DC Larson's JUKEBOX JURY

Capsule reviews by a jury of one: Iowa journalist/author DC Larson. Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Blues, Alternative, Western Swing, R and B, Punk, Swing, Hillbilly, Glam, Americana. DC Larson's retro science fiction writing blog, from which the Eddie Atomic Space Adventures are available, is RETRO RIFF BOOKS. And his political writings one is AMERICAN SCENE MAGAZINE. Both are also on Blogspot. All original content on these three blogs is under author copyright.

Wednesday, July 9, 2025

The Stingrays

Stand By For Action

(Western Star)

There being no reason not to take up examples mounted by 1960s British Pop confectioners, the three involved here do so winningly and with beaming good cheer. (Inspiration arrives, too, from Gerry and Sylvia Anderson.) One marvels as spring-heeled melodies romp. Unanticipated twists ensure that matters hum steadily. The voices croon exultantly, and remind that lives lived with songs in heart and smiles wreathing faces know no grayness overhead.

Recommended: "It's Been Nice," "Why Little Girl," "Magic Carpet," "A Tribute to Buddy Holly," "Little Baby," "I'll Never Get Over You"

Videos: "It's Been Nice" "Why Little Girl" "Little Baby" "I'll Never Get Over You"

Collectors' Choice Music

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