Ray himself sings on Honey Come Back, at first a sort of spoken cantor but fully committing during the chorus backed by “the Singers”. Sleeve Notes: Most of you reading this already know the instantly identifiable sound that is Ray … Continued
Sleeve Notes: The ten items on this record are so well known that they require no commendation from me. They are the chosen favourites of my large audience on BBC Radio 2 on Sunday nights These are the tunes that … Continued
Sleeve Notes: This business of trying to predict just what will top the record charts from week to week is probably one of the most thankless and frustrating tasks facing anyone. Especially those who make their living through selling pop. … Continued
Sleeve Notes: The romance of Hawaii, land of waving palm trees and dusky grass-skirted maidens, comes vividly to life through the music of the island as played by the Pacific Serenaders. For these musicians have put on one album some … Continued
The bodywork on this cover is gorgeous and deserves attention. If you want to learn more about this sleek bodywork check out this fascinating link. Label: MFP 1426 1970 1970s Covers Hot Hits Collection
Sleeve Notes: Here comes No. 9 in the series of “Top of the Pops”. There are a few “Greats” like Sinatra or the Rolling Stones who can successfully repeat a winning style; but the great majority of songs in the … Continued
Side One: 1. Gentle On My Mind – Glen Campbell2. The Price I Pay To Stay – Jeannie C Riley3. Sixteen Tons – Tennessee Ernie Ford4. Orange Blossom Special – The Buckaroos5. Since I Met You, Baby – Sonny James6. … Continued
Sleeve Notes: As old precepts and concepts about music come tumblin’ down as in the days when Joshua was doing his thing, a whole new spectrum of musical integration seems to be emerging from the dogmatic rubble. Take jazz, as … Continued
Sleeve notes: The Music of Herb Alpert – Simple, Melodious, Infectious People like music that’s fun. They want something to sing in the shower and whistle on the street. Herb Alpert is the man who gave it to them by … Continued
