Humble Pie (June 5, 1970) “Heartbeat” / “The Sad Bag Of Shakey Jake” – Single 7" JP

In June 1970, Humble Pie released the 7" single “Heartbeat” / “The Sad Bag Of Shakey Jake” in Japan on the Immediate label, featuring a striking cover with the band in a dramatic group portrait.

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: Humble Pie

Label: Immediate

Date: June 5, 1970

Catalogue: IR-2528

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: Japan

Genre: Rock, Blues Rock

Style: British Rock, Hard Rock

A-Side: “Heartbeat” Written by: Montgomery / Petty

B-Side: “The Sad Bag Of Shakey Jake” Written by: Steve Marriott

TRACK LIST

Japan 7" Commercial Single (IR-2528) A. Heartbeat

B. The Sad Bag Of Shakey Jake

LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS

• Japan Commercial – IR-2528 (Stereo)

PERSONNEL

• Steve Marriott – vocals, guitar, piano, harmonica

• Peter Frampton – vocals, lead guitar

• Greg Ridley – vocals, bass

• Jerry Shirley – drums, tambourine

THE STORY

This Japanese single paired a cover of “Heartbeat” with Steve Marriott’s original “The Sad Bag Of Shakey Jake” from the album Town and Country. It highlights the band’s raw, energetic early sound during their transition from Small Faces roots to a heavier rock direction.

CONTEXT & NOTES 

Released exclusively in Japan as part of Immediate Records’ international distribution, the single is notable for its bilingual sleeve and striking band photography. It remains a sought-after collectible from Humble Pie’s early catalogue.

SOURCES Discogs, 45cat, Wikipedia

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