Originally recorded in 1969 as a favour to famous DJ John Peel and his Dandelion record label, vocalist extraordinaire Rod Stewart laid down his awesome vocals for Python Lee Jackson’s “In a Broken Dream”. Python Lee Jackson were an Australian band who had attracted John Peel’s attention but on the recording session had struggled with vocals. John Peel then called his mate Rod Stewart to assist, and the now legendary singer did just that.
Initially released on the Youngblood label in 1970 the record failed to attract attention, however, after Stewart had gained international fame with his album “Every Picture tells a Story” and worldwide best selling single “Maggie May” the track was re-released in 1972 and reached peak position in the UK charts at number 3.
Fast forward to 2015 and rapper A$AP Rocky’s Mark Ronson produced reworking of the song on the track “Everyday” from his platinum album At. Long. Last., bringing the attention of the track to a different audience in a new genre.
In 2025 we come full circle with the inclusion of the original recording on Rod’s Ultimate Hits package released in June 2025.