British guitarist analyses The Kinks live in 1965! (Part 1)

Tonight I'm taking a look at The Kinks playing live back in 1965!
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[@EvilSkeptic]

The Kinks were one of the greatest rock bands of all time, and Ray Davies, with his sense of humor and empathy is one of the greatest songwriters, period. I love The Kinks.

[@alabhaois]

They are in a class of their own.

[@djf750]

Fathers of Punk Rock

[@artiewithers6980]

You got that 100% right.

[@tootsrr1]

ONE OF THE MANY

[@robertcarson2365]

Dave Davies doesn't get half the respect he deserves

[@steveshattah]

You're wrong. He doesn't get 10% of the respect he deserves. I saw a show he did about five years ago in a small place in Atlanta and it was real good and definitely one of the most memorable shows I've ever seen just because of him.

[@urbanabrandon]

Dave was the spinal column of the Kinks. A real pioneer.

[@kevindearmond523]

I don't think he cares

[@markrymanowski719]

He refers to his famous brother as an arsehole. I lived at Muswell hill a few years after Ray left school. His maths teacher, Mr Lill, was my teacher also. Old school diciplinarian. But a good guy also. I learnt nothing. Just like Ray

[@GrandpaRoger1]

Dave us way up in the list of greatest guitar players very really respected

[@Buzzcook]

The Kinks were punk rock before there was such a thing.

[@rexmonarch2]

Or garage rock -- but good garage rock.

[@alecspeer]

Don't forget My, my, my...Generation - The Who

[@guidosarducci1943]

Don't forget Gene Vincent and Link Wray

[@markroberts1301]

@@alecspeer "You really got me" beat "My Generation" to release. Pete Townshend often credits the Kinks for inspiring the Who's first hit, "Can't Explain"

[@tomb4575]

@@markroberts1301 I can see that. Start with a catchy guitar riff and off you go.

[@smokesgtp]

Criminally underrated British band. Ray was fantastic.

[@KatieReadsKoziesAndMore]

I’m in my 60’s. I haven’t met anyone of my generation who dislike this song. It is brilliant and touches something in the distant memory of the teenaged me that makes the best rock songs. I love this band.

[@artiewithers6980]

The look on Dave’s face when he hits that wrong chord is just priceless. Unfortunately or maybe fortunately, I saw this performance when it originally aired on Shindig. I love these guys. Followed them ever since. Ray is a the master of social comment song writing.

[@granthurlburt4062]

Well, no one can say they were just miming over a recording!

[@agall1013]

When did that happen?

[@artiewithers6980]

@@agall1013 At around the 1:05 time. Look at the expression on Dave’s face. You can hear the wrong chord too. I love these guys.

[@gdholmfirth]

Pretty sure he hit the wrong chord again at 2:29

[@lucyfoster4082]

No Mike hit Dave, not Ray

[@johnfazzari6208]

i always got a kick out of the Dave Davies qoute "It wasn't called Heavy Metal when I invented it". BTW "Give the People what they want" was the first album I ever purchased and did I ever love it.

[@michaelmoore7975]

Pre-punk. Proto Punk. Punk before punk. The band that launched a thousand bands. Simple but clever progressions and instantly memorable lyrics. Songs like *Lola* .....way Way WAY ahead of their time. Indefinable among their contemporaries. Influential beyond measure. A transformative progenitor that shaped the sonic landscape forever.

[@DEPARTMENTOFREDUNDANCYDEPT]

It is so much fun to see these British bands from that era. The influence of The Beatles is so obvious in their appearance, song writing, and performance. Even the Rolling Stones played in SUITS in their first American TV appearances. Thanks for taking me on a journey of 54 years into the past!

[@petemartin295]

Waterloo Sunset is such a beautiful song. Poetic lyrics, catchy melody and it does what all good poetry and lyrics do - paint a memorable picture. A true masterpiece.

[@markrymanowski719]

In my top 100.

[@johnm3152]

My favourite "thinking man's garage band". Proto-punk. Thanks for covering one of the best bands of the British invasion

[@jamminwithjambo7729]

Maybe they with their catchy riff rock style were the first hard rockers. Hats off to these guys.... They Really Got Me!!!

