Jim McCarty - The Yardbirds. Talks About The Band's Amazing Guitarists: Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Their Hits And Much More!
Episode Notes
Jim McCarty is the original drummer for The Yardbirds, one of the greatest bands of the British Invasion era of the 1960s. They had a string of hits including “For Your Love” and “Heartful Of Soul”. But the band is perhaps best known for having three of the greatest guitarists of the rock era in succession: Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page.
My featured song in this episode is “Right Now”. Spotify link here.
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In this episode Jim and I discuss:
The British Invasion era
Forming The Yardbirds
Their American tour in 1965
Eric Clapton
The Jeff Beck era
Jimmy Page together with Beck
Songfest:
“For Your Love”
“Heartful Of Soul”
“Shapes Of Things”
“Over, Under, Sideways, Down”
“Happenings Ten Years Time Ago”
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“All Of The Time” is Robert’s most recent single by his band Project Grand Slam. It’s a playful, whimsical love song. It’s light and airy and exudes the happiness and joy of being in love. The reviewers agree. Melody Maker gives it 5 Stars and calls it “Pure bliss…An intimate sound with abundant melodic riches!”. Pop Icon also gives it 5 Stars and calls it “Ecstasy…One of the best all-around bands working today!”. And Mob York City says simply “Excellence…A band in full command of their powers!” Watch the video here. You can stream “All Of The Time” on Spotify, Apple, Amazon or any of the other streaming platforms. And you can download it here.
“The Shakespeare Concert” is the latest album by Robert’s band, Project Grand Slam. It’s been praised by famous musicians including Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad, Jim Peterik of the Ides Of March, Joey Dee of Peppermint Twist fame, legendary guitarist Elliott Randall, and celebrated British composer Sarah Class. The music reviewers have called it “Perfection!”, “5 Stars!”, “Thrilling!”, and “A Masterpiece!”. The album can be streamed on Spotify, Apple and all the other streaming services. You can watch the Highlight Reel HERE. And you can purchase a digital download or autographed CD of the album HERE.
“The Fall Of Winter” is Robert’s single in collaboration with legendary rocker Jim Peterik of the Ides Of March and formerly with Survivor. Also featuring renowned guitarist Elliott Randall (Steely Dan/Doobie Brothers) and keyboard ace Tony Carey (Joe Cocker/Eric Burden). “A triumph!” (The Indie Source). “Flexes Real Rock Muscle!” (Celebrity Zone). Stream it on Spotify or Apple. Watch the lyric video here. Download it here.
Robert’s “Follow Your Dream Handbook” is an Amazon #1 Bestseller. It’s a combination memoir of his unique musical journey and a step by step how-to follow and succeed at your dream. Available on Amazon and wherever books are sold.
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