Perry Como – And I Love You So
Introduction: In the landscape of American popular music during the early 1970s, a familiar voice emerged with a surprisingly contemporary…
Oldies Musics
Neil Sedaka -“Oh Carol”
Introduction: In 1958, a young Neil Sedaka, barely out of his teens, unleashed a song that would capture the hearts…
The Turtles – Happy Together – 1967
Introduction: The year is 1967. The Summer of Love is in full swing, and a wave of optimistic pop music,…
The Crystals – Then He Kissed Me
Introduction: In the summer of 1963, a new sound swept across the airwaves, capturing the innocent excitement and romantic yearning…
Aretha Franklin – Respect (1967)
Introduction: Aretha Franklin’s 1967 rendition of “Respect” is not simply a cover song; it’s a cultural phenomenon. Originally written and…
Carpenters – Rainy Days And Mondays
Introduction: The Carpenters, the brother-sister duo of Karen and Richard Carpenter, carved a distinct niche in the landscape of popular…
The Skyliners – Since I Don’t Have You.
Introduction: The year is 1958. Rock and roll is still finding its footing, radiating youthful rebellion and a raw, electric…
Gary Puckett & The Union Gap – “Over You”
Introduction: In 1968, amidst the burgeoning counterculture movement and the rising tide of psychedelic rock, a different kind of sound…
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons – December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)
Introduction: Though not released until 1975, “December, 1963 (Oh, What a Night)” by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons holds…
Bee Gees – Wouldn’t I Be Someone
Introduction: The year is 1972. The Bee Gees, a British musical trio consisting of brothers Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb,…