November 17th marks the anniversary of The Kinks' release of their 1967 album Sunny Afternoon, and 1986's Think Visual. But tonight, it's Muswell Hillbillies, as it has been remastered and reissued this month, with a 2nd disc "Katalog" of 17 tunes from 1972 to 1984. When it was released in 1971, Muswell Hillbillies didn't receive great reviews -- especially compared to the previous year's hitmaking Lola. But in the decades since, it has become one of the most revered among Kinks fans. It might not seem as much of a "concept album" as others, but you can definitely pick up on their theme of the working class, as seen through at times jaded and cynical British eyes, and as heard through a distinctly Americana sound. Pull up a chair Monday night for this reissue, including some of the Katalog tracks to round out the hour.
Monday Night the 17th at 8pm: THE KINKS - MUSWELL HILLBILLIES
