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| "Bitters End" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Roxy Music | |
| from the album Roxy Music | |
| Released | June 1972 |
| Recorded | 27–29 March 1972 at Command Studios, London |
| Genre | Art rock, doo-wop |
| Length | 2:03 |
| Songwriter(s) | Bryan Ferry |
| Producer(s) | Peter Sinfield |
"Bitters End" is the final song on Roxy Music's self-titled debut album, released in 1972. The song is based on a group vocal arrangement done in a satirical 1950s doo wop style. "Bitters End" was not performed live often, however Roxy Music did perform it on 23 June 1972 for John Peel on the BBC sessions.
A cover version of this song is on the Velvet Goldmine soundtrack, performed by Andy Mackay and Paul Kimble.
Song Musicians
- Bryan Ferry – lead vocals, piano
- Andy MacKay – backing vocals, saxophone
- Brian Eno – backing vocals
- Graham Simpson – bass guitar
- Paul Thompson – percussion
References
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