welch with Andy Fairweather-Low of Amen Corner. Covers Andy's thoughts on the pressures of fame, his inferiority complex, the shock of entering the music business, and his anxiety over "High In The Sky". Sub-sections headed: Shame, Shock, Reluctant, Scouts, Ulcers.
Advertisements:
- DISC and MUSIC ECHO: Full-column ad promoting that week's issue. Highlights: "Great new colour pictures of Simon and Garfunkel and Barry Gibb," special interviews with Amen Corner, Grapefruit, Sue Nicholls; Johnnie Walker's Soul Column; Jonathan King's column; three pages of news; full chart service; singles reviews by Penny Valentine. Price: 1s.
Photos/Images:
- Live photo of Simon and Garfunkel performing on stage (large, left column).
- Head-and-shoulders photo of Andy Fairweather-Low of Amen Corner, captioned "ANDY: ulcers over 'High In The Sky'".
Notes:
- The Simon and Garfunkel article references their manager Mort Lewis and Artie Garfunkel's illness (Art's illness).
- Andy's seven-piece group is mentioned alongside the business realities young pop groups face.
Content type: Folk listings / Feature articles
Headlines/Articles:
- Folk Forum: Comprehensive weekly folk gig listings for the London area and beyond, organised by day (Thursday through Wednesday, plus Bank Holiday). Venues include Fox Islington Green, La Fiesta, Troubadour, At Cousins (Greek Street), Bedfolk, Borehamwood, Piper's Club (Cornwall), and many others. Artists listed include: The Quaggysiders, Jon Betmead, Gordon Giltrap, The Sally Angie, John Bassette, The Strawbs, Dave and Toni Arthur, Jeremy Taylor, The Tinkers, Derek Brimstone, Sinnermen & Sara, Ian Anderson, Bedd Sullivan, Terry Gould, Maria McKelvie, Don Bonito, Colin Scott, Wizz Jones, Rod Hamilton, Ian Russell and the Crayfolk, Diz Disley, Don Shepherd, Ron Geesin, Marc Ellington, Cliff Aungier, Martin Windsor, Ceredig Davies, Dana Stirk, Dave Plane, David Campbell, Derek Sarjeant, Frase, and others.
- An Early Look at the Baez Mastery (Focus on Folk): Review/feature on Joan Baez. Notes her as "now a giant of the folk music world," heard at the beginning on "Best Of" mode. Discusses her material including "Dr. Wondrous," "What a Beautiful City," and "Careless Love." References her collaboration with Bill Wood.
- Stand by for the 'Electric' Judy Collins by Karl Dallas: Feature on Judy Collins making a brief visit to Britain. Warns that fans expecting a traditional folk set may be in for a shock — she will play electric organ, bass guitar, and drums. Discusses her recent albums and arrangements. Credits pianist Michael Sahl, bassist/guitarist Chris Ethridge, and percussionist Maury Baker. Photo caption: "JUDY: no radical switches in style."
Advertisements:
- Lewis Leathers: "Look Good & Feel Good in Lewis Leathers" — ad for leather jackets including "Westerner No. 988" and "Ramrod" styles. Prices from £11.18s.4d.
- Bronx Jacket No. 384: Related outerwear ad.
- Corsair (clothing).
Photos/Images:
- Large photo of Judy Collins performing, with caption "JUDY: no radical switches in style." (right column, large).
Notes:
- The Focus on Folk section spans pages 34–35.
- Teaser at bottom right: "In next week's Focus On Folk — Dave and Toni Arthur."
- Bank Holiday note: "All advertisement copy must reach us by Thursday August 29th" / "September 7th Issue."
Content type: Folk news / Club listings / Classified ads / Advertisement
Headlines/Articles:
- Denver Donates Royalties to Easterhouse Fund (Folk News by Tony Wilson): Nigel Denver and Jim McLean are donating royalties from their Decca single "The Barras" (written by Jim) to help finance a community centre at Easterhouse, Glasgow. Mentions Frankie Vaughan's appeal to gangs in the Easterhouse district.
- Folk News — Series: Following the news that Sweeney's Men may break up completely after the departure of Henry McCullough, there comes indication that the group will continue with Al O'Donnell as temporary replacement.
