These are my recollections of Singapore's Pop Music from the 60s....plus. Information on each group or artiste varies, depending on my knowledge of them. A selection of their hits from that period is also available here for your listening pleasure. You are welcome to post your comments on any of the topics.
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2008/09/10
Bryan Neale & The Checkmates
Bryan Neale & The Checkmates recorded an EP with songs that include Mojo, She, Enchanted Girl and Man Hunter.
The Checkmates were one of the best R & B groups from the 60s era. Real pity that they recorded only one EP on Philips label. I was told both Reggie Verghese and Vernon Cornelius were associated with this group before they joined The Quests.
This is a good EP. Their version of Mojo which is actually Got My Mojo Working made popular by Mudday Waters is given a steaming treatment. The band really chugs along behind him and there is an exciting part when the drums kick in and then Benny Chan lets go a memorable lick on electric twelve string. The first choice of guitar for an aspiring bluesman. More to come at the end when Bryan lets loose a blood curdling yell.
Siva and James Choy can be heard on backing vocals and for Siva on organ.
Bryan Neale & The Checkmates recorded an EP with songs that include Mojo, She, Enchanted Girl and Man Hunter.
The Checkmates were one of the best R & B groups from the 60s era. Real pity that they recorded only one EP on Philips label. I was told both Reggie Verghese and Vernon Cornelius were associated with this group before they joined The Quests.
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This is a good EP. Their version of Mojo which is actually Got My Mojo Working made popular by Mudday Waters is given a steaming treatment. The band really chugs along behind him and there is an exciting part when the drums kick in and then Benny Chan lets go a memorable lick on electric twelve string. The first choice of guitar for an aspiring bluesman. More to come at the end when Bryan lets loose a blood curdling yell.
ReplyDeleteSiva and James Choy can be heard on backing vocals and for Siva on organ.
Joseph.C.Pereira
Dear Friends,
ReplyDeleteThis EP is now included on the recent Universal release 100 Singapore. It is in cd 3.
Regards.
Joseph.C.Pereira