single · October 1, 1966
Happenings Ten Years Time Ago
EpicSee this day
psychedelic rockgarage rockclassic rock
This 1966 single, featuring a studio rendition of the live showpiece 'Happenings Ten Years Time Ago' and the B-side 'Psycho Daisies,' marked a pivotal moment in The Yardbirds' transition towards a more psychedelic and experimental sound. It captured the band at a peak of creative energy, shortly before their departure from Epic Records.
- The A-side, 'Happenings Ten Years Time Ago,' was The Yardbirds' first true studio recording to feature both Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page on lead guitars, albeit playing different parts.
- Recorded in August 1966, the single was released in October of that year, appearing on the UK charts but failing to chart on the US Billboard Hot 100.
- The single was the band's last release on the Epic label in the US before they moved to Columbia Records for their next album.
The Yardbirds were a British rock band, formed in London in 1963, known for their pioneering work in psychedelic rock, garage rock, and blues-influenced hard rock. They were a foundational act in the 1960s British Invasion, influencing countless bands with their experimental sound and guitar virtuosity.
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