224) The Rumors — “Hold Me Now”
The A-side of the LA band’s only single — one of only three singles issued by the label (Gemcor). Richie Unterberger says in All Music Guide that:
Of the many obscure “Louie Louie” ripoffs that have been recorded over the years, “Hold Me Now” is one of the best of them, with a raunchy vocal and blistering guitar break. . . . [It] had little impact, although it was used as part of a McDonald’s commercial.
https://www.allmusic.com/artist/the-rumors-mn0000896357
Richie is the master of the left- handed compliment. The best ripoff ever!
What the heck, here’s the B-side:
Brace for the Obscure (60s rock)! / Off the Charts: 60s Rock Revelations 