- Colin Bounces Back — Into the World of Folk (Focus on Folk continued): Feature on a folk singer called Colin who spent time in Majorca, invested money there, and is back in Britain. Quotes him on the Beatles and Rolling Stones as influences, his career in folk clubs and British universities, and his attraction to songs like "Early Morning Rain" and "Four Strong Winds." Colin sees the Beatles as the key that opened the musical door to what is and is not folk music.
- Club Scene (compiled by MM Men Throughout Britain): Blossom Dearie returns to the Opposite Lock, Birmingham, September 3–5. Mentions upcoming acts at the Opposite Lock including Maynard Ferguson Big Band, Gary Burton Quartet, Muddy Waters' Big Band, Joy Marshall. The County Luxury Club (Stockport) re-opened. The Rum Runner in Birmingham featured newly resident group the Young Blood. Notes on "Move to Stages" — a group jointly managed by Walker and Move drummer Bev Bevan.
Advertisements:
- Melody Maker Classified Ads (full section): Tuition (piano, clarinet, guitar, saxophone, etc.); Recording Studios; Special Notices; Musical Services; Rehearsal Rooms; Music (song writers, music wanted, trumpet studies); Transport; Sell Your Unwanted (instruments, amps, drums, organs, records).
- The Freddy Mack Show: Large ad for a touring show featuring Warren Davis and Rainbow Ffolly billed as "The Greatest Show on Earth — Soul Bands, Blues Groups, Pop Groups plus: Top Names from the U.S.A." Enquiries: Lee Allen or Del Taylor, London City Agency (J.C.D.) Ltd.
Photos/Images:
- Small photo of Denver captioned "DENVER: latest single."
- Photo of Blossom Dearie captioned "BLOSSOM."
Notes:
- "Focus on Folk" runs across pages 34–35.
- The Purbeck Folk Duo play hosts at the Frome Valley Folk Club at the Antelope Hotel, Wareham, Dorset. Started last October with John Pearse as club's first guest.
- Upcoming at Maidstone Town Hall on August 30: Ralph McTell, Bill Boazman, Joe Heron, Gerald T. Moore for a contemporary folk concert.
- Dave Waite has recorded ex-Countryman Dave Kelsey; to be released later in the year.
Content type: Advertisements (display ads — events, venues, agencies)
Headlines/Articles:
- N/A — full page of display advertising
Advertisements:
- Middle Earth presents "Magical Mystery Tour" (Aug 24–25): Large illustrated ad featuring The Incredible String Band, Traffic, Bonzo Dog Doo-Dah Band, Family, Fairport Convention, Pretty Things, Blossom Toes, Hurdy Gurdy, Deviants, Blonde on Blonde, 6-hour firework show, "A Whole 48 Hours of Freak-Out". Tagline: "The Magical Mystery Tour is Coming to Take You Away". "Only 2,000 tickets left."
- Middle Earth (New Roundhouse, Chalk Farm, 636-6311): Saturday August 17th, 10:30–Dawn — The Crazy World of Arthur Brown, The Writing on the Wall, Sam Apple Pie, Transcendental Aurora, Jeff Dexter, Films, Free Buses, World's Largest Light Show.
- Cromwellian (3 Cromwell Rd, South Kensington): "3 Floors of Fun Amidst Elegant Splendour in the Royal Borough of Kensington" — every night a top guest group; Malcolm with Top Sounds in Discs; fully licensed; open till 2:30am; free entry to girls before 11pm mid-week.
- New Era Jazzband: August schedule listing London venues including Elm Park Hotel (Hornchurch), Green Man (Blackheath), 100 Club (Oxford Street), Woodenbridge Motel, Concordia Club (Southampton). Enquiries: EAST 3499.
- John Edward Entertainment Agency: Sole agency for Katch 22 and The Toast. Enquiries: 01-806 4645 and 6494.
- "The Greatest Show on Earth" featuring Ossie Layne: Thu 15th – Sat 17th and Mon 19th – Wed 21st at the Playboy Club; Sun 18th at the Crystal Palace Hotel. Lee Allen Enterprises 01-836 0031, London City Agency 01-836 3831.
