Monthly Archives: December 2023

Pete Seeger, one time member of the Weavers who hit #1 in 1950 with “Goodnight Irene” was a leader of the anti-establishment movement longer than any other recording artist.  He wrote many songs on disarmament such as “Where Have All … Continue reading →

It seems like everyone was trying to capitalize on the “Twist” as soon as Chubby Checker exploded onto the charts in 1960. There was Joey Dee with the “Peppermint Twist.” Motown was on board with “Twistin Postman” by the Marvelettes. … Continue reading →

Black Sabbath came out with “Master of Reality” in 1971. Released by Warner Brothers, the album was issued with two different covers. Covers with “Master of Reality” in grey letters are worth up to $50.00. But first issues had the … Continue reading →

Jimmy Soul had a #1 hit in 1963 with “If You Want to be Happy (For the Rest of Your Life, Make a Ugly Woman Your Wife).” It was Jimmy Soul’s second hit. A copy can sell up to $50.00 … Continue reading →

Robert Mitchum was one of the greatest actors of his generation. In 1955, he starred in the movie, “Night of the Hunter,” where he played the proverbial sheep in wolf’s clothing. A minister turned serial killer; he plans to steal … Continue reading →

Although “Dirty Water” by the Standells broke out first as a regional hit in Florida, it will forever be an anthem in Boston where it’s played following victories by the Red Sox and Bruins. With its references to the Charles … Continue reading →

In 1997 Governor George W. Bush declared May 5th as ZZ Top day in Texas. ZZ Top’s first album was called “First Album.” Released in 1971 on London Records, a copy is worth up to $200.00 today. Their first 45, … Continue reading →

Mickey Dolenz has done it all in his professional career as an actor, Rock N Roll singer, director, and radio personality. It all started in 1956 when he starred in the TV show, “Circus Boy.” But it’s his fame as … Continue reading →

The Shangri-Las had such a massive hit with “Leader of the Pack” that it’s easy to forget some of their other hits like “Remember (Walking in the Sand)” and “Give Him a Great Big Kiss,” both from 1964. Their last … Continue reading →

Jimmy Buffet’s “Havana Dreamin” is one of those albums where the tracks on the record can make a difference in value. If a copy contains “Defying Gravity,” the value is no more than $20.00. However, if a copy, instead of … Continue reading →