Johnny Rivers – Rocks the Folk – 12″ LP – Imperial LP-9293 – 1966 – Rock/Folk

Overview
Johnny Rivers blends rock energy with classic folk storytelling on his 1966 LP, Rocks the Folk. Released on Imperial Records, this vintage vinyl features a spirited collection of folk staples delivered in Rivers’ signature upbeat “go-go” style, backed by Mickey Jones and Chuck Day and produced by Lou Adler.

• Artist: Johnny Rivers
• Album: Rocks the Folk
• Label: Imperial
• Format: 12-inch LP
• Genre: Rock / Folk Rock
• Notable Tracks: Blowin’ in the Wind, If I Had a Hammer, This Land Is Your Land, 500 Miles

Additional Details

• Release & Era: 1966
• Sound & Style: Vintage folk-rock interpretations with a rhythmic rock edge
• Artwork & Presentation: Features original cover text: “12 Greatest Folk Songs in His A Go-Go Style”; includes credits for Mickey Jones and Chuck Day; produced by Lou Adler, a Dunhill Production