I'm sure most of us remember the Chiffons, a girl group that had some big hits in the 1960s, including several that featured 'fine' in the title. Among them were "One Fine Day," "A Love So Fine," and the 1963 chart-topper, "He's So Fine," which was the group's biggest hit -- but would later be … Continue reading A FINE Mess – The Chiffons VS George Harrison
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Don’t Forget Tommy Sands
When I first thought about featuring actor/singer Tommy Sands on the ol' GMC, I almost moved on to another subject because I was sure I had already covered the former teen idol. But apparently not, according to the handy dandy 'search' feature (which is much more reliable than my memory), so here we go. One … Continue reading Don’t Forget Tommy Sands
Butter And Other Oleaginous Stuff
I could hardly believe my eyes when I read that a new movie starring Hugh Jackman and Jennifer Garner is titled Butter, and its plot revolves around people in the field of competitive butter-carving. I was immediately reminded that about two years ago the GMC featured a piece we called Everything's Better With Butter, complete … Continue reading Butter And Other Oleaginous Stuff
Frankie Lymon Inspired Michael Jackson
Although he died more than four decades ago, Frankie Lymon's name is still familiar to many music fans. But they might not realize how much Lymon inspired later R&B musicians, including many who became part of the Motown revolution -- among them Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five, whose style was very similar. Lymon's life … Continue reading Frankie Lymon Inspired Michael Jackson
Lucky Strike Sweetheart Dorothy Collins
Those who remember Your Hit Parade from 1950s TV will also recall that it featured an ensemble cast, but there's little doubt that the heart and soul of the show was Dorothy Collins. In addition to being the spokesperson for sponsor Lucky Strike cigarettes, she was front and center on many of the best songs, … Continue reading Lucky Strike Sweetheart Dorothy Collins
Tim Hardin Traded Songs With Bobby Darin
The career of folk singer/songwriter Tim Hardin came to a tragic end when he died in 1980, but his story is still a fascinating one. The composer of a number of familiar songs, he was also a soulful singer whose best-selling record was of a song written by someone else -- Bobby Darin. But that … Continue reading Tim Hardin Traded Songs With Bobby Darin
Again With The Signs?
Okay, I confess that posting this slideshow with pictures of funny signs is just a sort of continuation of what I featured a few weeks ago, but I'm a little under the weather today so cut me some slack. Besides, they're funny! (As I've said before, if the slideshow is going too fast you can … Continue reading Again With The Signs?
Ohio’s Official Rock Song Had Hoosier Roots
Although a lot of states have official songs, Ohio might be the only one to have an official 'rock' song. In 1985, the Ohio General Assembly gave that designation to "Hang on Sloopy," the familiar 1960s hit by the McCoys, described as a Dayton group at the time. The only problem was that the McCoys … Continue reading Ohio’s Official Rock Song Had Hoosier Roots
Dick Clark – It All Began With American Bandstand
A little honesty is called for here. Whenever a familiar name from the musical world dies, if it's someone that I've written about before then I often repost the previous piece, with an introduction explaining why I'm doing so. But it's not quite that simple with Dick Clark, who died recently. He wasn't a musical … Continue reading Dick Clark – It All Began With American Bandstand
Sal Mineo Also Had A Musical Side
Sal Mineo isn't the first name that comes to mind when I'm thinking musical thoughts, but even though he was primarily an actor he did sell some records as a singer. He also starred in a movie about jazz drummer Gene Krupa, but his musical side was only one aspect of the fascinating story of … Continue reading Sal Mineo Also Had A Musical Side
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