Don’t Be Cruel – 1956
quantriweb2023 “Don’t Be Cruel,” a rock and roll classic released in 1956, solidified Elvis Presley’s reign as the King of Rock and Roll. Presley, born in Tupelo, Mississippi, rose to fame…
Big Bad John – 1961
“Big Bad John” is a country and western novelty song released in 1961 by the American singer, television host, and actor Jimmy Dean. Dean, a Texas native, was a prominent…
More Than I Can Say – 1961
“More Than I Can Say,” released in 1961, is a quintessential pop ballad delivered with heartfelt sincerity by Bobby Vee. Born Robert Thomas Velline in Fargo, North Dakota, Bobby Vee…
All 14 minutes of Taxi & Sequel
Harry Chapin was a storytelling singer-songwriter, a chronicler of the human condition known for his poignant and often lengthy narratives set to music. Active primarily in the 1970s, Chapin distinguished…
Heartbreak Hotel – 1956
“Heartbreak Hotel,” released in January 1956, isn’t just a song; it’s a cultural cornerstone marking the explosive arrival of Elvis Presley. Before Elvis, rock and roll was a simmering undercurrent;…
I’ll Never Find Another You – 1965
“I’ll Never Find Another You,” released in 1965, remains one of the most iconic and beloved songs by the Australian folk-pop quartet, The Seekers. The Seekers, consisting of Judith Durham,…
Engelbert Humperdinck meets Tom Jones! (1969)
While a song titled “Engelbert Humperdinck meets Tom Jones! (1969)” doesn’t exist as an official release by Engelbert Humperdinck (or anyone else, for that matter), we can discuss Engelbert Humperdinck’s…
Quando, Quando, Quando – 1968
“Quando, Quando, Quando,” meaning “When, When, When,” is an enduringly popular Italian song popularized globally by Engelbert Humperdinck in 1968. Engelbert Humperdinck, born Arnold George Dorsey, is a British pop…
Jailhouse Rock – 1957
“Jailhouse Rock,” a quintessential rock and roll anthem, cemented Elvis Presley’s position as a cultural icon in 1957. Presley, the “King of Rock and Roll,” was already a phenomenon by…
Thank God I’m a Country Boy – 1975
John Denver, a name synonymous with wholesome Americana and soaring melodies, gifted the world with “Thank God I’m a Country Boy” in 1975. Denver, born Henry John Deutschendorf Jr., wasn’t…