Album Info Hide Show Artist: The Kinks Album: The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society Released: Europe, 26 Oct 2018 Tracklist: A1 The Village Green Preservation Society A2 Do You Remember Walter? A3 Picture Book A4 Johnny Thunder A5 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains A6 Big Sky A7 Sitting By The Riverside B1 Animal Farm B2 Village Green B3 Starstruck B4 Phenomenal Cat B5 All Of My Friends Were There B6 Wicked Annabella B7 Monica B8 People Take Pictures Of Each Other C1 The Village Green Preservation Society C2 Do You Remember Walter? C3 Picture Book C4 Johnny Thunder C5 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains C6 Big Sky C7 Sitting By The Riverside D1 Animal Farm D2 Village Green D3 Starstruck D4 Phenomenal Cat D5 All Of My Friends Were There D6 Wicked Annabella D7 Monica D8 People Take Pictures Of Each Other E1 The Village Green Preservation Society E2 Do You Remember Walter? E3 Picture Book E4 Johnny Thunder E5 Monica E6 Days F1 Village Green F2 Mr. Songbird F3 Wicked Annabella F4 Starstruck F5 Phenomenal Cat F6 People Take Pictures Of Each Other G Days H She’s Got Everything Drums – Clem Cattini I Starstruck J Picture Book K The Village Green Preservation Society L Do You Remember Walter? CD1 Original Stereo Album 2018 Remaster + Bonus tracks 1 The Village Green Preservation Society 2 Do You Remember Walter? 3 Picture Book 4 Johnny Thunder 5 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains 6 Big Sky 7 Sitting By The Riverside 8 Animal Farm 9 Village Green 10 Starstruck 11 Phenomenal Cat 12 All Of My Friends Were There 13 Wicked Annabella 14 Monica 15 People Take Pictures Of Each Other 16 Days (Original Stereo Mix) 17 She’s Got Everything (Original Stereo Mix) Drums – Clem Cattini 18 Mr. Songbird (Original Stereo Mix) 19 Wonderboy (Original Stereo Mix) 20 Polly (Original Stereo Mix) 21 Berkeley Mews (Original Stereo Mix) 22 Rosemary Rose (Stereo Mix) 23 Misty Water (Original Stereo Mix) 24 Did You See His Name? (Original Stereo Mix) 25 Do You Remember Walter? (European Stereo Mix) 26 Animal Farm (Alternate Stereo Mix) 27 People Take Pictures Of Each Other (European Stereo Mix) CD2 Original Album 2018 Mono Remaster + Bonus tracks 1 The Village Green Preservation Society 2 Do You Remember Walter? 3 Picture Book 4 Johnny Thunder 5 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains 6 Big Sky 7 Sitting By The Riverside 8 Animal Farm 9 Village Green 10 Starstruck 11 Phenomenal Cat 12 All Of My Friends Were There 13 Wicked Annabella 14 Monica 15 People Take Pictures Of Each Other 16 Days (Mono Single Mix) 17 She’s Got Everything (Mono Single Mix) Drums – Clem Cattini 18 Mr. Songbird (Mono) 19 Wonderboy (Mono Single Mix) 20 Polly (Mono Single Mix) 21 Till Death Us Do Part (Mono) 22 Berkeley Mews (Mono) 23 Village Green (Alternate Vocal) 24 Lavender Hill (Mono) 25 Rosemary Rose (Mono) 26 Pictures In The Sand (Mono) 27 Misty Water (Original Mono Mix) 28 Did You See His Name? (Mono) 29 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains (Mono Mix) CD3 Village Green Sessions 1 The Village Green Preservation Society (Alternate Mix) 2 Do You Remember Walter? (Backing track) 3 Picture Book (Alternate Mix) 4 Johnny Thunder (Stereo Remix) 5 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains (Alternate Mix) 6 Big Sky (Alternate Mix With Session Chat) 7 Animal Farm (Takes 16 & 17 Alternate Mix) 8 Village Green (Unissued Acetate Mix) 9 Starstruck (Alternate Mix) 10 Phenomenal Cat (Alternate Mix) 11 Monica (Alternate Mix) 12 People Take Pictures Of Each Other (Alternate Mix) 13 Egg Stained Pyjamas (Backing track) 14 Days (Alternate Mix) 15 She’s Got Everything (Alternate Mix) Drums – Clem Cattini 16 Misty Water (Alternate Mix) 17 Mr. Songbird (Alternate Mix) 18 Pictures In The Sand (Backing track) 19 Berkeley Mews (Alternate Mix) 20 Easy Come, There You Went (Backing track) 21 Did You See His Name? (Alternate Mix) 22 Mick Avory’s Underpants (Backing track) 23 Spotty Grotty Anna (Backing track) 24 Lavender Hill (Backing track) 25 Village Green (Backing track) CD4 Village Green At The BBC 1 Interview: Ray Talks About Working 2 Days 3 Waterloo Sunset 4 Interview: Ray Talks About Solo Records 5 Love Me Till The Sun Shines Composed By – Dave Davies 6 Monica 7 Interview: Ray Talks About Village Green 8 The Village Green Preservation Society 9 Animal Farm (BBC Mix) 10 Last Of The Steam-Powered trains (With Live Vocals) 11 Picture Book (With Live Vocals) 12 Interview: Ray And Dave Talk About Last Of The Steam-Powered trains 13 