An unprecedented five-disc boxed set, Forever Changing: The Golden Age Of Elektra Records-1963 to 1973, focuses on the heyday of the Elektra label as it made the transition from folk music to folk rock, before fully embracing electric rock. Forever Changing mixes these familiar names with a host of genuine rarities and lesser-knowns. Elektra's reputation preceded it and helped give maverick artists such as Nico, The Holy Holy Modal Rounders, David Peel and the UK-signed psychedelic folk group The Incredibl...   [ read more ]

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Henske sings with a full-throated, bluesy style reminiscent of Mama Cass on her best album, which was one of the first contemporary folk records to use a rhythm section (including Earl Palmer on drums). Highlighted by the title track, a moody, soaring ballad that was covered by Jefferson Airplane. ~ Richie Unterberger, All Music Guide

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