Brian Eno: Spider and I
One of his loveliest songs, from the 1977 album Before and After Science.
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Ben E King: Don’t Play That Song (You Lied)
With more than a passing resemblance to Stand By Me (1961), this was written by Ahmet Ertegun and King’s wife Betty Nelson. It was the title track on his third album Don’t Play … Continue readingBen E King: Don’t Play That Song (You Lied)
Israel ‘IZ’ Kamakawiwo’ole: Over The Rainbow
We started this Rainbow seasonette with a John Martyn version; to finish it here’s a Hawaiian legend’s take on the song.
Slapp Happy: Mr Rainbow
From their brilliant 1974 album Casablanca Moon. And here’s an alternative version with Anthony Moore more to the fore.
Cliff Richard and the Shadows: Theme For a Dream
This was written by Mort Garson and Earl Shuman. It was recorded on January 28, 1961 and released the next month, on February 24. The rather cheesy chorus is performed … Continue readingCliff Richard and the Shadows: Theme For a Dream
Rolling Stones: She’s a Rainbow
Live version from 2017, half a century after it appeared on Their Satanic Majesties Request.
The glorious golden galleon
IN the early 1990s we were living in Barnmead Road, an enclave of Victorian houses in Beckenham, Kent. It had a strong community spirit and retained its original features to … Continue readingThe glorious golden galleon
Terry Riley & Friends: A Rainbow in Curved Air
Fascinating live performance in Amsterdam of the minimalist classic. The music starts at the four-minute mark.
Kermit the Frog: Rainbow Connection
Always room for a Muppet on this website.
The Police: Every Breath You Take
I know everyone calls this the stalker’s anthem, but I think it is a good tune and performance. It was written by Gordon Sumner, aka Sting, for the 1983 Police … Continue readingThe Police: Every Breath You Take