“Funk #49” (James Gang)
Today’s classic song of the day is a heavy-duty rocker from the James Gang, “Funk #49.” This one appeared on their 1970 album, James Gang Rides Again and, released as a single, rose all the way to #59 on the…
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
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“Baba O’Riley” (The Who)
Today’s classic song of the day is a legendary rocker by the Who. Released as the lead track on the group’s 1971 album, Who’s Next, “Baba O’Riley” is famous for its repeating staccato synthesizer-like backing and the lyrics, “It’s only…
“Them Changes” (Buddy Miles)
Yesterday’s classic song of the day, “Get Ready,” as performed by the group Rare Earth, featured a singing drummer. So does today’s. The song we’re featuring today is one that doesn’t get a lot of play on oldies or classic…
“Get Ready” (The Temptations/Rare Earth)
Today’s classic song of the day is “Get Ready,” a hit for two different Motown groups. It was initially a hit for the Temptations in 1966, then it was a hit again in 1970 by Rare Earth. “Get Ready” was…
“Beautiful Sunday” (Daniel Boone)
Today’s classic song of the day for a beautiful Sunday morning is “Beautiful Sunday” by a British singer named Daniel Boone. Released in February of 1972, this sunny little single peaked at #15 on the Billboard Hot 100, #16 on…
“Good Time Charlie’s Got the Blues” (Danny O’Keefe)
Today’s classic song of the day is a one-hit wonder by folk singer Danny O’Keefe. The song is “Good Time Charlie’s Got the Blues” and it peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100, #10 on the Cash Box Top…