The Kinks Kontroversy

The Kinks Kontroversy, originally released in 1965, is a transitional work, with elements of the earlier Kinks' style (heavily blues-influenced songs such as "Milk Cow Blues") and early indications of the future direction of Ray Davies' songwriting styles ("The World Keeps Going Round"). The album's title is a mocking reference to the notorious reputation the band had developed over the previous year.

Like with all the great Kinks albums, this reissue includes other memorable moments from the year of its initial release. The Kinks Kontroversy is a portrait of a band struggling with itself, going into the studio, and coming out with an album that shows a band on the up and up, freeing itself so it can prosper and develop further.

The second disc features alternate takes, demo and live versions.