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Graham Parker & the Rumour | “You Can’t Be Too Strong” | (Vertigo) 1979 | The post reflects on the collaboration between Graham Parker and producer Jack Nitzsche during the recording of the album “Squeezing Out Sparks.” Nitzsche’s influence was…
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The Tremeloes | “Suddenly You Love Me” | (Pickwick) 1981 | The Tremeloes, featuring Dave, Len, Rick, and Bob, achieved success in the late ’60s and early ’70s with hits like ‘Here Comes My Baby.’ Currently touring major U.K. venues and…
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https://hitcovers.weebly.com/chart-choice.html | The LP “Chart Choice – Summer Collection” from May 1975 was a brief compilation series on the MFP label, following the popular “Hot Hits”. Despite some notable tracks, like Mud’s “Oh Boy”, most content lacks excitement. Peter Skellern’s…
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Curved Air | Cover Version | “Back Street Luv” | The ‘Hot Hits – Volume 7’ LP features a promotional stunt in August 1971, showcasing a blonde model at Stamford Bridge to promote the football season and the album. It includes…
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The Supremes / The Four Tops | Cover Version | “River Deep, Mountain High” | The LP “Hot Hits – Volume 6,” released in July 1971, features a summery vibe with a playful cricket scene involving a girl in a white…
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The MGM Orchestra | “Theme From Grand Prix” (Bossa Nova) | Music For Pleasure | The LP ‘Themes From The Great Motion Pictures’ showcases music from acclaimed films ‘Grand Prix’, ‘Doctor Zhivago’, and ‘Born Free’. Composers Maurice Jarre and John Barry are…
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The Seekers | “The Water Is Wide” | Music For Pleasure | The Seekers, at the peak of their fame with numerous hits, shocked fans by announcing their breakup. They prioritized music over commercial demands. The group, known for their folk…
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The Seekers | “I Wish You Could Be Here” | Columbia | Bruce Woodley of The Seekers shared insights about their success and upcoming projects, including a tour in Australia and representation at the Montreal World’s Fair. Their new album,…
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The Peddlers | “Let The Sun Shine In” | Fontana | The Peddlers, a British music trio formed in 1966, blends jazz and pop to create a unique sound described as “soul.” With a diverse fanbase, including celebrities, they perform…
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Big Jim “H” & his Men Of Rhythm | “Jungle Fever” | Stereo Gold Award | The LP ‘Dance Party of Hammond Hits’ features lively renditions of familiar songs by Big Jim ‘H’ and his Men of Rhythm, showcasing the…
