These are songs that contain “radio” in their lyrics.
“Mexican Radio” is a 1982 song by Wall of Voodoo from their second album Call of the West, released as a single in 1983. It was written by Stan Ridgway (lyrics) and Marc Moreland (music). The song was inspired by the band members’ drives to rehearsal in Los Angeles, during which they’d tune into powerful Mexican “border blaster”
Several more have passed this summer of 2025.
These individuals have been in Delaney & Bonnie and co-founded Derek & the Dominos; played Dee in What’s Happening!! (1976–1979); was nicknamed “Superlungs”, and turned down lead singer for Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple; and was a pioneering musician in the realm of Contemporary Christian Music.
“The maestro has passed.”
Brian Wilson was born on Sunday, June 20, 1942, in Inglewood, California, growing up in Hawthorne alongside his brothers Carl and Dennis. Brian was the first child of Audree Neva (née Korthof) and Murry Wilson, a machinist who later pursued songwriting part-time. From a young age, he displayed precocious musical talent—learning piano, crafting vocal harmonies, and teaching his siblings to sing.
Andy’s talent as a multi-instrumentalist became apparent in his youth, and he developed skills in guitar, piano, and drums, among other instruments.
Andy Paley is an accomplished American record producer, songwriter, and musician known for his wide-ranging contributions to music, film, and television. His career spans decades and includes collaborations with renowned artists and innovative projects across various media.
So how did Jimmy describe his music? Well, in the late 70s he called it “Drunken Caribbean Rock ‘n’ Roll!” These days, however, “Gulf and Western” is the preferred descriptor for fans—and even Buffett himself!
Jimmy Buffett, born James William Buffett on December 25, 1946, was a renowned American musician, songwriter, author, and businessman known for his laid-back, tropical-themed music and persona. Buffett was born in Pascagoula, Mississippi, and raised in Mobile, Alabama. James Delaney Buffett, often referred to as J.D. Buffett, was Jimmy’s father who worked for the Army Corps of Engineers.
My 6th inductee of 2023, in my Doyle’s Space Music Hall of Fame, and my 18th inductee overall is The Beach Boys.
The Beach Boys, an iconic American rock band, emerged in the early 1960s and quickly became synonymous with the California sound, surf music, and intricate harmonies. Comprising Brian Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Carl Wilson, Mike Love, and Al Jardine, this group left an indelible mark on the music industry, producing a remarkable discography that spans decades.
Long, Long, Long – Turn!, Turn!, Turn! – Dance, Dance, Dance – Da, Da, Da – Bills, Bills, Bills – No, No, No
How many songs can you think of that have the same word, repeated three times, for the song title? In this series of posts, I’m going to try to come up with a few. Wish me luck. I’ll check in with some of the big rock bands and solo artists to see what I can find.
Hi, Hi Hi – Stop, Stop, Stop – Cry, Cry, Cry – Run, Run Run – Fun, Fun, Fun – Well, Well, Well – Why, Why, Why
How many songs can you think of that have the same word, repeated three times, for the song title? In this series of posts, I’m going to try to come up with a few. Wish me luck. I’ll check in with some of the big rock bands and solo artists to see what I can find.
