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Sylvie Vartan | “Elle Est Partie” | RCA Camden | The LP ‘Sylvie’ by Sylvie Vartan, typically rare in Britain, was surprisingly found in a charity shop in Houghton. Released originally in France in 1967 and reissued in 1971, this…
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The Box Tops, though not as internationally acclaimed as the Beatles, were a defining pop group of the Sixties known for strong lyrics and unique sound. Their hit singles, like “The Letter” and “Cry Like A Baby,” showcased the talents…
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The Rubettes | Cover Version | “Tonight” | The LP ‘16 Chart Hits – Volume 13’ features hits from the songwriting duo Chinn and Chapman, including “The Six Teens” by The Sweet, “Too Big” by Suzi Quatro, and Mud’s “Rocket.”…
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Danny Hodgson | Cover Version | “There’s A Kind Of Hush” | Danny Hodgson, born in Whitehaven in 1934, transitioned from a euphonium player in the Royal Military Academy band to a renowned Hammond organist. His varied career includes performances…
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The Hiltonaires | Cover Version | “The Happening” | The LP ‘Stereo Special’ (1971) features easy-listening instrumental mash-ups. Highlighted is a mix of “The Happening”, “My Bonnie”, and “Yellow Rose Of Texas”. Produced in an acoustically perfect studio with advanced…
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Mungo Jerry | Cover Version | “In The Summertime” | The LP ‘The Million Sellers’, released by Decca’s mid-price Eclipse label in 1970, features cover versions by the Chartbusters Orchestra & singers. While the interpretations are not definitive, they provide…
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Lieutenant Pigeon| “Mouldy Old Dough” | Decca | Makepeace, formed by three schoolboys in Coventry, changed their name to Lieutenant Pigeon after their first single “Edna” was unsuccessful. Their subsequent hit “Mouldy Old Dough” took eight months to reach the…
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The Guess Who| “American Woman” | RCA Victor | Burton Cummings reminisces about the origins of “American Woman,” created during a jam session in 1969, which unexpectedly became a major hit after a bootleg recording. He also reflects on the collaboration…
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Glen Campbell | “It’s Only Make Believe” | Capitol | The Glen Campbell Album features exceptional songs from notable artists, showcasing Campbell’s talent alongside illustrious contributors like Jerry Reed, Jimmy Webb, Paul Anka, and Paul Simon. Produced by Al de…
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The Shadows | “Chelsea Boot” | Columbia | The Shadows, prominent in pop history, deliver a captivating performance in their LP “Jigsaw” (1967), showcasing both classic and contemporary songs. Their interpretations, especially of tracks like “Friday On My Mind” and “Green…
