ART OF NOISE - PETER GUNN with DUANE EDDY 7" Picture Sleeve Vinyl Single
- Rare Demo Copy
- Rare Demo Copy
In Visible Silence. This album spawned the Grammy Award-winning cover of the Peter Gunn theme, recorded with twangy guitar legend Duane Eddy, who had a huge hit, years earlier, with Peter Gunn in 1959. The Art of Noise collaboration reached number two on the Billboard dance charts. The Peter Gunn video featured comedian Rik Mayall sending up the private eye. From this same album, the "Beat Box"-like single, "Legs," was a mild underground hit in dance clubs, and in 1986, "Paranoimia" achieved some success when a remix of it was released as a single with overdubbed vocal samples provided by the supposedly computer-generated character Max Headroom.
Duane Eddy, the "Sultan of Twang", was one of rock and roll's most influential guitarists. His signature sound, a deep, resonant twang dripping with reverb, defined an entire era of instrumental rock. Eddy's hits like "Rebel Rouser," "Peter Gunn," and "Because They're Young" became anthems, their instantly recognizable melodies evoking a sense of cool rebellion. His iconic theme for "Peter Gunn" cemented his place in popular culture.
Beyond his own hits, Eddy's influence is vast. He championed the low-tuned guitar sound, inspiring countless artists from George Harrison to countless surf rock bands. His collaborations with producers like Lee Hazlewood cemented his role as a sonic innovator.
While his career spanned decades, Eddy's music retains a timeless quality. There's a raw power and a touch of the cinematic in his best work, making it as compelling today as it was upon its release. Duane Eddy wasn't just a guitar player; he sculpted a sound that became an integral part of rock and roll's sonic DNA.
Music Genre: Rock New Wave |
Trivia: Peter Gunn was written by Henry Mancini, P/S Picture Sleeve designed by John Pasche |
| Tracks side 1: Peter Gunn |
| Tracks side 2: Something Always Happen |
Record Label & Catalognr: China Records VS4 42986 |
Vinyl Record Format: 7" Single/EP |
Year / Country 1986 Made in USA : |
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