Monthly Archives: January 2024

One of the most successful trios in the early Rock N Roll era was the Fleetwoods. Their mellow sound stood out from the heavy guitars, driving drums, and wailing sax sounds of their contemporaries. Their first single, “Come Softly To … Continue reading →

From Austin, Texas came the band that many say was responsible for what came to be known as Psychedelic Rock. The members of the Thirteenth Floor Elevators were said to be under the influence of LSD while recording and during … Continue reading →

On June 9, 2009 the Library of Congress preserves 25 culturally significant recordings in a special sound archive.  Among the recordings are “Rumble” by Linc Wray, and “My Generation” by the Who. The “My Generation” album on Decca Records is … Continue reading →

Breaking out of San Jose in the mid-1960’s was the Syndicate of Sound. They were one-hit wonders in 1966 with their top-10 hit, “Little Girl.” The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame features “Little Girl” in their one-hit wonder section. … Continue reading →

Sissy Houston, mother of Whitney, was the lady who founded the girl-group, the Sweet Inspirations. During the 60’s they were in tremendous demand as back-up singers on several records by Wilson Pickett, Dionne Warwick, and Aretha Franklin. They even did … Continue reading →

There was no better loved Country superstar than Johnny Cash and there were few who had as many iconic hits like “I Walk the Line,” “A Boy Name Sue,” and “Ring of Fire.” But the endless string of hits all … Continue reading →

Here’s a Record You Should Know About. Besides singing, writing, and producing for the Beach Boys, Brian Wilson did the same for a group called the Survivors, consisting of Brian Wilson, Bob Norberg, Dave Nowlen, and Rich Alarian. The single, “Pamela … Continue reading →

One of the giants of American Country music was a man from Nova Scotia. Hank Snow had more than 75 hits on the Country charts including “I’m Moving On” and “I’ve Been Everywhere.” He is in the Country Music Hall … Continue reading →

In 1968, Motown put their two super groups, the Supremes and the Temptations, together and released “I’m Gonna Make You Love Me.” It might have made it to #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 had it not been for another … Continue reading →

On June 2,1988, Adrien Brown, wife of James Brown, answering to DUI charges says she has diplomatic immunity as she is the wife of the ”ambassador of soul.” The judge is not amused. Among James Brown’s most collectible albums are … Continue reading →