VINYL KINGS: Time Machine

Vinyl Kings

Time Machine

© 2005 Vinyl Kings Records (824221640223)

What if the Beatles and the Beach Boys found themselves in a studio together? A "Revolver" meets "Pet Sounds" experience.

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Editorial Reviews of "TIME MACHINE"

Beatles Unlimited Magazine
"Clearly, they're the keepers of the flame and not just Beatles-influenced: the Vinyl Kings are the only Beatles-phoenix arisen from its ashes." (Tom Weel)


Imagine this if you will. You're offered the use of a time machine which not only can take you back in time, but also allows you to be invisible. Next, imagine you select a year in the 1960's and the place you chose to return to, a recording complex where in Studio One there's the Beatles, while at the same time down the hall in Studio Two Brian Wilson is putting the Beach Boys to work on his next creation. Then what if you were able to magically dissolve the wall that separated the two of them. What would you hear?

This natural follow-up to the Vinyl Kings "A Little Trip", finds the group moving through even more familar musical terrains, while at the same time inviting the listener into the bands own particular realm, with music you didn't know existed anymore.

Step into the "Time Machine" and press play today.

The members of the Vinyl Kings have individually produced, written songs for, played on recordings by, or toured with such artists as Sting, Bob Dylan, Elton John, Neil Young, Shawn Colvin, Shania Twain, Paul Brandt, Jimmy Buffett, Steve Winwood, Dan Fogelberg, Glenn Frey, J.D. Souther, Kim Carnes, Peter Frampton, Bobby Womack, Steve Earle, Bob Seger, Vince Gill, John Fogerty, Mark Knopfler, Faith Hill, Tina Turner, Martina McBride, James Ingram, Leann Rimes, Michael McDonald, Trisha Yearwood, Rosanne Cash, Wynonna Judd, Brooks & Dunn, Alabama, Bad Company, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Steppenwolf, Ozark Mountain Daredevils, Kathy Mattea, Lyle Lovett and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band.

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  • Time Machine
    author: Michael Whitt

    Words cannot express how it makes me feel to here something timeless again, just like Little Trip, this one has done it again. I love it and will listen to it for many years to come, just like I do with the others from my happy days that this group of songs brings me back to.

  • In the future all music will go backwards-something is real something to get hun
    author: Richard Astley-Clemas

    At the beginning you hear someone say OK then switch on the time machine and from then on the Beatles,Dylan and the Beach Boys inform at least 10 of the songs the exception being Pray for Peace apparantly influenced by Marvin Gaye but this is an artist I have little interest in. The Vinyl Kings seem to be in the same place the Turtles and Paul Revere & the Raiders occupied in the 60s-the American groups who wanted to be the Beatles.The great makers of pastiches. Number 1 though in the art of pastiche were the Beatles themselves who parodied the Beach Boys more than once. So the way to look at this CD is what if it were an undiscovered Beach Boys album which had been heavily influenced by the Beatles? It would certainly sound nearer the mark than some of the weird ones they cut in the later 60s when Van Dyke Parks was took on board. But then so many have learned well from the source whether its the obvious spoofs such as the Rutles or previous labours of love like Utopia's Deface the Music or Tears For Fears' Sowing the seeds of love.And that's before you even consider that ELO combined Beatles and Beach Boys with their opening riposte "ELO begins where I am the Walrus left off" The Vinyl Kings will not be found in the high street music stores because they are on an independent label sold over the Internet.The stores have enough on with all the stuff they fill their windows with and tell you is important. The ones who know this is not the case are the ones who purposely look for anything which copies the 60s. You only have to ask yourself-how does anyone copy what's around today? The blueprint was the 60s and the Beatles are now the World's biggest band about to get even bigger because we're talking not about some new band but an entire genre

  • In the future all music will go backwards-something is real something to get hun
    author: Richard Astley-Clemas

    At the beginning you hear someone say OK then switch on the time machine and from then on the Beatles,Dylan and the Beach Boys inform at least 10 of the songs the exception being Pray for Peace apparantly influenced by Marvin Gaye but this is an artist I have little interest in. The Vinyl Kings seem to be in the same place the Turtles and Paul Revere & the Raiders occupied in the 60s-the American groups who wanted to be the Beatles.The great makers of pastiches. Number 1 though in the art of pastiche were the Beatles themselves who parodied the Beach Boys more than once. So the way to look at this CD is what if it were an undiscovered Beach Boys album which had been heavily influenced by the Beatles? It would certainly sound nearer the mark than some of the weird ones they cut in the later 60s when Van Dyke Parks was took on board. But then so many have learned well from the source whether its the obvious spoofs such as the Rutles or previous labours of love like Utopia's Deface the Music or Tears For Fears' Sowing the seeds of love.And that's before you even consider that ELO combined Beatles and Beach Boys with their opening riposte "ELO begins where I am the Walrus left off" The Vinyl Kings will not be found in the high street music stores because they are on an independent label sold over the Internet.The stores have enough on with all the stuff they fill their windows with and tell you is important. The ones who know this is not the case are the ones who purposely look for anything which copies the 60s. You only have to ask yourself-how does anyone copy what's around today? The blueprint was the 60s and the Beatles are now the World's biggest band about to get even bigger because we're talking not about some new band but an entire genre

  • THIS IS A WONDERFUL RE VISIT OF THE BEATLES AND BEACH BOYS
    author: Tim (FARPOINTE)

    THIS RECORD IS GREAT!!! IT IS NICE TO HERE SOME OF THE CLASSIC SOUNDS THAT STARTED IT ALL!!!!.THIS RECORD GAVE ME CHILLS.... GREAT JOB LADS........

