Product Code: WET30285606
Original price was: $48.99.$29.39Current price is: $29.39.Ooh La La, released in March 1973, serves as a spirited and bittersweet valedictory statement from Faces. Anchored by rollicking, ragged-edge rockers like Silicone Grown and Borstal Boys, it crackles with unpretentious energy and party-ready swagger. Yet, beneath that joyous exterior lies deeper emotional currentsRonnie Lanes reflective compositions such as Glad and Sorry and the wistful title track reveal a band wrestling with change and nostalgia. The result is an album thats both raucous and tender, offering half an hour of raw charisma, heartfelt introspection, and undeniably timeless charm.
Despite the pressures of Rod Stewarts solo stardom and growing internal tensions, the Faces deliver a cohesive and vibrant recordthanks in no small part to producer Glyn Johns, who kept the sessions focused and alive. The albums brevityjust over 30 minutesis packed with memorable riffs, folky warmth, singalong moments, and that unmistakable Faces camaraderie. Whether youre drawn to its rowdy rockers or its quieter, more melodic moments, Ooh La La stands as a powerful and affectionate farewell from one of rocks most lively and honest bands.
Features
Rhino is synonymous with high-quality reissues, setting the standard with award-winning audio releases for the past 45 years. Now they're raising the bar with a new premium vinyl series, Rhino High Fidelity. These high-end, limited-edition vinyl reissues of classic albums represent the pinnacle of sound and packaging.
To ensure consistent sonic excellence, Kevin Gray will cut lacquers for all Rhino Hi-Fi releases, and Optimal will press the 180-gram vinyl records. The releases boast high-quality glossy covers and "tip-on" jackets, an old-school aesthetic that evokes the golden age of vinyl.
A1 Silicone Grown
A2 Cindy Incidentally
A3 Flags And Banners
A4 My Fault
A5 Borstal Boys
B1 Fly In The Ointment
B2 If I'M On The Late Side
B3 Glad And Sorry
B4 Just Another Honky
B5 Ooh La La