The Everly Brothers 1957-1960

The Everly Brothers' compilation album "Original Hits 1957-1960" is a treasure trove showcasing the harmonious magic that Don and Phil Everly brought to the rock and roll era. This album encapsulates a pivotal time in music history, highlighting the duo's influential role in shaping the sound of the late '50s and early '60s.

One of the most captivating aspects of this compilation is its curation of tracks that solidified the Everly Brothers as rock and roll icons. The album includes hits like "Bye Bye Love" and "Wake Up Little Susie," both of which not only topped charts but also became emblematic of the burgeoning teenage culture of the time. Their unique blend of country and rock elements, underscored by their seamless vocal harmonies, was revolutionary.

Interestingly, the Everly Brothers' music was frequently characterized by their use of innovative guitar tunings and techniques, largely influenced by Chet Atkins, who was a friend of the family. This had a profound impact on the development of rock music, with legends like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and Simon & Garfunkel citing the Everly Brothers as a significant influence. In fact, Paul McCartney once famously stated that he and John Lennon “started to write songs because of the Everly Brothers.”

The track "All I Have to Do Is Dream" from this era is particularly noteworthy as it became the only song ever to be simultaneously No.1 on all of Billboard's singles charts, a testament to its broad appeal and the duo's wide-reaching impact.

Through "Original Hits 1957-1960," listeners are offered a lens into a transformative period in music history, when rock and roll was not just a genre but a movement, with the Everly Brothers at its melodic heart.