- September Bank Holiday Bluesology Festival (1st & 2nd September 1968, Chateau Impney, Droitwich, Worcestershire): John Mayall, Geno Washington, Fleetwood Mac, Freddy Mack Show. 1 gn./day; 35/- for two days.
- Hastings Pier — A Fantastic Night Out (Rainbow Promotions/Vic Lawrence, Sunday 18th August): The Funny Farm, George Bean & Trifle (Paul Jones' co-star in The Privilege), The Fabulous Modesmode. London's Top Mobile Discotheque with disc jockeys and go-go dancers. Advance tickets 7/6, door 10/-.
- Kensington — Music Every Night (Lilian & Jim Delaney present, Russell Gardens, Holland Rd W.14): John Chilton's Swing Kings featuring Brian Green Jazz Band; Frank Wagland's Celebrated Old-Time Music Hall; Danny Rae's Cabaret; Harry Walton's Dixieland Band; Colin Kingwell's Jazz Bandits with Ted Wood (vocals); Denny Ogden's Qrt.
- Tally Ho! (Fortess Rd, Kentish Town): Brian Green Jazz Band, Brian Lemon Trio, Tally Ho! Big Band, Johnnie Richardson Dixieland Band, Denny Ogden's Octet, Alan Littlejohn/Tony Milliner Septet.
- California Ballroom (Dunstable): Aynsley Dunbar Retaliation (Friday August 16th); Ben E. King (Saturday August 17th). Car park, supporting groups, bar extras.
- Eel Pie Island, Twickenham (Southbank Artistes): Wed 21st Aug — The Crazy World of Arthur Brown (Jade Hexogram, lights: Jeff Dexter); Wed 28th Aug — The Nice with East of Eden (lights: Jeff Dexter); Sat 17th — David Booth and his Canned Sound; Sun 18th — The Fantastic Blues of The Downliners Sect.
- Black Sheep (Mayfair's Latest Club): Friday Special: Eyes of Blue; Discotheque, Licensed Bar, Restaurant, open nightly 8pm–3am. 5 Whitehorse St, W.1.
- The Bal Tabarin (Downway, Bromley, Kent — South-East London's New Jazz Club): Saturday August 17th: Bob Wallis Jazzband (8–midnight); Monday August 19th: S-E London's Brightest Discotheque, 698 0952.
- Tony Rivers and the Castaways: Thank-you note to friends at the Marquee Club; reminder of appearance on Tuesday August 20th.
- Downliners Sect: The Standard Agency, 01-484 4551.
- Dantes Club (Mayfair's Latest Discotheque, 34 Albermarle St W.1): Lunchtime Rave 1:30–3pm; Swing Nightly 8:30pm–4am.
- British Tour for Bruce Channel: 12th September – 2nd October 1968. Clayman Agency, 01-247 5531 (10 lines).
- The Roaring 20's Club (50 Carnaby St W.1): Saturday August 17th — Glenroy Oakley plus Count Cripple (London's No.1 DJ). Rock Steady & Soul Club every night 5–9pm.
- Pegasus (Peter Morris, AMB 8371): Small talent/booking agency ad.
Photos/Images:
- Illustrated cartoon of a bus/coach for the Middle Earth "Magical Mystery Tour" ad.
Notes:
- This is magazine print page 36 (the file sequence number is 34).
- The page is densely packed with display ads — no editorial content.
- The Crazy World of Arthur Brown, Aynsley Dunbar Retaliation, Geno Washington, and Fleetwood Mac feature prominently across multiple ads.
- Notable psychedelic/underground venues heavily represented: Middle Earth (Roundhouse), Eel Pie Island.
Content type: Clubs listings (weekly venue/event directory)
Headlines/Articles:
- "CLUBS": Large masthead-style heading across the top of the page — the standard weekly clubs directory spread.
