Meet The Beat 7Up Walking Eye 12" Vinyl LP Album

- Rare 7UP promo vinyl blending British beat and American soul with iconic late 60s hits

Album Front cover Photo of Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up https://vinyl-records.nl/

The compilation album "Meet The Beat 7Up" was produced in England by the CBS Special Products Division and released exclusively for the Swiss market as a promotional record for 7-UP. Bringing together chart-topping acts of the late 1960s, it blends British beat, American soul, and folk-rock in a single 12" vinyl showcase. With artists such as The Tremoloes, Simon & Garfunkel, and Aretha Franklin, this rare pressing captures a vibrant moment in pop history while doubling as a creative marketing tool for the iconic soft drink brand.

Transcript of the liner notes:

Whether you're relaxed in an easy chair with a long cool drink or living it up with a swinging scene at your pad, this album will bring to you some of the best from the beat scene now sweeping Europe.

Never before have so many top line artists got together on one disc to give y'ou the swinging "London Sound".

Simon and Garfunkel almost resident in the charts sing SCARBOROUGH FAIR as only they know how, The Chambers Brothers add a new dimension to the entertainment world with A NEW TIME A NEW DAY. Hot from the charts we have The Tremeloes HELLO WORLD, The Gun RACE WITH THE DEVIL and OB- LA- DI, OB- LA- DA by The Marmalade.

From across the Atlantic more top line artists, Johnny Johnson and the Bandwagon with BREAKING DOWN THE WALLS OF HEARTACHE and from their latest LP we have taken YOU'VE MADE ME SO VERY HAPPY by Blood Sweat and Tears, a group you will hear a lot more from.

A disc that sold a million copies in America we felt you would like to hear more of, Cliff Nobles with THE HORSE. A musical event any time is a release by the Byrds, this one SO YOU WANT TO BE A ROCK AND ROLL STAR is no exception.

Adding to our entertainment are The Love Affair singing ONE ROAD which in any language spells success for the group, and pleasure for the audience.

Another massive hit from the American singles charts is EVERYDAY PEOPLE by Sly and the Family Stone, listen to this track and enjoy their unique style.

This album would not be complete without the distinctive and particular treatment that Aretha Franklin gives to MOCKING BIRD, Aretha was recently voted top Soul Singer in America and has scaled new peaks of International fame.

Here then is a collection of artistic styles which form a whole Album that is musically magnificent.

Production & Recording Information:

Music Genre:

Pop, Beat

Album Production Information:

The album "Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up" was produced by: 7UP

Label & Catalognr:

CBS Special Products WSR 923

Media Format:

12" Vinyl Stereo Gramophone Record
Total Album (Cover+Record) weight: 230 gram

Country:

Switzerland / England

Complete Track-listing of the album "Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up":

Tracklisting Side One:

This side showcases a mix of British beat groups, American funk, and jazz-rock fusion, reflecting the vibrant crossover sounds of the late 1960s.

  1. The Tremoloes – Hello World. A British beat group best known for their melodic pop-rock harmonies.
  2. Love Affair – One Road. London-based pop-soul band led by vocalist Steve Ellis.
  3. Sly & The Family Stone – Everyday People. American funk and soul pioneers blending rock, R&B, and psychedelia.
  4. Gun – Race with the Devil. Hard rock band from London famous for their heavy riffs and driving sound.
  5. Blood, Sweat & Tears – You've Made Me So Very Happy. Jazz-rock fusion group mixing brass, rock, and soul.
  6. Simon & Garfunkel – Scarborough Fair. Iconic American folk-rock duo celebrated for their harmonies and poetic lyrics.
Video: Sly & The Family Stone - Everyday People (Official Video)
Tracklisting Side Two:

This side leans into soulful grooves, psychedelic soul, and timeless folk-rock, featuring chart-topping artists from both sides of the Atlantic.

