Back in time we go to the London club scene of 1964, where pop is being met head on by an R&B scene that leaves the mods and rockers to chose sides. Animals manager Mike Jeffries discovered this band, and they were produced by Animals keyboard man Alan Price. The Hipster Image comes and goes, but in this instance the band is almost as good as their name. Here they are with “Can’t Let Her Go.”
Hipsters Through Time…
Hipster Image Biography
(Courtesy of ALL MUSIC by Bruce Eder)
A hot mod band of the mid-'60s discovered by Animals managers Mike Jeffries and, with one 1965 single produced by Alan Price, Hipster Image managed to become a major band on the London club scene without ever charting a record.
Established around Keele University in northern Staffordshire, England, the group comprised Colin Cooper (vocals/saxophone), Eric Leese (keyboards), Tony "Dirk" Durkin (bass), Frank Proudlove (vocals/saxophone), and Keith Webb (drums). They issued two soul numbers -- "Little Piece of Leather" and "All for You" -- onto a flexidisc issued at the university, which got them noticed by Jeffries and into a recording studio in London. Typical of Decca's judgement, the B-side, "Make Her Mine," was the better of the two songs and a popular club single.
Despite these breaks, the band was never able to sustain itself and ultimately broke up, although its four surviving songs have since emerged on CD, and "Make Her Mine" is an acknowledged classic, appearing on numerous Northern soul and mod compilations.
In 2020, the previously recorded 1965 track "True" was unearthed from the vaults and issued alongside a handful of other unreleased songs.
AI casts a hipster movie:
Yes, I’m familiar with the term “hipster image.” It typically refers to a style or appearance associated with a subculture known as hipsters. Hipsters are often characterized by their non-mainstream fashion choices, eclectic tastes, and a preference for independent or alternative culture. The term “hipster image” can encompass various elements, including vintage clothing, indie music, artistic pursuits, and an emphasis on individuality.
Try this. Imagine you have to cast a modern hipster couple in anew movie. Who would you pick?
If I were to cast a modern hipster couple in a movie, I would consider actors who embody the hipster aesthetic and have showcased versatility in their performances. Here are a few actors who could potentially fit the roles:
1. Zooey Deschanel and Joseph Gordon-Levitt:
Known for their roles in indie films and their quirky personalities, they could bring the right mix of whimsy and charm to portray a hipster couple.
2. Aubrey Plaza and Michael Cera:
Both have played offbeat characters in independent films and have a distinct sense of humor, making them potential choices for a hipster couple with a dry and ironic wit.
3. Lena Dunham and Adam Driver:
With their involvement in the TV series “Girls,” they have demonstrated an understanding of modern hipster culture and could bring authenticity to such roles.
Remember, casting choices ultimately depend on the specific requirements of the movie and the chemistry between the actors.1
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