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THE KINKS!

2 songs for the price of One!
Last of The Steam Powered Trains +with+ Picture Book:


L-0-L-A:


Sunny Afternoon:


Ray Davies film excerpt: Return to Waterloo




Ray has a really charming smile.

More Kinks trivia:

Ray and Dave Davies grew up in Fortis Green, Muswell Hill, North London.
Their family had a fun party in the parlor every Saturday night.
Dave had a sharp temper, and would often swing punches when he was in a bad mood.
The unusual dobro guitar used in the song Lola is made out of metal.
The song 'Sunny Afternoon' is about British politician Harold Wilson.
The concept pop-opera 'Arthur' is based on Ray's brother-in-law, Arthur.
Tom Robinson's cover of 'Tired of Waiting' was dedicated to Ray when contracts they were discussing stalled.
Chrissy Hynde said: "It was like we were the only kids at an adult's party who sneak away..."
Dave Thomas of the band Pere Ubu said: "Life stinks, I think I like The Kinks..."

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