The Swinging Blue Jeans

British 1960s Merseybeat band

The Swinging Blue Jeans are a British Merseybeat band that rose to fame in the 1960s. Formed in Liverpool in 1961, originally as The Bluegenes, they became part of the British Invasion, riding the wave of popularity alongside bands like The Beatles. They are best known for their hit singles "Hippy Hippy Shake," "Good Golly Miss Molly," and "You're No Good." Their energetic rock 'n' roll renditions of these songs helped them secure a place in the charts. The band underwent several lineup changes throughout their career but continued to perform and record music. They were part of the nostalgia circuit, playing to audiences who remembered their hits from the 1960s. While their peak commercial success was during that decade, The Swinging Blue Jeans have remained active in various forms over the years, with members coming and going, but still keeping the music alive for fans of the classic Merseybeat sound.