Young Love
This was written by Ric Cartey and Carole Joyner, and first recorded by Cartey with the Jiva-Tones in 1956. In 1957 three versions were released more or less simultaneously. The … Continue readingYoung Love
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Dave Sinclair: Sad Eyes
From the former Hatfielder’s 2010 solo album Stream, with guest vocals by Robert Wyatt.
Rory Gallagher: Calling Card
I only recently acquired Rory’s BBC Sessions double CD and wish I’d done it earlier.
Frankie Ford: Sea Cruise
This was written by Huey ‘Piano’ Smith. He recorded it with his group, Huey ‘Piano’ Smith and His Clowns in 1958, but it was not released until 1971 on the … Continue readingFrankie Ford: Sea Cruise
Ace: How Long?
One of my first rock interviews was with Ace bassist Tex Comer, the reason being that he was from Burnley. And a very nice chap he was too.
Smog: River Guard
Wistful song by Bill Callahan about a prison officer taking inmates for a swim. From the 1999 album Knock Knock.
Frank Zappa: Inca Roads
From the magnificent You Can’t Do That On Stage Vol 2; the Helsinki concert. The oft-performed Inca Roads is a firm fan favourite.
Crosby, Stills and Nash: Marrakesh Express
This was written by Graham Nash when he was a member of the Hollies, but it was rejected as not commercial enough. Here is a clip of the group trying … Continue readingCrosby, Stills and Nash: Marrakesh Express
The Who: I’m Free
I remember when this came out as a single in 1969, a Radio One breakfast DJ, probably Noel Edmonds, introduced it by saying: ‘Here’s little Roger Daltrey from The Who. … Continue readingThe Who: I’m Free
Dolly Parton: Cracker Jack
Good song, just not quite sentimental enough for me. Love the barnet.