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Christopher Milk – Some People Will Drink Anything (used)

Christopher Milk – Some People Will Drink Anything (used)

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"Some People Will Drink Anything" is the debut album by the band 
Christopher Milk, released in 1972. 
Key Information:
  • Band: Christopher Milk
  • Release Date: 1972
  • Label: Reprise Records
  • Genre: Primarily categorized as Rock, with subgenres including Pop Rock and Glam.
  • Producer: Chris Thomas
  • Songwriters: Ralph Oswald and John Mendelsohn wrote the songs on the album.
  • Significance:
    • The album's packaging is known for its "embarrassingly bad hype".
    • The band has been described as a "lightweight novelty pop act" with moments of good playing and clever lyrics.
    • The album has become a collector's item due to the later career of band member John Mendelsohn, who became a notable rock critic for Rolling Stone and Creem.
  • Tracklist: The album features 8 tracks. Some notable tracks include:
    • Tiger
    • The Loco-Motion
    • Poor Baby
    • The Babyshoes Bittersuite
    • Smart Alex
    • A Secondhand Viola
    • The Tough Kids
    • In Search of R. Crumb
  • Availability: The album is available on vinyl LP. Rhino Entertainment Group also released it.
  • Critical Reception: Reviews are mixed, with some finding it inconsistent despite its redeeming qualities. 
"Some People Will Drink Anything" is a unique and somewhat controversial album, primarily known for its unusual packaging and the later career of one of its members. It offers a glimpse into the early 1970s music scene and the unconventional nature of Christopher Milk. 
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