The Small Faces’ 1968 album “Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake” is a psychedelic rock masterpiece that showcases the band’s musical versatility and songwriting skills. The album is known for its conceptual side, with a fairy tale-inspired story narrated by Stanley Unwin, and features some of the band’s most beloved songs.
Track Listing:
Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake
Afterglow (Of Your Love)
Long Agos and Worlds Apart
Rene
Song of a Baker
Lazy Sunday
Happiness Stan
Rollin’ Over
The Hungry Intruder
The Journey
Mad John
HappyDaysToyTown
Review:
“Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake” is a unique and imaginative album that showcases the Small Faces’ musical range and creativity. The album’s title track is a trippy instrumental that sets the tone for the album’s psychedelic sound. “Afterglow (Of Your Love)” is a beautiful ballad with Steve Marriott’s soulful vocals and a memorable guitar riff.
“Lazy Sunday” is one of the band’s most popular songs, with its catchy melody and humorous lyrics. “Happiness Stan” is a concept song that tells the story of a fairy tale character, narrated by Stanley Unwin. The album also features a few hard-hitting rock tracks, such as “Rollin’ Over” and “Mad John”.
The album’s finale, “HappyDaysToyTown”, is a joyful and uplifting song with a memorable chorus and a catchy melody. Overall, “Ogden’s Nut Gone Flake” is a must-listen for fans of psychedelic rock and the Small Faces. The album’s unique concept, catchy melodies, and inventive songwriting make it a classic of the genre.
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