Ronnie Lane (June 5, 1975) “Brother, Can You Spare A Dime?” / “Ain't No Lady” – Single 7" JP

Ronnie Lane released the poignant Depression-era classic “Brother, Can You Spare A Dime?” as a 7" single in Japan, taken from his solo album with Slim Chance. This Japanese pressing paired the heartfelt cover with the original “Ain’t No Lady”.

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: Ronnie Lane

Label: Island

Date: June 5, 1975

Catalogue: ILR-10756

Format: 7" Vinyl Single

Country: Japan

Genre: Rock, Folk Rock

Style: British Rock, Singer-Songwriter

A-Side: “Brother, Can You Spare A Dime?”

Written by: Yip Harburg / Jay Gorney Produced by: Ronnie Lane

B-Side: “Ain't No Lady”

Written by: Ronnie Lane / Kate Lambert / Ruan O'Lochlainn

Produced by: Ronnie Lane

Japan 7" Commercial Single (ILR-10756)

LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS

• Japan Commercial – ILR-10756 (Stereo)

• International Variants: UK (Island), France (Island)

PERSONNEL

• Ronnie Lane – vocals, guitar

• Slim Chance: Steve Simpson, Ruan O'Lochlainn, Charlie Hart, Brian Belshaw, Glen LeFleur, etc.

THE STORY

This Japanese single features Ronnie Lane’s soulful interpretation of the Great Depression standard “Brother, Can You Spare A Dime?” backed with the original track “Ain’t No Lady”. It was released to promote his solo work with Slim Chance following his departure from The Faces.

CONTEXT & NOTES

The release highlights Lane’s move toward a more rootsy, folk-influenced sound after leaving the rock spotlight. The striking Japanese sleeve features bold graphics and a close-up portrait of Lane, typical of Island Records’ international promotional efforts in the mid-1970s.

RELATED MATERIAL

• Ron Wood / The Faces (June 2, 1972) “Ron Wood Movie Maker” – Feature – Melody Maker (UK)

• Rod Stewart / The Faces (13 May 1972) NME – Front Row Reviews

• Rod Stewart / The Faces (13 May 1972) NME – Front Cover

SOURCES

Discogs,

45cat,

45worlds,

Wikipedia

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