“A Sign of the Times” (Petula Clark)
We’re kicking off a week of classic songs by female artists with Petula Clark’s 1966 hit, “A Sign of the Times.” Released in March of that year on Pye Records (in the UK) and Warner Bros. Records (in the U.S.),…
Classic Song of the Day
Classic rock, pop, and soul songs from the '60s, '70s, and '80s
Classic Song of the Day
Classic rock, pop, and soul songs from the '60s, '70s, and '80s
Michael Miller
“Brand New Me” (Dusty Springfield/Jerry Butler)
Today’s classic song of the day was a minor hit for both Dusty Springfield and Jerry Butler. The song is “Brand New Me” and it was written by Mr. Butler along with Philly Soul legends Kenny Gamble and Thom Bell.…
“Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)” (Peter Sarstedt)
Today’s classic song of the day is a rather odd and somewhat obscure one. The song is “Where Do You Go To (My Lovely)” and it was written, recorded, and released by Peter Sarstedt in January of 1969. It only…
“Don’t Expect Me to Be Your Friend” (Lobo)
Today’s classic song of the day is from that artist known as Lobo (real name: Kent LaVoie). The song, released in June of 1972 (then reissued in December of that year), is “Don’t Expect Me to Be Your Friend.” This…
“I Love a Rainy Night” (Eddie Rabbitt)
Responding to a reader request to feature some Eddie Rabbitt, today’s classic song of the day is his 1980 crossover hit, “I Love a Rainy Night.” Released in November of 1980, it peaked early the following year at #1 on…
“Have I the Right?” (The Honeycombs)
Today’s classic song of the day is one you hear a lot on oldies radio but comes from a somewhat obscure one-hit wonder group. The song is “Have I the Right?” and the group is the Honeycombs. “Have I the…