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Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks - Original Recordings (1969) {Epic–Sony Music WK 75053 rel 1991}
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© 1969, 1991 Epic / CBS / Sony Music Special Products | WK 75053
Rock / Jazz Blues / Western Swing Revival / Contry Rock / Country Folk

Original Recordings was Dan Hicks' initial solo effort as well as the debut of his "Hot Licks." Unlike the overamplified electric jug band music that the Charlatans had been creating during Hicks' stint as their drummer and occasional vocalist, this new band performed a refreshing blend of jazz swing with country & western. Their understated performance style stood in stark contrast to the burgeoning heavy metal and acid rock that were en vogue as the '60s became the '70s. Featured on this album is a seminal version of the "Hot Licks" that were only together briefly.

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