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The Kingsmen version was used in television commercials for Spaced Invaders (1990), but did not appear in the movie. [r] The Kingsmen version also appeared on More American Graffiti (1975) and Good Morning Vietnam (1987) compilations, but was not used in either movie. The Syndicate of Sound recorded a version in 1966 that was released in 1991 by Cream Puff War magazine. In 1994 Jerden Records released The Louie Louie Collection by the Best of the Northwest, a Pacific Northwest-oriented compilation featuring versions by the Kingsmen, Paul Revere and the Raiders, Don and the Goodtimes, Little Bill & the Adventurers, the Feelies, Ian Whitcomb, the University of Washington Husky Marching Band, and others. (The UW Husky Marching Band has been playing "Louie Louie" for over 40 years.) [336] The first release by the Three Amigos (Dylan Amlot, Milroy Nadarajah, and Marc Williams) was their cover of "Louie Louie". The 12" EP, titled Louie Louie, included "Original Mix", "Da Digglar Mix", " Wiseguys Remix", and " Touché's Bonus Beats". [316] Released in July 1999, the "Original Mix" version reached No. 15 on the UK Singles Chart, higher than the Kingsmen's No. 26 in 1964, and to date remains the last "Louie Louie" version to appear on the US or UK charts. [317] Other 1990s versions [ edit ] The Kingsmen performed Louie Louie at gigs around Portland. One of these performances caught the ear of a local radio station executive, who urged the band to record the song.

Lisi, Michael (August 14, 2007). "Dave Matthews Band with Toots and The Maytals, SPAC, 08/14/2007". Times Union . Retrieved October 24, 2023. Inglis, Ian (2006) Performance of Popular Music: History, Place and Time, Ashgate, ISBN 978-0-7546-4057-8, p. 93 Toots & the Maytals recorded a version for their album Funky Kingston. It has been suggested that use of the Kingsmen's beat from this song may have thus helped lead to the invention of reggae music. [28] Now you know the story behind Louie Louie. Even we were surprised to learn some facts behind this great oldie. We might not join the LLAMAS, but we certainly appreciate the impact Richard Berry and his song have had on the music world.April 11, Richard Berry's birthdate, is celebrated as International Louie Louie Day [63] [64] and is listed by Chase's Calendar of Events, the National Special Events Registry [65] and other sources. Support for International Louie Louie Day and other "Louie Louie"-related observances is provided by the Louie Louie Advocacy and Music Appreciation Society (LLAMAS) [66] [67] and "Louie Louie" fans worldwide. Other "Louie Louie"-related events in April include the release of Richard Berry's original version (1957), the Kingsmen and Raiders recording sessions (1963), "Louie Louie Day" declarations by the mayor of Seattle and the State of Washington (1985) and the State of Oregon (1986), and the resolution of the court case awarding rights to the Kingsmen (1998) for their recordings including their version of "Louie Louie'". LouieFest [ edit] [ ] Wal-ly Wal-ly" by Wally George. Political satire version released in 1984 on a 12" mini-LP ( Rhino RNEP 612). [364] [365]

Bob Dylan and Tom Petty during rehearsals for Farm Aid 1985; [301] released on the 2005 DVD So Many Directions Home Vol.2. Multiple live versions by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers were released on Live at the Fillmore 1997 and other albums. The 1973 song " Brother Louie" by the UK band Hot Chocolate was strongly inspired by "Louie Louie" and includes a minor-key reprise of the chorus. The song, about an interracial romance, became a No. 1 U.S. hit that same year in a cover version by the New York band Stories. Played by Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band within the song " Glory Days" during the 2009 Working on a Dream Tour. Forest, Michael (2019). "Primal and Spontaneous: Neil Young's Aesthetics of Authenticity". In Douglas L. Berger (ed.). Neil Young and Philosophy. Lexington Books. p.15. ISBN 978-1498505123.Motörhead — Overkill (UK #24); version included on the 1996 CD reissue but not on the original 1979 release. ON THIS DAY IN 1963 ROGER HART PRODUCED LOUIE LOUIE-RAIDERS VERSION!". Stumptown Blogger. April 11, 2011.

A history of the song and its notoriety was published in 1993 by Dave Marsh, including an extensive recounting of the multiple lyrics investigations, [395] but he was unable to obtain permission to publish the song's actual lyrics [396] because the then current owner, Windswept Pacific, wanted people to "continue to fantasize what the words are". [397] Marsh noted that the lyrics controversy "reflected the country's infantile sexuality" and "ensured the song's eternal perpetuation"; he also included multiple versions of the supposed "dirty lyrics". [22] Other authors noted that the song "reap[ed] the benefits that accrue from being pursued by the guardians of public morals" [398] and "Such stupidity helped ensure 'Louie Louie' a long and prosperous life." [399] Bonomo, Joe (March 2022). "IT'LL ALL BE OVER SOON: JOE BONOMO ON THE STOOGES' "LOUIE LOUIE" ". Marchxness.com . Retrieved March 6, 2022. Steve Jordan, released an innovative, "blatantly personal" [327] Tejano conjunto version on his 2005 album 25 Golden Hits. [328]

Sales of the Kingsmen record were initially so low (reportedly 600) that the group considered disbanding. Things changed when Boston's biggest DJ, Arnie Ginsburg, was given the record by a pitchman. Amused by its slapdash sound, he played it on his program as "The Worst Record of the Week". Despite the slam, listener response was swift and positive. [97] Santa Santa" by The '60s Invasion. Released on the 2012 album Incense & Chia Pets: A 60's Christmas Celebration. [368]

Les Players (France), as "Si C'Etait Elle", on a 1964 single (Polydor 1879) and a 1964 EP (Polydor 27 129) [148] Pareles, Jon (January 25, 1997). "Richard Berry, Songwriter of 'Louie Louie,' Dies at 61". The New York Times. The Studs, "punk-spoof supergroup" ( Cabaret Voltaire members Stephen Mallinder, Richard H. Kirk, and Chris Watson, plus Ian Craig Marsh, Adi Newton, Glenn Gregory, Martyn Ware, and Haydn Boyes-Weston), live in Sheffield, UK in June 1977. [262] Milano, Brett (March 16, 2023). "The Greatest Debut 45 Records In History". uDiscovermusic . Retrieved March 21, 2023.

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Brown, David (September 12, 2020). "Toots and the Maytals: 15 Essential Songs". Rolling Stone . Retrieved October 8, 2021.