Today In Oldies 2/28/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....the people who made the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's, and the news they make! 

• A few weeks back in our Common Knowledge game we featured clips from artists who had done double duty as both host and musical guest on Saturday Night Live.  Add a new entry to that list on April 2nd!  
• Motown does the White House
• The "Big Man" discusses his health and tour rumors regarding Bruce Springsteen
• Bob Seger covers a Tom Waits classic as the first single from his new album......a song that Rod Stewart made a hit after Seger mentioned recording it 20 years ago
• Could one band reunite soon without one of its founding members?

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

ANSWERS TO PREVIOUS COMMON KNOWLEDGE GAMES:

Tuesday 2/15/2011: All clips were songs that appeared on movie soundtracks

Wednesday 2/16/2011: All clips featured artists from Detroit, Michigan

Thursday 2/17/2011: All clips featured artists who hosted prime time TV variety shows in the 60's and 70's

Monday 2/21/2011: All clips featured artists who both hosted and served as musical guests on Saturday Night Live

Tuesday 2/22/2011: All clips featured artists who performed at the Live Aid concerts in either London or Philadelphia

Wednesday 2/23/2011: All clips featured songs that hit #1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 AND Country charts

 

 

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Today (2/28) in 1977, which legend was attacked by an audience member who tried to strangle him with a rope?

Check back tomorrow at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Filming began today in 1964 on a movie called Eight Arms To Hold You.  Who were the stars of that movie, and what was the title under which it was eventually released? 

Answer: The movie, starring The Beatles, eventually became A Hard Day's Night

Today In Oldies 2/23/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....The 50's, The 60's, The 70's, The 80's.  The music we love, and news about the artists who made it!

• From The Beatles.......to ballet
• A British TV show is Monkee-ing around

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Filming began today in 1964 on a movie called Eight Arms To Hold You.  Who were the stars of that movie, and what was the title under which it was eventually released? 

Check back tomorrow at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

In 1979, one of the first major sponsorship deals involving a group's concert tour was signed.  Who was the advertiser, and who was the band?

Answer: The advertiser was Budweiser, who became a sponsor of Journey's '79 tour.   

Today In Oldies 2/22/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies....Shining the spotlight on the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's and the stars who made it! 

• Reunion fever strikes again!
• It's pledge drive time on your local PBS station!  Here's a sample of how rock & roll will be represented.
• Round 2 for Journey and Wal Mart

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

 

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

In 1979, one of the first major sponsorship deals involving a group's concert tour was signed.  Who was the advertiser, and who was the band?

Check back tomorrow at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which former Beatle starred in an X rated movie in 1969? 

Answer: Ringo Starr, in the film Candy

Today In Oldies 2/21/2011

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Everything Oldies......Where the news about the people who made the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's comes first!

• A longstanding chart record held by Elvis Presley has been broken
• Find out when you pick up The Cars' first new album in 24 years.....and see the first music video from it.....by clicking HERE
• Here's the story of how the half of the Lennon/McCartney team least likely to do socially conscious material was banned in the UK the first time he tried it
• Speaking of Sir Paul, here's a clip of a blistering 2009 performance of one of his Beatles classics
• How rich has Michael Jackson become since his death?

Common Knowledge
Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies






Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day
Which former Beatle starred in an X rated movie in 1969?
Check back tomorrow at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!
Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day
Which member of one of rock's biggest musical duos was a pallbearer at Buddy Holly's funeral in 1959?
Answer: Phil Everly of The Everly Brothers

Today In Oldies 2/17/2011

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Everything Oldies......50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's music news FIRST!! 

• A rock legend now has enough children to have his own reality TV show
• A Queen will soon return to her throne
• Did a dead man deliver a tour de force performance at Sunday's Grammys?
• Take a listen to a recently discovered Jim Morrison poem by clicking here 

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which member of one of rock's biggest musical duos was a pallbearer at Buddy Holly's funeral in 1959? 

Check back tomorrow at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

This week in 1972, John Lennon & Yoko Ono added "talk show hosts" to their resume when they filled in for a week on which show? 

Answer: The Mike Douglas Show

Today In Oldies 2/16/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....The 50's, The 60's, The 70's, and The 80's, the music that made 'em great, and the news about the folks who made the music!

• One of the great bands of the 70's and 80's discusses their reunion and new album
• Who wouldn't mind a cocktail or two to overcome her stage fright?
• The music of Ray Charles will be celebrated with yet another tribute album
• One of the biggest country crossover acts of the 60's and 70's is hangin' it up

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

This week in 1972, John Lennon & Yoko Ono added "talk show hosts" to their resume when they filled in for a week on which show? 

Check back tomorrow at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Who was the first Motown act to appear on American Bandstand?

