Introduction:
Emerging from the youthful energy of the mid-1960s music scene, the Bee Gees, comprised of brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb, carved a unique path for themselves. Their sound, initially influenced by the beat groups of the era, blended pop sensibilities with their signature soaring vocals and tight harmonies. “Every Christian Lion Hearted Man Will Show You”, released in 1967, exemplifies this early period of their career, showcasing their burgeoning talent for songwriting and adventurous use of studio techniques.
The song appeared on their debut album, simply titled “Bee Gees’ 1st”, released in 1967. The album itself garnered moderate commercial success, but it laid the groundwork for the international superstardom the group would achieve in the following decade. “Every Christian Lion Hearted Man Will Show You” was not chosen as a single to promote the album, but it shared B-side duties with the more commercially successful track “Holiday” in the United States, Canada, and Australia.
However, the song wasn’t completely lost in the Bee Gees’ catalog. It found a place on the 1969 compilation album “Best of Bee Gees”, allowing it to reach a wider audience. “Every Christian Lion Hearted Man Will Show You” also holds significance for another reason. The song marked one of the first instances where the Bee Gees experimented with the mellotron, a complex keyboard instrument capable of producing a variety of sounds. In an interview, Maurice Gibb, a keyboardist for the group, discussed the challenges and novelty of incorporating the mellotron into their music, particularly on “Every Christian Lion Hearted Man Will Show You”.
While “Every Christian Lion Hearted Man Will Show You” may not be one of the Bee Gees’ most recognizable songs, it serves as a valuable window into their artistic development during their early years. The song captures their youthful exuberance, their exploration of new musical techniques, and their signature vocal blend that would propel them to international fame.