[@tekannon7803]

Dear Fil, What a gift you have for elevating rock music to a high place in the sacred charts of art and culture in the minds of everyday people. Likewise for putting a spotlight on the great, talented lads of British rock who made dreamers out of generations to follow. The Kinks were kings of cool and we owe them a vote of thanks for their unique sound. You have done them justice -

[@johnshannon9873]

The Kinks were as important as any band in rock and roll history. Their catalog is as good as The Beatles, Stones or anyone else. Had they not been banned for bad behavior from the US in 1965 at the height of their initial popularity ...they would be a household name that everyone recognizes...a la Beatles, Led Zep. In spite of that, they went into the Rock and Roll HOF in their first year of eligibility and have influenced punk, hard rock, indian drone (before George Harrison's early Beatles tracks), social commentary, rock opera..etc..etc They intimidated all of their contemporaries and were always a step ahead. Everyone from Bowie, Elvis Costello, REM, the Who, the Jam, Pretenders, Stranglers, Van Halen, Lennon and McCartney, Aerosmith, Foo Fighters, Black Keys....on and on have raved about their songs and influence. They simply outpunked the punks and outrocked the rockers and really didn't give a flip which makes them all the more unique. Side note and fact....the Kinks have had more songs used in commercials and movie soundtracks than any other artist. YRGM was voted the #1 British song of the 1960's and Ray Davies helped close the 2012 London Olympics with a wonderful version of Waterloo Sunset. God Save the Kinks !

[@ITILII]

NO band can even begin to compare with The Beatles....the most iconic, influential, innovative and popular group, of all time.....greatest songwriting team, of all time....biggest selling recording artists, of all time. Stones are a distant 2nd, Led Zeppelin probably 3rd. That said, The Kinks are GREAT. For American groups, Beach Boys, Chicago, Doors, Eagles are all fantastic. Sum it up - Elvis MADE rock and roll accepted and popular and is the greatest performer of all time, and The Beatles are in fact the greatest group there ever was, or ever will be.

[@terryvalliant6389]

New Info for me. Didnt know they were banned? Really?

[@NatureOkie]

Waterloo Sunset was completely missing from the USA feed, as they deemed commercial time more important... (and in me best Cockney accent) “pissed me off, it did!”

[@yoseffeigenbaum9639]

I want to like your post 1,000,000 times!

[@robertpacho9154]

Luckily I first saw 👀 the KINKS at the Whiskey a GoGo on the STRIP; before they were unjustly banned ...what a night! I have all their LPs from the 60s thru the 80s; just an amazing collage of songs... Long Live the KINKS!!!

[@pleasantvalleypickerca7681]

Always thought the Kinks deserved more attention/respect. Here in Canada the Beatles, Stones and Who got attention; but the Kinks often got overlooked. Ray Davies is an amazing song writer. He knew how to write a catchy melody and meld it with really smart lyrics. I really loved it when they had a second resurgence in the late 70's/early 80's. They finally got the huge fame and attention they so rightly deserved! The 1960's and 70's were such a creative groundbreaking time in music. I'm so glad I was young then. We took it for granted that music that great would always continue. Sadly by the 90's I realized that the golden age of Rock and Roll was over. Music today seems pale in comparison.

[@granthurlburt4062]

Interesting. I grew in Edmonton and we were fully aware of the Kinks as least as much as the Who. Pete Townsend has described "borrowing" some riffs from the Kinks. They were the first to use distortion I was aware of though I dont doubt Link Wray came earlier with it.

[@dejabadejabas]

Their lack of fan attention is in part due to a 4 year ban from the USA.

[@dalexwats]

Their popularity faded less quickly in Canada than the USA, as Dedicated Follower of Fashion did well in the charts and Sunny Afternoon made it to number 1. Bu they were overlooked from then on: Waterloo Sunset, Days went nowhere, and although Victoria was a hit in Toronto, nationally they weren't "rediscovered and revived" until Lola,

[@scottmallender2104]

I remember Cobo Hall Detroit 1980- Hunter/Ronson (Mott the Hopple) 3 encores 👍👍 Opened for the ‘Kinks ‘ 🤩 what a night 🥳👍

[@hypnoraythompson5824]

you Sir are a fountain of interesting knowledge, and I love your enthusiasm .

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@brianjosephcardinale7686]

They basically invented the"Power Chord" that has been the basis for Hard Rock and Heavy Metal ever since.

