{"title":"The Kingbees","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"the-big-rock","title":"The Big Rock","description":"\u003cp\u003eOmnivore reissue The Kingbees' second and final album for RSO Records (1981). Disenchanted by the corporate rock of early '80s FM radio, The Kingbees straight forward rock 'n' roll sound (with a hint of country, a dash of punk and a full load of heart and soul) pre-dated the rockabilly revival by a full two years. And hot on the heels of the band's successful self titled debut album and hit single, 'My Mistake,' 'The Big Rock' delivers another smokin' batch of rock and roll-fueled tunes. The original album's twelve tracks are now joined with four bonus tracks. After the release of the album in 1981, The Kingbees disbanded. Shortly thereafter, James recorded four new songs with a brand new rhythm section. Those songs, available for the first time on CD, appear as bonus tracks. James also offers his own personal recollections, as well as, rare photos and memorabilia. Thirty-five years on, 'The Big Rock' sounds as fresh and vital as the day it was born. Crank up the volume 'til your ears start to bleed!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omnivore","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50462522245451,"sku":"401954","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/a9ee13c9-d7f1-44e4-b991-27dda3b35c44_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1727257943"},{"product_id":"the-kingbees","title":"The Kingbees","description":"\u003cp\u003e1980 roots rock classic expanded with 8 previously unissued demos and live tracks!  Reissue of 1980 classic with 8 bonus tracks. Notes from band member \/ co-producer Jamie James. James appears on Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction. Many point to the music of the late 1970s as a return to roots. And, in many ways it was. Crushing the myth that the songs of Eddie Cochran and Buddy Holly were of a bygone time, bands like The Kingbees showed - and proved - it was not of a time, but timeless. Jamie James formed The Kingbees, after a stint with a re-formed Steppenwolf. He knew there was still a place for good rock 'n' roll, as evidenced by bands like Stray Cats and The Blasters. The Kingbees were signed to RSO Records in 1979 and released their debut the following year. Straight ahead, reverential and just plain fun - the album's single 'My Mistake' became a hit in Detroit, and The Kingbees were soon spinning on turntables worldwide. It was a clean breath of fresh air in the cloudy air of polluted pop. Omnivore Recordings, in conjunction with James, is ready to reissue The Kingbees' classic, self-titled debut, expanded with unissued bonus tracks for its 35th anniversary. The original 10 tracks are joined by 5 tracks from the demo that got them signed and 3 live tracks from the tour for that classic release. Packaged with unseen photos, memorabilia and notes from James himself, The Kingbees is set to reignite their fanbase, and lovers of rock in general. James last appeared on the Omnivore soundtrack to the critically acclaimed soundtrack to Harry Dean Stanton: Partly Fiction, but this is where the stinger.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Omnivore","offers":[{"title":"CD","offer_id":50524380070219,"sku":"386896","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/1120\/6219\/files\/369e9ef0-6745-46c8-b6d9-d7a6f464f605_thumbnail_4096.jpg?v=1728027086"}],"url":"https:\/\/shop.roughtrade.com\/de\/collections\/the-kingbees.oembed","provider":"Rough Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}