Teri Thornton, a talented but under-appreciated jazz vocalist who died more than a decade ago, had a career that was varied and unconventional to say the least. Although she's probably most remembered for her successful recording of "Somewhere in the Night," (the theme for the TV show Naked City) she went through a lot of … Continue reading The Many Faces Of Teri Thornton
Diamonds In The Rough – Part I
I guess I might be tooting my own horn, but today I'm introducing a new Special Feature that's sort of dependent on my opinion of myself -- or at least of my writing ability. Let me explain. I've been doing this for over 7 years and there are more than 1300 individual articles, and I … Continue reading Diamonds In The Rough – Part I
Danny Williams Was Known As Britain’s Johnny Mathis
Although he was actually born in South Africa, singer Danny Williams rose to popularity in the British Isles during the 1960s, becoming a beloved star who was sometimes called the British Johnny Mathis. Best remembered in the U.S. for his 1964 hit "White On White," he had already topped U.K. charts in 1961 with one … Continue reading Danny Williams Was Known As Britain’s Johnny Mathis
Billy & Lillie Rocked Dick Clark
Billy Ford was in his thirties and already a veteran of the music business as a trumpeter and singer when he teamed up with teenager Lillie Bryant in the late 1950s. He'd had a couple of underwhelming records of his own, but when he latched onto young Lillie it turned out to be a good … Continue reading Billy & Lillie Rocked Dick Clark
George Sanders Was A Crooner Too?
Most of us probably remember British actor George Sanders, who had a long, celebrated career and a colorful life that sadly ended with his suicide in 1972. But what you might not realize is that in addition to being an Oscar-winning actor who specialized in playing heels, he was also a writer, a composer, and … Continue reading George Sanders Was A Crooner Too?
Sathima Bea Benjamin – A Legendary Voice Stilled
I was sorry to hear of the recent death of Sathima Bea Benjamin, a South African who became a world-renowned jazz vocalist, composer, and activist during her lifetime. She was 76 when she died at her home in Cape Town. The singer was featured in a GMC album review back in 2008, and you can … Continue reading Sathima Bea Benjamin – A Legendary Voice Stilled
Anatomy Of A Song – A Geezer’s Lament
This edition of Anatomy Of A Song features a classic tune that hits the target in a couple of ways. First and most obvious, "September Song" names a month that is close by. But what makes it really perfect for the Geezer Music Club is that it's a song that was originally an old man's … Continue reading Anatomy Of A Song – A Geezer’s Lament
Do You Remember The Dream Weavers?
During the many years that Ed Sullivan hosted a TV variety show, he always made it a point to feature the newest and hottest musical stars. Even though I wasn't a big fan of his show during my teen years, it seemed to always be on at our house so I probably saw a number … Continue reading Do You Remember The Dream Weavers?
Country Catalyst – Aching To Sing
It's been over a month since our last Country Catalyst so I thought it was high time we had another. I'll remind everybody that a Country Catalyst is a post that features a classic country song that I hope will attract some appreciation from folks who have normally NOT been fans of the genre. Today's … Continue reading Country Catalyst – Aching To Sing
Fever Tree Sprouted During Psychedelic Era
I can't really lay claim to having much interest in the music of the Psychedelic age during its peak years. I was a young family man at that time and my musical tastes were decidedly different. But I have learned to appreciate some of it in the many years since, and I especially like learning … Continue reading Fever Tree Sprouted During Psychedelic Era
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