1966 really was an amazing year of music for me. The Seekers made a huge impact, as did The Beach Boys, The Rolling Stones and Simon & Garfunkel. I have to also mention The Mamas & Papas, The Lovin’ Spoonful, and Marianne Faithful …. where does it end? Well of course it doesn’t end, because there were so many other amazing recordings in 1966.
In 1966 I had started going to a local folk club so, as much as I loved the typical heavy rock sounds, I also loved a simple acoustic performance, hence my initial choice was Joni Mitchell’s “Circle Game”. However, the more I thought about it, the more 1966 has to be given to Judith Durham and The Seekers.
A New Direction Perhaps? 
A special memory for me.
Must admit, my first thought for 1966 was Tom Jones and Green Green Grass of Home.
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I remember that song, but Tom Jones never really impressed me! 🙂
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Nor me actually, but it was one of Mum’s favourites.
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My Mum liked him as well. My Dad had a thing about Lulu!!!! 🙂
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Ah…………..
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Was not familiar with this song by the Seekers. I mostly remember Georgy Girl. Will have to add this to my playlist. Thanks for sharing.
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If you are not familiar with any of the following (my favourites), then check them out on YouTube:
Colours of My Life – Morningtown Ride – A World of Our Own – Walk with Me – I’ll Never Find Another You – Some Day, One Day
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Yes indeed, wonderful song, wonderful group, wonderful year for music💜
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The 60’s and 70’s were very impressive to me. However, the 80’s were also good as where the 90’s etc. I have some favourites from the past few years as well! My only “just don’t get it” type of music is the “wild” heavy stuff … and angry rap! 🙂
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Yes I am the same and think we have eclectic taste …always open minded 💜
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The “only way to travel” eh! 🙂
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Yes indeed 💜
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🙂
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That must be a very tiring song to perform, given that they all had to stay seated while singing it. Nice song, though.
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Such a beautiful voice that she has!
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And she still has it. Reminds me a little of Vicky Leandros from the early 70’s era in that she too is still singing rather well (ref YouTube).
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It is amazing how some singers really are able to keep their voices good, even as they age. Then there are others who still perform and Brad and I wonder why, LOL!
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No doubt many reasons for that, but I notice that the successful ones often change the melody a little in order to avoid a high note. There’s nothing worse than an aging singer who tries hard … but does not quite “hit” the note!
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Oh yes! You feel embarrassed for fhem as they strain to hit the note.
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