Re: My Gen over YRGM + ADAAOTN

[Ian Derby <csc2imd@cabell.vcu.edu>]

> Ian:
> I just think it was a bit stronger than "...doesn't mean it wasn't felt." It
> definitely was felt, although I must amend what I said anyway because Anyway
> Anyhow Anywhere was the first single with Punk attitude.

Well don't get picky.  OK My Generation was THE single that changed
the outlook of rock music from there on out.  I did say "watershed"
single which basically means the above.



> I do believe that MY GENERATION had an impact in the USA, despite the
> charting. And The Who's impact went on...is it a coincidence that Blue Cheer
> recorded a version of Summertime Blues in `68 much like what The Who played
> on their `67 tour? And the MC5...I don't even need to say it, do I?
> I totally agree with you about the Velvet Underground. But I must admit to
> never having heard Big Star.

Big Star was a band from Memphis in the early 70's that purposely
copied the mid 60's brit invasion and Byrds sound, fusing the two.
If you're looking for a taste, check out the 2 album on one CD "#1
Record/Radio City"