When Nathan East decided to release a collection under his own name, Van Morrison’s “Moondance” was one of 14 eclectic tunes to make the cut. With Michael MacDonald on vocals it rocks like few cover tunes ever do.
When Kiki Dee joined Elton John’s Rocket Records, a career that had been simmering since the mid 1960s took off. And 1974’s “I’ve Got the Music In Me” was the fuse that lit the fire.
REO’s 7th studio album produced their first Top 40 hit, “Time for Me to Fly”. It was worthy of the accolades. But for me, it was Side One, Cut One that would resonate.
Certain songs define a generation. And for some, “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” ranks with Vicki Sue Robinson, Cheryl Lynn and Gloria Gaynor.
“Don’t screw up the theme song.” That was the one thing people said when word leaked of a re-boot of the Hawaii Five-0 Television series.
Backstory on the Badfinger Tune that became a popular cover for Rod Stewart, his fifth Top 5 and second #1 debut in three years.
The last year has taught us to treasure every single hug, to make a memory of every smile and to place experience ahead of possessions.
If there ever was a tune that channeled the feel of 1966, The Lovin’ Spoonful’s “Summer in the City” is it.
#31 – Reunion – Life is a Rock But the Radio Rolled Me: Between 1964 and 1967, a subset of pop music that generated a huge following was labeled “Bubblegum”. It’s upbeat vibe with simple lyrics and singable melodies were targeted at the pre-teen / teenager market. 1910 Fruitgum Company,…
Sustaining any relationship over the long haul requires work.The secret to 44 years together: “Never stop doing what you did to win her in the first place.”