Answer: Smokey Robinson & The Miracles

Today In Oldies 2/15/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies....The artists who made the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's are still making news.  Find it all here! 

• Half of rock's most famous vocal quartet will hit the road this spring
• Steven Tyler.....Rocker.  Talent Contest Judge.  Soon-To-Be-Published Author.
• A Motown legend will soon have his life played out on the silver screen
• An R&B star, 2011 Grammy nominee, and frontman of a successful 80's musical family has entered rehab 
• One star inducts another (posthumously) into a Hall of Fame
• Relations between Canada and India will inevitably be strained after a concert is cancelled

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Who was the first Motown act to appear on American Bandstand?

Check back Monday at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which member of a legendary American group was an uncredited co-writer on Joe Cocker's smash, "You Are So Beautiful"?

Answer: Dennis Wilson of The Beach Boys; Billy Preston was one of two credited co-writers

Today In Oldies 2/11/2011

Golden Hits Radio and GHR-2's Everything Oldies......where your favorite artists from the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's make news every day!

• One of rock's most influential (yet short-lived) groups catches reunion fever!
• Last week, Elton John had some harsh words for Billy Joel!  So how does Billy respond?
• She won't actually be on the show (yet), but one music legend stopped by to visit the set of Glee
• There's a fake version of the Guess Who running around, AND THEY MUST BE STOPPED!

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

ANSWERS TO THIS WEEK'S COMMON KNOWLEDGE

Monday (2/7/2011) - All 4 clips featured songs written by Bruce Springsteen

Tuesday (2/8/2011) - All 4 clips featured artists hailing from Canada

Thursday (2/10/2011) - All 4 clips featured music videos played during MTV's first day on the air on August 1, 1981

Friday (2/11/2011) - All 4 clips featured songs that later became TV show theme songs.  In order from top to bottom, the shows are: Bosom Buddies (ABC), Big Love (HBO), The Drew Carey Show (ABC), and The Golden Girls (NBC)

 

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

One of music's most famous alter egos made his first appearance onstage today (February 11) in 1972.  Who was the "original artist", and what was the name of his other identity? 

Check back Monday at Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which 1970 Grammy nominee for Best New Artist retired from music a few years later and became a real estate broker?

Answer: Oliver ("Jean", "Good Morning Starshine")

Today In Oldies 2/10/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies......celebrating the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's, with news about the people who made it!

• The list of Grammy performers expands to include a music icon
• The Beatles' first U.S. concert will be seen for the first time in 47 years soon
• Is Paul Simon still crazy after all these years?

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 3 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which 1970 Grammy nominee for Best New Artist retired from music a few years later and became a real estate broker?

Check back tomorrow @ Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!  

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which ABBA classic was chosen in 1974 to represent Sweden in the legendary Eurovision Song Contest?

Answer: "Waterloo"

Today In Oldies 2/9/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....celebrating a banner day in music history, and keeping you informed on the people who made the greatest hits of all time! 

• Sunday's Grammy telecast will feature a tribute to an ailing Queen
• One of the most successful bands of the 70's has a new album they hope will make you forget about their greatest hits (1974-78, that is)
• Yet another band whose success spans several decades has their albums getting the reissue treatment
• Steven Tyler's stint on American Idol has been good for business for Aerosmith
• A Rolling Stones tour in 2011 just became a little more unlikely

 

The Day The Music Changed Forever

Ironically, 2 monumental events in music history are very close to each other on the calendar.  February 3, 1959 is commonly referred to as The Day The Music Died with the tragic plane crash that claimed the life of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and The Big Bopper.  Five years and six days later, rock and roll, which had been on the brink of extinction following that plane crash, the enlistment of Elvis Presley into the Army, a prison sentence for Chuck Berry, and the collapse of Jerry Lee Lewis's career after marrying his underage cousin, rose like Phoenix from the ashes thanks to a TV appearance that captivated a nation. 

February 9, 1964 marked the point when the "final frontier" would be conquered for The Beatles.  To become superstars in that era, an artist had to be a hit in America.  The frenzy that surrounded The Beatles' first run through the U.S. has been well-documented and dissected in every possible way, so we won't rehash that or give any further opinions on it here.  We'll just turn back the clock and present a rather well-preserved moment in music history thanks to the magic of digital technology.  Here is The Beatles' inaugural U.S. television performance, originally seen by more than 73 million viewers on Sunday, February 9, 1964, on The Ed Sullivan Show, in its entirety............

Another banner day in Beatles history also occurred on February 9, and today marks its 50th anniversary.  Today in 1961, The Beatles performed at Liverpool's historic Cavern Club for the very first time.  A look back at the early days can be found in a Rolling Stone article by clicking here. 

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which ABBA classic was chosen on this date in 1974 to represent Sweden in the legendary Eurovision Song Contest?

