Tommy Roe: Innocent Times, Guilty Pleasure
With 22 irresistible pop hits, Tommy Roe may not have liked being called a “bubblegum” singer. But the label, um, stuck.
Lamont Dozier: Writing America’s Soundtrack
Lamont Dozier’s songs are woven through American popular music. His recent passing gives a reason to celebrate his legacy.
Steely Dan’s Damsel: Linda Hoover, Almost Star
An aspiring singer from New Jersey got a boost by the future members of Steely Dan. Then her album got shelved. Until now.
The Final Album: George Harrison’s “Brainwashed”
At the end of his life, George Harrison mixed reflection with a commercial sound on his final album, “Brainwashed.”
The Top of Stax: David Porter
David Porter is responsible for some of the biggest hits on the Stax label. And one of the most misunderstood lyrics.