
Steppin’ Out: The Roots of Garage Rock 1963–1965 3-CD Clamshell Box
Clamshell: Steppin’ Out: The Roots of Garage Rock 1963–1965 is a three-disc compilation spanning garage rock alongside surf, frat rock and folk rock. Its 94 tracks are presented as a companion and prequel of sorts to Pushin’ Too Hard, making it suited to listeners exploring the styles feeding into the 1965 garage-rock boom.
At a glance
- A 94-track companion and prequel of sorts to Pushin’ Too Hard: American Garage Punk 1964–1967.
- Covers American garage rock, surf, frat rock and folk rock from 1963 to 1965.
- Three-disc clamshell box format.
Reference price: £25.75
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The genre spread goes beyond garage punk to include surf, frat rock and folk rock.
- Three discs and 94 tracks give the set broad scope across the stated period.
Technical specifications
6 specifications| Brand | Cherry Red |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer reference | 5013929435438 |
| Country of origin | Poland |
| Number of discs | 3 |
|---|---|
| Tracks | 94 |
| Dimensions listed | 13.59 x 13.13 x 1.75 cm; 140.61 g |
|---|
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The listing describes a garage-rock collection but also includes surf, frat rock and folk rock. This is a broad roots-focused compilation rather than a garage-only set.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners exploring American garage rock and adjacent surf, frat and folk-rock styles from 1963–1965.
- Collectors looking for a multi-disc companion to Pushin’ Too Hard: American Garage Punk 1964–1967.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking a narrowly focused garage-punk-only compilation or a specific artist and track selection, which the supplied details do not identify.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied rating aggregate is strongly positive overall, with most ratings in the top two star categories and a small share at three stars. Ratings alone do not explain what listeners liked or disliked, so they cannot establish reactions to the track selection, sound or packaging.
Frequently asked questions
How many discs and tracks are listed?
The set is listed as three discs with 94 tracks.
Which styles does the compilation cover?
The description names garage punk, surf, frat rock and folk rock, with the set focused on American music from 1963 to 1965.
Is this related to Pushin’ Too Hard?
The description calls Steppin’ Out a companion volume and prequel of sorts to Pushin’ Too Hard: American Garage Punk 1964–1967.
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