Flowers on the Wall – 1965 The Statler Brothers
quantriweb2023 “Flowers on the Wall,” released in 1965, is a defining song for the American country music group, The Statler Brothers. Despite their name, only two members (Don and Harold Reid)…
Oldies Music
Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On – 1957 Jerry Lee Lewis
“Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” released in 1957, is a defining track in rock and roll history, propelled to fame by the untamed energy of Jerry Lee Lewis. Known as…
There Goes My Baby – 1959 The Drifters
“There Goes My Baby,” released in 1959 by The Drifters, stands as a pivotal moment in the evolution of R&B and soul music. The Drifters, a constantly evolving group with…
Desperados Waiting for a Train – 1985 The Highwaymen
“Desperados Waiting for a Train,” a poignant ballad of mentorship and the passage of time, was memorably covered by The Highwaymen in 1985. This supergroup, comprised of country music legends…
Johnny Angel – 1962 Shelley Fabares
“Johnny Angel,” released in 1962, catapulted teen idol Shelley Fabares from television stardom to pop music sensation. Already known for her role as Mary Stone on the popular sitcom *The…
Roll Over Beethoven – 1956 Chuck Berry
Chuck Berry’s electrifying “Roll Over Beethoven,” released in 1956, stands as a cornerstone of rock and roll, encapsulating the genre’s youthful rebellion and foreshadowing its seismic cultural impact. Berry, a…
Remember (Walking in the Sand) – 1964 The Shangri Las
“Remember (Walking in the Sand)” stands as a defining track for The Shangri-Las, solidifying their place in the girl group pantheon of the 1960s. Released in 1964, the song showcases…
Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone – 1970 Charley Pride
Charley Pride’s 1970 hit, “Is Anybody Goin’ to San Antone,” stands as a quintessential example of the country music crossover success he achieved throughout his career. Born in 1934, Pride…
Stumblin’ In – 1978 Chris Norman & Suzi Quatro
“Stumblin’ In,” released in 1978, is a timeless duet by Chris Norman and Suzi Quatro, a song that perfectly encapsulates the giddy excitement and vulnerability of burgeoning love. Chris Norman,…
Desperados Waiting for a Train – 1985 The Highwaymen
“Desperados Waiting for a Train” isn’t a Highwaymen original; it’s a Guy Clark classic, beautifully resurrected by the country supergroup in 1985 on their debut album, *Highwayman*. The Highwaymen, a…