They played teen clubs in the area like the Oasis and Discoteen, and a couple shows on the Hollywood strip with the Leaves and the Seeds. Their repertoire was all covers, mostly influenced by the Stones and other English groups.
Russ Johnson and Earl Shackelford wrote two songs just for the recording session, the first originals the band had ever played. They recorded at 9th Street studio in LA in August of 1966, with Richard Delvy, drummer for the Challengers engineering. Vic Gargano financed the record - he also produced the Tomorrows' La Do Da Da / Need Only You on Condor. Without the band's knowledge Gargano had a studio musician add guitar parts to enliven the sound. Although this upset the group, the resulting single is fantastic.
Pretty Little Thing features Bruce's sliding bass line, precise drumming from Soupy, and a raging organ solo by Ken Zabel. Earl's vocal has elements of Jagger's inflections but his voice is stronger. Somebody's Girl is more subdued but also powerful. Despite the quality of the record, it received little airplay.
The band returned to the studio to record more tracks for an album which was never finished. Soupy Morrow had an acetate of the sessions, but it has not surfaced since. These tracks are probably more psychedelic in nature, reflecting the influence of Earl's friend Chris Darrow on his songwriting. Earl had met Chris at the Forum Club in Montclair when Chris was with the Floggs. Earl would write three fine songs for Chris Darrow's next band, Kaleidoscope: I Found Out, Egyptian Candy, and Love Games.
Lacking success and headed in different musical directions, the band split up. Soupy died in a motorcycle accident in 1967, and Rick Edwards was killed in a car crash the following year while on tour. Earl stayed in music, notably forming Wheels with Chris Darrow and Walter Egan, and arranging vocal harmonies on Iggy Pop's New Values album.
the deepest blue
The Deepest Blue Lyrics
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You turn my ocean deepest blue
I never hide my thoughts from you
You're my deepest blue
If mother nature ever chose the name
I'm sure that she would chose the same
I never hide my thoughts from you
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
We've only got this time to prove
That together we can make it through
I'll never hide my thoughts from you
You're my deepest blue
If temptation ever came my way
I know the words I'd always say
I'll never hide my love from you
You're my deepest blue
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
Every time I try to move closer
The Deepest Blue's song Deepest Blue is a heartfelt tribute to the power of love and the strength it can give in difficult times. The lyrics are a testament to the idea that true love is not only about passion and attraction, but also about trust, honesty, and an unwavering commitment to one another. The song's title refers to the deep blue sea, a metaphor for the depth of emotion that the singer feels for their partner.
The opening lines, "The sun will always shine on you, You turn my ocean deepest blue," suggest that the singer sees their partner as a beacon of light in their life, someone who can brighten even the darkest day. They also convey a sense of deep admiration and gratitude, as if the singer feels lucky to have found such a wonderful partner. The repeated refrain, "I never hide my thoughts from you, You're my deepest blue," reinforces the idea of trust and openness in the relationship, as well as the profound emotional connection that the two share.
The chorus, which repeats the lines "Am I dreaming now, Walking on the moon, And I don't know how to read you baby, Every time I try to move closer," adds a layer of ambiguity to the lyrics. The singer seems to be expressing doubts about the relationship, or perhaps about their own ability to fully understand their partner. The reference to walking on the moon adds a sense of awe and wonder to the lyrics, as if the singer is amazed by the depth of feeling that they share with their partner.
Overall, the lyrics to Deepest Blue are a beautiful expression of love, trust, and emotional connection. They convey a sense of deep appreciation for the power of love to transform and uplift us in even the most challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
The sun will always shine on you
You are someone important and special to me, and I'll always be there for you no matter what
You turn my ocean deepest blue
You make my life more vibrant and colorful, bringing new shades of happiness and meaning to everything I do
I never hide my thoughts from you
I feel completely comfortable and open with you, and I trust you to never judge me or hold back with me either
You're my deepest blue
You are the most important and meaningful person in my life, and I treasure every moment we spend together
If mother nature ever chose the name
If there was some universal recognition of your inherent value and significance in the world
I'm sure that she would chose the same
You are absolutely deserving of the highest accolades and praise imaginable, and everyone who knows you feels the same way
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
I feel like I'm in a surreal, fantastical dream, like nothing can touch us or hurt us, but at the same time, I'm still trying to figure out how you feel about me and how to grow closer to you
We've only got this time to prove
That together we can make it through
I'll never hide my thoughts from you
You're my deepest blue
Our time together is precious and fleeting, and I want to make every second count by showing you how much I value you and how committed I am to our relationship
If temptation ever came my way
I know the words I'd always say
I'll never hide my love from you
You're my deepest blue
Even if I was faced with distractions or challenges, I would always prioritize you and our love, and be completely honest and open with you
Am I dreaming now
Walking on the moon
And I don't know how to read you baby
Every time I try to move closer
Every time I try to move closer
I'm still struggling to understand your feelings and intentions, but every moment we spend together feels magical and unforgettable, drawing me even closer to you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JOEL EDWARDS, ANTHONY MEIN, MATT SCHWARTZ
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