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Them | “Here Comes The Night” | (Readers Digest) | The 1976 LP ‘1964-65’ showcases various tracks from notable British bands of the era, including The Searchers and The Kinks, highlighting their chart successes and significant contributions to pop music. The…
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Norman Newell | “Light My Fire” | (Philips) | The LP ‘Antonio and the Trumpets In The Sun’ features Norman Newell, a prominent figure at Columbia Records and a successful songwriter under the alias David West. Despite his limited grasp…
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Gordon Lightfoot’s first British concert occurred on June 2, 1969, at London’s Royal Festival Hall, showcasing his Canadian folk style. The 1966 album ‘Early Lightfoot’ features original tracks like “Early Morning Rain” and “Ribbon of Darkness,” highlighting his songwriting and…
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The Lotus Eaters | “The First Picture Of You” | Sylvan-Arista | The Lotus Eaters, a pop band from Liverpool, emerged with their debut single “The First Picture Of You” in June 1983. The duo, Peter Coyle and Jeremy Kelly,…
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Johnny Cash | “Luther Played The Boogie” | (Hallmark Records) | Johnny Cash’s album “I Forgot To Remember To Forget” features timeless tracks highlighting his unique blend of country and pop. Key songs include Hank Williams’ “Hey, Good Looking,” “I Heard…
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The Tony Mansell Singers | “The Look Of Love” | (Stereo Gold Award) | The album “Hits From Burt Bacharach With Love” features romantic pop hits by Bacharach and Hal David, reimagined with depth and swing. Produced by Tony Mansell, the…
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Badfinger | Cover Version | “Day After Day” | The LP ‘Pye Chart Busters – Volume 3’ features contemporary chart hits produced by Tony Palmer. The album captures today’s popular songs, performed by talented but lesser-known artists. It reflects accurate…
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The Arrows | Cover Version | “Touch Too Much” | The LP ‘Chart Buster Hits – Volume 11’ from June 1974 is essential for partygoers and collectors, offering a curated collection of popular hits without the hassle of frequently changing…
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The Overlanders | “Michelle” | (Marble Arch) | The content discusses Pye Records’ successful approach in creating hit songs over the past decade, emphasizing the importance of discovering new talent and pairing them with suitable songs. It highlights various artists,…
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Sam & Dave | Cover Version | “Soul Sister, Brown Sugar” | The author discovered a rare Dutch pressing of an untitled LP by the Clive Allan Orchestra & Singers in a charity shop, despite the album’s limited UK distribution…
