The One-Hit-Wonder File: “96 Tears”
That distinctive organ riff helped make “96 Tears” a classic hit. And its appeal wasn’t lost on other artists, including The Ramones and Aretha.
Some Brotherly “Love”
Sometimes, the relationships that inspire great music don’t spring from romantic connections…but from good old sibling rivalry.
Camaro Rock: The Second British Invasion
The first British Invasion delivered upbeat tunes based on American music. Then came a more muscular subset, aka “Camaro Rock.”
60 Years of Rock n Roll Hair
The Beatles more-or-less started the ball rolling in Paris in the early 60s, and rock hair has been a “thing” ever since…
John Denver: Dig Him Or Diss Him?
With his sincere grin and folky songs, John Denver became a huge 70s star. So why is he still given short shrift?