Advertisements:
- 100 Club (100 Oxford St, W.1, Sat 7:30–11:30pm): Diz Disley's Guitar Night (with special stars Keith Coppin, Alan Starks, Dennis Wright etc.); Monty Sunshine Jazzband; Terry Lightfoot's All-Star Jazzband; Alan Elsdon; Modern Jazz Guitar Night (John McLaughlin, etc.). Soul night: "Go Where the Action Is — Rock Steady and Soul with the Fantastic Sounds of London's No.1 Deejay" and John Edward Live; Glenroy Oakley and the Oracle. Sunday Night Spin: Mr. Excitement, Johnny Farlowe. Studio 51/Ken Colyer Club (10/11 Great Newport St) — Gothic Jazzband.
- The New Pink Flamingo (33–37 Wardour St, W.1): Dick Morrissey; "He's Here with the Johnny Farlowe Show". Fri 16th Aug all-night session (8pm–5am). Sat 17th Aug (7:30–6:09am) all-night soul session — The Motions, Soul Show Plus, The Triads, John Edward (ex-Radio London "Big L" DJ). Go-go dancers, food, snacks.
- Thames Hotel (various): Bob Wallis's Storyville Jazzband; Alan Elsdon; Eric Silk and his Southern Jazzband.
- Marquee (90 Wardour St, London W.1): The Beatstalkers, The Open Mind; Fri 16th (7:30–11pm): Ten Years After (back from American tour), Tramline, Neat Change, Yes!, House of Lords with Stuart Henry; Tony Rivers and the Castaways, The Glass Menagerie; Wed 21st: Joe Cocker + The Open Mind. Marquee Studios (10 Richmond Mews W.1, 01-437 6731): 4-track, stereo, mono recordings.
- Bluesville '68 Clubs ("The Manor House", opp. Tube N.4, 7:30–11pm): Fri 16th — Blues Night: Chicken Shack, John Mayall's Blues Breakers; Sat 17th — Mike Raven Live!! Gala Opening Tue 27th August (Radio 1's Top R&B DJ).
- Ronnie Scott's Club (47 Frith St, W.1, 01-437 4234): Wine & Dine nightly 8:30pm–3am — Blossom Dearie and her Trio, Alan Haven Trio, and the Gordon Beck Trio. From Aug 19th: Joe Henderson, Ronnie Scott, The Band and Joy Marshall (with the Brian Lemon Trio). Reduced admission before 9:30pm Mon–Thu.
- Bull's Head (Barnes Bridge, 789 5241): Resident Trio; Tony Lee-Graham; Standard Rhythm Thu/Fri with Bill Le Sage Trio; Harold McNair; Joe Harriott and Tommy Whittle; Alan Haven; Lennie Best; Danny Moss; Dick Morrissey and Bobby Breen.
- Savoy (formerly Witchdoctor, Catford): Sat 17th — Horace Faith and the Prophets, Steve Maxted Show, Joyce Bond Revue; next Sat 24th — Jimmy James and the Vagabonds.
- Mothers (High St, Erdington, Birmingham): Sat 17th — Joe Cocker (8pm–midnight: 4 hours of groups); Sun 18th — Blues Night: Keef Hartley; Wed 21st — Progressive Music Scene; Sat 24th — Aynsley Dunbar.
- The Taste (Britain's Newest & Best Blues Group): Robert Stigwood Organisation Ltd, 67 Brook St, W.1. Tel 629 9121.
- Klooks Kleek (Railway Hotel, 100 West End Lane, West Hampstead W.6): Thu 15th — Amboy Dukes; Tue 20th — Aynsley Dunbar + Junior Eyes; Thu 22nd — The Fantastics; Next Tuesday: Ten Years After.
- Woodgreen, Fishmongers Arms: Gordon Smith with Kokomo Phoenix; Sam Apple Pie; Skatalites.
- Country Club (Haverstock Hill NW3): Elmer Gantry's Velvet Opera.
- New Kings Hall, Herne Bay: The Freddy Mack Show; next week: Amboy Dukes.
- Railway Hotel, Wealdstone: Duster Bennett (Thu 15th); Baron Ray Sound (Fri); Joe E. Young and the Tonics (Sun 18th — be early!).
- Glastonbury Town Hall (Somerset): P.P. Arnold with T.N.T., "The Ramrod Ends!"
