Category: Oldies

That Philly Sound

Philadelphia (Philly) Soul was a particular sound in the middle of psychedelic and rock overtones lush arraignments produced with horns, strings, and soulful artists that often featured instruments which got kids beaten on their way home. TSOP or ‘The Sound of Philadelphia,’ was more than a great tune: it was a way of life and […]

Guess Who?

We know that Milwaukee, Wisconsin is the home of great beer and brats, Polka music, and one of the greatest rockers of all time. Before we tell you though, here are a few clues. This rocker was born in 1943, which makes him 72 as of today, but he’s still on tour. You could never […]

Super Sports Songs – Part Two

We’ve taken you to part one of great sports and we hope you’re ready for more. These songs certainly get us going and motivated to play. Here’s part two of “Super Sports Songs.” “Thunderstruck” by AC/DC is a wonderful song that just sounds right. It’s also a drinking game for the young, but that’s for […]

The Year Was 1964

The British Invasion was a phenomenon during the mid-1960s. Rock and pop singers, songwriters, and bands traveled across the pond to the good old USA, and the early 60s counter-culture began. Did you know what was on the charts February 1st, 1964? Wherever you were, Detroit to Philadelphia to Akron to Birmingham, you were listening […]

Super Sports Songs – Part One

The recently played big NFL game reminded us how live sporting events and great music go together like peanut butter and jelly. Your team enters the field, and boom there’s a great tune. Here’s part one of “Super Sports Songs.” “Enter Sandman” by Metallica is a classic sports song by a heavy metal band that […]

Monday Music Headlines

Let’s bring you up to speed with our Monday morning music headlines… Stevie Wonder has been added to the BottleRock Napa Valley Festival, held this year on May 27-29, 2016 in Napa. You can buy tickets at BottleRockNapaValley.com. Glen Campbell is now in the sixth stage of his devastating Alzheimer’s disease, and may not make […]