PRESENTS THE BEST OF ACE-SIXTIES GARAGE PUNK

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Following on from the success of Keb Darge's 2023 Ace Rockabilly compilation (CHD 1637), the legend returns with another collection of music close to his heart.On “Keb Darge Presents The Best Of Ace Sixties Garage Punk”, the smooth-headed maestro opens his curtains to reveal a selection of 60s US garage tracks. “Whilst there are a few ‘never on vinyl’ tracks here for serious collectors, this compilation is for those who are just getting into it,” says Keb. “I’ve selected a pick and mix of my favourites, from cool, cheap and easy-to-find stuff through to four-figure and damned hard to find stuff.” Artists such as Hooterville Trolley, the Litter, the Music Machine, the Venturie “5”, the Lyrics and the Nightcrawlers reflect the light back to British Invasion bands like the Who, the Kinks and the Rolling Stones, local garage flowers and the darker side of psychedelic street. With its fuzz guitar, enthusiasm, driving beat and proto-punk attitude, this music remains fresh and is already being adopted by a new generation.With sleeve notes by Keb and housed in a sleeve by Robin Banks – who also did the sleeve for Keb’s Rockabilly compilation – this is an essential purchase.