There’s something about these old songs which is sorely missing in today’s world. Written by Clyde Otis, and performed by Dinah Washington, the song has…
Tag: 60s
23/10/2018: “It’s Raining Today” by Scott Walker
Scott Walker’s career is impressive. He’s been at it for decades, and gone though a range of increasing experimental styles; and what’s more, he’s done…
19/10/2018: “Lay Lady Lay” by Bob Dylan
Bob Dylan wrote all sort of songs, from political protest songs to statements on life and death. But of course, he wrote some excellent love…
16/10/2018: “I Am A Rock” by Simon & Garfunkel
I’ve never really got on with Simon & Garfunkel’s brand of high pitched harmony singing. I like the Beach Boys and a lot of Reggae,…
16/09/2018: “Strawberry Fields Forever” by The Beatles
I’ve covered the song “Yesterday” by The Beatles, and said it came at a point where the band transitioned from being some noisy rockers to…
15/09/2018: “I Get Around” by The Beach Boys
I wasn’t around in the early 60s in California, but when I listen to this, I’m right there cruising in a Chevy along the beachfront!…
12/09/2018: “Good Times Bad Times” by Led Zeppelin
Led Zeppelin cover a range of styles within the boundaries of rock music. From prog rock epics such as “Stairway To Heaven”, funk tinged songs like “Trampled…
18/08/2018: “I Say A Little Prayer” by Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, sadly passed away on Thursday the 16th of August 2018. She had a fantastic voice, and a long career…
15/08/2018: “Friday On My Mind” by The Easybeats
“Friday On My Mind” has been covered many times by artists such as The Shadows, Gary Moore, Bruce Springsteen, Blue Oyster Cult, and David Bowie….
12/08/2018: “Mother’s Little Helper” by The Rolling Stones
The Rolling Stones could get quite dark sometimes. I’ve already done the song “Play With Fire”, which isn’t particularly cheerful, and will probably do “Paint…