- Various jazz listings by day covering Beulah Jazz Club, Louisiana Jazzmakers, Boro Jazz Club, Osterley Jazz Club, Urban Gin House Ragtime Band; venues including Blaises (Juniors Eyes), Cooks Ferry Inn (Timebox), MJS Royal Oak (John McLaughlin), Plough Stockwell (Jimmy Skidmore), Bottleneck Blues Club (White Mule).
- Fan Clubs: Small classified ads — Bobby Goldsboro, Pat Boone (Official), Robert Plant (Birmingham), Dick Morrissey.
- Hotels section: Small display ads for Stonehouse Hotel and room hire at 2/4d per word.
Photos/Images:
- None — text-only listings page.
Notes:
- This is magazine print page 37 (the file sequence number is 35).
- Exceptionally rich clubs listing covering jazz, soul, blues, and rock venues across London and the UK.
- Notably: Ten Years After advertised as "back from their historical American tour" at the Marquee; Joe Cocker at Mothers (Birmingham) for four hours; John McLaughlin appears at multiple listings (100 Club, MJS Royal Oak, Cooks Ferry Inn area).
- The Taste listed as "Britain's Newest & Best Blues Group" via Robert Stigwood.
- Chicken Shack and John Mayall's Blues Breakers at Bluesville '68.
Content type: Classified advertisements (Musicians Wanted, Bands, Engagements Wanted, Situations, Mobile Discotheques, Vocalists)
Headlines/Articles:
- Classified Advertisement Department — "Melody Maker": 161–166 Fleet Street, London, EC4. Enquiries: Fleet Street 5011, Ext 171, 176, 334. Press dates noted; all advertising must be prepaid.
Advertisements:
- Bill Lewington Ltd (154 Shaftesbury Avenue W.C.2): Instrument dealer running full-length left-column ad listing prices for saxophones (Coleman Hawkins model, Morner, Snarman; Conn M.10, Selmer Mk VI, Pennsylvania), flutes (Gemeinhardt, Lerlang Series V, P&H Rudall Cartier, Avondales, Beason Academy), clarinets (Selmer Series V), trombones (King Super 30, Courtois 131, G&S, Uglatone), and other instruments. "For the first time in Britain" — Reginald Kell signature saxophones and clarinets.
- Len Stiles: Guitar dealer column on far right with prices (Gibson SG Standard, Gibson ES333, Gibson ES333 cherry red, Gibson ES330, Gibson ES335 tobacco, Gretsch Nashville etc.). "We will buy for cash your unwanted instruments."
- Beware! Art Wood forming the "Quiet Mellon": 01-994 3735. (Avant-garde/blues project by Art Wood.)
- Blues Band Modest Prices, London Area — Phone VIV.
- Rob Barter Orchestra (18–20 Garrick Way NW3): Blues band, London phone VIV.
- Paperback Edition now available: Published by Total Management International — Phil Brown's Jazz Band.
- Quartet Available: Piano/organ, bass/guitar, drums — available for night club bands or cabarets (via Melody Maker ad).
- Mustard Management, Rick Yates: 01-459 7330.
- Wanted Now — Souza/Tuba Player for Pro Jazzband: Tel 836 2665. (Also displayed in a box: "WANTED NOW — SOUZA-TUBA PLAYER for Pro Jazzband/Rush. Tel 836 2665.")
- Musicians Wanted section: Accordionist for London's Best Beer Cellar; Adaptable percussionist (bongos, congas, finger-cymbals) for unusual group; Attention — young pop group needed for Butlin's, accompany first-class orchestra artist, salary £45/week, residency from September 7–8; Bass guitarist and organist (Blues, progressive, versatile, own PA, transport); Powerful drummer required for young French group (London/Paris); Two saxophones required for Coventry band; Urgent lead guitarist, young, for South London blues/soul group (Tamil/Soul/Blues, vocal harmony); Urgently required — young pop group singer for continental touring.
