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Track Listings
| 1. Road To Love |
| 2. How About Me |
| 3. Singin To The Music |
| 4. Rainy Jane |
| 5. Look At Me |
| 6. Say It Again |
| 7. I Really Love You |
| 8. Love Me For A Day |
| 9. Sitting In ¬e Apple Tree |
| 10. Take My Love |
| 11. Pretty Little Girl |
| 12. Welcome To My Love |
| 13. Girl (Bonus Track) |
| 14. Take My Love (Bonus Track) |
| 15. I ll Believe In You (Mono Bonus Track) |
| 16. The Road To Love (Mono Bonus Track) |
| 17. How About Me (Mono Bonus Track) |
| 18. I Really Love You (Mono Bonus Track) |
Editorial Reviews
After an incredible run of superstardom with The Monkees, Davy Jones' self titled 1971 masterwork truly captured the amazing sound of this legends' own successful persona. The LP illustrated the brilliance of what Davy Jones was about - his ability to always deliver for his millions of fans. Featuring the hit single "Rainy Jane," the long out of print album soon became a pop classic. A year later, his performance of his hit "Girl" on the Brady Bunch would go on to become a permanent fixture in t.v. history. Friday Music is honored to offer for first time on cd Davy Jones, The Bell Recordings.
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37 of 39 people found the following review helpful
By gassy goon
Format:Audio CD
This new reissue of the long sought after post-Monkees 1971 solo album by Davy Jones has long been in demand , and has finally been released on CD. The much beloved multi-talented Jones is featured on the original album's 12 tracks, plus 2 non-LP singles, and mono versions of 4 songs. RAINY JANE written by Neil Sedaka & Howard Greenfield got a lot of airplay , even though Billboard charted the song nationally at only #52. But it's hard to fathom how this album didn't even make the Top 200 chart. After all these decades of waiting, Friday Music had the sense to issue both of Davy's albums, and on this , the sound is crystal clear, from the original masters. It is also a huge bonus to have Davy's well known original version of GIRL finally available on CD. This single only track was featured in the film " The Star Spangled Girl ", but grew in stature due to Davy's appearance on " The Brady Bunch ". This single didn't chart, but came to be more well known after all the decades of reruns of that episode, The Monkees appearing in the comedy spoof " The Brady Bunch Movie ", and Davy performing it in innumerable concerts over the years. Even on that movie soundtrack, it was redone by Davy, so here is that rare original version of GIRL. The entire set of songs makes it's CD debut .
The album was produced by Jackie Mills and arranged by Al Capps, the team responsible for Bobby Sherman's hits, and who produced albums by The Brady Bunch. Clearly, the direction he and Bell Records chose for Davy's important first post-Monkees album was not even close to the league of producers that The Monkees had, including themselves. It was a near impossible task to reach the quality & diversity of The Monkees songs and albums. With that taken into account, this is an admirable set of work, and most fans who have been clamoring for this album to be reissued on CD will devour every song. Along with the 2 most well known songs, the album opener, ROAD TO LOVE , is a standout number, where Jones gets to swing amid horns & brass backing. David Gates' LOOK AT ME is given a dramatic rendering by Davy, and gives the album more diversity, as does the moody TAKE MY LOVE. Ballads like I REALLY LOVE YOU, and another non-LP rarity, I'LL BELIEVE IN YOU, also are a welcome departure that give Davy more depth . Many of the album's other songs are lightweight sugary showbiz confections that frankly are far beneath Davy's multi-faceted talents. Songs like SINGIN' TO THE MUSIC and SITTING IN THE APPLE TREE weigh the album down, but given the producers & the selection of some of the songs, it's nowhere near what Davy had with The Monkees, which was the freedom to write & produce, as well as work with the very best songwriters of the day. But Davy was a smart man, and had a big sense of humor, as when he interjects some ad-libs at the end of the old vaudeville style SITTING IN THE APPLE TREE. It would have been wonderful to have some material with Davy's R&B leanings, as he did on many of his Monkees classics, but this being 1971, AM radio was very powerful, and the striving for a commercial hit was a factor, especially given who the producers were. With that in mind, it would be hard to equal that glorious canon of catalog that is The Monkees recorded work. There should have been more albums made by Davy after this. The same applies to Micky Dolenz. How the two lead singers of The Monkees did not get signed by a record company to do more solo albums in the 70's and beyond that is puzzling and a real loss. Hopefully, a label will do a CD compilation of all of Micky's singles from the 70's and early 80's , as it is sorely needed and much demanded by the legions of fans still waiting for a Micky Dolenz CD compilation. But this reissue is most welcome, plus it has crystal clear sound, is taken from master tapes, and has some very nice liner notes & photos. It was lovingly done, and most welcome. After Davy's shocking passing, it is hard to believe that he is no longer around providing all the joy and happiness that he brought to the world with his music , performances and acting talents. This CD is a labor of love, and well worth owning.