[@1e0s]

Link Wray's "Rumble" was the first example of the power riff back in the 50's

[@Music--ng8cd]

@@1e0s 10,000 thumbs up.

[@kensolar69]

@@1e0s , Thank you. I knew Link, little known, he played amazing acoustic jazz, folk and classical guitar at a local hotel lounge his brother had a long term gig at. He was an amazing person as well.

[@1e0s]

@@kensolar69 Wow that's just awesome! I can now tell my friends that I know someone who knew Link Wray X

[@kensolar69]

@@1e0s , Just thanking you for recognizing that he was first to use power chords. Though many know that he invented a lot of rock, I mentioned the acoustic playing because very few know he liked to play other very different styles. He even recorded a folk album here in Tucson and a country funk album in a shack studio out in the woods in Maryland.

[@ritahall2378]

So fresh and new even today !!!!

[@johndelconte9915]

Brings me back to my garage band days in the 60’s. The Kinks were being played by every garage band in town. And there were lots of them in the 60’s.

[@IzthatafaC]

I was only born in 1846 and after having lived for 173 years this song is still a great record. Superb analysis once again Martyn

[@KimSenior]

Send me what you’re smokin’😜

[@MovieMakingMan]

My great, great, great cousin dated your sister. Nothing serious, but they were good friends. Did you ever meet him? He worked at the mercantile and your family used to shop there.

[@jurgenblick5491]

That is real Rock and Roll

[@4orrcountry]

@walk hard ?? The MUSIC rocked!

[@jonathanmarth6426]

Except it isn't actually Rock 'n' Roll but Beat. The Kinks like a lot of other British bands back in the 60s catered primarily the an audience of Mods who were strictly opposed to rockers.

[@roberthorn333]

I really like the historical information on another group that I've always enjoyed! Harmony vocals cannot be understated for any genre of music. Now, I think that I'm gonna fly like "Superman" and listen to oh at least a half dozen Kinks albums in a row.

[@hashtag415]

Ray Davies Now you're talking. 🎸

[@nanettebryant7599]

You Really Got Me..All Day and All of the Night..all the band's played these songs at the dances❤😁😁

[@debjesser4081]

Along with Louie Louie.

[@countfive1511]

Deb Jesser 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/naWQnJejdt2pepo

[@davewilson2961]

Love seeing Dave fight through the high action guitar to play that solo.

[@maverickminstrel1557]

Definitely..you can feel it thru the music!!

[@mandyjane1234]

I met the Kinks when i was 14, we had just been to the Eamon Andrews show, and they were in the pub afterwards, my dad was talking to Ray at the bar and one of them sat down with me he asked me what my drink was like , it was Babysham, so I offered him a sip but he refused I was so shy I didnt know what to say. They left soon as they wanted to watch themselves on TV, no video recorders back then !!

[@carlswenson5538]

Everyone, every garage band of the era, tried to sound like the Kinks during any high school gig they played.

[@NuclearGrizzly]

I'm still trying to sound like The Kinks.

[@stevebengel1346]

Kinda reminds me of Paul Revere and The Raiders : Just Like Me

[@ChuckJolley]

Bashfully raises hand...

[@seed_drill7135]

@@stevebengel1346 Or "Hello, I Love You", by the Doors. There may have even been some litigation over that one.

[@goodun2974]

They were hoping to get all the girls screaming like they do in the audience here! Perhaps the measure of success was measured by the degree to which the band couldn't hardly hear themselves onstage!

[@babagyoza]

The fight was between Dave Davies and Mick Avery in Wales, where Mick threw the high hat at Dave. He fled the scene. I think they shared a flat at the time. Love the Kinks, thank you for this video and your analysis!

[@AlexJay3211]

And that feud was one of the things that got Mick Avory ousted years later and even now, is a sticking point between them all reuniting, recording, and touring. Dave dislikes Mick and has a brotherly love/hate relationship with Ray. Also makes me wonder who will be playing bass if all that works out with this new album that is allegedly in the works? Peter Quaif is dead and so is Jim Rodford. Maybe John Dalton? We can only hope and wish a reunion will come because those dudes will be pushing 80 soon.

[@87758]

Yes. Mick hit Dave Davies, not Ray. Very nice video Pegasus!!

[@jonathanreich6360]

That's the story I heard as well.

