"Them Again" is the second album by the Northern Irish band, Them, led by singer Van Morrison. It was released in January 1966 in the UK and April 1966 in the U.S. The album's original 10 tracks encompass a variety of musical styles and themes— from the pop hit "Bring 'em On In" to the soulful "My Lonely Sad Eyes" to the folk-infused "Could You Would You."
Interestingly, "Them Again" had different UK and U.S. track listings due to restrictions on album length. The U.S. version omitted several songs that were included in the UK release and added others, like "Call My Name" and "(It Won't Hurt) Half as Much".
One of the notable tracks on the album is "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue”— a cover of Bob Dylan's song. It was one of the first covers of a Dylan song to be released after the original. Another track, "I Put a Spell on You", is a dynamic interpretation of the Screamin’ Jay Hawkins’ classic.
In summary, "Them Again" is a blend of rhythm and blues, rock, and soul, featuring Van Morrison's strong vocals and the band's varied musical compositions. It helped establish Van Morrison and Them as a formidable presence in the mid-60s music scene. The album marked a clear progression from their first album, and set the stage for Van Morrison's later solo work.
