The Vikings - Blue Feeling

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Review by John Cisco

Album Review: Blue Feeling by The Vikings Released in 1981 on Star Rhythm Records, Blue Feeling is a raw slice of garage rock goodness that feels like it rolled straight outta some smoky dive bar in the heart of America. With Tom Salem handling both recording and remix duties, this album has a gritty authenticity that’s hard to fake. If you’re into bands like The Stooges or early MC5, this one’s gonna grab your attention—and not let go. Let’s talk tracks. First up, the title track “Blue Feeling” slams you right in the chest with its punchy guitar riffs and a rhythm section that just won’t quit. It’s got this unpolished charm, like they didn’t overthink it—just plugged in and played their hearts out. What sticks with me about this song? It’s that chorus. Simple but unforgettable, kinda like those nights where you don’t remember much except how alive you felt. Then there’s “I Ain’t Got You,” which flips the energy a bit. It’s slower, moodier, dripping with longing. There’s something about the vocals here—they’re not perfect, but man, do they feel real. Like someone spilling their guts after one too many beers. You can almost picture the band huddled together in a cramped studio, sweat dripping as they hammer out every note. That raw emotion stays with you long after the needle lifts off the record. What makes Blue Feeling stand out isn’t flashy production or groundbreaking innovation—it’s honesty. This is music made by people who clearly loved what they were doing, flaws and all. Listening to it feels like finding an old mixtape at a yard sale; sure, it might be scratched up, but that only adds to its character. Here’s the kicker though: for an album born in the '80s, it doesn’t sound dated. Maybe because garage rock never really goes outta style—or maybe because we could all use a little more Blue Feeling in our lives. Who knew a relic from 1981 could still kick so much ass?

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Artist: The Vikings
Album: Blue Feeling
Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Blue Feeling
I Ain't Got You

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The Vikings Blue Feeling 1965

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Catalog Numbers

SR 1001

Labels

Star Rhythm Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • Blue vinyl

Companies

RoleCompany
Published ByJayboy Music

Credits

RoleCredit
Recorded ByTom Salem
RemixTom Salem

Notes

  • First release on Star Rhythm in PS. Original recording Tom Salem May, 1965
  • First release on Star Rhythm in PS.

About The Vikings

1960s garage band from Massachussetts

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Blue Feeling* by The Vikings is a hidden gem from the garage rock scene. Released in 1981, it was recorded and remixed by Tom Salem, who really left his mark on the raw, gritty sound. It’s wild to think that this US-made record, with just two tracks—“Blue Feeling” and “I Ain’t Got You”—still holds up as a piece of rock history. Sometimes less is more, right?

Comments

mrvladiksor
2025-03-15
esta es la banda britanica o la americana?
ellieim
2025-03-15
who was in this band :)
abigailmabbagu12
2025-03-15
They covered 2 'Animals "Songs-Seems they had an effect on a lot of U.S. bands-------Charlie
sadebirdow
2025-03-15
My father on lead vocals and guitar ❤️ standing in back on the left ❤️
mpitarro
2025-03-15
Do you have the other songs of The Vikings? like I Ain't Got You or You Can't Do That. I ask because I could only find this one and summertime.