Poldo's Music Trivia II

OK, boys and girls, back to the 60s: Teddy Randazzo and Bobby Weinstein penned this poignant 1964 R&B/Soul ballad for Little Anthony and The Imperials, with whom they frequently collaborated. Their recording peaked at #6 on Billboard's Hot 100 and at #8 on Cash Box. A tale of obsession and longing. Intense heartache and unrequited love for someone who does not return his affection. Frankie Valli and The Four Seaons' 1967 medley with "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" was a massive hit for them and became a staple of their live shows. Covered by The Zombies in 1968. Song? Answer: "Goin' Out of My Head" by Little Anthony and The Imperials. The late great Teddy Randazzo also gave us "It's Gonna Take a Miracle", "Hurt so Bad", "Runaround" and his own "One More Chance", among many others. He left us in 2003 at the age of 68. Little Anthony is 85 and he still fronts his group as the only original member...

OK, girls and boys, more 60s one-hit wonders: This Shelley Pinz composition was recorded by an Ohio band in 1967, reaching #1 on Billboard in early '68 and earning them a Gold Record. A street musician is begging for $. It features electric sitar as well as heavy "psychedelic" tape echo at the end of each chorus and, at the end of the tune, fading into a drumroll. Covered by Lawrence Welk (!), it also charted on Easy Listening. Band? Song? Answer: "Green Tambourine" by The Lemon Pipers. "Psychedelic bubblegum" at its best. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5Vz-z4PEkk&list=RDS5Vz-z4PEkk&start_radio=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZZnCZRgz27s&list=RDZZnCZRgz27s&start_radio=1

OK, girls and boys, back to The British Invasion: Longtime Petula Clark collaborator Tony Hatch penned this classic 1965/66 romantic pop tune while on an airplane from London to L.A. It speaks of the overwhelming joy and durability of an amorous connection. The British songbird did not like it at first, calling it "ordinary". Warner Brothers Records' A&R director Joe smith finally convinced her to record it and release it. She was accompanied by The Wrecking Crew. It became a massive international hit for her, topping the U.S. charts and earning Certified Gold. Florence Henderson serenaded Tiny Tim and Miss Vicky with it during their 1969 nuptials on The Tonight Show. Song? Answer: "My Love" by Petula Clark. "The First Lady of The British Invasion". I could listen to her beautiful voice all day. She is 93 years-old. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFXZIXMB5r4&list=RDpFXZIXMB5r4&start_radio=1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ypcn-...

OK, girls and boys, back to the 50s: Originally titled "Moonbeam", this classic 1953 Johnny Richards/Carolyn Leigh pop ballad was first recorded by Frank Sinatra. It became an instant million-seller. At the time, Sinatra was filming a movie with Doris Day. Following the success of the song, the movie was renamed with its new title, playing at the beginning and at the end. An anthem to enduring optimism - keeping a vernal and curious mindset brings all good things to life, regardless of age. Song? Answer: "Young at Heart" by Frank sinatra. Great tune by The Chairman of The Board! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZRn4auk4PQ&list=RDaZRn4auk4PQ&start_radio=1

OK, girls and boys, more Mop-Tops: Sir Paul wrote this pop-rock Beatles classic while living with Jane Asher at her family's home in London. It alludes to their sometimes turbulent relationship. He recalls the last evening spent with his lover prior to her departure. Recorded in two takes and was part of the "Help!" soundtrack. With John on the Hohner Pianet, it is the first Beatles tune to feature electric piano. Ringo fills in on maracas, another first. It prominently features Paul and George on dual lead guitar solos - George on his Gretsch Tennessean and Paul on his brand-new Epiphone Casino. The "minor drops" and the quick unison bends evoke the "And Your Bird Can Sing" guitar work. Song? Answer: "The Night Before" by The Beatles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PAdJ1wQzaY8&list=RDPAdJ1wQzaY8&start_radio=1

OK, girls and boys, more 60s one-hit wonders (a toughie!): This San Antonio-based dual-lead guitar Southern rock band took its name from a fictitious childhood game in "Brave New World". Their only hit came in April, 1969, peaking at #14 on Billboard. The title stems from a misheard line during an episode of "The Beverly Hillbillies". Group? Song? Answer: "Hot Smoke and Sassafras" by Bubble Puppy. "This song was inspired by an episode of the TV show The Beverly Hillbillies where Granny said, 'Hot smoke and sassafras, Jethro, can't you do anything right?' The group liked the phrase and wrote the song around it as an ode to meditating while smoking marijuana." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Xgl8gSbbv8&list=RD3Xgl8gSbbv8&start_radio=1