Oct 24, 2022
Flames Song of the Day #2
This one sounds a lot like the Moody Blues song "Nights in White Satin" and indeed, there are conspiracy theories on the internet that the writer of that song somehow ripped off Steve Fataar (credited with "Useless Illusions"). The Moody Blues song was released a couple of months after the Flames' in 1967, so maybe the rumours are true...
I think it's Steve who sings this one and his voice is great. People often assume that Blondie sang most of the lead vocals on the Flames' material, but indeed, often it was Steve. Brother's bass is really nice to listen to listen to in this tune. Ricky's drum part shows his fondness for the hi-hat.
Anyway, I love this song.