Do You Remember Walter? (BBC Mix) 14 Dedicated Follower Of Fashion / A Well Respected Man / Death Of A Clown (TV Pre-Mix) Composed By – Dave Davies, Raymond Douglas Davies 15 Sunny Afternoon (TV Pre-Mix) Related Content: Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection you’d like to sell please click here . We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post. Free Shipping for orders $150 and over. You can also pick up your order in store, just select Local Pickup at the checkout. We also ship internationally – prices vary depending on weight and location. We ship vinyls in thick, rigid carboard mailers with a crushable zone on either side, and for extra safety we bubble wrap the records. 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You can contact our Melbourne record shop at (03) 9939 3807 or at [email protected] Happy Listening! Description Hide Show “The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society,” released in 1968, is often hailed as one of The Kinks’ most enduring and beloved albums. Despite its initial commercial failure, the album has since gained a cult following and is considered a quintessential piece of British rock history. It marked a departure from the band’s earlier, more commercially successful work, showcasing Ray Davies’ songwriting prowess and his ability to craft vivid, nostalgic narratives. The album is a concept piece that reflects on themes of nostalgia, the passage of time, and the loss of innocence. It paints a picture of an idyllic English village, capturing the essence of a simpler, bygone era. This thematic focus was a stark contrast to the prevailing trends in rock music at the time, which were leaning towards more psychedelic and experimental sounds. Instead, “The Village Green Preservation Society” embraced a more traditional, pastoral sound, with influences from British folk music and music hall traditions. One of the standout tracks is the title song, “The Village Green Preservation Society,” which serves as a manifesto for the album’s themes. It lists various elements of British culture and society that the narrator wishes to preserve, from “little shops” to “virginity.” The song’s whimsical and satirical tone sets the stage for the rest of the album, which continues to explore similar themes with songs like “Do You Remember Walter?” and “Picture Book.” “Picture Book” is another highlight, with its catchy melody and reflective lyrics about looking back at old photographs and memories. The song’s upbeat tempo and infectious chorus make it one of the more accessible tracks on the album, and it has since been used in various media, further cementing its place in popular culture. The album’s critical reception at the time of release was mixed, with some critics praising its lyrical depth and musical craftsmanship, while others were less enthusiastic about its departure from the band’s earlier sound. However, over the years, “The Village Green Preservation Society” has been re-evaluated and is now considered a masterpiece. It is often cited as a major influence on later artists and bands, particularly those in the Britpop movement of the 1990s, who admired its quintessentially British themes and sound. In terms of cultural significance, the album captures a moment in time when British society was undergoing significant changes. The late 1960s were a period of social upheaval and transformation, and “The Village Green Preservation Society” can be seen as a reaction to these changes, a longing for a simpler, more stable past. This sense of nostalgia and yearning for preservation resonates with listeners even today, making the album timeless in its appeal. Despite not winning any major awards at the time of its release, “The Village Green Preservation Society” has been recognized in various “greatest albums” lists over the years. It is often included in discussions of the greatest albums of all time, and its influence on subsequent generations of musicians is widely acknowledged. In conclusion, “The Kinks Are The Village Green Preservation Society” is a landmark album that showcases Ray Davies’ unique songwriting talent and the band’s ability to create a cohesive and evocative musical narrative. Its themes of nostalgia and preservation continue to resonate with listeners, and its influence on British music is undeniable. Though it may not have achieved commercial success upon its release, its legacy has only grown with time, solidifying its place as a classic in the rock music canon. Product Reviews Hide Show Write a Review