Month: March 2024

Ode to Billie Joe – Bobbie Gentry (BBC Live 1968)

About the song Bobbie Gentry’s “Ode to Billie Joe” is a haunting and enigmatic song that captured the attention of audiences when it was released in 1967. The song tells the story of a young man named Billy Joe…

Debbie Reynolds – Tammy

About the song The 1957 hit song “Tammy” by Debbie Reynolds has become a timeless classic, and its popularity has endured for over six decades. The song was featured in the film “Tammy and the Bachelor,” in which Reynolds…

Buddy Holly – It Doesn’t Matter Anymore

About the song Buddy Holly’s hit song “It Doesn’t Matter Anymore” was released in 1959 and remains a classic to this day. The song was one of Holly’s last recordings before his tragic and untimely death in February of…

Jefferson Airplane -White Rabbit

About the song Jefferson Airplane’s “White Rabbit” is a psychedelic rock song that was released in 1967. The song, written by the band’s lead singer Grace Slick, is one of their most well-known and iconic tracks. It was featured…

Elvis Presley – Return To Sender [Video]

About the song Elvis Presley is one of the most iconic and influential musicians in the history of popular music. His legacy continues to live on through his timeless hits and unforgettable performances. One of his classic songs, “Return…

Dion & The Belmonts I Wonder Why 1958

About the song Dion & The Belmonts burst onto the music scene in 1958 with their hit song “I Wonder Why.” The group consisted of lead singer Dion DiMucci and his friends Angelo D’Aleo, Fred Milano, and Carlo Mastrangelo….

Neil Sedaka – Breakin’ Up is hard to do

About the song Neil Sedaka’s “Breakin’ Up is Hard to Do” was released in 1960 and quickly became one of his most popular songs. The catchy tune and relatable lyrics struck a chord with audiences, making it a timeless…

Aretha Franklin – Respect [1967] (Aretha’s Original Version)

About the song Aretha Franklin’s iconic song “Respect” was released in 1967 and quickly became a symbol of empowerment and strength for women everywhere. The song, which was originally written and recorded by Otis Redding, was given a whole…

Little Anthony “Tears on My Pillow”

About the song Little Anthony and the Imperials are an American rhythm and blues/soul vocal group from New York City, first active in the 1950s. One of their most well-known and beloved songs is “Tears on My Pillow,” released…

Johnny Preston “Running Bear”

About the song Johnny Preston was an American rock and roll singer who rose to fame in the late 1950s with his hit song “Running Bear.” The song, which was released in 1959, became a chart-topping hit and solidified…