  • Clever or gimmicky?
    author: David Sattler

    I really liked the Vinyl Kings' first CD, and wanted to love this one as well. But the Beatles/beach Boys/Marvin Gaye quotes and soundalikes seem more gimmicky than fresh this time around. It's fun to play "spot the quote," but I'm sorry to say that it just feels derivative.

  • Great
    author: Roger

    I really enjoyed the CD. The Vinyl Kings are the best live band I have ever heard. The covers they do did live spoiled me for the originals. I have a daughter going off to college this year and Your Time To Shine touches me. THANKS for the music.

  • More than a mere pastiche
    author: Prof. JiBbLe

    Yes, it's true: if there had been no Beatles or Beach Boys, there would be no Vinyl Kings. That said, there's no other band out there delivering this sort of sound, and the Vinyl Kings are doing far more than merely copying a style; they're writing songs that would give their idols a run for the money.

  • Not only Beach Beatles but Marvin and America Too!
    author: Rich B.

    Wow!! All my favorite sounds on one CD! I am a big Beatles and Beach Boys fan but I also loved all that great Motown stuff that was on the radio at the same time.And when America came on the scene in the early 70's,they seemed to fill that void of great tunes and harmonies that I loved! And now the Vinyl Kings are bringing it all back!! This is what great music is all about! Thanks V.K.!!!

  • So much talent in one band.
    author: Scott Peterson

    Time Machine is just that. It takes us back to the stylings of some of the great bands that have influenced us all. Each member of Vinyl Kings has had a prolific stream of great music themselves, but together, they let us hear the same harmonies John, Paul and George would have made, as well as the Wilson brothers. After A Little Trip and this second album, Time Machine, we know they are all musician's musicians and we're all lucky they put this project together for us. Thanks, guys.

  • It's all been said already!!
    author: www.Snugradio.co.uk

    We love The Vinyl Kings here at Snug Radio. We're currently enjoying the tracks 'Time Machine' and 'Your Turn To Shine'. If you ever want to come on the show or send us stuff to play, feel free. What can we say that hasn't already been said in all these other glowing review. Keep up this excellent work. Thanks guys, you rock!!

  • Everything I've dreamed of hearing, and more!
    author: Bree, age 20

    While I liked their first album, "Time Machine" exceeds it. Half of the songs on the album are in my 5 star slot. The song "Time Machine" is up-beat, and I often find myself singing it during the day. "Eloise" is a beautiful tribute to the Hollies' "Dear Eloise," with a similar story and a lovely, mellow sound. "Your Turn To Shine," "One Love At A Time," "And Love You" are all wonderfully fresh love songs, about loving your children or rekindling the love of your spouse. "Just Anoter Day" always makes me smile when I hear it. With it's quirky lyrics and imagery of someone fumbling through their day, waiting for someone to come home. If anything I've ever rated has deserved 5 stars, it's "Time Machine."

  • Fantastique !
    author: Greg

    Sorry I'm Parisian.. so I will write in french : C'est FANTASTIQUE ! Je l'ai écouté sur CD Baby et acheté dans la foulée. J'ai reçu ce bijou en seulement 4 jours des US pour 21 dollars (félicitations CD Baby !!)sur Paris et je l'écoute en boucle depuis. Tout le monde autour de moi a ce parfum de nostalgie à écouter les Vinyl Kings ! Tout simplement géniaux. Une production époustouflante, des musiciens hors-normes et monstrueux, des mélodies hyper-travaillées et structurées, des arrangements de voix soignés, une bonne humeur délicieuse....bref une perle à recommander à tous ! En fait, tout est génial. Tubes sur tubes originaux. Seule la pochette est à ch... Mais on s'en fout com-plè-te-ment tellement le talent de ces 11 gars surpasse tout. Cet album est introuvable en France. J'ai vraiment l'impression d'avoir déniché un trésor !!! Bonne écoute. Greg de Paris

  • FANTASIC
    author: * loz *

    i loved it..... its amazing and its acutally about real life which makes it even more specail !!!

  • Spot on is right
    author: Nik

    Yeah, this album is superb and fun to be exact. I agree that the description is pretty spot on. I sense a bit of Paul James Berry irony here to just like the many other legends mentioned above. Excellent.

