Take It Easy with The Walker Brothers cover

Take It Easy with The Walker Brothers

The Walker Brothers

Album 1965

About this album

Sound: "Melodic pop harmonies weave through lush orchestration, creating a dreamy and melancholic atmosphere."

Where they were

Released on November 26, 1965, 'Take It Easy with The Walker Brothers' came just after the band's rise to fame with their hit 'Make It Easy on Yourself.' This album solidified their status as leading figures in the pop music scene of the 1960s, showcasing their vocal prowess and emotional depth during a period marked by significant commercial success.

Why it matters

'Take It Easy with The Walker Brothers' reached number 1 on the UK Albums Chart and was pivotal in establishing the group’s influence on the British Invasion sound. Its single 'Make It Easy on Yourself' became one of their signature songs, resonating with audiences and being covered by numerous artists over the years.

Essential tracks

  • "Make It Easy on Yourself" β€” This track exemplifies The Walker Brothers' ability to blend heartfelt lyrics with soaring melodies, becoming a defining hit that showcases their vocal harmonies.
  • "I Don't Want to Hear It Anymore" β€” A poignant ballad that highlights the group's emotional delivery, this song captures themes of heartbreak with an evocative arrangement.
  • "Love Minus Zero" β€” 'Love Minus Zero' is a standout cover that allows The Walker Brothers to infuse Bob Dylan's songwriting with their own lush, harmonic style, illustrating their versatility.
  • "Here Comes the Night" β€” With its haunting melody and rich orchestration, this track showcases the band's knack for transforming simple themes into powerful listening experiences.

Release Date

November 26, 1965

Artist Origin

United States

Tracklist

  1. 1 Make It Easy on Yourself 3:14
  2. 2 There Goes My Baby 3:08
  3. 3 First Love Never Dies 3:37
  4. 4 Dancing in the Street 2:50
  5. 5 Lonely Winds 2:37
  6. 6 The Girl I Lost in the Rain 2:48
  7. 7 Land of 1000 Dances 2:35
  8. 8 You're All Around Me 2:39
  9. 9 Love Minus Zero 3:05
  10. 10 I Don't Want to Hear It Anymore 3:48
  11. 11 Here Comes the Night 2:27
  12. 12 Tell the Truth 1:51
  13. 13 Love Her 3:23
  14. 14 The Seventh Dawn 2:40
  15. 15 But I Do 2:56
  16. 16 My Ship Is Coming In 3:15
  17. 17 Looking for Me 2:11
  18. 18 Young Man Cried 2:33
  19. 19 Everything's Gonna Be Alright 2:16
  20. 20 I Need You 3:09