  1. Marmalade – Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da. Scottish pop-rock band known for catchy Beatles-influenced hits.
  2. Johnny Johnson & The Bandwagon – Breaking Down the Walls of Heartache. American soul group popular in the UK’s Northern Soul scene.
  3. The Chambers Brothers – A New Time and a New Day. Psychedelic soul group blending gospel, rock, and blues.
  4. Cliff Nobles – The Horse. American soul singer remembered for this instrumental-driven hit.
  5. The Byrds – So You Want To Be a Rock and Roll Star. Influential American folk-rock band who shaped 1960s rock with jangly guitars.
  6. Aretha Franklin – Mocking Bird. The Queen of Soul, blending gospel power with timeless rhythm & blues.
Video: Marmalade - Ob La Di, Ob La Da (1968)
Album Front Cover Photo
Front cover artwork of the compilation album Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up. The design features a bold, psychedelic illustration of a green-skinned male face with bright orange-red hair and mustache, wearing reflective dark sunglasses. He holds a vintage-style microphone close to his lips, suggesting he is singing. The background fades from vivid green to red at the edges, creating a striking contrast. On the upper left, artist names such as Sly & The Family Stone, The Byrds, Simon & Garfunkel, and Aretha Franklin are printed in bold uppercase black letters. The album title Meet The Beat appears in solid black block lettering at the lower right. A small CBS Special Products logo and text mark this as a promotional release for 7UP in the bottom left corner.

The album cover of Meet The Beat 7Up bursts with psychedelic energy, dominated by a stylized illustration of a singer’s head and shoulders. His skin is painted a surreal green, contrasted by flaming orange-red hair and a thick matching mustache.

He wears oversized dark sunglasses with bright reflections that hide his eyes, amplifying the cool, detached vibe. A large vintage microphone is held to his lips, ready to capture his voice. The artwork’s bold outlines and flat color areas echo the late-1960s pop art style.

On the upper left, the names of featured artists—including Sly & The Family Stone, The Chambers Brothers, Simon & Garfunkel, The Byrds, Marmalade, Blood Sweat & Tears, Aretha Franklin and others—are printed in tall black letters. The album’s title MEET THE BEAT is boldly stamped in black near the lower right, balancing the composition.

At the bottom left corner sits the CBS Special Products logo and text identifying this as a unique promotional release made in collaboration with 7UP. The overall design radiates a vibrant mix of advertising flair and musical celebration, perfectly capturing the spirit of its era.

Album Back Cover Photo
Back cover of the compilation album Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up. The design features a black background with a collage of black-and-white band photographs scattered across the top and middle sections. Prominent groups and artists include The Tremeloes, Cliff Nobles, Simon & Garfunkel, Aretha Franklin, The Byrds, Marmalade, Sly & The Family Stone, Love Affair, The Chambers Brothers, Gun, Blood Sweat & Tears, and Johnny Johnson & The Bandwagon. Each photograph varies in size and angle, creating a lively mosaic effect. In the center, bold white block letters spell out MEET THE BEAT. Below, detailed liner notes and track listings for Side One and Side Two are printed in white text, describing the featured artists and their songs. On the right side, a list of CBS catalog numbers for albums by each artist is presented. At the lower right corner, the bright red 7UP logo appears prominently, while just above it the CBS Special Products logo and WSR 923 catalog number are printed in white.

The back cover of Meet The Beat 7Up is a striking black canvas filled with a dynamic collage of black-and-white band photographs. Arranged at varying angles and sizes, the images showcase all featured artists, from The Tremeloes and Sly & The Family Stone to Simon & Garfunkel, Aretha Franklin, and others.

At the center, the bold white title MEET THE BEAT anchors the layout, beneath which detailed liner notes recount the album’s purpose and highlight its standout tracks. Two neat columns list the full tracklisting for Side One and Side Two, accompanied by promotional text about the popularity of the songs and artists.

On the right, a catalog section presents CBS catalog numbers for related albums by the same performers, offering listeners a pathway to explore more of their music. The CBS Special Products emblem, with catalog code WSR 923, is neatly placed above the unmistakable red-and-white 7UP logo in the lower right corner, underscoring the album’s promotional origins.

This back cover combines advertising with artistry, balancing the raw photographic portraits of celebrated performers with commercial details, making it both a collector’s document and a promotional showcase.

