Released: 07/10/22
The Kink Kontroversy marks The Kinks' growth as album artists, with Ray Davies maturing as a songwriter. It blends their raw British Invasion sound with more thoughtful lyrics and production. Featuring hits like “Till the End of the Day” and Dave Davies’ gritty “Milk Cow Blues,” the album also showcases future directions with tracks like the calypso-inspired “I’m on an Island” and reflective songs such as “Where Have All the Good Times Gone?” and “I Am Free.”