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This week's “Remake of a Classic” takes us back to May 1967 with The Hollies' hit, “Carrie Ann”. Released by Parlophone Records in the UK, and Epic Records in the U.S., it became an instant hit, reaching number three in the UK, and number nine in the U.S. and Canada. It also reached number four in Ireland. Written by Allan Clarke, Graham Nash, and Tony Hicks, the tune was recorded at Abbey Road Studios in only two takes. It marked the first time steel drums were used in a commercial pop song; the use of which is odd since there's nothing really tropical about the tune at all. None of The Hollies played the instrument, and it's not clear who played it on the record. Still, inserting a steel drum solo where a guitar solo would normally go certainly makes the song stand out. So, who is Carrie Ann? Actually, the tune is about British singer-actress Marianne Faithfull, whose most famous romance was with Mick Jagger, but who also dated Hollies singer-guitarist Allan Clarke for a short time. "Marianne" was changed to "Carrie-Anne" so it wouldn't be totally obvious. The group didn't let on that the song was about Faithfull until 1995, when Graham Nash spilled the beans in a documentary. Eagle-eyed folks will notice that in the background there's a painting of Iron Maiden's mascot, EDDIE. I did this painting in 1982 for the release of the album, “Number of the Beast”. The band appeared in a local record store and I took the painting and had them sign it. It's signed by the entire band, including the late, great drummer, Clive Burr.