Monthly Archives: February 2026

Following the success of the Doors’ self-titled debut album, Elektra Records released their second album, “Strange Days.” It eventually went platinum, producing two hit singles, “People Are Strange,” which is worth up to $50.00 with picture sleeve and “Love Me … Continue reading →

In 1966, Verve Records released “Freak Out” by the Mothers of Invention. The album was a concept album of American pop culture as seen through the vision of front man, Frank Zappa. “Freak Out,” containing Doo-Wop, Rhythm & Blues, and … Continue reading →

Jo Ann Campbell began her recording career in 1956 and appeared in the Rock N Roll movies, “Go Johnny Go” and “Hey Let’s Twist.” Her biggest hits include “I’m The Girl from Wolverton Mountain” and “Mother Please (I’d Rather Do … Continue reading →

“Dumbo” was first released by Walt Disney in 1941 in hopes of making up for some of the losses he incurred from “Fantasia.” “Dumbo,” teased for his big ears, finds them handy when he wants to fly. Only 64 minutes … Continue reading →

Ten Little Indians” was one of the Beach Boy’s lesser hits, never coming close to their giant hits of the same period such as “Surfin Safari” and “Surfin U.S.A.” “Ten Little Indians” was the second single released from their “Surfin … Continue reading →

Ed Bruce began his career as a Rockabilly artist for Sun Records. His biggest success happened in 1970 when Waylon Jennings and Willie Nelson recorded his composition, “Mamas Don’t Let Your Babies Grow Up To Be Cowboys.” Ed Bruce also … Continue reading →

The Mello-Kings was one of the blackest-sounding white groups of the Doo-Wop era. Their best known hit is “Tonite Tonite.” An original copy on Herald Records can now sell for $50.00. This is an extremely rare case where a record … Continue reading →

In 1963, to capitalize on the success of Clint Eastwood’s popularity as Rowdy Yates on the TV series, “Rawhide,” Cameo Records released the album, “Rawhide’s Clint Eastwood Sings Cowboy Favorites.” Among the songs are “Bouquet of Roses” and “Don’t Fence … Continue reading →

Chances are anything Beach Boys related is collectible. In 1961, Safari Records released the first single produced by Brian Wilson. Also written by Brian Wilson, “Surfer Moon” was recorded by Bob Norberg and Sheri Pomeroy. Original copies with a light … Continue reading →

For a long time it was thought that “Maybellene” was the first recording featuring Chuck Berry. However, it is now known that a few months prior to the release of “Maybellene,” which can sell for $75.00, Chuck was playing guitar … Continue reading →