It’s well known that the Beach Boys – and “Pet Sounds” in particular – spurred the Beatles on in their rivalry, pushing their ambitions until eventually they made “Sgt. Peppers”. It’s fascinating to know that such a landmark album can be traced back to another fantastic 60’s record. There are a lot of songs hereContinue reading ““Pet Sounds” (Beach Boys) – Every Song Ranked”
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1966: The Year In Music
1966 – Large-scale anti-Vietnam protests take place across the United States. Ronald Reagan is elected Governor of California. The Jimi Hendrix Experience play their first sets. Soviet Luna 9 makes the first soft landing on the moon. And some amazing songs were released! I’ll be looking at the popular and highest-rated songs of the year,Continue reading “1966: The Year In Music”
1964: The Year In Music
1964 – The Beatles appear on the Ed Sullivan Show, drawing in 73.7 million viewers. Cassius Clay changes his name to Muhammad Ali. Lyndon B. Johnson signs the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act into law. And, crucially for this post today, some cracking tunes were released. I’ll be looking at the popular andContinue reading “1964: The Year In Music”
1963: The Year In Music
1963 – MLK delivers his famous “I have a dream” speech. JFK is assassinated. The Beatles release their first album. The Rolling Stones sign for Decca Records. All in all, quite a tumultuous year in history! Same deal as always – I’ll be looking at the popular and highest-rated songs / albums for 1963, givingContinue reading “1963: The Year In Music”
“Tonight” Songs Ranked
I don’t think this album would be particularly high on anybody’s rankings, but I’ve always had a kind of soft spot for it. Those who hated the mainstream appeal of “Let’s Dance” were disappointed even further by “Tonight”, but I can’t help but love some of the groovy tracks on it. How would I rankContinue reading ““Tonight” Songs Ranked”
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