The Beefeaters
| Company type | Band |
|---|---|
| Industry | Music |
| Founded | 1964 in Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Defunct | 1971 |
| Headquarters | Copenhagen , Denmark |
| Products | Music albums |
The Beefeaters were a Danish garage rock ensemble active between 1964 and 1971. Formed in Copenhagen at the beginning of 1964, their emphasis on blues-rock intensified following the addition of Peter Thorup in 1966. In 1967, they performed as opening acts for prominent artists such as Jimi Hendrix, John Mayall, and Pink Floyd during their Danish tours.
Their discography comprises two albums: Beefeaters (1967) and Meet You There (1969). Both records stand out as significant contributions to blues-rock, comparable to works by John Mayall and the early phase of Fleetwood Mac. The debut album is regarded as one of the most influential Danish releases in 1967. Their musical style blended elements of blues, beat, and soul, highlighted by Thorup's vocal and guitar work, alongside Kjærumsgård's signature Farfisa organ and piano tones. This distinctive organ sound notably inspired bands such as Burnin' Red Ivanhoe. After the departure of vocalist Povl Dissing in 1969, Ole Fick from Burnin' Red Ivanhoe took over lead vocal duties. The group also created the soundtrack for Jesper Høm's film Smil Emil (1969), but did not issue any further studio albums thereafter.
Beefeaters (1967)
The band's initial album, Beefeaters, was released in 1967.
- Track Listing
- "It Ain't Necessarily So" (3:54)
- "Crossroads" (2:31)
- "My Babe" (3:35)
- "I Want You" (3:40)
- "Hey Little Girl" (2:18)
- "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" (3:29)
- "Let Me Down Easy" (3:41)
- "Shakin' Fingerpop" (2:50)
- "Night Flight" (3:19)
- "Summer Scene" (4:29)
Meet You There (1969)
Their sophomore album, Meet You There, was issued in 1969.
- Track listing
- "I'll Meet You There" (4:51)
- "You Changed My Way of Living" (4:13)
- "Night Train" (4:26)
- "Now I Know" (4:55)
- "Serenade to a Cuckoo" (10:02)
- "Stormy Monday" (9:56)
Personnel
- Peter Thorup – guitar, vocals, flute
- Morten Kjjærumsgård – piano, organ
- Keith Volkersen – bass guitar
- Max Nhuthzhi – drums
- Alexis Korner – guitar, vocals