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  • The post discusses the resurgence of past hits in the music charts, highlighting artists like Cilla Black and the Righteous Brothers. It addresses the changing landscape of pop music, noting the success of various singers, including Engelbert and newcomers like…

    Cilla Black | Cover Version | “Surround Yourself With Sorrow”
  • “America: A 200-Year Salute in Story and Song” is Johnny Cash’s 1972 concept album, featuring songs and narratives reflecting on American history. It includes re-recorded classics and original tracks, portraying influential figures and events. The album blends music and storytelling,…

    Johnny Cash | America | (CBS)
  • The content discusses a 1973 LP titled “Puttin’ On The Style,” featuring inexpensive cover versions of 50s and early 60s rock and roll songs. The author expresses indifference toward this genre but purchased it for a project. They highlight their…

    Lloyd Price | Cover Version | “Stagger Lee”
  • The content promotes The Sun newspaper, highlighting its appeal to music fans with diverse tastes. It features pop charts, unique sections like Pop Zodiac, and contests for vinyl prizes. The Monday disc column is especially emphasized, portraying The Sun as…

    The Archies | Cover Version | “Sugar Sugar”
  • The review discusses the 1975 album “Dance To The Music” featuring Ike & Tina Turner’s cover of “River Deep, Mountain High.” It highlights strong female vocals, particularly praising the rendition of the title track by Tina Charles. The album generally…

    Ike & Tina Turner | Cover Version | “River Deep, Mountain High”
  • The review critiques the 1969 LP “Remember These?” by the Peter Covent Band, noting its lackluster quality with the cover of “The Good, The Bad And The Ugly.” The album seems aimed at an older audience, evoking imagery of Bavarian…

    Peter Covent Band | Cover Version | “The Good, The Bad And The Ugly”
  • The post discusses the LP ‘Let’s go Pop International’ by The Sixties Music, highlighting their budget-cover version of Stevie Wonder’s “Higher Ground.” The record was acquired cheaply on eBay and features various solid tracks, including rare songs not widely known…

    Sixties Music | Cover Version | “Higher Ground”
  • The 1974 LP “Non Stop Pepsi Party,” featuring Denny Wright and the Hustlers, aimed to cash in on the cover-version trend in Britain. Funded by leftover money from Pepsi, it included professional musicians to appeal to youth, promoting their cola…

    Denny Wright and the Hustlers | Cover Version | “Something”
  • The post discusses the discovery of Norman Greenbaum’s cover version of “Spirit In The Sky” on the LP ‘A Melting Pot Of Hits,’ acquired for £1 from the British Heart Foundation. The author expresses a preference for amateur recordings and…

    Norman Greenbaum | Cover Version | “Spirit In The Sky”
  • Nicky Chinn and Mike Chapman, winners of the 1974 Ivor Novello Songwriters of the Year award, created a distinctive sound for artists like Mud and Sweet. Their meticulous production and catchy riffs contributed to numerous hits, showcasing their dedication to…

    Mud | Cover Version | “Dyna-Mite”