Check back tomorrow @ Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which rock and roll pioneer dropped one letter from his real surname upon signing his first record contract?

Answer: An "e" was dropped from his name, which made Buddy Holley become Buddy Holly

Today In Oldies 2/8/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....All the news about the people who made the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's....all the time!

• We know who's going in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame this year.....and now we know who will be inducting them
• Want info on the new iPad 2 that you can't even get from Apple?  Just ask Elton John!
• Babs does the Grammys
• Speaking of the Grammys, the list of artists who never took one home could be more distinguished than those who have
• Will this be the biggest televised courtroom circus since the O.J. Simpson trial?

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 3 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which rock and roll pioneer dropped one letter from his real surname upon signing his first record contract? 

Check back tomorrow @ Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which artist recorded the first album using all digital studio equipment?

Answer: Stephen Stills in 1979

Today In Oldies 2/7/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....New week, fresh news about the people who made the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's

• Hundreds of thousands of people descended upon Dallas for Super Bowl weekend, but not one superstar who had an expensive charity gig booked
• Rolling Stone wants to know.....who is the greatest rock drummer of all time?
• One legendary rocker has a warning for anyone coming to a show on his latest tour expecting to hear the same ol' setlist
• A Motown legend is inducted into a legendary Hall of Fame......and you wonder why it hasn't happened sooner
• If you're passing through Cleveland this summer, stop by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for a major new exhibit
• Didn't stick around for last night's post-Super Bowl episode of Glee?  We've got the clips of the musical numbers (including a rip roaring cover of "Thriller") when you click here!
• A guitarist from one of the most successful Irish musical imports in history has died
• A 70's classic was featured in one of last night's Super Bowl commercials!  Click here to see it

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 3 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

ANSWERS TO LAST WEEK'S COMMON KNOWLEDGE GAMES.........

Monday (1/31/2011) - All 4 clips featured artists hailing from the state of New Jersey

Tuesday (2/1/2011) - All 4 clips featured artists who performed at Woodstock in 1969

Wednesday (2/2/2011) - All 4 clips featured songs featuring some contribution by Stevie Wonder.....either as a writer, producer, or performer.  In the case of Elton John's "I Guess That's Why They Call It The Blues", Stevie played the harmonica solo. 

Thursday (2/3/2011) - All 4 clips featured songs produced by Phil Collins

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which artist recorded the first album using all digital studio equipment?

Check back tomorrow @ Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a Comment here with your best guess!

Wednesday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which innovative singer/songwriter had a child he named Rebop in 1992?

Answer: Todd Rundgren

 

 

Today In Oldies 2/3/2011

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  We'll give you the answers for the entire week in Friday's Everything Oldies

 

 

Today In Oldies 2/2/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies......where your favorite 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's artists never die.....they just keep making news! 

• Bob Seger announces his first two tour dates.....and they're close to home
• Which two rock legends, who haven't always gotten along, may be making nice for a new album?
• Elton John gives a revealing new interview in Rolling Stone........and has strong words for Billy Joel
• And now, the latest viral video sensation......a Brazilian cab driver with a dead on (no pun intended) Michael Jackson impersonation!
• Why was Cyndi Lauper trying to hide from the paparazzi last week? 

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  

Tell us what the following 4 clips have in common.........

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which innovative singer/songwriter had a child he named Rebop in 1992?

Check back tomorrow @ Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Which state declared The Kingsmen's "Louie Louie" pornographic in 1964?

Answer: Indiana

 

Today In Oldies 2/1/2011

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Everything Oldies.....what are your favorite 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's artists up to these days?  Find out here!

• The composer of one of the most iconic themes in movie history has died
• Rolling Stone asked a rather interesting (and morbid) poll question over the weekend
• Is there something Whitney Houston would like to tell us?
• Here's a list of the week's new CD releases by your favorite 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's artists
• How do we know The Rolling Stones might hit the road in 2011? 

 

Common Knowledge

Welcome to the first in our series of Everything Oldies Games!  Play along and show off your knowledge of the music of the 50's, 60's, 70's, and 80's by leaving a comment with your answers.  Our first game is Common Knowledge.  We'll give you a series of 4 songs accompanied by video.  You tell us what they have in common.  ***KEEP IN MIND THE COMMON BOND COULD BE FOUND IN THE SONGS, THE ARTISTS, AND/OR THE VIDEO CLIPS***  

Tell us what the following 4 clips have in common.........

 

Golden Hits Radio & GHR-2's Burning Question of the Day

Which state declared The Kingsmen's "Louie Louie" pornographic in 1964?

Check back tomorrow @ Everything Oldies for the answer, and leave a comment here with your best guess!

Yesterday's Burning Question (and Answer) of the Day

Who won the very first Best New Artist Grammy award?

Answer: Bobby Darin (at the 1959 Grammy Awards)