P.F. Sloan

American singer-songwriter and session musician prominent in the 1960s. Wrote hit songs recorded by other artists and released a few solo albums that received critical notice but limited commercial success.

Known facts from the reviews and public records: born with the surname Schlein and later used Sloan; worked closely with Steve Barri; contributed as musician/backup singer for acts such as Jan and Dean; wrote or co-wrote songs recorded by The Turtles, Herman's Hermits, The Searchers, Johnny Rivers; credited with songs including "Secret Agent Man" and the protest hit "Eve of Destruction" (recorded by Barry McGuire); released solo albums including Songs Of Our Times and Twelve More Times; faced commercial pressures from Dunhill and marketing teams; had occasional later appearances in the 1990s and 2000s.

Reviews emphasise P.F. Sloan's songwriting talent and early session work alongside Steve Barri. They highlight the clash between his artistic choices and 1960s marketing pressures at Dunhill. Despite writing hits for others, his solo records sold poorly. The reviews are reflective and sometimes ironic about missed commercial success.

For:Fans of 1960s folk-rock, students of songwriting, and music-history enthusiasts.