  • on the trip to Blue Jay Way
    author: Peter from Germany

    You did it again, guys, after A LITTLE TRIP we're now back into the sixties with TIME MACHINE. Another great experience and I would really love to hear and buy more of your addictive stuff. This is blood in my musical veins. KEEP AT IT!

  • Really great!!!
    author: MDMPHD

    The review description of crossing Beatles and Brian Wilson is spot on,jack! I had this in jukebox mode during a recent party and people were actually stopping conversations to find out who they were!

  • Nothing Short of Phenomenal!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    author: Gregg Johns

    They've done it again and even kicked it up a notch!!!! The musicianship, production, and arrangements are amazing. Although the promotional blurb of the Beatles' Revolver meets the Beach Boys'Pet Sounds is accurate, this recording is so much more. These guys are melding these influences into their own originality. For fans of the Beatles, Beach Boys, and 60's psychedelic pop, your cd collections have a void without both of the Vinyl Kings albums. Old hippies never die, they just enter the studio and kick the keisters of the up and coming wannabes!!!!!!

  • unique, fun, and worth a listen
    author: WW from Canada

    I bought this because it was a CD Baby bestseller. I was not disappointed.

  • INCREDIBLE!!
    author: Brian in DE

    How many album reviews have we all read over the years where reviewers compare vocals/harmonies to the Beatles or Beach Boys, or to a lesser degree, the Everly Brothers? Far far too many! Until now, the Rambrandts selftitled CD was the only one that could hold a candle to the hype. This CD is the one that finally delivers..and while an unabashed Beatles tribute, does it with all original songs!!! Incredible musicianship. Lyrically, not QUITE up to McCartney/Lennon's standard, but a total delight. I could write the same review for the Vinyl King's Little Trip. Don't miss it either. Both albums are a delight and at last there are not one, but two albums that merit the "Beatlesque" comparison so overly used.

  • A complete delight
    author: Michel

    This record is a complete delight from beginning to end. The songwriting is astonishing and most of those songs would have been highlights on classic Beach Boys records like Pet Sounds, Friends or Sunflower. I just can't put it out of my CD player !

  • Clearly these guys weren't just a fluke!
    author: Cynthia

    I jumped in with both feet and bought this along with A Little Trip. I have to say that I liked the first one a little better than this one but that is most certainly due to my greater appreciation for the Fab Four over the Beach Boys. I still very much enjoy listening to this CD as well and I play it much more than many other discs in my collection. If you're a boomer, you'll put this disc on and recall the days when albums were made that flowed from one track to the other and not the one hit CD's of today. BUY IT! You won't be disappointed.

  • What are you waiting for?
    author: Deka

    When I was a lad every new Beatles album was an event. I would play it and pick a favorite, play it a couple more times and pick another favorite and on it would go changing my mind with every play. I haven`t felt like that with any other band or album...until now. This album is absolutely SUPERB. If you haven`t made your mind up about purchasing this album yet what you waiting for? Hoist up the John B sail or climb in a newspaper taxi and take A LITTLE TRIP on the TIME MACHINE!!!Long may these guys reign.

  • Wow! This cd goes to the top of my all time favorites list.
    author: UHB

    Wow! This disk goes right to the top of my all time favorites list. I first played it last week for the first in my car with the sunroof open. When I pulled next to a bus, a couple of 17 year olds hung out the window and asked me what it was. These guys are simply amazing! 8 stars

  • Ear Candy
    author: John

    This CD is well worth it. A few nice surprises are included. If you love good well written tunes then buy this CD. Remember ear candy is non-fattening with 0 calories.

  • author: S.A. Life Magazine AUSTRALIA Chris Clark

    Tribute bands are a growth industry, though it is rare to discover artists who can rise high above average cover band status. The Vinyl Kings are a group of seven of Nashville’s most accomplished song writers, producers, singers and session musicians who have collectively worked with a lengthy list of music celebrities.They came together to play for fun at small venues and charity functions playing the music which had originally inspired their careers, by recreating the atmosphere of the 60’s, Beatlesque, Beach Boys and Motown sounds. Time Machine, their aptly named C.D. can only be described as ‘what if the Beatles and the Beach Boys found themselves in a studio together?’ An experience where Revolver plus Abbey Road meets Pet Sounds channelled from an undamaged Brian Wilson and a still united Beatles. This is quite plausible when you discover the Vinyl Kings who have the ability to make you believe that their sounds are long lost Beatles and Beach Boys tracks, their musical and song writing abilities are totally convincing. The 4 Beatles inspired tracks include Mr. Greedyman and Your Turn To Shine with their George Harrison guitar breaks and George Martin style production. The 5 Beach Boy pastiches include the Sloop John B styled Sycamore Bay, while One Love At A Time and Just Another Day have magical harmonies, catchy riffs and a Pet Sounds structure. The standout track is the ballad Eloise which could easily be compared with the Beach Boys classic Caroline No. One Motown homage is included Pray For Peace a Marvin Gaye styled number which would be worthy of a place on his immortal recording What’s Going On.

