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Music Review: Marion James – Northside Soul
A new album from an old rhythm & blues master.
Read More »The Four Seasons Were Number One 50 Years Ago This Week
Bob Gaudio's favorite girl was number one a half century ago.
Read More »Little Eva Ruled the Music World 50 Years Ago
Little Eva found a babysitting job with perks 50 years ago.
Read More »Neil Sedaka Was Number One 50 Years Ago
"Comma comma, down-doo-be-doo-down down!"
Read More »Music Review: The Electric Prunes – The Complete Reprise Singles
The Electric Prunes were raw, gritty, and an important link in the American psychedelic rock chain.
Read More »Ray Charles’ Biggest Hit Topped The Charts 50 Years Ago This Week
Ray Charles reached number one with his interpretation of an old Don Gibson country tune.
Read More »Elvis Was King Of The Charts 50 Years Ago This Week
Elvis' first single release of 1962 proved to be a good luck charm by reaching the top of the charts.
Read More »Music Review: Blood, Sweat & Tears – Blood, Sweat & Tears
Al Kooper left Blood, Sweat & Tears and four million albums sold later, they were stars.
Read More »Ray Charles Was Number One 50 Years Ago This Week
Ray Charles hit the road and ended up at number one fifty years ago this week.
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