Achingly Beautiful: Earl Thomas Conley’s “Holding Her and Loving You”
phil About the Song Earl Thomas Conley, the baritone balladeer with the soulful voice, was a master of capturing complex emotions…
Catchy and Exuberant: The Dave Clark Five’s “Glad All Over” (1963)
About the Song In the vibrant tapestry of the 1960s British Invasion, The Dave Clark Five emerged as a driving…
Catchy Simplicity and Enduring Charm: Manfred Mann’s “Doo Wah Diddy Diddy”
About the Song Manfred Mann’s 1964 hit, “Doo Wah Diddy Diddy,” is a prime example of how a simple song…
A Timeless Balm for the Soul: Leo Sayer’s “When I Need You”
About the Song Leo Sayer’s “When I Need You,” released in 1976, is one of those songs that seems to…
Groovin’ on a Feel-Good Vibe: The Doobie Brothers’ “Listen to the Music” (1972)
About the Song Ah, the 1970s. Bell bottoms, platform shoes, and a burgeoning era of rock and roll that was…
Walking with “Georgy Girl”: A Timeless Tale of Modern Womanhood
About the Song The year is 1967. The world is swaying to the vibrant tunes of the British Invasion, youth…
A Sweet Escape: Revisiting The Monkees’ “Daydream Believer”
About the Song Ah, the late 1960s. An era of change, of social and cultural upheaval. But amidst the storm,…
Falling in and out of Love: Exploring 10cc’s “I’m Not in Love”
About the Song 10cc’s “I’m Not in Love” is one of those timeless classics that seems to transcend generations. Released…
Timeless Longing: Carole King’s “So Far Away”
About the Song Carole King’s “So Far Away,” a poignant ballad from her iconic 1971 album Tapestry, is a song…
A Timeless Classic: Peter, Paul and Mary’s “The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face” (1965)
About the Song Peter, Paul and Mary, the iconic folk trio of the 1960s, were known for their beautiful harmonies,…