Name: The Left Banke Too
Brand: The Left Banke

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

LPSUND5376

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: Yes

Format detail

White Vinyl

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2018-03-23

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier US

Redeye

Tax rate US

Sales:8.875

UPC / Barcode

090771537614

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: Yes / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

The Left Banke

Genre US

60s & 70s

Label US

Sundazed

The Left Banke is an American baroque pop band that was formed in New York City in 1965. Known for their unique sound and intricate arrangements, the group gained popularity with hits like "Walk Away Renée" and "Pretty Ballerina." Although they disbanded in 1969, The Left Banke has reformed multiple times over the years, including reunions in 1971, 1978, 2011–2012, and most recently in 2015. Tragically, *singer and founding member* passed away on January 14, 2020. Despite this loss, it remains uncertain if the band will continue without him.

With their lush harmonies and orchestral elements, The Left Banke's music falls within the genre of baroque pop. They were known for pushing boundaries by incorporating classical influences into their songs while maintaining a catchy pop sensibility. Their distinctive style influenced many artists who followed them.

If you enjoy The Left Banke's music, you may also appreciate similar artists such as Emitt Rhodes, The Beau Brummels, The Cyrkle, Harpers Bizarre, and The Millennium. These bands share a similar sound and era with *The Left Banke*, making them great choices for fans of nostalgic baroque pop.

WHITE VINYL. Beloved 1968 lost classic available again after more than 40 years! The Left Banke was one of the most distinctive pop bands of the &amp;#39;60s, renowned for the unique &amp;quot;baroque rock&amp;quot; that allowed them to stand out during that heady musical era. While the band&amp;#39;s 1967 debut album, and its signature hits &amp;quot;Walk Away Renee&amp;quot; and &amp;quot;Pretty Ballerina&amp;quot; have long been acknowledged as classics, the band&amp;#39;s 1968 sophomore effort The Left Banke Too has maintained a persistent under-the- radar mystique, beloved by a loyal cadre of followers yet little-known by the general public. The Left Banke Too emerged from a turbulent period of the band&amp;#39;s brief but eventful history. Despite the success of their 1967 debut album Walk Away Renee/Pretty Ballerina, the Left Banke&amp;#39;s lineup splintered soon after its release, with keyboardist and main songwriter Michael Brown exiting the group. His former bandmates Steve Martin, Tom Finn and George Cameron regrouped and rose to the occasion for The Left Banke Too, crafting a musically inventive, emotionally evocative set that&amp;#39;s every bit as magnificent as its predecessor. The trio&amp;#39;s exquisite vocal interplay and adventurous songwriting are prominent on such intoxicating tracks as &amp;quot;There&amp;#39;s Gonna Be a Storm,&amp;quot; &amp;quot;Goodbye Holly,&amp;quot; &amp;quot;Dark Is the Bark&amp;quot; and the Brown- penned &amp;quot;Desiree,&amp;quot; which is widely regarded as one of the group&amp;#39;s greatest studio achievements. Several of The Left Banke Too&amp;#39;s tracks also feature backing vocals by a young Steven Tyler, several years before he achieved stardom with Aerosmith. This lost classic is once again available on both CD and vinyl LP and has been sourced from the original stereo master tapes. CD includes unseen photos, new liner notes and interviews with band members.

The Left Banke Too

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