  • HELP!--I can't stop listening--absolutely incredible
    author: Greg McCarty

    HELP!! I can't stop listening-feel's like 35 years have melted away--Don't stop--tremendous songs-

  • World's greatest cover band doing original music
    author: Jim Hite

    There are about five bands covered in this cd. Beatles and Beach Boys are obvious, but the missing track they created for Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" is priceless. Why the world's greatest 60's and 70's cover band decided to do an album of undiscovered materiel is an interesting point of discussion, but is entirely beside the true point of this album. The real pont of this effort is the re-introduction of some of the greatest music in the past half century - that has never been heard before. How this many masterpieces of Lenon/McCartney, Brian Wilson, Marvin Gaye and others escaped the notice of the many fans devoted to their works is beyond me, but I can only say "Thank you!".

  • If you love great hooks and harmony ... you must check out this cool CD!
    author: Brian Marine

    "Time Machine" arrived a few days ago, and I was simply blown away. I found myself shaking my head in amazement at the great songs and hooks, the really beautiful instrumental arrangements ..and most of all, by the Vinyl King's vocals. I have always been a sucker for tight harmonies, and although there have been some groups that have done this well over the years, what these guys have done ranks right up there. Not only are thee songs well sung, but the vocals also very tastefully arranged and used so nicely within the context of each song. If you love great hooks and harmony ... you must check out this really cool CD!

  • Another fab collection of divine powerpop
    author: Ru Rahman

    First off, what a brilliant album cover! Secondly, the Kings have done it again and produced yet more sweet melodic pop for the 21st Century. Time Machine is irresistably sunny and filled with enchanting hooks and harmonies. As George Martin might have said to the Beatles, "Well done boys! Keep up the good work."

  • the kind of music that i will listen to all the time
    author: shahar

    This is some good stuff, kind of music that I hear all the time

  • Too Cool..harmonies to die for..
    author: Marc Adams

    These guys are too cool...Larry lee is always teaming up with great players..They are all great writers and players.I surely recomend this Cd if you love melodic music with harmonies to die for. Great job guys..Volume 3?? Also check out Larry and Randel's CD Beyond Reach right here at CD Baby..

  • Quality music making at it's best
    author: Kit Nelson

    The Vinyl kings have made a couple of real CD gems in “A Little Trip,” and the latest one, “Time Machine.” I just had to have both. They are very skilled and experienced writers and players. That in itself would be enough to make them a standout. The tribute aspect is icing on the cake. Their clever placement of Beatle and Beach Boy trademark musical devices throughout their songs will bring a big grin to the faces of Beatle and Beach Boy nuts the world over. They’ve got a guy who sings just like Carl Wilson! This is quality music making at it’s best. If you like great melodies, harmonies and unexpected arrangement surprises, all excellently performed, grab these two CDs now.

  • Like Sunflower..........only better !!
    author: Steve

    Not too much can be said about this CD that hasn't already been said, but I was surprised that none of the reviews I read drew a comparison to the great (and under-appreciated) Beach Boys record "Sunflower". Can't wait for the next !!!

  • A great CD. A cross between the Beatles and Beach Boys at their best
    author: Steve Rimmer

    A great CD. A cross between the Beatles and the Beach Boys, but with their own fresh modern style. Songwriting and harmonys at their best. Higly recommended to anybody who loves great music

  • author: Rick

    As has been said before, if you enjoy the Beatles and Pet Sounds/Smile era Beach Boys, you will absolutely LOVE this CD. They have both groups sound down to a "T". Plus, if I didn't know better, I'd say that George Martin/Brian Wilson produced and engineered the whole thing. 2005's CD of the Year. Only one song deviates from the Beatle/Beach Boy sound. Pray For Peace, while maybe not seemingly fitting in with the rest of the songs, is in itself and outstanding tribute to Marvin Gaye/Curtis Mayfield. Their website states their next effort may be a Motown offering. If this song is any indication of their ability to duplicate that sound, I say go for it!!

  • Bought this one too!
    author: Barry

    I picked up the 2 CDs from the Vinyl Kings at the same time. I just love the sound these guys make. They are really good songwriters and should be very proud of themselves! I'm sure this music will prove to be timeless and will be considered classic in years to come!

  • So Cool and Groovey!
    author: Jeanette Hammons

    Wow! What a great Cd. I came across this one by accident. I'm so glad I did.It brought back some COOL MEMORIES!Great Job!

  • Brilliantly executed production!
    author: Dick Bourgault

    Your Beatle and Beach Boy type creations are very pleasant, entertaining, and very well produced. The vocals, instruments, arrangements, and recordings are excellent. You are an inspiration to me as a new CDBaby artist who just submitted my first effort, Summer Nights. Thanks.

