Music is something that some people can’t live without. It is something that can lift our moods when we are feeling down, or give us inspiration, as well. Since it is the soundtrack to most people’s lives, it can also play a significant part in any travel experience. When you travel to … Read more
Before, rock movies and concerts can only be watched on VHS tapes or regular television. Most of the time, the pictures of those shows can be faded, and the sounds are filled with hisses and pops. But with the advancement of technology, we can now enjoy watching our favorite classic rock bands … Read more
Introduction The Hollywood Argyles were a short-lived studio group assembled by producer/musician/songwriters Kim Fowley and Gary Paxton. They achieved popularity with their 60s music era hit single and now oldies music classic “Alley Oop,” and the group went on to become a one hit wonder. A bit more on The Hollywood Argyles … Read more
Introduction Joe Barry was an American swamp pop singer hailing from Louisiana, known for his only big hit and now-oldies music classic “I’m a Fool to Care” (released on Jin Records) during the early 60s era. Although generally considered as a one-hit wonder, Barry also charted with another single “Teardrops in My … Read more
Introduction to Cate Brothers Oldies music fans will probably recognize the Cate Brothers. Consisting of twin brothers Earl and Ernest Cate (born on December 26, 1942), the Arkansas-based duo the Cate Brothers gained recognition for their one and only hit “Union Man” during the 70s music era. It entered the Top 40 … Read more
Introduction Brook Benton (1931-1988) was a prolific and successful R&B/pop/soul/rock and roll singer-songwriter who amassed several R&B as well as pop chart hits particularly from the late 50s to early 60s music era, although he also scored sizable hits up to the 1970s. He wrote or co-wrote many of his big hits … Read more
Introduction Bruce Channel is an American rock n roll/pop/country/rockabilly singer-songwriter known for his #1 pop hit “Hey! Baby” during the early 60s music era. He is considered as a a one-hit wonder; nevertheless, he had several other minor Hot 100 hits such as “Number One Man” and “Come on Baby.” He is … Read more
Introduction American rock n roll and R&B singer/songwriter Bobby Day was a former member of the L.A.-based Hollywood Flames (who was known for their hit single “Buzz, Buzz, Buzz” in 1957) and the Satellites, entering the 60s music era. The songs he wrote, such as “Over and Over” and “Little Bitty Pretty … Read more
Introduction Frankie Lymon was an American singer who fronted the Harlem, New York City group The Teenagers, one of the first few racially integrated acts, and also the first all-teenaged group. Lymon befriended Herman Santiago, lead singer of Coupe De Villes, and joined the latter’s group that became The Premieres. When the … Read more
Introduction to Dave Edmunds Dave Edmunds (born David William Edmunds in 1944) is a Welsh/British guitarist, singer and record producer. He began his music career playing with different bands, starting from the Edmund Bros with his older brother Geoff, and then The Raiders, and Love Sculpture. After Love Sculpture split, he formed … Read more
Introduction to Charlie Gracie Charlie Gracie (born Charles Anthony Graci in 1936, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is an American rock and roll and R&B singer and guitarist, considered one of the earliest rock pioneers. Gracie’s earliest record was the popular song by Fats Waller, “I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a … Read more
Introduction to The Cadillacs The Cadillacs were an American doo-wop/R&B/rock and roll group formed in Harlem, New York in 1953. They are considered as one of the pioneering doo-wop acts at that time, being the first black doo-wop a group to cross over the pop charts. They also imposed other “firsts” – … Read more
Introduction to Flash Cadillac and the Continental Kids Flash Cadillac and the Continental Kids were a parody rock n’ roll band who figured very much in the 70s music scene. The band formed in 1969, in Boulder, Colorado. The group’s original lineup consisted of vocalist/keyboardist Kris Moe, guitarist Linn Philips, Mick Manresa … Read more
Short career summary on Ace Cannon Ace Cannon is an American tenor and alto saxophonist born in Mississippi in 1934. Cannon began playing the instrument when he was still a child, and during the first days of rock and roll he signed with Sun Records. One of the foremost session musicians from … Read more
Paul Evans’ career at a glance Paul Evans is an American rock ‘n roll/country singer-songwriter known for his two Top 10 hits “Seven Little Girls (Sittin’ In The Back Seat)” and “Happy Go Lucky Me.” He has more success as a songwriter, having penned material for artists such as Elvis Presley, Pat … Read more
Introduction to Aerosmith Aerosmith is a successful hard rock group out of Boston, MA. The group had 21 Top 40 hits from 1975 – 2001, 8 reached the top 10. “I Don’t Want To Miss A Thing”was there only number 1 hit (4 weeks). They did however have 9 Mainstream Rock #1 … Read more