The album was produced by Jackie Mills and arranged by Al Capps, the team responsible for Bobby Sherman's hits, and who produced albums by The Brady Bunch. Clearly, the direction he and Bell Records chose for Davy's important first post-Monkees album was not even close to the league of producers that The Monkees had, including themselves. It was a near impossible task to reach the quality & diversity of The Monkees songs and albums. With that taken into account, this is an admirable set of work, and most fans who have been clamoring for this album to be reissued on CD will devour every song. Along with the 2 most well known songs, the album opener, ROAD TO LOVE , is a standout number, where Jones gets to swing amid horns & brass backing. David Gates' LOOK AT ME is given a dramatic rendering by Davy, and gives the album more diversity, as does the moody TAKE MY LOVE. Ballads like I REALLY LOVE YOU, and another non-LP rarity, I'LL BELIEVE IN YOU, also are a welcome departure that give Davy more depth . Many of the album's other songs are lightweight sugary showbiz confections that frankly are far beneath Davy's multi-faceted talents. Songs like SINGIN' TO THE MUSIC and SITTING IN THE APPLE TREE weigh the album down, but given the producers & the selection of some of the songs, it's nowhere near what Davy had with The Monkees, which was the freedom to write & produce, as well as work with the very best songwriters of the day. But Davy was a smart man, and had a big sense of humor, as when he interjects some ad-libs at the end of the old vaudeville style SITTING IN THE APPLE TREE. It would have been wonderful to have some material with Davy's R&B leanings, as he did on many of his Monkees classics, but this being 1971, AM radio was very powerful, and the striving for a commercial hit was a factor, especially given who the producers were. With that in mind, it would be hard to equal that glorious canon of catalog that is The Monkees recorded work. There should have been more albums made by Davy after this. The same applies to Micky Dolenz. How the two lead singers of The Monkees did not get signed by a record company to do more solo albums in the 70's and beyond that is puzzling and a real loss. Hopefully, a label will do a CD compilation of all of Micky's singles from the 70's and early 80's , as it is sorely needed and much demanded by the legions of fans still waiting for a Micky Dolenz CD compilation. But this reissue is most welcome, plus it has crystal clear sound, is taken from master tapes, and has some very nice liner notes & photos. It was lovingly done, and most welcome. After Davy's shocking passing, it is hard to believe that he is no longer around providing all the joy and happiness that he brought to the world with his music , performances and acting talents. This CD is a labor of love, and well worth owning.
17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
By Jim Stover
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a great collection! Davy Jones' voice was a unique and important part of the soundtrack of the mid 60's and early 70's. There's a gentle joy in his style and sound, and this album captures and conveys it!
I received my CD(s) just yesterday, April 26th, and the folks at Friday music made my Thursday!
I'll always have a warm place in my heart for Davy Jones. He so beautifully sang my song "I'll Believe In You," far better than I ever could have.
May he rest in peace forever.
Jim Stover
Asheville, NC
I received my CD(s) just yesterday, April 26th, and the folks at Friday music made my Thursday!
I'll always have a warm place in my heart for Davy Jones. He so beautifully sang my song "I'll Believe In You," far better than I ever could have.
May he rest in peace forever.
Jim Stover
Asheville, NC
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The BEST Davy Jones album by 214.5372 miles. Forget all of the rest and just get this one. It was released right after his run with the Monkees and the quality of the music could easily fit in with the Monkees. Plus, it contains period singles, like the (in)famous "Girl". Don't be scared, you may be pleasantly surprised. Friday Music did a great job with this release. It's limited, so get it while you can!
Early '70s rockin' bubblegum with plenty of nice hooks to grab your attention.
Early '70s rockin' bubblegum with plenty of nice hooks to grab your attention.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars
Davy Jones will be missed.
Never held most of these songs. Good addition to any collection. Songs that I will come to enjoy greatly, the more I listen to the cd.
Published 2 days ago by Elvis White
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent CD!
I love this CD and some of the music is in its original mono incarnations. Davy was a great singer, and this rare music is finally available thank goodness. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Sean Kushins
5.0 out of 5 stars
AWESOME
I chose this because I am a huhe Monkess fan. Davy Jones was my favorite. Me just has a magical voice. There is not one song I choose over another they are all great. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Paul K. Jackson
5.0 out of 5 stars
I miss you and always will, David Jones!
This was an indulgence purchase for me after Davy's untimely death on February 29, 2012. I am so happy to have this cd. The unearthly Look at Me is the best surprise on the cd. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Beth Rainbow-Moonchild
5.0 out of 5 stars
Best album
I have the original LP from when I was 15 years old. I am so happy they put this on CD. So sad that Davy is gone but I listen to this quite often.
Published 4 months ago by MGS49
4.0 out of 5 stars
Davy Jones
I always like the Monkees so it was sad when Davy passed away last year. I gave this a 4 only because there are one or two songs I found a little boring but the extra track was a... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Brenda G. Zak
3.0 out of 5 stars
Always Looked Pissed OnThe Cover
Although nothing was more useless in 1971 than a used Monkee, Davy Jones took the third rate material that was handed him and, as always, gave it 100 per cent. Read more
Published 4 months ago by R. D. Acela
5.0 out of 5 stars
great to see this Bell album classic finally make it to CD.
I had this album on LP when it came out in the 70's. I bought it at Radio Shack for $1.49 and immediately loved the album. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Karl Anderson
3.0 out of 5 stars
Wasn't what I'd hoped for
The songs and production are really good and Davy's voice is superb but I was hoping for more of a Monkees sound. This recording sounds more Vegas band than pop band. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Peg
5.0 out of 5 stars
Long live Davy Jones!
No Davy Jones collection could be complete without this early '70s album. It's a good thing they added "Girl" as a bonus track here. Read more
Published 7 months ago by mpage
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