Cars, particularly fast ones, have been the subject of many hits over the years. The tale of a kid driving his car way too fast had his pop proclaiming “son, you’re gonna drive me to drinkin’ if you don’t stop driving that Hot Rod Lincoln.” But when the 60’s really kicked...
Through the decades, happy and downright silly songs filled the airwaves, tugging at our hearts and sticking in our heads with their infectious beats or lyrics. Some absolutely made no sense at all – what the heck was a Do Wah Diddy and what did it do? And who did put...
Spring is in the air – summer is right around the corner – things in general are looking “up!” Time to step into the Oldies Vault for some Happy Music!
The Blackbyrds were an American rhythm and blues/jazz-funk fusion group hailing from Washington, DC in 1973. They are...
Hailing from Dripping Springs, Texas, this country trio knocked me off my feet with their 2017 release, On the Rocks. The trio consists of lead singer, Mark Wystrach, lead guitarist/vocalist, Jess Carson and bass player/vocalist, Cameron Duddy. Their voices blend harmoniously...
It’s almost Valentine’s Day and as John Paul Young sang in 1978: Love Is InThe Air! Step into the Oldie’s Vault for some romantic love songs that still withstand the test of time!
The 50’s and early 60’s brought us plenty of groups with smooth, satiny voices, all...
Back in 1960, I got my first dose of Smokey Robinson through the Miracles’ Billboard Hit, Shop Around. Lead singer Smokey’s vocals were crisp and clean, his stage persona was lively and infectious. The Miracles relentlessly pounded the charts in the early 60’s through...
With Valentine’s Day fast tracking around the bend, it’s time to step into the Oldies Vault for some fun, upbeat, just plain “love happy” music.
So many songs, especially in the 50’s, told us stories. The Ray’s, Silhouettes is about a jealous lover who “thinks” he sees...
No two ways about it – last year was a rough year. Time to lose that 2020 stress through exercise and fitness regimes. Whether you choose outside activities such as walking, running, biking — or staying indoors doing stretches, weights, yoga, etc., music will...