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When Not-Good-Enough Became Great
These songs may have been passed over for one reason or another. But in the right hands, they became big hits.
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The Hits That Almost Weren’t
We take these hits for granted now, but they could've as easily been lost in the reject pile. A story of close calls.
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.
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?
The First Take Is The Deepest: Demos Turned Hits
Sometimes, those rough "demo" tapes of a song hold just the right ingredients to be a hit -- and nothing further needs to be done.