Bring Back Rock n Roll – Frankie Rockin' Smith
Released 12th July 2024 available on digital platforms.
Record Label: Distributors Ditto Music
Reviewed by Terry Mead 09/03/2025
Frankie Rockin’ Smith is a UK singer, songwriter & entertainer known for his wild live shows and amazing vocal capabilities.
The “Bring Back Rock n’ Roll” album has 14 outstanding tracks, all written by Frankie. They showcase his incredible vocal range and songwriting skills. Among these tracks are the two radio hits: “What We Got is Rock n’ Roll” and “At The Record Hop Tonight.” Both have made a big impact on the airwaves. In addition to these hits, the album includes two captivating duets, with the amazing Kara Jones and Rockabilly icon Ricky Aron. Every note of this album shows Frankie Rockin’ Smith’s dedication to reviving rock n’ roll.
Musicians who Featured on the album were:
Frankie Rockin’ Smith- Vocals
Mark D Rozario On Lead & Rhythm Guitar
Lewis Chamberlain on Piano
Keith Southwood on Bass
Esterban Rotunno on Drums
Special guests Kara Jones and Ricky Aron.
Track by track review:
At The Record Hop Tonight- After a brief Jerry Lee style intro a terrific jiving beat starts us off on the road back to rock n roll with some cool piano interludes. The story of learning to jive at the record hop tonight .
Bring Back Rock n Roll- This the title track reminisces on the bygone days of rock n roll calling for a revival of classic rock n’ roll , it has a rockin flow to it that’s a sure-fire dancefloor hit, featuring the Kara Jones.
Don’t Let Me Down- More of a mid-tempo track that portraits the soothing voice of Frankie, Lewis gives it a fine piano break joined by Mark on guitar, its jumpy jolly and very calming.
I’ve Been Here Before- Beautiful ballad sung by Frankie showing his range hitting the high notes. The tune has a few traits of The Skyliners “Since I Don’t Have” at the start but blends into a more apt style.
Baby Don’t Do That-The Shakin Stevens influence shows in this track another great dance tune with a foot tapping, hand clapping lively beat .
Yeah I Know You Fooled Me Once- This one would make a great stroller with a constant beat again Frankie excels on the vocals with his soft sounding notes.
I Still Think Of You- Lovley laid back number with some romancing musical accompaniment that filters through those magical notes.
What We Got Is Rock n Roll- Wow! This is a cracker a Dave Edmunds style rocker with some Jerry Lee piano mixed in. It’s a fast-paced beat that drives all the way till the end, certainly one to liven up your evening.
I’ll Be There For You- And they keep coming another riveting number with a neat guitar and piano break.
On A Bench By The Lake- Nice ballad with some background harmonising and cool accompanying guitar playing.
Travel Around- A musician’s lament or in the songs case the story of a travelling man in and out of love. Jovial tune with a catchy beat.
What Happened To The Good Old Music- With a Country twang to it this one is in collaboration with Rockabilly icon Ricky Aron. The song reminisces about the timeless tunes of the past with some in depth guitar work.
I’m Falling In Love With You- Grab your partners for this one it’s a nice smoochy number with a lovely melody.
Bring Back Rock n Roll ( Alternative take)- A differing intro with the drums more prominent building into the tune which remains the same with Kara Jones singing a few verses and an organ playing along.
Friday Night (Bonus Track)- And it’s certainly a bonus full on hard and fast rockin” it up. Theres a Shaky influence again heard in the way Frankie portrays the vocals.
To Summarise, fantastic to know this young man has produced an album in memory of Rock n Roll to help keep it alive and kicking for the future. The songs show Frankies versatility and stature backed by a professional crew and a live performance of them I feel sure will be a resounding success for any club or weekender.
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Track List:
1.At The Record Hop Tonight
2.Bring Back Rock n Roll
3.Don’t Let Me Down
4.I’ve Been Here Before
5.Baby Don’t Do That
6.Yeah I Know You Fooled Me Once
7.I Still Think Of You
8.What We Got Is Rock n Roll
9.I’ll Be There For You
10.On A Bench By The Lake
11.Travel Around
12.What Happened To The Good Old Music
13.I’m Falling In Love With You
14.Bring Back Rock n Roll ( Alternative take)
15.Friday Night (Bonus Track)
Frankies Bio:
Frankie Rockin’ Smith is a UK singer, songwriter & entertainer known for his wild live shows, “shaky-legs” and amazing vocal capabilities. He is dedicated to bringing Rock n’ Roll to the new century.
At the age of 13 Frankie teached himself to play piano, guitar and keyboard and one year later he started doing charity shows. In 2017 at the age of just 16, Frankie released his iconic debut single “Christmas Blues”.
One of the things that surprises you about 26-year-old UK singer, songwriter, musician and entertainer, Frankie Rockin’ Smith, is that he isn’t interested in rocking the musical boat or venturing off in more trendy musical directions at his age. The 26 years young rock and roller with the spirit of the 50’s surging through his veins and embraces that. Frankie is also inspired by Shakin’ Stevens, Ricky Nelson and the like, while he adores performing live and showing off his own unique ‘shaky-legs’ moves
In 2023 Frankie released his first album “What Doesn’t Kill You Makes You Stronger”. Another milestone in Frankies career. 12th of July 2024 Frankie released its new album “Bring Back to Rock n’ Roll”. A masterpiece of true 50′ Rock n’ Roll written for our era…
Frankie blasted Christmas 2024 with his brand-new which came out on 10th of December.
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