From Nowhere/Trogglodynamite

Ah, The Troggs. What can we say about these cheeky chaps from Andover? Their debut album "From Nowhere" bursts onto the scene with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer to the eardrums. And we mean that in the best possible way. From the moment the first distorted chords of "Lost Girl" kick in, you know you're in for a wild ride. These lads have a raw energy that's infectious, and a swagger that can't be faked. Tracks like "Wild Thing" and "With a Girl Like You" are pure rock 'n' roll goodness, with catchy hooks and a sense of rebellion that's impossible to resist. But it's not all just mindless fun and games. The Troggs show some surprising depth on tracks like "I Want You" and "66-5-4-3-2-1", where they explore themes of love and longing with a sincerity that's unexpected but welcome. And when they slow things down on "Feelin' In My Heart" and "I Can't Control Myself", you can hear the tenderness underneath all that bravado. Overall, "From Nowhere" is a raucous, rollicking good time that's sure to get your toes tapping and your head nodding. It's a classic slice of 60s rock that still holds up today. So do yourself a favour and give it a spin. You won't regret it.