On the day Long Cool Woman was recorded at AIR Studios, the groups producer, Ron Richards, was ill and, as a result, the song was produced by the group. The song is different from most Hollies songs in that there are no three-part vocal harmonies, and the song features lead guitar and lead vocal work by Allan Clarke. Upon his return, Ron Richards mixed the recording. The song was written in the style of Creedence Clearwater Revival, in terms of the vocal, rhythm, and melodic style. It came out in the summer of 1972, that same time when Creedence split up. Clarke imitated John Fogertys vocal style, which was based on the Creedence song Green River. According to Clarke, the song was written in about five minutes. When the song made its mark in America, Clarke had already left the band; but Clarke feels that it wasnt unfortunate, since he had written the song. Clarke rejoined the Hollies in the summer of 1973, partly due to the success of this song. The Rockin Apple
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