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Rollin'

Bay City Rollers · 1974

50 min · 16 tracks · pop rock · power pop · glam rock

Bright melodies and catchy hooks serve as the foundation for the Bay City Rollers' energetic pop-rock sound.

Why listen to this

Best for
bright, catchy melodies steady, consistent pacing short, engaging tracks
Context
Released on October 1, 1974, 'Rollin'' was the Bay City Rollers' second studio album following their self-titled debut. This album solidified their reputation in the glam rock scene and helped them transition from a local Scottish band to international pop icons, particularly in the U.S. and U.K.
If you like
pop rock, power pop, glam rock

Rollin' is an album by Bay City Rollers, released in 1974. Bright melodies and catchy hooks serve as the foundation for the Bay City Rollers' energetic pop-rock sound. 'Rollin'' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number 1 on the UK Albums Chart and contributing to the band's rise during the mid-1970s pop music boom. The album features hit singles like 'Saturday Night', which became synonymous with the band's image and helped define the sound of teen pop at that time. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rollin' sound like?

Bright melodies and catchy hooks serve as the foundation for the Bay City Rollers' energetic pop-rock sound. Rooted in pop rock and power pop.

What makes Rollin' by Bay City Rollers notable?

'Rollin'' achieved significant commercial success, reaching number 1 on the UK Albums Chart and contributing to the band's rise during the mid-1970s pop music boom. The album features hit singles like 'Saturday Night', which became synonymous with the band's image and helped define the sound of teen pop at that time. Released on October 1, 1974, 'Rollin'' was the Bay City Rollers' second studio album following their self-titled debut. This album solidified their reputation in the glam rock scene and helped them transition from a local Scottish band to international pop icons, particularly in the U.S. and U.K.

Who is Rollin' for?

Rollin' works well if you're into bright, catchy melodies, steady, consistent pacing and short, engaging tracks.

How many songs are on Rollin'?

Rollin' has 16 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

16 tracks·50:01

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Shang‐A‐Lang Standout 3:07
  • 2 Give It to Me Now 3:50
  • 3 Angel Angel 2:28
  • 4 Be My Baby 3:27
  • 5 Just a Little Love 2:56
  • 6 Remember (Sha La La La) 2:33
  • 7 Saturday Night Standout 2:57
  • 8 Ain’t It Strange 2:11
  • 9 Please Stay 3:55
  • 10 Jenny Gotta Dance 3:07
  • 11 There Goes My Baby 3:19
  • 12 Summerlove Sensation Standout 3:14
  • 13 Are You Ready for That Rock and Roll 3:28
  • 14 Bringing Back the Good Times 3:43
  • 15 Bye Bye Barbara 2:37
  • 16 Hey C.B. 3:02

Release Date

October 1, 1974

Genre

glam rock, pop rock, power pop

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Artist Origin

Scotland

Runtime

50 min 1 sec