Bradley Gillis – Santa Claus is Rockin’
Oldies Songs A Festive Fusion of Holiday Cheer and Rock ‘n’ Roll Energy “Santa Claus is Rockin'”, a high-spirited and electrifying track by the relatively lesser-known artist Bradley Gillis, injects a shot…
Vince Gill – Go Rest High On That Mountain
A Tender Farewell and an Enduring Anthem of Grief and Hope “Go Rest High On That Mountain”, a deeply personal and profoundly moving ballad written and performed by the celebrated…
Gary Puckett & The Union Gap – Young Girl
A Contested Ballad of Youthful Allure and Moral Ambiguity “Young Girl”, a song that propelled Gary Puckett & The Union Gap to the top of the charts, reaching number two…
Linda Ronstadt – Keep Me From Blowing Away
A Soulful Plea for Grounding Amidst Life’s Uncertain Winds “Keep Me From Blowing Away”, a deeply poignant and emotionally resonant track from Linda Ronstadt’s acclaimed 1973 album “Don’t Cry Now”,…
David Cassidy – Cherish
A Tenderhearted Plea for the Quiet Strength of Unassuming Love “Cherish”, a gentle and sincere ballad that became a signature hit for the teen idol David Cassidy in 1972, resonated…
Daryl Hall & John Oates – Sara Smile
A Soulful Serenade of Vulnerability and Enduring Affection “Sara Smile”, a tender and deeply personal ballad from the acclaimed duo Daryl Hall & John Oates, graced the airwaves in 1975,…
Judas Priest – Hell Bent for Leather
A Roaring Anthem of Rebellion and Unfettered Freedom on the Highway of Heavy Metal “Hell Bent for Leather”, the thunderous title track from Judas Priest’s influential 1978 album of the…
Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris & Linda Ronstadt – Rosewood Casket
A Hauntingly Beautiful Ballad of Loss and the Enduring Bonds of Family “Rosewood Casket”, a deeply moving and traditionally tinged ballad, found a powerful rendition on the landmark 1987 album…
Carly Simon – Why
A Soulful Inquiry into Lingering Love and Unanswered Questions “Why”, a deeply introspective and emotionally resonant ballad by the gifted singer-songwriter Carly Simon, graced the airwaves in 1982 as the…
The Partridge Family – Point Me in the Direction of Albuquerque
A Sunshine-Pop Plea for Guidance Amidst Heartbreak’s Detour “Point Me in the Direction of Albuquerque”, a bright and breezy offering from the beloved television family band The Partridge Family, charted…