The Happenings: Psycle

Happenings | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (January 21, 2003)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Collectables
• ASIN: B00007JGUK
• In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #264,578 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. See You In September

2. Tonight I Fell In Love

3. Girl On A Swing

4. If You Love Me Really Love Me

5. What To Do

6. Youre Coming On Strong Babe

7. Go Away Little Girl

8. The Same Old Story

9. Sealed With A Kiss

10. Youre In A Bad Way

11. Girls On The Go

12. Tea Time

13. I Got Rhythm

14. Why Do Fools Fall In Love

15. That Cold Feeling

16. Down Down Down

17. Growing Old (Lord I Must Be Growin Old)

18. I Believe In Nothing

19. My Mammy

20. When I Lock My Door

See all 24 tracks on this disc

Editorial Reviews

Hailing from Patterson, NJ, the Happenings had a string of pop hits in 1966 and 1967. These two albums were produced by the Tokens and subsequently released on their label, B.T. Puppy. This pairing of previously long out-of-print albums features their hits "See You In September" (#3 Pop Singles), "I Got Rhythm" (#3 Pop Singles) and several other notable charting singles.

Customer Reviews

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars they're still happening!, March 26, 2004

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R. Gonzales "sodapop4545" (Denver, CO United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Happenings: Psycle (Audio CD)

It doesn't happen often, matter of fact I can count on one hand the number of times a remake outshines the original, and this is one of those times. "See you in September" is a great fun summer song that is way better than the original by the Tempos, matter of fact its worth buying this album for this song alone... but it gets better. The first album which the single was taken from is simply a fun album, they dont take life too seriously and it shows in songs like Tea Time and the liner notes of the albums. Still there is some great love songs too notably Girl on a Swing (recorded by Gerry and the Pacemakers also)which was written by Bob Miranda one of the Happenings. They also do a great job on Go Away Little Girl. Psycle is not as great but still it has its moments. In my opinion they were getting a little too heavy into the "standards" This could album could have easily been titled "The Happenings sing the Judy Garland Songbook". But still the harmony is solid. Buy this album.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars wonderful music from The Happenings, July 22, 2010

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Matthew G. Sherwin (last seen screaming at Amazon customer service) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Happenings: Psycle (Audio CD)

The Happenings impress me with their sophisticated phrasing, timing and their excellent diction. They consistently handled complex tempo and key changes like the pros they were and still remain and that's grand. Indeed, they are touring to this day with original member Bob Miranda. Catch them in concert if you can!

On this twofer CD we get the songs from two of their record albums entitled "Bye, Bye, So Long, Farewell" and "Psycle." The melodies to these songs are catchy with a distinct `60s flavor that is simply irresistible! "See You in September" is a wonderful ballad especially when The Happenings perform it; this song has a lush musical arrangement as do many of their tunes. I also like "Girl on a Swing" and "If You Love Me Really Love Me." "Go Away Little Girl" showcases their fine ability to take a classic pop vocal song and give it a soft rock twist while "Sealed with a Kiss" and "Tea Time" charm me with their beauty. "I Got Rhythm" has The Happenings doing this one up right; I love every minute of their rendition of this classic ballad! "Why Do Fools Fall in Love" is also very well done; the key modulations create a great sound for this tune and it highlights The Happenings' ability to perform faultlessly.

"I Believe in Nothing" has these men singing squarely front and center; the music that accompanies their vocals fits in perfectly with the lyrics to this song. Listen also for The Happenings to outdo even themselves on "When I Lock My Door;" "I'm Always Chasing Rainbows" and "When the Summer Is Through."

The CD ends strong with The Happenings performing "Bye Bye Blackbird." Terrific!

This is a fine CD and it's a must-have for any fan of The Happenings. It's also a great place to start for newcomers just discovering the magical artistry of this group. In addition, people who enjoy classic pop vocals with a `60s twist will not be disappointed.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good vocals, but even in 1967 this stuff sounded dated,., August 5, 2010

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R. Josef (New Haven, CT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Happenings: Psycle (Audio CD)

When I was about 14 (1972 or so), my mom bought me a copy of their "Psycle" LP that I'm sure she found in a cutout bin, to prove that she was in touch with the young, hip sounds the kids were listening to. She meant well, but despite the groovy cover, they were still a doo-wop group from New Jersey. This is the album that had "I Got Rhythm", as well as covers of "Bye Bye Blackbird" and "My Mammy". Covering Al Jolson was not hip. They were produced by the Tokens and sound pretty much like them. Nice voices, but the music hasn't aged all that well, IMHO. I'm not familiar with the first album, except for the big hit "See You in September", but I'm sure that it's similar. A pleasant enough artifact from the days of Top 40 AM radio, but that's about it.