The Yardbirds - The Story Of The Yardbirds

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Review by Daniel Herndon

The Story Of The Yardbirds: A Trip Down Memory Lane Alright, let’s talk about The Story Of The Yardbirds. Released in 2008 by ABC Entertainment out of Germany, this album is basically a time machine to the glory days of British blues and rock. If you’re into Regional Blues, Blues-Rock, or even that trippy British Psychedelia vibe, this one’s for you. It’s not just another compilation—it’s like flipping through an old photo album where every track has its own story. Now, I gotta say, some songs on here hit harder than others. Take "Shapes Of Things"—it’s one of those tracks that sticks with you because it feels like they were trying to invent the future back then. The guitar riff? Insanely catchy. And when they break into that psychedelic section halfway through, man, it’s like your brain gets rewired for a second. They also included a live version from German TV in ’67, which adds this raw, unpolished energy. You can almost picture the crowd going nuts while Jeff Beck shreds away like there’s no tomorrow. Another standout is "Dazed And Confused." Yep, the same tune Led Zeppelin made famous later—but hearing The Yardbirds’ original take is wild. It’s slower, moodier, and kinda haunting, like walking through fog at midnight. Jimmy Page was already flexing his genius here, blending heavy riffs with these eerie bow scrapes on the guitar. Honestly, listening to it feels like peeking behind the curtain of how rock music evolved. Plus, knowing Zeppelin turned it into something massive makes it even cooler. What I love most about this album is how it captures different sides of The Yardbirds. There’s the poppier stuff like "For Your Love" and the gritty blues-rock jams like "Train Kept A-Rollin’." Even though it came out in 2008, it doesn’t feel forced or nostalgic for nostalgia’s sake—it’s more like rediscovering a treasure chest full of gold. Here’s the thing: if you’re new to The Yardbirds, this album gives you a solid crash course. But if you’re already a fan, it’s like hanging out with an old friend who still surprises you sometimes. Weirdly enough, as I listened to it, I kept thinking about how much we owe these guys. Without them, would we have had the crazy solos of Clapton, Page, or Beck? Who knows? Final thought: Listening to this record felt like finding a mixtape in the attic that somehow survived decades without losing its magic. Oh, and fun fact—I totally forgot they covered "My Girl Sloopy" until I heard it again. Made me laugh because it’s such a random little gem tucked in there. So yeah, grab this album if you want to hear history come alive. Just don’t blame me if you end up air-guitaring all day!

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Shapes of Things
Shapes Of Things (Live, German TV 1967)
Stroll On
Heart Full of Soul
Train Kept A Rollin
Happenings Ten Years Time Ago
I'm a Man
Happening Ten Years Ago
I'm A Man
Heart Full Of Soul
My Girl Sloopy
I'm A Man (Live, German TV 1967)
Over Under Sideways Down (Live, German TV 1967)
Still I'm Sad
Beat Beat Beat
Shapes Of Things
Over Under Sideways Down
The Train Kept A-Rollin'
Louise
Dazed and Confused
I Wish You Would
Dazed And Confused
Happenings Ten Years Time Ago (Live, German TV 1967)
Still I'm Sad
For Your Love

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Catalog Numbers

SPV 42097 DVD

Labels

ABC Entertainment

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Formats

  • DVD
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Documentary

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About The Yardbirds

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British rock band established in 1963 in London. Members were (voc), (b), (g, b) and (dr) with lead guitarists: (1963), (1963-1965), (1965-1966) and (1966-1968). Inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1992 (Performer).

Name Vars

  • Les Yardbirds
  • Los Yardbirds
  • The Yard Birds
  • TheYardbirds
  • Yarbirds
  • Yard Bird
  • Yard Birds
  • Yardbird
  • Yardbirds
  • Yeardbirds
  • Ярдбёрдз

Members

  • Eric Clapton
  • Mark Feltham
  • Jeff Beck
  • Jimmy Page
  • Alan Glen
  • Kenny Aaronson
  • Earl Slick
  • Paul Samwell-Smith
  • Jerry Donahue
  • Keith Relf
  • Jim McCarty
  • Rod Demick
  • Chris Dreja
  • Ray Majors
  • John Idan
  • John Knightsbridge
  • Myke Scavone
  • Top Topham
  • Ben King
  • Andy Mitchell
  • John Philip Mayo

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The Yardbirds' album *The Story Of The Yardbirds*, released in 2008, is like a time capsule of their iconic sound. It features tracks recorded live on German TV back in 1967. Imagine watching them perform "Shapes of Things" or "Dazed and Confused" live during that era—it’s wild how raw and energetic it feels. Plus, the album blends so many styles, from British Blues to Psychedelic Rock. It’s not just music; it’s history.