More fun moments with Johnny Carson.
In Part One I chose; Dom DeLuise Egg Trick; Rodney Dangerfield September 2, 1974; Drew Carey debut; Tim Conway debut; the famous “Copper Clappers” bit, with Jack Webb; and the debut of ZZ Top, May 16, 1986, performing their hits, “Sharp Dressed Man” and “Tush”.
This “Stand Out Single” reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart in February 1974.
Dolly Parton’s single “Jolene” / “Love, You’re So Beautiful Tonight” was released on October 15, 1973, by RCA Victor, and it quickly became one of the defining records not only of her career but of modern country music. “Jolene,” written solely by Parton, was produced by Bob Ferguson and served as the title track of her 1974 album Jolene.
The Country Caravan featured a mix of lively DJ sets, jam-packed talent showcases, and major events.
WPLO-AM 590’s Country Caravan was a defining force in Atlanta radio during the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s, marrying music, community, and personality in a way that few stations ever matched. The real Country Caravan era emerged during this time, featuring a mix of lively DJ sets, jam-packed talent showcases, and major events billed as the “WPLO Shower of Stars.” These weren’t just concerts—they were full-scale country happenings.
All the photos in this post are from my Mother’s collection of Country Music memorabilia. They were taken by me, either at Nalley or Sandy Springs WPLO Caravan in July 1967.
Continue reading “WPLO Country Caravan”Songs that contain the phrase “You and I” in the lyrics.
“Fall” by Ed Sheeran is a heartfelt love song from his 2010 EP Songs I Wrote with Amy. Written by Ed Sheeran, it explores the vulnerabilities and joys of falling in love, emphasizing the need for mutual commitment and emotional risk. Lyrics like “Would you fall too?” highlight the longing for reciprocation and reassurance in a relationship.
