Celluloid Heroes – A tip of the hat to the great #RayDavies. Showman, songwriter and philosopher. #MusicisLife #TedTocksCovers #TheKinks #JoanJett #BonJovi #SteveVai

Originally posted on June 22, 2020

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For many fans of The Kinks, ‘Celluloid Heroes’ stands as one of many classic compositions by the band and more specifically, Ray Davies. With ‘Celluloid Heroes’ you get an example of Ray Davies at the peak of his lyrical brilliance. While it is a lesser known piece for casual fans of this essential act from the British Invasion, it holds a special place in the hearts of anyone lucky enough to see The Kinks live. In the lexicon of rock and roll there are few acts who can orchestrate their audience as masterfully as Ray and Dave Davies and The Kinks. While songs like ‘You Really Got Me’, ‘Where Have All the Good Times Gone’, ‘All Day and All of the Night’ and ‘Lola’ bring the fans to a euphoric crescendo, ‘Celluloid Heroes’ had the ability to bring the listener back to a moment of personal…

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