[@NatureOkie]

Mīck Avery, was reported by Mick Jagger as the Drummer, of his new group, The Rolling Stones!

[@MikeHoffey]

Another great Brothers band. Sleepwalker and Juke Box Music are two tunes I’ve always been impressed with.

[@kevinblake7078]

Love what yo do Fil, the history blends well explaining the music. Thanks

[@davespagnol8847]

One thing I noticed about Dave Davies's guitar solos was that they come in a few beats earlier than most other guitarists would. Certainly on this and You Really Got Me.

[@supercrew63]

I got to see them live at the Arlington theater in Santa Barbara ca. in 1988 and they were awesome...

[@TruthSurge]

They were doing riffs with full bar chords instead of the single note stuff like Jimmy Page did. That OTHER tune they are known for.. it's so simple but sounds so cool with that loud semi-distorted guitar. 1965... wow, same year Satisfaction was released by The Rolling Stones which had a more distorted sound for the main riff. It's like evolution. You can't really say exactly when distortion came about just like you can't answer the question "When did grandma get old?". It's a long evolution of tiny changes. interesting vid!!

[@wingsofpegasus]

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[@dos-fslady3140]

Dear Truth, Thanks for your interesting and funny post. "When did grandma get old?" is the question I ask myself every day, because I am grandma! All the best to you from Albuquerque

[@yoseffeigenbaum9639]

Good to see you here TruthSurge! Myb2 favorite bands are The Kinks and The Who. My absolute favorite depends on what day it is. Yosi from Israel (I asked you about your Empty tomb videos.) Stay healthy!

[@RobBCactive]

Satisfaction used a newly developed gizmo ... a fuzz box You Really Go Me, had Dave Davies's guitar speaker cut by a razor blade to sound dirty

[@granthurlburt4062]

Wow! That is a lot harder than the two note "fifths" that compose a lot of power chords.

[@donaldleider7382]

The Kinks ‘ Low Budget ‘ incredibly well written clever songs that really shows their versatility!

[@loripond1839]

I love The Kinks!!! I know The Kinks songs!!! You caused me to take out my double CD of The Essential Kinks and read the liner notes, AGAIN!!... and I wasn't even born in 1964 and I know ALOT of The Kinks songs too! Imagine that!!!...🤯😛..No matter how much I know, Fil, you always teach me something new and because of that "you really got me"!! ✌❤🤘

[@digitalbrand5510]

Complete with screaming girls-thanks for doing this one, Fil!

[@MzuMzu-nx1em]

Back at the time the hysterical girls were addressed to this concert like therapy 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@user-qe2jg6lm4z]

I was very impressed to learn that You Really Got Me was recorded in 1964. The Kinks were way ahead of their time with their sound, both vocals and instrumentation.

[@waukivorycopse2402]

All Day and All of the Night was from '64 as well. September.

[@robertpacho9154]

You Really Got Me; has been applauded as the 'SHOT GUN' of hard rock !!

[@ChrisDIYerOklahoma]

The Kinks remain one of my favorites...you get energized listening to them!

[@markwheeler9781]

I can see why someone today could look back at this performance from 1965 and be puzzled as to why it was different from the other music of the time. They look just like The Beatles on stage, and they sang harmonies just like the other groups of the time that you mentioned, eg. The Hollies. The truth is, as Fil stated, they were VERY different. The guitars were crunchy and in your face, not pretty like other pop groups. Both The Beatles and The Hollies added that crunch to their repertoire later... but we were blown away by the sound. Today I think they were actually about twenty years ahead of their time... they could have spearheaded the first wave of "New Wave" bands of the '80s.

[@TalesOfTheRiverBank]

Great analysis. Thank you.

[@FunkyMonk4Life]

The godfathers of punk...

[@randyc5650]

The Beatles were loveable, The Stones were bad, The Who were out of control, The Animals were bad ass and The Kinks were punks due, I think, to their raw playing and to Ray's word phrasing touched on later by The Cars.

[@chrishutt6650]

& power pop, & metal, & alternative & grunge etc..

[@artysanmobile]

Fil, your research just blows my mind! What a great story you’ve revealed here.

[@avlisk]

Mick Avory, one of my favorite drummers. Arthur, one of my favorite albums.

[@avlisk]

@Woke Goy Nice! Made me laugh.