  • GREAT!
    author: dhruva

    I feel this is one of the best albums I have found at cdbaby, it is definetly one of the best productions, every part of the album is top quality, musicianship is perfect! Thanks for your music! dhruva lance (atman)album.

  • great band
    author: Bill Park

    Sophomore releases usually suck. This one is well thought-out, well-paced, well-written and well-executed. Warning: if you do not like the post-Revolver/Sgt Peppers Beatles, and the "Surfs Up" era Van Dyke Parks/Brian Wilson Beach Boys, you will not enjoy this music. This is not rave up or surf party stuff, it is of the more experimental and introspective style.

  • Outstanding in a sea of mediocrity
    author: Gary

    Fantastic CD!! Larry Lee and Josh Leo have re-created the magic of the Beatles, Beach Boys, Marvin Gaye, and at the end some magic of their own. If you grew up on Beatles, Beach Boys and the followers, you will surely love this CD. Notable that member Jim Photoglo was in one of Ringo's All-Star Band lineups.

  • A breath of recycled fresh air.
    author: Jim Patton

    I love both of The Vinyl Kings' albums but favor this one slightly. Being born and reared in Southern California, the Beach Boys were "our" band. These guys have captured the sound and feeling of the Boys on this album as well as continuing the British invasion theme from "A LittleTrip." "Pray For Peace" seems out of place in the general context of this effort. But the rest of the songs are so great they make up for this one out of place tune.

  • Heartstrings
    author: Franko

    With my daughter (also a Beatles fan) leaving for college this fall, Your Turn to Shine left no dry eyes between us. Loved the CD in general.

  • This CD is truly great. I play it every single day.
    author: Paul...humble songwriter...

    WHAT MAKES A GREAT CD? Great production? Great instrumentation? Great vocals? No, although this album has all of that. The answer is GREAT SONGS. Time Machine is simply the best collection of songs I've ever heard from a group I've never heard of. Most of the songs are peppered with Beatles and Beach Boys riffs and harmonies, which I personally love. I would rather here these songs on a warped scratchy vinyl record than most anything else put on a CD today. And I personally think Eloise is a masterpiece. I mean Yesterday good. I've played this CD every day since I've gotten it, with no end in sight. Thanks for this great body of work!

  • one great song...others okay if you wear a dress
    author: snotty dick

    "mr greedy hands" is by far the best cut on this cd! buy it for this cut alone. if the rest of the album was more progressive and a little less beach boyish i think it would have been successful. not bad over all but just a little too sweet for me.

  • The Beatles are back!
    author: Ron Mellmer

    I really enjoyed this c.d. The vocals and harmonies are excellent!For anyone who misses the sound of the Beatles, this is a good place to start.Wish there were more rockers such as "Mr. Greedy Man" though.

  • Excellent-better than the 1st
    author: tommypoo

    Excellent-better than the 1st. Very unusual because there isn't any music recently that even comes close to this.

  • author: Jeff H.

    Excellent! If you like the first one, you will be sure to like this one! Just as if the Beach Boys and Beatles put out a dual release. If you haven't heard these guys give them a try. You'll be glad you did!

  • done it again
    author: Marz

    A worthy follow up to "Trip" - Surely "Time Machine" should have been 5 mins long though - it just gets going then ---- Beach Boys and Ozarks influences more to the fore than on "Trip" - and why on earth is "Pray for Peace" on the album?? Wrong style - wrong place - that takes it down from 5 stars to 4

  • Fantastic lyrics, harmonies and melodies
    author: Scott Aslett

    With Beachboy-like and Beatlesque harmonies, beautiful melodies, meaningful lyrics and a dash of Marvin Gaye soul, what else could you ask for? Anyone who enjoys classic rock will thoroughly enjoy this cd.

  • Excellent harmonies and well polished songwriting
    author: Joe Doherty

    While browsing around cdbaby, I found this album...and I'm glad I did. I'm a big fan of vocal harmonies, and this cd delivers. It also helps to be favorable to the Beatles. I bought two more to give out as gifts. While their style of music isn't necessarily original, it certainly is high quality, and definitely worth your while.

  • For anyone who loves vocal harmonies...It's a MUST.
    author: Lee Marshall/ReggaePlus Radio 1

    I expected to be disappointed...What was the hype again? 'Abbey Road' meets 'Pet Sounds'? I figured...why not give it a try? Well the first thing I did after listening to 'Time Machine' was order their first cd...'A Little Trip'. And if I ever get back up again maybe I'll do something else. 'Time Machine' knocked me on my backside. It's THAT good. Great concepts. Wonderful songs. Outstanding performances and production. For anyone who loves vocal harmonies...It's a MUST. Thankyou Vinyl Kings. You have another fan. Respect, Lee

  • Another gem amongst the dross force fed by corporate radio to the masses
    author: Mike Tobin

    Not as "instant" as the previous offering " The Trip" , which is no bad thing as it means you have to listen again & again . Interesting that that the " Beatles" influence is now expanded to encompass " The Beach Boys" too, but the oddity is the " Marvin Gaye" style track, which at first I was unsure about but now love ! Still think that these guys are closet " Stackridge" fans though......the only other U.K band that ever got close to The Beatles in song-writing creativity.

