Tag Archives: 70s Music

Music for Monday: Triumph, ‘Lay It on the Line’ (1979)

Posted on May 20, 2013 by

Last week on Music for Monday we had a slice of Barry Manilow. This time around we tilt to the opposite side of the 70s musical spectrum for a taste of Triumph. Triumph, a hard-rocking trio from Ontario, Canada, released … Continue reading →

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Music for Monday: Barry Manilow, ‘I Write the Songs’ (1975)

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

Our Music for Monday selection features Barry Manilow singing one of his biggest hits, “I Write the Songs.” “I Write the Songs” was, in fact, written by Bruce Johnston of The Beach Boys and first recorded by David Cassidy, as … Continue reading →

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Daily 70s Spot: American Sound Stereo (1975)

Posted on May 13, 2013 by

Daily 70s Spot time. This one is a must-see for the groovy, straight out of Central Casting, hip, 1970s spokesman. The fellow looks like he’s dressed up for a night at the disco. Who better to sell you the latest … Continue reading →

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Mood Music: Jerry Reed & Chet Atkins, ‘Jerry’s Breakdown’ (live, 1975)

Posted on May 9, 2013 by

Here’s a two-minute slice of pure, Mood Music fun – Jerry Reed and Chet Atkins performing “Jerry’s Breakdown” live on TV’s Pop Goes the Country in 1975. “Jerry’s Breakdown” originally appeared on the 1972 L.P. Me & Chet. Break it … Continue reading →

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Music for Monday: John Lennon, ‘Mind Games’ (1973)

Posted on May 6, 2013 by

Time for some music to brighten our Monday. Here’s John Lennon’s official video for the title track of the Mind Games L.P. The album released in November of 1973 and grabbed mixed reviews. The “Mind Games” single hit #18 on … Continue reading →

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Daily 70s Spot: The O’Jays, ‘So Full of Love’ promo (1978)

Posted on May 5, 2013 by

Let’s get sultry and soulful for our Daily 70s spot this Sunday. Here’s a TV promo for The O’Jays So Full of Love L.P. – the band’s platinum-seller featuring “Use ta Be My Girl.” Spot aired in May of 1978. … Continue reading →

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