- Engagements Wanted: Lead guitarist (Telecaster, experienced, wants working group); Rhythm guitarist seeking gigs and club dates; Organist (available for dance/cabaret/mobile discotheque); Pianist; Accordionist; Alto and clarinet (semi-pro, Coventry area); Alto saxophone (young, wants to join pro or semi-pro dance/jazz group); Bass and lead — join pro or semi-pro group; Drummer (various); Drummer pro; Drummer semi-pro Dixieland/old time music; Drummer versatile; various brass.
- Situations Vacant: Established 36-piece jazz group requires good manager (contacts essential); DJ (brilliant) seeks London area; Experienced booker/road manager required for West Midlands entertainment/agency management company; Young man seeks employment in music industry/agency.
- Situations Wanted: Semi-pro soul group looking for management; Organist required for Gordon Beck Trio booking; various vocalists.
- Mobile Discotheques: "At last!! Two great discos" — Channel One (01-445 9241) and New Dimensions (730-2453); Dance to the music of new centuries (Hire for parties, etc.); Co-Go Girls with Steve required.
- Vocalists: Vocalist urgently required for show group; Female vocal (duet or trio) experienced; Ronnie Reynolds vocal group; young lead vocalist wanted; Vocalist (Young, experienced, seeks duo, also guitar); "Top coloured vocalist to join pro group".
- Leyton Baths Hall (High Road, E.10): Re-opens November 1968 after complete redecoration. Available for hire — Fridays, Saturdays, Nightly 1966–April 1969 (dances, exhibitions, meetings). Accommodation for 1,200.
Photos/Images:
- None — classified text columns throughout.
Notes:
- This is magazine print page 38 (the file sequence number is 36).
- The "Beware! Art Wood forming the 'Quiet Mellon'" classified ad is notable — Art Wood (brother of Ronnie Wood) placing a band-formation ad.
- The page is the standard classified section typical of Melody Maker and provides rich documentation of the UK music scene's working infrastructure in August 1968: rates, agency contacts, and instrument dealers.
- The Souza/Tuba player wanted ad is unusual and prominently boxed.
Content type: Advertisements / Classifieds
Headlines/Articles:
- N/A — full page of display advertisements and classified listings
Advertisements:
- Chas. E. Foote Ltd. (20 Denman Street, W.1) — "We Sell Premier Drums" — also stocks brass, saxes, woodwind, guitars and basses; new and second-hand
- Cathedral Strings — complete sets for mandolin, banjo, guitar
- Classified Ads Melody Maker (161-166 Fleet St., E.C.4) — columns of small-ad classifieds: Insurance, Instruments for Sale, Instruments Wanted, Drums, Accessories, Records for Sale, Records Wanted, For Sale
- Selmer Musical Instruments Ltd. — "Last Two Weeks of Sale" — large price list of electric guitars, basses, amplifiers, basses, etc.
- PAN Musical Instruments (33/37 Wardour Street, W.1) — large display listing guitars, drums, bass guitars, saxophones, clarinets, amplifiers, organs with prices; "Premier & Impact Main Agent Kenny Nicholls"
- Rose-Morris Showrooms — "The Fabulous New Look New Sound" featuring Slingerland, Avedis Zildjian, Headmaster, Viscount, Marshall, Rickenbacker, Levin, EKO, Gibson, Fender, Shaftesbury; super secondhand bargains list
- G. Scarth Ltd. (55 Charing Cross Road) — banjos; open all day Saturday
- King St. Music Store (202 King Street, Hammersmith) — guitars, bass guitars, amps, drums, organs, full range of new Impact amplification; HP, part exchange, mail order
- Ivor Mairants Musicentre (56 Rathbone Place, W.1) — announces the "Oscar Teller 6P Electric" acoustic-electric classical guitar at 80 gns; also Lawrence Pickups
- Bargain Centre (181 South Ealing Road) — new instruments at reduced list prices including Epiphone Bass, Hofner Senator Bass, Selmer amps, Fender Telecasters
- Drum City (114 Shaftesbury Ave, W.1) — "SALE! Fantastic Reductions" — detailed price list of drum kits, snares, brass and woodwind; includes a free £1 voucher coupon
