Dave Marsh didn't include this on his top 1,001 list, but it's only because you can't include EVERY Roy Orbison song! :-) Seriously, though, this is one of my personal favorites from the man. It builds to an emotional and musical climax that's one for the ages! And it was a non-album single not available on any Monument LPs (except a greatest hits compilation). Note: This gorgeous 45 grades Near Mint across the board (Labels, Vinyl, Audio), with only very minor flaws such as a touch of underlying surface noise audible in spots. The cool picture sleeve, with its rounded top edges, grades EX overall, mainly reflecting some ringwear (see scan).
| Overall | Label | Sleeve | Vinyl | Audio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M- | M- | EX | M- | M- |
| Label | Year | Chart |
|---|---|---|
| Monument 815 | 1963 | #22p in June |
A-side
B-side
Artist
Roy Orbison
Roy Orbison
Title
Falling
Distant Drums
Track Time
2:22
3:09
Songwriter
Roy Orbison (A), Cindy Walker (B)
Roy Orbison (A), Cindy Walker (B)
Producer
Fred Foster
Fred Foster
Category
Rock 'n' Roll
Rock 'n' Roll
