... Talking of Sue & Sunny ... In 1971 the duo recorded a version of Lambert & Potter's "Freedom" for UK Deram. Can anyone tell me who cut the original version...
... Those never existed -- jumping straight through to "Part 5" was part of the joke of the original "Ambrose." Speaking of Ambrose, might anyone be able to...
Just a note to tell you that the blog has a new post which may interest you. Click on the link below: http://movementbureau.blogs.com/chameleon/ "The Real Four...
... Since most venues prohibit the use of recording devices I did not feel comfortable shooting the entire show (although I certainly considered making the...
Has anybody any news about how Johnny Otis is doing? It was his 86th birthday a few days ago, and I'm curious as to how he is doing health-wise. If anyone is...
How ya' doin'? Since Spectropop's own Alan O'Day's updated classic song "Rock and Roll Heaven" has been up on YouTube it's had over 150,000 views. We have ...
How ya'doin'? Sing to the tune of, "Rockin' Robin": They rock on computers all year long Hoppin' and a-boppin' to a sixties song All the cats and chicks...
Can anyone give any background information on Carol Friday? (She kind of reminds me of Melinda Marx.) Are her songs on any cds? I found 2 of her videos on...
... I ALWAYS feel blessed when Eddie Rambeau takes the time to post for us here! Of course, "SKIN DIVIN'" and "SUMMERTIME GUY" will always be on my personal ...
... Hi Brian, Could ya dig up a couple of ROBIN CLARK things to play, like "DADDY, DADDY, GOTTA GET A PHONE IN MY ROOM", "FOR YOUR SAKE", or "IT'S LOVE"! ...
Hi Spectropoppers, and a very Happy New Year to everyone. Does anyone know if there are any tapes available of Ronnie's cousion Elaine when she fronted The...
... A later member of the touring group was Hal Atkinson, who first recorded as a member of the Shy Guys from La Crosse, WI, included in my 1st book, "Do You...
Happy New Year, everyone! I haven't been able to keep up with the posts (again? Gee, Paul, what a surprise!) but the following caught my eye and I think is...
I saw the Christmas Shows album and thought I would send in a few shots I have from the shows. I threw in a couple of La La Brooks (Crystals) performing as a ...
... About 10 years ago I was in Sebastapol, California, where I picked up a half gallon jug of Johnny Otis' Organic Apple Juice, which was one of the products ...
I knew the "Otis girls" when we were teens but have not seen the family in decades. -- I do have a good friend who has continued to stay in touch with them. ...
... Hi Marva, I've uploaded a photo of Johnny Otis & the Otisettes to the latest additions album. I'd guess that it's of mid to late 60s vintage. Could you put...
Thank you, Wes, for those kind words. And please be aware that you can listen to any of the over 500 songs I've recorded throughout the years by going to: ...
Actually, as everybody knows, the 40 kilometers mentioned in the Four Preps' hit "26 Miles," really equals 24.8548 miles (or 24 miles and 1504.531 yards). And...
... Hi Mick, Unfortunately, I can't supply names (though the lady on the right does look very familiar). I have downloaded the photo and am emailing it to my...
... Hi again Mick, I emailed the photo to a few musician friends who played with various bands back in the day. --I heard back from guitarist Al Mckay (Ike &...
... Here is the little blurb on Carol Friday which I penned for the sleevenotes of recent RPM compilation 'Beat Chic' - volume 7 in the popular 'Dream Babes' ...
Spectropoppers: Some advance warning, my radio program, "Come To The Sunshine," returns to www.luxuriamusic.com with an all new episode (#31) on Monday,...
... http://launch.ph.groups.yahoo.com/group/spectropop/photos/browse/70fa Great photos, Jamie. Thanks for sharing. By any chance, do you have any of the other...
Thank you Michael Robson for the information on Carol Friday. "Beat Chic - Dream Babes Volume Seven" is one of the best reissue compilation compact discs of...
... My wife and I were privileged to attend Ronnie's Sunday show with Spectropoppers Mick Patrick and David Bell, who imported themselves for the occasion. It...