album · May 1, 1966
Try Too Hard
BMG Rights Management (UK) Ltd.See this day
rockclassic rockrhythm and blues
This single, released in the spring of 1966, marked a shift towards a more R&B-influenced sound for the band, a departure from their earlier beat group image. It reached number 23 on the UK singles chart.
- The song was co-written by Dave Clark and drummer Mick Ryan.
- It was recorded at Pye Studios in London.
- The single was released on the CBS label in the US.
The Dave Clark Five hailed from Tottenham, London, and were prominent figures in the British Invasion movement, known for their energetic brand of beat music. By 1966, they were established hitmakers, navigating a period where their sound was evolving amidst increasing competition in the pop charts.
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