The One-Hit Wonder File: “Love Grows (Where My Rosemary Goes)”
It’s one of the catchiest “earworms” of 70s pop. But it has an intriguing backstory, featuring a ubiquitous vocalist.
Tony Orlando & Dawn: Sentimental (with Big Chops)
Tony Orlando & Dawn were everywhere in the 70s, from radio to TV. Their blend of harmony and cheeky wit was just what the decade needed.
10cc’s “I’m Not In Love”: The Backstory
The band rejected this song at first. But an ambitious “makeover” turned it into a huge hit – and one of the most unusual of the 70s.
The Partridge Family: Come On, Get Happy!
It made David Cassidy a star and filled the charts with hits. Climb aboard a tricked-out bus and journey back to this tuneful 70s sitcom.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Venus”
That rattly opening guitar riff signaled something…”different.” Here’s the backstory on the 70s song that’s had more than one life.