  • Another excellent CD
    author: pts

    Another excellent CD from this group that continues the music revolution of the 60s and 70s into the new century. The only disappointment is that they don't produce more.

  • More excellence from the Vinyl Kings
    author: Kristie

    I'm not sure what I can add that hasn't already been said. This album, with it's fun Beach Boys influence added in, is pure fun to listen to. It's music that makes your heart happy. What more can you ask for?

  • 5.
    author: David (The Hallowmonium Guy)

    Change that to a 5. What was I thinking?!

  • Solid.
    author: David Hatfield (The Boobie Song Guy)

    Vinyl King's: Time Machine shows us that when a musician keeps his influences solid (compared to obscure bands that are influenced by the solid bands anyway)the music can only be that musician's best. This CD is tight and captures much if not all the energy of the Beach Boys/Beatles that many other bands drew from.

  • Lots of fun, again
    author: Fred Heuer

    Once again, the Vinyl Kings have dipped into the sixties and thought about how that music would sound if it were produced now and then they have gone and done it. A little Beatles, a dash of Beach Boys (ca. Surf's Up or Holland) and even a bit of Marvin Gaye. Now if they could only get some air time on World Cafe and do a little tour, the world would be a better place.

  • Time Machine is RIGHT!
    author: Elaine

    The title of this second Vinyl Kings release is perfect! As I listened to it, I was transported back in time to the 60's and 70's. They have captured that era perfectly, with songs that pull from not just the Beatles and Beach Boys, those are just the most obvious. I definitely heard some Motown there as well, and maybe even some Queen too. I enjoyed their first release - A Little Trip - very much, but this second CD takes traveling to a whole new level! Now I can't wait to see what they can come up with for number three!

  • Call it "Evolver"
    author: Ed. Floden

    This is a new direction for The Vinyl Kings. It's not a detour, though. Like that obscure British rock group (that's a joke, son) that they imitate well, they're evolving. For The Beatles, traveling from 'Please Please Me' to 'Let It Be' was a long, winding, and very interesting road, and the Vinyl Kings are building on their own past; that's good. Stagnant rock this isn't. And on this cold day in mid-March, 'Time Machine' is giving me the feeling of summertime.

  • What Else Can Be Said?
    author: Doktah John

    After "A Little Trip", which is simply one of the greatest pieces of pop ever, along comes "Time Machine". Some of it wonderfully the same and some quite different, but all of it...ABSOULTELY THE BEST MUSIC ON THE PLANET!!! This is the music that we should be hearing on the radio...and this is the music that should be getting a Grammy award!

  • Very Gear ! Finally great music has arisen again from the past.
    author: Kevin Courter

    It takes alot to excite me. The Vinykings blew me away ! Please keep it rolling mates !

  • yup, you're right!
    author: Patty

    this is the first time I have listened to the Vinyl Kings. Liked it so much I'm going to go back and find more of their stuff. Just like you said, the Beatles, the Beach Boys and some really good vibes.

  • Not a Rutles Redux
    author: Steve Epstein

    Although the first album paid tribute to the Beatles exclusively, Time Machine embraces the Beach Boys/Jan & Dean as well as Marvin Gay. In fact, when I played Pray for Peace, my wife said she didn't know that Harry Stinson had a black guy in his band. 'Nuff said.

  • Better Than More of the Same
    author: Mitchell Rentzler

    Everyone wants more of the same. If you liked their first album, part of you wants it to be the same, but it is not, it is better. Tired of that gray music landscape put this one on and feel some joy.

  • author: andrew

    fantastic as the first one,but most i like the beatles songs.

  • paris
    author: paris hilton

    is mikie da poet on this cd

  • Beatles,Beach Boys, Marvin Gaye and Curtis
    author: Mike p

    When I first heard this CD I was hooked. this is a great composition of music and lyrics that bring back images of the Beatles, Beach Boys, Marvin Gaye and Curtis Mayfield. When I listened to Pray for peace I was captured by it's great sounds and awsome lyrics. Every cut is great on its own. I can't recommend a better CD to anyone who loved the Beatles and the Beach Boys. This CD is bound to be Noticed. Thanks again to the Vinyl Kings......KEEP ON KEEPIN ON.

  • Please tour in Virginia!
    author: Stephen Pollock

    I was bummed because Jellyfish broke up and Andy Sturmer has nearly disappeared from sight... Then, I stumbled upon these guys because my CD (Carol and the Charmers, Sparkle My Eyes) is being peddled here at CD Baby. My pain has been eased! They terrifically carry the torch for Beatles/Beachboys greatness. Time Machine is even better than their amazing first CD. I have a feeling their third will continue this trend. Shine is my pick for song on the year, brilliant in it's simplicity and meaningfulness. I wish I had written it for my son. Now get out on tour, dudes!!

