Richard Berry And The Pharaohs (3) - Louie Louie / Have Love Will Travel Uptown Rulers: The NOLA Breaks

Uptown Rulers: The NOLA Breaks Singles succeeds because it prioritizes feel over flash

The album's live recording captures the energy and excitement of the trio's performances

Year Released: 1968

Tracks like “Come On Down (To New Orleans)” feel less like tourist postcards and more like invitations — sweaty

This 1977 album features Eric Claptons mellow rock and blues sound

Richard Berry And The Pharaohs (3) - Louie Louie / Have Love Will Travel Uptown Rulers: The NOLA BreaksThis single features the original version of Louie Louie, a rock and roll classic, as well as Have Love Will Travel, another early rock and roll track famously covered by The Sonics.