Close up of Side One record’s label
Close-up of Side One label for the compilation album Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up. The label is bright red with bold black text encircled by the words CBS SPECIAL PRODUCTS. At the top, the green 7UP logo sits inside a black box. In the center, the album title MEET THE BEAT is printed in thick block lettering. On the left and right edges are CBS logos inside squares. The catalog number WSR 923 A is printed to the right. Below the title is the tracklist for Side One, including: You've Made Me So Very Happy (Blood, Sweat and Tears), Race with the Devil (Gun), Everyday People (Sly and the Family Stone), The Horse (Cliff Nobles), A New Time A New Day (The Chambers Brothers), and Breaking Down the Walls of Heartache (Johnny Johnson and the Bandwagon). Songwriting credits are listed beneath each track. At the bottom, small text notes publishing credits, Made in England, and standard copyright warnings surrounding the outer edge.

The Side One record label of Meet The Beat 7Up is dominated by a vivid red background, boldly encircled by the words CBS SPECIAL PRODUCTS in black type. At the very top, the classic green-and-white 7UP logo is set inside a black rectangle, clearly marking its promotional nature.

Centered prominently, the album title MEET THE BEAT appears in thick black block letters, with the catalog number WSR 923 A printed to the right. Small CBS logos in squares are placed symmetrically on both sides of the spindle hole. Around the outer rim, copyright text runs continuously in fine print.

The tracklist for Side One is printed in black type, listing six songs along with their performers: You’ve Made Me So Very Happy by Blood, Sweat and Tears, Race with the Devil by Gun, Everyday People by Sly & The Family Stone, The Horse by Cliff Nobles, A New Time A New Day by The Chambers Brothers, and Breaking Down the Walls of Heartache by Johnny Johnson & The Bandwagon. Each entry includes songwriter and publishing credits.

At the bottom, in smaller text, appear the publishing acknowledgements, the phrase Made in England, and the standard copyright warnings. The design merges promotional branding with meticulous track documentation in a bold, eye-catching style.

Side Two Close up of record’s label
Close-up of Side Two label for the compilation album Various Artists Meet The Beat 7Up. The label is bright red with black print, framed around the edge by the words CBS SPECIAL PRODUCTS. At the top center sits the green-and-white 7UP logo inside a black rectangle, with the words 'Especially produced for 7up Ltd. (Switzerland)' below. In bold block type, the title MEET THE BEAT is centered above the spindle hole. On the right side, the catalog number WSR 923 B is shown alongside a CBS square logo. The tracklist is printed in two columns: on the left are song titles and songwriting credits, on the right are the performing artists. Side Two includes: Hello World (The Tremeloes), Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da (The Marmalade), Scarborough Fair (Simon and Garfunkel), So You Want to Be a Rock 'n Roll Star (The Byrds), Mocking Bird (Aretha Franklin), and One Road (The Love Affair). At the bottom are publishing credits, Made in England, and copyright text encircling the outer rim.

The Side Two record label of Meet The Beat 7Up is printed in bold red with black text, encircled by the words CBS SPECIAL PRODUCTS. At the top, the iconic 7UP logo appears in a black rectangle, underscoring the album’s promotional purpose.

The album title MEET THE BEAT is prominently displayed above the spindle hole, while the catalog number WSR 923 B is positioned to the right, next to a CBS square logo. Copyright warnings run around the outer edge in fine print.

The tracklist for Side Two is laid out clearly, with songwriting credits on the left and performers on the right. Featured are: Hello World by The Tremeloes, Ob-La-Di, Ob-La-Da by The Marmalade, Scarborough Fair by Simon & Garfunkel, So You Want to Be a Rock ’n Roll Star by The Byrds, Mocking Bird by Aretha Franklin, and One Road by The Love Affair.

Additional text at the bottom details publishing rights, ending with Made in England. The bold colors and structured layout capture both the promotional branding of 7UP and the precision of CBS record design.

Note: The images on this page are photos of the actual album. Slight differences in color may exist due to the use of the camera's flash.