Original released on LP Starline SRS 5013
(UK 1969, December 12)
The Various Artists album "No One's Gonna Change Our World" was put together to raise money for the World Wildlife Fund. Today it is mostly known for its inclusion of the first version of The Beatles' "Across the Universe." This was the only song they released during their tenure that was not originally featured on one of their own records. There are a few other decent tunes on here, including a vibrant version of the Bacharach/David hit "What the World Needs Now is Love" by Cilla Black and Cliff Richard & The Shadows' "In the Country." The Spike Milligan stuff is dead on arrival as are the Rolf Harris and Harry Secombe performances. Clearly a mixed bag but nevertheless an intriguing timepiece capturing the wide world of UK pop circa 1969. (in RateYourMusic)