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Now I’ve Got A Witness (Like Uncle Phil And Uncle Gene)
(Nanker Phelge)

Regent Sound Studios, London, UK, February 4, 1964

Mick Jagger - tambourine
Keith Richards - electric guitar
Charlie Watts - drums
Bill Wyman - bass
Brian Jones - harmonica
Ian Stewart - organ
Gene Pitney - organ
Phil Spector - maracas

Produced by Andrew Loog Oldham

First released on:
The Rolling Stones - “The Rolling Stones” LP
(Decca LK 4605) UK, April 16, 1964

I'd love to know some more about the history of this recording because I believe it took place after a drinking session that culminated in the hilarious Fu ckin' Andrew spoof.

I never heard of Gene Pitney playing the organ before so I guess it turned into a free for all after they got back from the pub. Odd to have 2 organs on one song in 64 - eat ya heart out Keith Emerson and Rick Wakeman.

Anyway, great little 12 bar blues that coasts along neatly and sounds great motorvatin' around in the summertime.



Edited 2 time(s). Last edit at 2013-07-08 11:40 by Silver Dagger.

Charming early showcase for their instrumental talents.

Drew

I have doubts that it's Brian on harmonica, but if it is then it's probably the least inspired harmonica playing he ever committed to tape.

Gene Pitney on the session:

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"As we say in England, it can get a bit trainspottery"