One of the defining instrumental recordings of early 1960s surf rock.
The instrumental “Miserlou,” most famously associated with Dick Dale and his band Dick Dale and the Del-Tones, is one of the defining recordings of early 1960s surf rock, though its origins reach much further back into Mediterranean folk tradition. The melody itself is a traditional tune of Middle Eastern and Eastern Mediterranean origin,
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”
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.
With a keen sense of production and a deep understanding of emerging trends in rock music, he quickly established himself as a sought-after producer.
Shel Talmy is an American-born record producer and songwriter who played a pivotal role in shaping the British rock and pop scene of the 1960s. Known for his innovative production techniques and for working with some of the most iconic artists of the era, Talmy is celebrated for his contribution to hits that remain legendary.
His technical mastery and dynamic drumming style have left an indelible impact on progressive rock.
I have always been a fan of the drums. I had a snare drum as a kid and one of my friends from Milton High School, Tommy Mulkey, was an incredible drummer. As a child, one of my favorite Christmas songs was “The Little Drummer Boy”. I thought I would list some of my all-time favorite drummers for my blog.
Went to a dance, looking for romance, Saw Barbara Ann, so I thought I’d take a chance.
“Barbara Ann” is a classic rock and roll song that gained popularity in the 1960s. The original version was recorded by The Regents in 1961. The song was written by Fred Fassert and was originally released as a single by The Regents in 1961 on the Gee label.
The Regents were an American doo-wop vocal group formed in 1958. Comprising Guy Villari, Sal Cuomo, Chuck Fassert, Tony Gravagna, and Don Jacobucci, the group gained fame with their hit single “Barbara Ann,” written by Chuck Fassert’s brother, Fred Fassert. Released in 1961 on the Gee label, the song reached No.13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
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.
My 15th inductee, number 3 for 2023 is Chicago.
Chicago’s songs combine elements of classical music, jazz, R&B, and pop music. They were formed in Chicago, Illinois, in 1967. Chicago began writing politically charged rock music and later moved to a softer sound, generating several hit ballads. The group had a steady stream of hits throughout the 1970s and 1980s.
