Music For Monday: Talking Heads, ‘Psycho Killer’ (Live ’78)

Talking Heads originally wrote “Psycho Killer” around 1974 and eventually recorded a version for their debut L.P., Talking Heads: 77. David Byrne and the band are well known for the tune, but the song barely scratched the top 100 upon … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Minnie Riperton, ‘Lovin’ You’ (1975)

Minnie Riperton’s “Lovin’ You,” from the L.P., Perfect Angel, was released as a single in January of 1975. By April it was #1 on Billboard’s “Hot 100” chart. This soulful tune with the incredible, high-pitched vocals was written by Riperton … Continue reading

Music For Monday: Gino Vannelli, ‘Powerful People’ (1975)

This song goes hand-in-hand with today’s Daily 70s Ad, so I couldn’t resist. It’s Gino Vannelli performing “Powerful People” on Soul Train in 1975. “Powerful People,’ from the L.P. of the same name, wasn’t a big hit, so you’re probably … Continue reading