Hank Ballard And The Midnighters - Lets Go Again

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Review by Daniel Rustad

Let’s Go Again by Hank Ballard And The Midnighters: A Funky Blast from 1961 Alright, let’s dive into Let’s Go Again, the groovy little gem dropped by Hank Ballard And The Midnighters back in '61. This album is a slice of pure Rhythm & Blues heaven with some serious funk and soul vibes sprinkled all over it. Released on Regency and King Records in Canada and the US, this record doesn’t just play—it moves. It shakes, shimmies, and makes you wanna get up off your seat like someone lit a fire under ya. Now, when I think about this album, two tracks stick out like neon signs at midnight: “Come On And Get It” and “Let’s Go Again (Where We Went Last Night).” “Come On And Get It” hits hard right outta the gate. You know those songs that feel like they’re talking directly to ya? Yeah, that’s this one. The rhythm grabs hold of you before you even realize what’s happening. Hank’s voice slides in smooth but raw—like he means every word—and the horns punch through so sharp, you almost forget where you are. There’s something kinda cheeky about the lyrics too; it’s not just asking for love, it’s demanding it. Bold move, Hank. But hey, if anyone can pull it off, it’s him. Then there’s the title track, “Let’s Go Again (Where We Went Last Night).” Oh man, this tune slaps. It feels nostalgic without being sappy, like reminiscing about good times while still living in the moment. The bassline alone could make statues dance, and the call-and-response bits between Ballard and The Midnighters give it this electric energy that pulls you deeper into the groove. Every time this song comes on, I swear my feet start moving whether I want ‘em to or not. It’s sneaky like that. The rest of the album keeps the vibe alive too. Tracks like “Baby Please” bring the heat with heartfelt vocals, while “Rock, Granny, Roll” adds a quirky twist that’ll leave you chuckling mid-boogie. Even slower numbers like “Deep Blue Sea” have an ache to them—a kind of longing that sticks with you long after the needle lifts off the vinyl. But here’s the thing about Let’s Go Again: it’s more than just music. It’s a snapshot of its era, sure, but it also feels timeless. Like, how does something from 1961 still sound fresh today? Maybe because real emotion never goes outta style. Or maybe it’s just proof that Hank Ballard and his crew knew exactly what they were doing. So yeah, listening to this album feels like stepping into a time machine—but instead of going backward, you end up somewhere outside of time altogether. One last thought though: whoever said old-school R&B was boring clearly hadn’t heard these guys cut loose. Honestly, if this album doesn’t make you wanna shake a leg, check your pulse—you might be part furniture.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Rock, Granny, Roll
Baby Please
Don't Change Your Pretty Ways
Deep Blue Sea3:01
Let's Go Again (Where We Went Last Night)3:05
I'm So Crazy About You
Oo-Wow-Oo-Wee
I Like To See My Baby
Looka Here
Where Is The Love
That Woman
Come On And Get It

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Catalog Numbers

  • R-854
  • 748

Labels

  • Regency
  • King Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • Single
  • 45 RPM
  • LP
  • Album
  • Mono

Companies

RoleCompany
Made ByPhonodisc Limited
Recorded AtKing Records

Notes

  • Recorded by King Records
  • Made in Canada by Phonodisc Ltd.
  • Black label with silver print, large (3-inch) uncrowned "KING" at top.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout (A side etched runout, A side label): K-4994
  • Matrix / Runout (B side etched runout, B side label): K-4997

About Hank Ballard And The Midnighters

Vocal quartet from Detroit, MI. Formed in 1952 as with: Henry Booth, Charles Sutton, Lawson Smith and Sonny Woods. Late 1953, Hank Ballard replaced Lawson Smith as the lead singer. In 1954, the group's name changed to , who released a series of singles between 1954 and 1958. Then in 1958-1959 they became Hank Ballard & The Midnighters. When the group disbanded in 1965, they later formed again with Frank Stadford, Walter Miller and Wesley Hargrove. After Lawson's departure, the band members were Henry Booth (lead and tenor), Charles Sutton (lead and tenor), Hank Ballard (baritone), and Sonny Woods (bass). In 1972 the band charted with one R&B Billboard hit as Hank Ballard and the Midnight Lighters. Awards: 1990; R&R Hall of Fame.

Name Vars

  • Hank Ballard
  • Hank Ballard & The Midnight
  • Hank Ballard & The Midniters
  • Hank Ballard / Midnighters
  • Hank Ballard Along With The Midnighters
  • Hank Ballard And His Midnighters
  • Hank Ballard And His Midnighters And Orchestra
  • Hank Ballard And The Mid-Nighters
  • Hank Ballard And The Midnighters
  • Hank Ballard And The Midniters
  • Hank Ballard And The Moonlighters
  • Hank Ballard With The Midnighters
  • Hank Ballard and the Midnighters
  • The Midnighters

Aliases

  • The Royals

Members

  • Hank Ballard
  • Sonny Woods
  • Charles Sutton
  • Jimmy Johnson
  • Henry Booth
  • Freddie Pride
  • Billy Davis

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *Let’s Go Again* by Hank Ballard And The Midnighters, released in 1961, blends Funk, Soul, and Rhythm & Blues. It features tracks like "Come On And Get It" and "Rock, Granny, Roll," which showcase their playful yet soulful style. Interestingly, the album was released in both Canada and the US under two labels—Regency and King Records. Tracks like "Let’s Go Again (Where We Went Last Night)" highlight their knack for mixing catchy rhythms with heartfelt lyrics. It’s a gem from an era when music really started to groove!

Comments

maarjavendel
maarjavendel
2025-03-13
Nobody ever did it better......great moondog type Rock and Roll.....never got the credit they deserved......
tomblog89
tomblog89
2025-03-13
Excellent song that`s never heard anymore unfortunately.
bynorthlife
bynorthlife
2025-03-12
always like Hank when he sang the twist!! He never got credit for all the songs he wrote and performed and I blame that on white bread dick clark
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iefjkdshjkdsfhg
2025-03-12
didn't know of this one... Hank and the midnighters  great sound  ahooo  ahooo  ahooo
inifakta
inifakta
2025-03-11
It is damn sickening that theses black artist did not get the play time they should have. Damn scared ass white people.. Thank you for posting.. And I am a white guy... Peace
norman34567
norman34567
2025-03-10
Used in the Godly Traxx message by Pastor Kels "What Did You Say (Parts 1 & 2)."
ricadetiquez01
ricadetiquez01
2025-03-10
As I Said before. This is the greatest "STROLL" record of all time.
ansichtssachedeutschland
ansichtssachedeutschland
2025-03-09
Still strolling 2020 ..
hilmanpputra
hilmanpputra
2025-03-09
I like this even better than the original version . . . . and I never heard it anywhere else but my old radio show back in the day ! good choice & THANKS for sharing
edelman58
edelman58
2025-03-08
Awesome song I love it play it on my juke box love the R&B
honfikky
honfikky
2025-03-07
This could have been a hit on i's own except for the fact that it was the "B" side of Lets's go again.  A great stroll record.
rapunz
rapunz
2025-03-07
Love it !
susantosandi
susantosandi
2025-03-07
WOW!!