The One-Hit Wonder File: “What Do All The People Know”
The Monroes released one of the most infectious slices of 80s power pop. It was their only big hit, and maybe that’s enough.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Smoke From A Distant Fire”
“Smoke From A Distant Fire” was their only big hit — but this blue-eyed-soul earworm burned hot in the 70s.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Hot Child In the City”
It had crunchy guitar riffs, a unique vocal, and more than a touch of glitter rock. No wonder “Hot Child In the City” was such a 70s hit.
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Break My Stride”
This infectious 80s hit is a paean to both independence and never giving up. Here’s the backstory on “Break My Stride.”
The One-Hit Wonder File: “Indiana Wants Me”
The sirens blaring at the start don’t bode well for the subject of this memorable one-hit wonder. We take another listen.