- Bank Holiday notice — September 7th issue; all advertisement copy must reach MM by Thursday August 29th
Photos/Images:
- Small product/logo illustrations within display ads (Premier Drums logo, Rose-Morris "New Look New Sound" drum kit graphic, Ivor Mairants guitar illustration)
Notes:
- Printed page number in masthead reads Page 39 (the scan file is numbered 37; the printed page number does not match the file sequence number)
- Page is almost entirely advertising with no editorial content
Content type: Letters / Mailbag
Headlines/Articles:
- MAILBAG — weekly reader letters page
- "Three cheers for CBS!" (opening letter) — J.R. Gosling, Stoke Newington, praises CBS Records for releasing Bob Dylan, the Byrds, Simon & Garfunkel, Electric Flag, Blood Sweat and Tears
- "Why moan? today's scene's the best" — large display headline; Barry Levene (LP Winner), South Ockendon, argues the current music scene is the best in a long while, citing Blood Sweat and Tears, Spirit, Country Joe and the Fish, Incredible String Band, Moody Blues, Roy Harper, Al Stewart, Tom Rush, Leonard Cohen
- "Please, please Gregory, use that Phone" — right-hand column; anxious parent writes to MM appealing to their son Gregory to make contact; editorial note frames this as a plea to the "pop generation"
- Multiple other reader letters on topics including: the Beatles' decline in press coverage (Yvonne C. Gool, Marlow); jazz losing its relevance (LP Winner); Radio Luxembourg deejay Tony Prince rudely interrupting "America" by the Nice (Graham Holmes, Glasgow); praise for Blackhill Enterprises' free Hyde Park concerts (H. Fair, London W14); defence of "Karyobin" by the Spontaneous Music Ensemble (Richard Johnson, Forest Hill); protest at "teenyboppers" being dismissed (Sylvia, aged 13, Poplar); jazz on radio being curtailed for sport (Dave Taylor, LP Winner); defence of Sue Nicholls against Ken Gaunt's criticism (Bill Kenwright); defence of Northern club standard (Tom Naunton, Seaham); defence of Hugh Neek against Bonzo Dog Band's Viv Stanshall (P.M. Cooper, Bromley); complaint about swearing on the Mailbag page (Sam Applepie, Walthamstow); "You've woken up to the Doors" — Vivienne Bidwell, St Johns Wood
- Sidebar preview: "reviewing the singles in next week's Blind Date — ANDY FAIRWEATHER LOW of the Amen Corner"
Advertisements:
- Sammy Davis Jnr. at the Lyceum, Sunday August 18th (2:30 pm) with the Skatalites, House of Lords, Humming Birds, Sharrons; hosted by Steve Maxted; tickets 2 gns., 25/-, 10/-; charity show sponsored by the All African Association and Oxfam
- Bank Holiday September 7th issue — advertisement copy deadline Thursday August 29th
- Riha Organ — "Scintillating Sound of the Riha Organ" at the Royal Hotel, Woburn Place, London, August 18–22, 10am–6pm; from your dealer or Feldmans, 64 Dean St., W.1
- Feldmans — "500 Advanced Chord Shapes for Guitar"
Photos/Images:
- Bob Dylan — headshot portrait photograph (top right of Mailbag)
- Country Joe and the Fish — large group photograph, captioned beneath (centre of page)
- Morrison (Jim Morrison) — headshot photograph, bottom right, accompanying the "You've woken up to the Doors" letter
Notes:
- Printed page number in masthead reads Page 40 (scan file numbered 38)
- LP Winners are highlighted with a bullet symbol throughout the letters column
Content type: Feature articles / Singles reviews / Advertisements (two facing pages shown side by side)
Left page (printed p.37):
- "THE GINGER MAN — Ginger Baker Talks to Chris Welch" — major feature with large portrait photograph of Ginger Baker; subheadings include: Happy, Rift, Tour, Security, Personality, Quiet, Fish, Beast; reports Peter "Ginger" Baker about to turn 29, discusses Cream, his Irish blood fans, wealth, sculpting and pottery habits
- "THE POTENTIAL, ESPECIALLY ERIC'S, IS RIDICULOUS—MORE THINGS SHOULD BE PLAYED" — large pull-quote centred across the spread; accompanied by small photograph (appears to be a Cream member)
