Grethe Ingmann, Bent Fabric, Jörgen Ingmann - Grethe Ingmann Sings Bent Fabric Assisted By Jørgen Ingmann And The Composer

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Review by Елена Пикалева

Grethe Ingmann Sings Bent Fabric Assisted By Jørgen Ingmann And The Composer: A 1971 Pop Gem That’s Still Got It Let’s cut to the chase—this album is like stumbling across an old vinyl at a flea market and realizing you’ve hit gold. Released in 1971 under Germany's Metronome label, Grethe Ingmann Sings Bent Fabric Assisted By Jørgen Ingmann And The Composer (try saying that five times fast) isn’t just another pop record from the era; it’s a quirky little time capsule filled with charm, wit, and tunes so catchy they’ll lodge themselves in your brain like gum on a shoe. First off, props to Grethe Ingmann for delivering vocals smoother than butter on warm toast. Backed by her husband Jørgen Ingmann—a guitar wizard who probably could’ve shredded while making pancakes—and Bent Fabric’s clever compositions, this Danish trio crafts something effortlessly cool. Oh, and shoutout to Leif Pedersen for arranging magic and Birger Svan for engineering sounds crisp enough to rival today’s overproduced nonsense. Now let’s zoom in on two tracks that stuck with me like glitter after a craft project gone wrong: Track 1: "Where Did The Swallows Go (Tænk På Et Tal)" This one grabs you right away with its bittersweet vibe. It’s the kind of song that makes you stare out the window, contemplating life choices and wondering if swallows ever regret migrating south. Jack Lloyd pens lyrics here that are simple yet oddly profound, pairing perfectly with Bent Fabric’s melody. Grethe’s voice has this soft, almost conversational tone, as if she’s whispering secrets directly into your ear. You can practically picture her sitting cross-legged on a cloud, casually serenading passing birds. Bonus points for the English-Danish bilingual twist—it adds that je ne sais quoi without being pretentious about it. Track 2: "The Alley Cat Song (Alley Cat)" Okay, full disclosure—I didn’t expect much from a song literally titled “Alley Cat.” But wow, did it surprise me. This track slinks along with groovy basslines and playful guitar riffs courtesy of Jørgen Ingmann. It’s impossible not to imagine yourself sauntering down some dimly lit alleyway, dodging puddles and pretending you’re in a noir film. Murray Grand’s lyrics lean cheeky but never veer into cringe territory, striking that perfect balance between fun and sophistication. If cats could hum, they’d totally be jamming to this. What really ties everything together is how timeless these songs feel. Sure, the production screams ‘70s Euro-pop, but there’s an authenticity here that transcends trends. Whether it’s the wistful longing of “Don’t Forget To Say Hello” or the upbeat sass of “Relax, Boy,” each track feels like flipping through pages of someone’s diary—intimate, emotional, and occasionally hilarious. So yeah, this album might not have topped global charts back in the day, but it deserves a spot in any music lover’s collection. Listening to it now feels like rediscovering an old friend you forgot existed. And honestly? In a world drowning in auto-tune and TikTok hits, maybe we all need a bit more Grethe, Bent, and Jørgen in our lives. Final thought: If this album were a person, it’d be the eccentric aunt who shows up unannounced with homemade cookies and wild stories about hitchhiking through Europe. Love her or hate her, she leaves an impression.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Happy Being Me (Jeg Sætter Min Hat, Som Jeg Vil)
In The Arms Of My Love (Forelsket I København)
Robins Are Flying (Duerne Flyver)
Lillian
A Home In The Sky (Slå Først, Frede)
Monday Morning Blues (Early Morning In Copenhagen)
Got A Date With Baby (En Sæk Af Gode Øjeblikke)
The Alley Cat Song (Alley Cat)
Relax, Boy (Slap Af, Frede)
Where Did The Swallows Go (Tænk På Et Tal)
Don't Forget To Say Hello (Nattens Sidste Cigaret)
Spring Is Always Green (Hvorfor Ska' Foråret Vær' Grønt?)

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Catalog Numbers

MLP 15378

Labels

Metronome

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • LP
  • Album

Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtMetronome Studio, Copenhagen
Made ByMetronome Records GmbH

Credits

RoleCredit
Arranged ByJørgen Ingmann, Leif Pedersen
EngineerBirger Svan
Lyrics ByJack Harlen (tracks: B6), Jack Lloyd (tracks: A2), John Harris (tracks: B2), Murray Grand (tracks: A1, A3 to A6, B1, B3 to B5)
Music ByB. Fabricius-Bjerre (tracks: A1 to B5), Frank Bjorn (tracks: B6)
ProducerJørgen Ingmann

Notes

  • Recorded at Metronome Studio, Copenhagen, August 1970
  • Made in Germany by Metronome Records GMBH
  • P. 1971
  • B3 lyrics credit mispelled "Marry Grand" on cover. Appears as "Murray Grand" on center label.
  • [additional info:] B6 composer, Frank Bjorn, is a Fabricius-Bjerre alias.
  • A1: "Slå først, Frede" from Nordisk Film's "Slå først, Frede"
  • A2: "Duerne flyver" from Nordisk Film's "Jeg er sgu min egen"
  • A3: "Nattens sidste cigaret" from the film "Helle for Helene"
  • A4: From Nordisk Film's "I den grønne skov"
  • A5: "Hvorfor ska' foråret vær' grønt?" from the TV-show "Alle regnbuens farver"
  • A6: "En sæk af gode øjeblikke" from Nordisk Film's "Jeg er sgu min egen"
  • B1: "Jeg sætter min hat som jeg vil" from Nordisk Film's "Jeg er sgu min egen"
  • B2: "Forelsket i København" from Nordisk Film's "Forelsket i København"
  • B3: "Early Morning in Copenhagen" from Nordisk Film's "Forelsket i København"
  • B4: "Slap af, Frede" from Nordisk Film's "Slap af, Frede"
  • B5: "Tænk på et tal" from Nordisk Film's "Tænk på et tal"
  • B6: "Alley Cat" from the TV-series "Omkring et flygel"

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (Label side A): MLP 15378-A
  • Matrix / Runout (Label side B): MLP 15378-B
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side A, etched): MLP-15.378-A PF
  • Matrix / Runout (Runout side B, etched): MLP-15.378-B PF
  • Rights Society: GEMA

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Grethe Ingmann was a Danish singer. born 17 June 1938 in Copenhagen, Denmark died 18 August 1990 As , she made her debut in 1955 with . Shortly after that she sang with the trio and orchestra of . Her initial releases were credited to her maiden name. She was married to from 1956 until their divorce in 1975. Performing as they won the 1963 European Song Contest with "Dansevise". As a solo artist she had occasional pop success nationally. Half sister of producer, band leader . In 1979 she participated with in the Danish Melody Grand Prix.

Real Name

    • Grethe Ingmann (née Clemmensen)

Name Vars

  • Grete Ingmann
  • Grethe
  • Grethe Ingemann

Aliases

  • Grethe Clemmensen

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the 1971 album *Grethe Ingmann Sings Bent Fabric Assisted By Jørgen Ingmann And The Composer* is a hidden gem in pop music history? It’s a collaboration between Danish singer Grethe Ingmann, composer Bent Fabric, and guitarist Jørgen Ingmann. Fun fact: the album was released in Germany under the Metronome label and features tracks with quirky titles like "Where Did The Swallows Go" and "Happy Being Me." What makes it special is how it blends lighthearted pop tunes with clever lyrics by writers like Murray Grand. Plus, Jørgen Ingmann not only played guitar but also co-produced and arranged the album. It’s like a musical time capsule from the early '70s!