Album: Dirty Water by The Standells (1966)
Format: Album

Artist Background: The Standells are a rock and roll band from Los Angeles, California who, like The Seeds, exemplify the garage rock style. The band was formed in 1962 by lead singer/organist Larry Tamblyn and guitarist Tony Valentino. The Standells' first hit single was Dirty Water, which reached #11 on the Billboard charts on June 11, 1966. Other hits included Sometimes Good Guys Don't Wear White, Why Pick On Me, Riot On Sunset Strip (about the 1966 riots resulting from police attacks on hippies), and Try It... Emerged in the 1960s era.

Music Scene: Emerged in the 1960s era.

Tags: 1960s, Album

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Dirty Water

The Standells

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