- "Blind Date" column preview — bottom left, next week's reviewer listed as "New Blind Date" with a list: Stevie Wonder, Richard Barnes, Sandie Shaw, The Royal Showband, A. & M. Records, plus artist photo
Right page (printed p.38):
- "Country, Cabaret, and Rock—It's the New Look Jerry Lee Lewis" — article top right discussing Jerry Lee Lewis's crossover appeal (Country, Othello subsections visible)
- "Why does nobody love the Beatles?" by Alan Walsh — major article lower right; large display headline with caricature-style illustration of a figure; discusses the Beatles' press image and commercial standing; includes small photographs of Beatles members
- "Bruce Channel Singles Out the New Singles" — singles review column, bottom right; reviews include: The Marianas, O.C. Smith, The Royal Showband, Bobbie Gentry (CBS), Elaine De F.M.A.B., Louis Armstrong, Laine Davis, Billy Joe Royal, The Equals, The Babbles
Spanning content:
- The pull-quote "THE POTENTIAL, ESPECIALLY ERIC'S, IS RIDICULOUS—MORE THINGS SHOULD BE PLAYED" spans across the fold into both pages
Advertisements:
- EMI — display ad top right corner featuring: Mireille Mathieu "Souvenirs", The Locomotive, Boz "Light My Fire", Marianne "The Terms", Hits '68 sampler, Kippington Lodge, The Four Tops "Yesterday's Dreams", Jazz on Impulse, Roger James Cooke, Len Barry, Simon & Garfunkel (CBS)
- "For Love of Ivy" — film ad bottom right; Sidney Poitier; Quincy Jones soundtrack; from Sunday North London Odeon from August 25th (Bridges-Martin Peters-O'Connor)
Photos/Images:
- Ginger Baker — large close-up portrait photograph, left page upper section
- Small photograph (Cream member) accompanying the central pull-quote
- Caricature/line drawing illustration accompanying the Beatles article
Notes:
- This is the centre spread of the lift-out section; the two pages shown are printed as pp.37–38
- Image is in portrait orientation (not rotated), showing the two pages as a flat open spread
- Text is readable throughout; fold line runs down the centre between the two pages
Content type: Advertisement — full double-page spread
Left page:
- SELMER — brand name repeated in large decorative lettering running vertically down the full left margin in a bold illustrated style (psychedelic/decorative font); "New Models New Specification New Presentation" tagline
- "SELMER LONDON AMPLIFICATION" — section heading; product grid showing amplifiers with photographs and prices:
- Selmer Zodiac 20
- Super Zodiac 30
- P.A. 100 Amplifier (P.A. 100 Reverb)
- Selmer 60
- Treble 'n' Bass 50
- Treble 'n' Bass 100
Right page:
- "HOFNER GUITARS / SELMER LONDON GUITARS" — section heading running horizontally across top; product grid showing acoustic/classical guitars with photographs and prices:
- Star Guitar (classical)
- Guitar (nylon string classical)
- Ariosa (classical)
- Minstrel
- Alhambra
- Violin Box (acoustic/archtop)
- Ukulele Guitar
- "MEAZZI UNITS / OLDS BRASS" — section heading centre-right; products including:
- Instrument Mitre (Meazzi unit)
- Goliath Speakers
- Goliath 80 / Goliath 50 speaker cabinets
- A.P. Gem 30 Amp
- Column Speakers
- A.P. Speaker Cabinets
- Motorway Amp
- Decorative scrollwork border runs down the full right margin
Spanning content:
- The SELMER brand name lettering and the decorative border design frame the entire double-page spread
- Pink/red highlight ink used on the SELMER lettering on the left
Photos/Images:
- Product photographs for all amplifiers, guitars, and speaker cabinets
- Decorative illustrated elements: scrollwork borders, musical motifs at top
Notes:
- Full double-page advertisement for Selmer London covering amplification, guitars (Hofner), brass (Olds) and Meazzi units
- This is the regular magazine centre spread (the last image in the PDF)
- No OCR text available; all content described from visual inspection
- Fold line runs down the centre; some product text near the fold may be partially obscured