Monthly Archives: July 2025

Bobby Lewis was an orphan who could play piano at five-years old. He was adopted at twelve. In his late twenties he was number one on the Billboard charts for seven weeks with his Rock N Roll classic, “Tossin & … Continue reading →

The 13th Floor Elevators never really had any hits but the Texas band that formed in the mid 60’s still has a following today. Psychedelic music was what they lived for but drugs were their downfall. Member Rory Erickson was … Continue reading →

A former boxer and marine, Lee Dorsey had his first hit “(Sittin’ here la la waitin’ for my) Ya Ya” in 1961, which is worth up to $40.00. John Lennon recorded the song several years later. Other hits followed like … Continue reading →

In the mid 60’s through the mid 70’s, B.J. Thomas owned the charts with hits like “Hooked On a Feeling” and “I Just Can’t Help Believing.” His biggest success came in 1970 with the number one hit, “Raindrops Keep Falling … Continue reading →

Rufus Thomas was a Dee Jay in Memphis radio in the early 50’s as was his best friend, B.B. King. In 1953, Rufus recorded “Bear Cat” for Sam Phillips at Sun Records. The song was an answer to “Hound Dog” … Continue reading →

Donovan, like Elvis, Fabian, Cher and Madonna, is best known by just his first name. Donovan Leitch was a chart topper in the 60’s with hits such as “Mellow Yellow” and “Sunshine Superman.” His most valuable album, “A Gift From … Continue reading →

The Orlons was one of the most popular groups to come out of Philadelphia, the city that had Cameo-Parkway Records, which released hits by Bobby Rydell, the Dovells, and Chubby Checker. The Orlons was the back up group for Dee … Continue reading →

Some say Ral Donner sounded more like Elvis than Elvis. He wasn’t an Elvis impersonator like we see today. He was the real thing, even backed up by the Jordanaires who were Elvis’ backup singers. Elvis’ main guitar player Scotty … Continue reading →

Ten Years After was formed in England in 1967 with Alvin Lee as their controversial leader. Two years later they rocked Woodstock with their exciting rendition of “I’m Going Home.” They had little success on the singles charts but their … Continue reading →

Fats Domino was a national treasure whose contributions to Rock and Roll can’t be measured by radio-play and record sales. Among his biggest hits are “Ain’t It a Shame,” “Blue Monday,” and “Blueberry Hill.” His first record, “The Fat Man,” … Continue reading →