[@tdunph4250]

Definitely his best drumming on that album for sure!

[@newtrackrecord]

Another very interesting analysis, thanks. One of my favourite groups, The Kinks. Awesome!

[@ComplicatedLife1]

Good job but one fact needs to be corrected. At the Cardiff, Wales show, it was Dave (not Ray) who Mick Avory (not Mike) hit on the head with his high hat stand. Dave and Mick had a punch out the night before which Dave didn’t fare to well. The following night Dave was still seething, walked to Mick’s drum kit, cursed at Mick and kick his kit, sending some crashing. After he hit Dave, Mick thought he killed him and went into hiding. The band eventually went to the police to say “it was part of the act”, just so Mick could come out of hiding. GSTK

[@jackatkinson6760]

Absolutely correct! Yes, it was Dave who was (almost) on the receiving end of the flying object. Ray and Mick were, and are, good friends.

[@susanpark7339]

I’m enjoying watching YOU enjoy the Kinks. So driven!!! They were the best! They were my high school years.

[@otismayberry334]

One of the "Big Four"; Beatles, Stones, The Who, and The Kinks

[@jimmycampbell78]

Yes but these big four are ‘first wave’ British bands that were formed in the early 1960s. Led Zeppelin were formed later in the decade.

[@otismayberry334]

@@margaretlafountain4762 Definitely!

[@obbor4]

Those are the big four of the invasion bands alright. The other invasion groups being mentioned in the comments here don't have the songs, or the song writers that those four had. I certainly dig The Animals, but they were more of a great cover band, with most of their talent wrapped up in their diminutive singer with the old soul and the made to sing the blues voice.

[@4orrcountry]

@@obbor4 Horse manure. The Dave Clark Five had FAR more...and BIGGER...hits than The Kinks! Loved 'em both, but your comment is way off base.

[@joe22589]

@Greg Walker you are wrong. Led Zep came later

[@patrickbouley9232]

This is one of my favorite songs!

[@norastancanelli8615]

I love the Kinks and I love the smile with a mixture of admiration, affection and respect, of this guitarist who with great knowledge shares his musical analysis.

[@oakwalkermusic2593]

I love the history you're throwing in along with the analysis!

[@ernestmassie795]

I saw the Kinks several times and they always did an awesome live performance.

[@gregdahlen4375]

what was awesome about it?

[@rontorres2196]

The Kinks were one of my favorite bands from the 60's

[@emmettmckenna4565]

Dave is a truly amazing guitarist and yet, he is never mentioned in the pantheon that includes Clapton, Page, Beck, Hendrix and the rest of those wonderful musicians. Martin Barre is also a very overlooked guitarist. His solo on “Aqualung” is every bit as iconic and great as Page’s work on “Stairway To Heaven.”

[@pkoven]

he's never mentioned in that context because he's not a true lead guitarist, and the leads he does, as in this song, are not melodic but rather formulaic, playing notes off the chords structures. He's no where in the class of the names you've mentioned. that stated, i think his rhythm work is indeed seminal, but that's a different kind of guitar. by contrast Barre is indeed an incredible lead guitarist and iconic, but remember, he composed very little.

[@rpminc1974]

Fil, too bad you missed these glorious days of rock music. It was a blast to grow up with all these amazing bands !!

[@charlesmiller5078]

They were one of the best bands for singing along in your car. You really got me, You really got me.

[@lorellstoneman74]

Cool info love it....you do your research.....simple cords much like Louie, Louie...Love the Kinks...thanks so much, Fil

[@feedwinnie]

The Kinks were just WILD. Raw, gritty, dirty, loud and Wild! Another great analysis!You REALLY got us Fil!😁Thanks!

[@Coolrockndad]

Love the Kinks. So many great tunes. My favorite is "Superman". Ray Davies was a genius.

[@BeatlesCentricUniverse]

Still is...

[@ahenshawful]

@@BeatlesCentricUniverse you beat me to it

[@dragonmummy1]

Coolrockndad he so is! Lola is one of my desert island discs.

One of the greatest things in music in America is the British Invasion. It was decades before my time but I love it. I was born in the wrong decade. My friends and family can't believe I love this type of music. Thanks Fantastic Fil again you never disappoint in music or the analysis. I studied music extensively and you manage to tell me a few tidbits I did know not know. Thanks again my friend. 4 thumbs up. 🍒

[@terryjohinke8065]

Love the old school suits as worn by musicians back in the day. I grew up in that era. Great songs and you coild hear the words!!

