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The 1960’s
was the time of the British Invasion - the term given to the
phenomenon of British bands crossing the Atlantic to the
United States in the search of fame and fortune. Leading the
pack was of course the Beatles.
There were others too such as the Rolling Stones, and the
Kinks whose musical styling formed the basis of hard rock
and heavy metal. And then there was Herman’s Hermits - a
band unlike so many others of that time. Their fresh-faced
youthfulness and innocence shone through in the lyrics like
the one shown above; making them one of the most accessible
bands around. The lifespan of the band was a mere seven
years, but in that short time, they had 20 singles reach the
Top 40 in Britain and 16 Top 20 singles in the United
States, as well as a double Grammy nomination for Mrs. Brown
You’ve Got a Lovely Daughter.
They carved out a niche for themselves in the demanding
world of popular music, leaving behind a legacy that has
lasted till today. Their music still live on - in the oldies
channels on radio stations, in the CDs and LPs of fans, and
in Peter Noone who performs in the band Herman’s Hermits
Starring Peter Noone. |