  • Beatles, Beach Boys, AND Al Green? Heaven
    author: Pete Gerrard

    Everybody mentions comparisons with the Beatles and the Beach Boys, and quite right too because the Vinyl Kings have really done their homework and sound spot on. Sycamore Bay had me convinced that it was a long lost Beach Boys song. When I couldn't find it I thought it might have been a Brian Wilson solo effort. Nope, just great songwriting. But can I add a special word of praise for Jim Photoglo and his song Pray For Peace? I really imagined that I was listening to an Al Green song, and had to check that it was a VK original. Keep up the great work, guys, and please don't make us wait so long for number three. Cheers!

  • author: Tommy Cliche

    The Beatles and The Beach Boys mixed together, who would of thunk it? If you liked the first album you'll love this one. "Your Time to Shine" is my favorite. Great lryics and great music. Keep up the great job of providing above par music in a sub-par era.

  • As close to The Beatles as one can now get.
    author: Chris C

    Some of Nashville's "Elite" come out to play a second time with "Time Machine" and they win again! Fun, fun, fun, till their daddies take their T-Bird's away. One minute they're The Beatles, next minute they're The Beach Boys, plus this time they venture into almost letting their "COUNTRY" roots show, especially on the song "Your Turn To Shine". Which, I believe, with a little more production, could be a HUGE smash hit song! GET IT NOW!

  • BEatles meet the Beach Boys.
    author: Kathy Jaggers

    Beatles and Beach Boys revisited- and I wish there were more songs when the CD ends. Makes me look forward to the next Vinyl Kings project.

  • Perfect production, performance and songs are so good you'll cry.
    author: Newman

    Perfect production, performance and the songs are so good you'll cry. In a word, INCREDIBLE! Every bit as good as the first cd...

  • Wow! Part 2!
    author: Bill H

    My jaw hit the floor after listening to the 1st cd, and it's happened again! These two cd's are destined to be the kind of gems in your collection that you never lend out, like Beatle albums, cause if you do, you know you'll never get them back. Man, I'm glad these guys recorded this.

  • author: Martin R.

    An album full of excellent songs - the Vinyl Kings have done it again!! They have captured the essence of sixties pop music - catchy melodies, beautiful arrangements, the classic Beatles and Beach Boys chord changes, guitar breaks that George Harrison would have been proud of, vocal harmonies that I'm sure Brian Wilson would approve of! If there was any justice in the music industry, this album should rank with Sgt Pepper and Pet Sounds - however..... It begs just one question - How are they going to follow an album this good? I look forward to finding out!!

  • First Class 60's/70's Tribute
    author: Pearmeister

    As good as their first CD is, this new one tops it in several ways. First of all, every song is a winner and stands on its own. Secondly, even some of the more blatant references to the bands who influenced these songs are not overdone or patronizing in the least. Third, the vocals and harmonies are stunning. If you liked Andrew Gold's tribute to a vital musical period with all the proper influences, you will simply love this CD. VK's: Please hurry up with #3!

  • Forget the influences the songs make this a great album in it's own right
    author: Terry from Birmingham UK

    Trip was a real find but this has moved to a higher level. Plenty of bands copy the production styles of the Beatles and Beach Boys but forget that it was the songs that mattered. This is full of great songs. Greedyman and Shine are embedded after less than a week.

  • Vinyl Kings Are Present Past Masters...
    author: MichaelFla

    Simply put... very few bands march into the recording studio and come out after making some of the most pleasant, creative muse, toe tapping, fresh and fun-to-listen-to music as The Vinyl Kings... To take JPGR's & Brian Wilson genius and mesh it into their own personal brand of feel-good, feel very good music is an art... The Vinyl Kings have, once again, come through... There is still hope for great music in the world! Long live the Vinyl Kings!

  • I'm in Winnipeg, not a reviewer but I have to say.......
    author: MacDuff

    At what depth I ever was in the Beatles, I've never measured. They were..tremendous. I wore a Beatle cap. And others were shining too. And Neowwww..I'm an OLD guy! On my way out. An old musician.. never saw the stars..well, the Quebec Coliseum once...And then along comes this.....what does one call this?!..this 'sick' time machine. Song after song strokes the senses, gnaws at your skull. Ideas ricocheting. This is it! Damn!!! Revelation!! I'm holding off on the retirement boat. I'll drag out the gear...drums, keyboards, sequencers, samplers, guitars, amps, multitracks, well....all those things. And THAT's what I'm doing on my way out! I'm finding myself..freudian slip...finding myself some of you out there. Players who want to bring it back. Retro remedy. To everyone else who are on their way out there, watch for us in three to four years. We'll be on stage. Hey, maybe you do the same. Groups of Retiring Willbury's. Everybody'll be on holiday. A long one. Earned. I highly recommend that maybe you take a listen to this CD..... Know that I've had this wonderful masterpeace for a week and, I never thought I'd say this..at 53..but..I'm going back out there....I feel IT'S MY TURN TO SHINE. MacDuff

  • Lives up to the first CD!!
    author: Bits & Peaces Ltd.

