Monthly Archives: April 2022

In 1963 the Beach Boys had their second big hit with “Surfin’ U.S.A.” But not all is sunny in southern California as they are soon sued by Rock and Roll pioneer Chuck Berry for ripping off one of his biggest … Continue reading →

“Help” is the title of the Beatles’ 10th album in the U.S. and the soundtrack from the movie of the same time. John Lennon said the song, “Help,” was a cry for help as he was going through a deep … Continue reading →

With the opening theme “The biggest show in town is Huckleberry Hound. For all you guys and gals. The biggest clown in town is Huckleberry Hound with all his cartoon pals,” this animated series debuted in 1958. Sponsored by Kellogg’s, … Continue reading →

Edwin Starr’s number one hit, “War (What is it good for? Absolutely Nothin’)” came in 1970. It was a protest song that is still popular today. Released on Gordy Records it is not a big collectible at no more than … Continue reading →

It’s hard to describe the music of Captain Beefheart (Don Van Vliet). It’s a blend of Blues, Jazz, Classical, and Rock N Roll. Along with the Magic Band, he never had a hit. His music is considered more influential than … Continue reading →

“I Fought The Law (and the law won)” was a top-10 hit for the Bobby Fuller Four in 1965 on Mustang Records, now worth up to $40.00. Fuller’s death, attributed to swallowing gasoline, remains an unsolved homicide and possible police … Continue reading →

Best known as the creator of the Bakersfield Sound and co-star of TV’s “Hee Haw” along with Roy Clark, Buck Owens had the Country music tiger by the tail in the 1960’s with hits like “Act Naturally,” later covered by the … Continue reading →

To list all of Connie Francis’ hit records would take quite some time. Beginning in 1958 she had 35 top-40 hits. Among the biggest were “Who’s Sorry Now” and “Lipstick On Your Collar.” Like many of the 1950’s and early … Continue reading →

Redd Foxx might be best known for his 1970’s TV series, “Sanford and Son,” but he began his career in the 1940’s. As a result of his blue humor he found it difficult to get his records accepted by brand … Continue reading →

Tommy Roe had a lot of what was known as bubble-gum hits in the 1960’s and 70’s such as “Sweet Pea” and “Jam Up Jelly Tight.” He hit number one in 1969 with “Dizzy.” His fist hit came in 1962 … Continue reading →