Don’t Wanna Fall in Love on the Radio Dial
Here’s what made Jane Child’s “Don’t Wanna Fall in Love” such a striking radio hit: a cool-headed hook, a sleek…
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Barry Manilow on the Dial
Barry Manilow made sentiment sound spectacular.
Why I.G.Y. Still Glows
Why does “I.G.Y.” still sound like tomorrow? Donald Fagen’s sleek 1982 gem blends studio perfection, sly humour and space-age optimism…
Let’s Stay Together on Channel 7
Why we still play this is simple: Al Green’s records do more than bring back memories — they change the…
Still Ready to Dance?
Why does “Dance with Me” still light up classic hits radio decades later? Because Orleans turned a simple invitation into…
Danger Zone? That Is Only the Beginning
Why does Kenny Loggins still sound so good on classic hits radio? Because few artists could move from heartfelt songwriting…
Georgy Porgy on the Turntable
Here’s what made Toto’s “Georgy Porgy” such a quietly irresistible hit: world-class session players, a velvet-smooth groove, and just enough…
Linda Ronstadt lit up every room she sang in
Few artists could make a radio speaker feel this alive. Linda Ronstadt’s catalogue still delivers pure emotion and bright, unforgettable…
Loud, Proud, Unstoppable
Some bands sound like they were born to blast out of a car radio, and Grand Funk Railroad are high…
Top 10 Classic Songs This Week
- 1. The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face – Roberta Flack
- 2. A Horse With No Name – America
- 3. Rockin' Robin – Michael Jackson
- 4. I Gotcha – Joe Tex
- 5. Heart of Gold – Neil Young
- 6. Puppy Love – Donny Osmond
- 7. Doctor My Eyes – Jackson Browne
- 8. Betcha by Golly, Wow – The Stylistics
- 9. Look What You Done for Me – Al Green
- 10. Baby Blue – Badfinger
Today in Music History
April 23
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1964
#1 Hit Hello, Dolly! tops the US chart
Louis Armstrong reached number one in the US with "Hello, Dolly!", ending the Beatles' long run at the top.
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1968
Birthday Taj Mahal born in Harlem
American blues and roots musician Taj Mahal was born Henry Saint Clair Fredericks in New York City.
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1976
Release Ramones debut album released
The Ramones released their self-titled debut album, a landmark record in the development of punk rock.
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1977
#1 Hit ABBA begin UK chart run with Fernando
ABBA started a four-week run at number one in the UK with the ballad "Fernando".
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1983
#1 Hit Beat It reaches US number one
Michael Jackson's "Beat It" hit number one on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming a major crossover smash.
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1988
#1 Hit Where Do Broken Hearts Go tops US
Whitney Houston's "Where Do Broken Hearts Go" reached number one in the US, her seventh straight chart-topper.
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1994
In Memoriam Richard Nixon dies
Former US President Richard Nixon died; his name lived on in music history through references in songs by many artists.
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1995
Milestone Oasis top UK chart with Some Might Say
Oasis scored their first UK number one single with "Some Might Say" on the singles chart.
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1996
Release New Adventures in Hi-Fi released
R.E.M. released "New Adventures in Hi-Fi" in Europe on April 23, ahead of its US release the next day.
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2002
Release The Rising released by Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen released "The Rising", his first studio album with the E Street Band in 18 years.
Retro Living
Doctor Who: The 1963 Sci-Fi Show That Never Regenerated Out of Style
Here’s what made Doctor Who more than just a science-fiction series: a bold idea, a shoestring sense of wonder, and…
Still a Thrill After All These Years?
Here’s what made The Man from U.N.C.L.E. such an irresistible watch: star power, sly humour, sleek spy style and a…
Dial Set to Adventure: The Time Tunnel on the Late-Night Screen
The studio lights glow, the monitors flicker, and a giant spiral of colour opens across the screen. The Time Tunnel…
Dive Deep — Why Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea Still Delights
The night those warning lights began flashing across the Seaview control room, television audiences knew they were in for another…
How Music Moved Into Our Lives
Why does old-school music style still feel so irresistible? Because even in the age of streaming, we still crave the…
Static, Stars, Action
The biggest sci-fi classics get the applause, but these 1960s American shows still know how to light up a screen.
Classic Gold Trivia
Today's spotlight year: 1966
Which Beatles album, released in 1966, is often seen as a major step forward in studio experimentation?
Revolver. It was released in 1966 and featured songs such as "Eleanor Rigby," "Yellow Submarine," and "Tomorrow Never Knows."
Which science-fiction television series created by Gene Roddenberry premiered in 1966?
Star Trek. The original series debuted in 1966 and introduced the starship Enterprise, Captain James T. Kirk, and Mr. Spock to television audiences.
Which film won the Academy Award for Best Picture at the 1966 Oscars?
The Sound of Music. It won Best Picture at the Academy Awards ceremony held in 1966.
Which major international football tournament was hosted and won by England in 1966?
The FIFA World Cup. England won the 1966 tournament by defeating West Germany 4–2 after extra time in the final at Wembley.
Which famous fashion figure became the face of the "Swinging London" style in 1966?
Twiggy. In 1966, the young British model became an international symbol of the era's mod fashion look.