    Well this Cd is a Great mixture of late '60's style of music to me. The Beatles and Beach Boys stand out strong! You can't go wrong with this CD. If you could wear out a CD I would have to buy a case of these! I heard about them first on a Klaatu e-mail list and I've been loving them ever since thanks to Mark Hershberger (sorry Mark if I didn't spell it right)

  • Can't stop playing the new CD
    author: Tom White

    Just got the latest VK CD, and I can't stop playing it. Again I hear both the Beatles & Beach Boys, but also so much more. I can relate to so many songs on this CD.Sure wish there was a live show coming to my town soon!

  • It's Gear! It's Fab!
    author: Al from Boston

    How do you follow A LITTLE TRIP? That CD was arguably the best representation of the Beatles' songwriting and production style released since the original band broke up. How? You release TIME MACHINE. More Beatles sounding songs (MR. GREEDYMAN sounds like it was pulled right off Revolver) and some Beach Boys thrown in for good measure. Add a bit of Motown in there too. These guys are so good at what they do it's incredible. And you know what? It even sounds like the VINYL KINGS to boot! (No pun intended, see cover). What fun! Keep it up fellas! We're out here waiting for more!

  • Better than the first CD
    author: Matt Horn

    Truly invokes the sound and spirit of the Beatles and Brian Wilson with a little Marvin Gaye thrown in too. Excellent harmonies and addictive melodies.

  • Solid Songwriting Cloaked in a Time-Capsule, Classic Production
    author: R.A. Nazario

    Put away your reticence or skepticism, this is no exercise in curatorship. A beguiling production (invoking everyone from the Buckinghams and the Beach Boys, to Queen...), the retro-novelty of which at times left me grinning wide, gives way to the power of genuine, heartfelt and superbly crafted songs. Yes, its a salute to an earlier, more innocent time, but after the comparisons are done, one can't help but conclude the material is fresh, lively--and very much stands on its own merits.

  • Talent Machine
    author: S Jansen

    Without listening, a casual observer might think that the "Beatles/Beach Boys" tag is nothing more than a marketing gimmick. After listening, however, it would become painfully apparent that there is no "gimmick" other than the captivating music! These extremely talented musicians have created another album as brilliant as their first, within a framework of the Lennon/McCartney/Brian Wilson legendary classics. I was struck by how easy it was to sing along with the songs, even on the first listen - how long has it been since you've been able to do that? Besides the fact that the melodies have continued to linger on...I haven't learned all of the words yet, but I find myself humming the songs to myself (and others) all day long. If I were to mention a few specific things about the album, I'd speak about the fun opening and concept of Time Machine, the incredible "Mr Greedyman" (the Taxman's evil twin, I think), the way that "Pale Blue Dot" "One Love At A Time" and "Just Another Day" give me joyous chills like they were lost Pet Sounds/SMiLE tracks that were just discovered, and the way that "Eloise" has the same wistful beauty as "Caroline, No". Where do I go to buy the beatleg, er, bootleg with the demos and outtakes of this stuff? I've already got my money ready...You know when you're driving and look in your rear-view mirror and see some idiot behind you, grinning ear-to-ear, singing along with the music, bouncing around in his seat, oblivious to everything else around him? Yeah, that's me, in my TiME MACHINE. Thanks very much, Vinyl Kings. It's really good to travel to more carefree times.

  • Awesome "Trip"
    author: Jason Wendleton

    "Time Machine" is the second CD by THE VINYL KINGS, one of music's best kept secrets. The band is neither a tribute, nor are they mere rip off artists...what they do is difficult to describe...the band channels(?) artists like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, Queen, and Marvin Gaye (I know what a combo, right?) and stirs the mix into muscial bliss...someday, when the book of rock is finally written the Vinyl Kings will have a chapter entitled "Great Historians of Rock 'N Roll." They keep the candle burning, while lighting one of their own.

  • Another great CD!
    author: Jack

    I really enjoyed the last CD and I like this one as well. Great songs and production. If you like the Beatles, check this CD out! Also check out The Jangles. Also sold on CD Baby.

  • Invested with the Warmth and Spirit of the Originals
    author: CHINASKI (www.cdbaby.com/cd/chinaski)

    For many Beatle-maniacs, this offers 11 tracks of manna from heaven, a respectful reminder of all that was translated through some very talented musicians. While nothing can take the place of the originals, this is (to paraphrase that old stage production of yore) "an incredible simulation". Time Machine is a nostalgia trip worth taking in the spirit of fun, a group of talented musicians bestowing a loving musical thank-you to those who have given us such a marvelous legacy. Put on the headphones and see if you can cite the references -- or simply enjoy the music for the quality endeavor it is.

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