Home and Away

Digitally remastered and expanded version of this rare unreleased album. Recorded in London in 1967, Home and Away was never released in its original form so aficionados will receive this release with enthusiasm. The tracks were only scattered across some singles: 'Led Along' became a US and UK single, and was coupled with its fellow 'Home and Away' track, 'Mind Over Matter'. The album is described as a Baroque, Art-Rock mélange of harpsichords, flutes and French horns; a British answer to Pet Sounds. Always responsive to what was new, Del Shannon became the first American performer to record a Lennon and McCartney song. His own compositions explored loss, darkness of mood, insecurity, loneliness and pain. Includes a 1967 version of 'Runaway', plus bonus tracks of mono mixes. 16 tracks total. EMI. 2006.