Classic 70s Music Ads: Wings, ‘Mary Had A Little Lamb’ (1972)

Wings, ‘Mary Had A Little Lamb’ ad via Billboard, June 10, 1972 Paul McCartney and Wings released their version of the fairy tale sing-a-long “Mary Had A Little Lamb” in early summer of 1972. This non-LP single arrived in the … Continue reading

Music For Monday: New York Dolls, ‘Showdown’ (Live, 1974)

New York Dolls’ cover of Archie Bell’s “(There’s Gonna Be A) Showdown” was released as a B-side to “Puss ‘N’ Boots” in 1974 and appeared on the band’s second LP Too Much Too Soon. Here’s the famed, thrashy rebels performing … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Brighter Side Of Darkness, ‘Love Jones’ (1972)

Chicago’s Brighter Side of Darkness released their “Love Jones” single in late 1972 and by February, 1973 it had reached #16 on the US Hot 100 and been certified Gold. The tune was written by young band members Ralph Eskridge … Continue reading