[@Braglemaster123]

Fil, I’m 64 and am lucky 🍀 to be coming up with the best music 🎼. I’m one the few who saw Led Zeppelin 3 time live. 👍👍

[@wingsofpegasus]

Cool!

[@jamessilver6429]

me to. 3 or 4. once at carnegie hall. all in 69 70 ✌

[@tjvanpopta]

I am 68 and we were very lucky and fortunated having so many amazing artists back then. A magical musical era, the best ever. Nothing of that class exists today.

[@jarichards99utube]

Arguably The First of the "Garage-Bands"... Some would also day Pre-Pumk.. Yes, Great Band & Great Song Writer, Ray Davies : )

[@TheKingsCourt1972]

Love The Kinks!!! Always been a favorite. Seen them many times and NEVER disappointed. Met Ray a few times, very nice guy. Dave had a unique sound. Great stuff!!

[@sterlingprice5963]

I love the Kinks too! It's a testament that rock radio still plays them to this day.

[@axiomist1076]

Ray is truly a nice guy. See my story above at " axiomist".

[@buckjohnson1119]

I am going back to my childhood listening to the Kinks, while chewing delicious, Grape, 🍇 Bubble gum. 😊

[@BritIronRebel]

Ray once said that a record executive turned down their demo saying Dave's guitar sounded like a barking dog! But the exec didn't understand that was EXACTLY the sound The Kinks wanted.

[@cellgrrl]

In those days I was a teenage girl. I had a record player and owned just 3 albums. Those artists were The Doors, the Yardbirds, and the Kinks. They were playing all the time while I was at home. I never had much interest in the details of these bands, I just liked their music. That part has been established, but now I am loving the history of the guys that were once a large part of my life. Thank you Fil.

[@chuckandkonnie2415]

Your analysis on each video is so well done and second to none.

[@raypeal1876]

Spot on Fil! Without the Kinks there would be no Yardbirds, The Who, Cream, Zeppelin...etc. They were major influences on future bands.

[@user-vg3yc6gk5f]

I'm not exactly sure how there would be no Yardbirds without the kinks, they both formed in 1963, both released their first record in 1964. Am I missing something?

[@unevenspleener9252]

Kinks are so underrated with regard to the importance of their influence and their incredible songwriting skills. Plus their name has to be one of the coolest band names in rock history. Thanks for a great video-- loved it!

[@tomandes6066]

Oh man. Give me those 50 years back! 😂 saw them in the 80s , Constitution Hall Washington DC. Thanks Fil. You definitely do your homework. Really enjoy all your Analysis. 👍

[@vernabryant2894]

I love their music.This was from my teen years.

[@lastone783]

Been listening to sixties all day, including The Kinks. It’s been a great day! Thanks, Fil, for making it last❣️

[@jwlangley7417]

I was 19 in 1965.This was one of my favorite songs

[@barbaraearl3842]

Great analysis of this immense band. Thank you 🙏🏻

[@debbier938]

Hi Fil, Watching some older you have done… this is a very cool analysis with some great background info on The Kinks. Very innovative music, songs and playing for their time! Great to see this performance! Debbie☮️

[@jimgilligan1167]

I saw the Kinks in the 1980s when they toured Australia. They played at Festival Hall in Brisbane and they did not disappoint.

[@jaystone4816]

Another great look, Fil. Spot on analysis. I remember when they burst on the scene in the U.S. They were so different - edgy, strong guitar riffs, and Ray Davies' vocals and personality.

[@susyd2776]

I love how you are exploring all the 60's and 70's many diverse groups...me too and what a riot! You are mucho interesting in your breakdowns, carry on!!

[@lennon_9dream133]

también adoro esas dos etapas gloriosa de este enorme grupo de pop y rock

[@Tin_Man1]

Well done Fil. Enjoy listening to your series. You remind me of myself and my mates in the early 1970s when we would all meet up and listen to music on vinyl. We would sit around with a few beers and roll exotic cigarettes on album covers. Great days even though the Kinks weren't on our list I still loved them, especially Waterloo Sunset.

