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May 29, 2018 · This is the story of The Pretty Things’ S.F. Sorrow. The band’s career started five years earlier in 1962, and for five years they were a rhythm and blues and blues-rock band with a number of minor hits in the UK. This is not the topic of this article, but for those interested in the band’s early years I recommend reading the book Blues ...
Jul 17, 2020 · Album Review: “S.F. Sorrow” By Pretty Things – 1968. The Pretty Things were ahead of everyone else when they presented their fourth album, S.F. Sorrow, to the world. Structured as a rock opera, S.F Sorrow is considered to be one of the very first concept albums in existence, even predating the famous Tommy of The Who. It follows the story ...
This album's brilliance doesn't lie in its being the first rock opera. It lies in the way the Pretty Things tell a story with sounds more than words: the stern flutes on "Private Sorrow", the frantic harmonies on "Balloon Burning", and most of all the amazing main riff of "Death" (a must-hear).
She Says Good Morning is a syncopated seventh chord groove, which builds to a fantastic fuzz climax. Private Sorrow brings back the pastoral acoustic guitar, mellotron and recorder and finally decays under organ chords. Balloon Burning brings back the rock and fuzz and a wild, exhilarating guitar solo.
allmusic.com discribes this album very good with this: "Although it may have helped inspire Tommy, it is, simply, not nearly as good". Songs classics: none Best songs: S.F. Sorrow is born, She Says Good Morning; Private Sorrow, Lonelinest Person Overall - this album is much a product of its era. Their next LP "Parachute" is much stronger.
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Aug 3, 2022 · “S.F. Sorrow Is Born” features intricate acoustic bending, driving rhythm, and vibrant flourishes. “Bracelets of Fingers” begins with a vocal harmony and precedes a standard rock format. “She Says Good Morning” livens up the mood and carries a rich sound. “Private Sorrow” is a march-like psychedelic beat.
It then continues as a more conventional 60’s pop song but with a slightly processed vocal sound, reminiscent of early Floyd. “She Says Good Morning” rocks a bit harder with great drums and double vocals. “Private Sorrow” is again lead by an acoustic guitar and processed vocals.
