New Colony Six - Things I'd Like To Say (Mercury Records - 1969)

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Published 2013-09-04
Chicago's New Colony Six originally emerged as a tough, British Invasion-styled outfit prominently featuring Farfisa organ and a novel (at the time) Leslie guitar. Scoring a huge local hit with "I Confess," their early recordings -- exemplified by their 1966 debut album, Breakthrough -- featured first-class original material that gave the sound of Them and the Yardbirds a more commercial, American garage-based, vocal harmony approach. The rest of the '60s saw the band gradually abandoning its roots for middle-of-the-road pop with horns and strings. Continuing to rack up major local hits and minor national ones, they finally cracked the U.S. Top 30 with "Love You So Much" (1968) and "Things I'd Like to Say" (1969). ~ Richie Unterberger, Rovi

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All Comments (21)
  • @Transterra55
    I was going to say this is one of the most beautiful songs of the 60s, but now that I think about it, it’s one of the most beautiful songs ever… The lyrics, the melody and chord progression, and an outstanding arrangement Create a truly heartbreaking song.
  • @raycota4322
    I bet they never thought that people would be hearing this song for the first time 50 years later and falling in love with it .
  • @kimberlymillerdietrich7715
    As a 12 y/o in 1969, the melody of this song brings me right back to a feeling of nostalgia. Even a tear to my eye.......
  • @luckystar2841
    Such a timeless, beautiful song. One of the best of the 60’s - and you can’t do better than that.
  • @chuckarthurhultz8483
    Yeah, I cried. Damnit. So many memories came flooding, charging into my brain, it was amazing. I went to see these guys in 1968,I think; they came to a small, but very cool town, Grand Haven, MI. and performed a two-set gig, and I was right up front. What a great show they did. I'll never forget it. Thank you for making it available to listen to their music once again, and relive some very good and happy times 55 years later. God, it's great to have the tech we do, and can enjoy sounds as I've never heard the quality of, ever. CA
  • @rhondapomeroy5695
    I was married to the love of my life 45 yrs and he passed away .. we loved this song. Memories ❤
  • @billyhollister8768
    The musicianship, the melodic instrument sounds, the gorgeous harmonic vocals. One of the most incredible masterpieces OF ALL TIME.
  • @thomassmith8721
    I confess, the tender vocals of Ray Graffia and Ronnie Rice can soften the hardest of hearts and make a tear drop fall. You can hear and feel the emotions. A gorgeous ballad, like a pleasant dream.
  • @tonycamasso1060
    This song is like a time machine, it takes me right back to days long past.
  • @terriauston3083
    This song touches my heart because I always think of my friend ❤
  • @pigurine
    One day in the 60 s is worth a year today.
  • @warrenwatkins9650
    I came across this song about 5 yrs ago and didn't recognize it at first. Played it and realized I was singing along with it about 2min into it. WOW, What a memory shock! GREAT SONG! I LOVE IT!!!
  • @wa6roy
    Thanks to youtube so we can relive our 60s childhood
  • @jcambrose1461
    After over 40 years I still get goosebumps to this one
  • @marionkitty5138
    When I was 14 I bought the 45 at Woolworths and played it over and over again. Such a beautiful song❤️❤️.
  • @jeffreygrossi2800
    This song immediately throws me back to junior high days and my first love. It still gives me chills.....❤️