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The One-Hit Wonder File: “Black Betty”
"Black Betty" cut through 70s music like a knife. But there's a lot of confusion about the meaning. Here's the origin story.
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The One-Hit Wonder File: “Your Love”
The Outfield may have had a few other songs make it onto the charts, but none were as infectious as their big one, "Your Love."
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Fooled Around and Fell In Love”
Elvin Bishop was an accomplished blues guitarist. But 1976's "Fooled Around and Fell In Love" assured his place in rock history.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Something In the Air”
Thunderclap Newman captured lightning in a bottle with "Something In the Air" - with a little help from Pete Townshend.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Summertime Blues”
Since Eddie Cochran's version, "Summertime Blues" has often been covered. But there's nothing like Blue Cheer's version.