Here's a great example of a song that is taken over the edge of mediocrity by a few elements of the arrangement- firstly, Barbara and Brenda's vocals are superb! Secondly (and perhaps most unique) is the incredibly cool and groovin' baritone guitar part that drives the song along.
Composed of Barbara Gaskins & niece Brenda Gaskins, this group released a half dozen or so 45's before Brenda, burned by the music business, quit. Barbara continued on, playing guitar for Inez & Charlie Foxx and eventually ending up in disco group Ecstasy, Passion & Pain. A google search reveals she is still playing guitar and singing professionally.
from 1963...
BARBARA & BRENDA - LET'S GET TOGETHER
I listened before reading the posting and got all excited when I heard that guitar. Glad you pointed out about it being a baritone. Probably a Gibson EB-6. Great song but what a different feel it would have without that baritone. It really makes the song. Thanks for sharing it.
ReplyDeleteGuitar is very Duane Eddy-esque to my ears.
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