The Impressions, ‘Ain’t Got Time’ ad via Cash Box February 20, 1971 After Curtis Mayfield departed The Impressions for a solo career in 1970 he continued to work for and promote the band. Here we have an ad for The … Continue reading
Category Archives: 70s Music
Benny Bell, ‘Shaving Cream’ ad via Cash Box March 08, 1975 Benny Bell wrote the novelty number “Shaving Cream” and issued it as a single on his own label in 1946. The singer, as far as I can gather as … Continue reading
Melanie, ‘Bitter Bad’ ad via Billboard April 07, 1973 Melanie’s “Bitter Bad” released in early 1973 and made its way to #36 on the US Hot 100. The song was written by Melanie and produced by Peter Schekeryk. As far … Continue reading
50-Years-Ago This Week: Aretha Franklin, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’ ad via Record World, April 10, 1971 Aretha Franklin’s version of Simon and Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water” appeared on two of her 1971 LPs; Live At Fillmore West and Aretha’s … Continue reading
Michael Nesmith & The First National Band, ‘Nevada Fighter’ ad via Record World April 10, 1971 50-years-ago this week, Michael Nesmith & The First National Band’s “Nevada Fighter” single was released as a teaser for the album of the same … Continue reading
Here’s a great find that just may make your day. George Clinton and Funkadelic costumed up and in super-psychedelic mode dancing across New York City in 1973. The band are performing “Cosmic Slop” from the album of the same name. … Continue reading