[@mutt3135]

Love your perspective on songwriting/craft in contrast to technical proficiency and polish. Thanks Fil!

[@GunneroOfScots]

Remember when my father bought Till the End of the Day to me when I was real sick. He knew I loved the song and that single became a treasure in my collection. I still got it, around 55 years later :-)

[@Lummox1965]

In my opinion the Kinks are the first heavy metal band that existed! I think "You really got me now" is the best proof of that! 16 years later Van Halen covered this classic on their first released record! That says a lot about how heavy this riff was and is! The cool, rough (distortion) sound is the result of a kicked in box by Dave!

[@Thetrackrecords]

Another great band, one of my favourites. Again, as you so rightly point out in your video, the riffs and tunes were incredible. Thanks for the analysis!

[@jv-ep2tc]

As the saying goes: you can't fake sincerity. What comes through from the Kinks is the sincerity of their purpose. They are taking this rock and roll business very seriously and giving it their all. Fortunately that sincerity is blended with a bucket load of melodic talent. Has anyone ever come up with a tune more hook laden than this? I think not.

[@tboudreau5239]

Love your commentary! You say the quality isn't good. At the time we were so happy to have a TV in our living rooms and watching this stuff in black and white. LIVE! Beyond excellent quality for us. Keep up the fun info!

[@hamishdavidson3368]

Great analysis. Another band of the era The Easy Beats “Friday on my mind” might be worth a look George Young the founding member who has 2 little brothers called Angus and Malcolm you may have heard of.

[@bubhub64]

I had read somewhere, I think it was "The Hammer of the Gods" which I read over 30 years ago, that it was Jimmy Page who helped The Kinks in the studio during this time period of 'You Really Got Me', and 'All of the day's etc. I think I remember reading that it was Page who said that The Kinks could barely play their instruments during this time, and that Page thought "it was embarrassing." I wore out the record in the 80's "One for the Road" by the Kinks, and my favorite song by them is definately "Lola!" That song takes me back to my high school years! Love that tune! Great analysis Fil! Love your videos!

[@johnpeacock8799]

One of the greatest rock songs ever written. Still holds up well after all these years. 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@douglaslatham9904]

That was a great era to be a teenager and into music. So many "new sounds" were released. It was just fantastic to hear each new group explode onto the scene. Music makes one glad to be alive, despite the obscenities of the world that have always been here.

[@tjvanpopta]

Yeah, the amount of great music that evolved in the 60,s & 70,s was unbelievable. No better time in music history and music has never been as great either or fear ever will again.

[@misplacedhillbilly7594]

One of the most iconic riffs/hooks ever. I mean from the first lick even if you dont know the band,you know the song

[@karenengelhardt6763]

You're awesome! I watch you during my lunch period all the time!

[@wingsofpegasus]

Thanks!

[@astrodiver1]

They were so amazing even into the late 70's and 80's. Where I'm from it was always Beatles, Stones,Kinks, if you were arguing old school. Thanks for the U/l Peg!

[@garycoker1990]

one for the road concert tour one of the best live shows ever it was awesome.

[@elizabethleyden892]

Ray is such a fantastic songwriter. Some of his songs tell a real story.

[@larryredburn8688]

HI FIL YOU DO A GREAT JOB. YOU ARE THE BEST. THE KINKS ROCK. THANKYOU FOR WHAT YOU DO FIL. GOOD JOB YOU DO.

[@jazzcat8786]

Their live version of “You Really Got Me” on the album “One For the Road” was recorded at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium- where I graduated high school, my favorite song is “Destroyer” Dave Davies is a kick ass guitarist!!!🤘🏻

[@djjonosborn1531]

Fil - Awesome analysis! I have always heard about The Kinks fighting on stage. It must have been wild. There is news about them getting back together for a new project. We will see. Rock!

[@JIMJ32X]

My favorite band of all time..

[@garyyeigh6098]

Lola a classic that’s really up to date, nice one Fil.

[@pamelafradette6520]

I loved the Kinks! I was just a kid, but danced like crazy, when I heard them on my transistor radio. Lol Awesome teaching as always, Fil. 🎸🎶

[@maryvanhorne6063]

Great info.. you are a fountain of knowledge..Im a huge music fan and love the Kinks.... I grew up with them... did knoe some of the stuff but learned lots of new info.loved it