Classic 70s Ads: Tina Turner, ‘Acid Queen’ (1975)

Tina Turner “Acid Queen” ad via Cash Box March 08, 1975 Tina Turner appeared as The Acid Queen in Ken Russell’s film version of Tommy, belting out the tune in question. A version of Turner singing the Pete Townsend-penned tune … Continue reading

Hidden Gems: Paul Siebel, ‘Jack-Knife Gypsy’ (1971)

Here’s a Hidden Gem that may be new to you. New York-born singer-songwriter Paul Siebel released the “Jack-Knife Gypsy” single in early 1971. The song was recorded in Los Angeles with Robert W. Zachary Jr. producing and comes from the … Continue reading

Classic 70s Ads: John Lennon, ‘Power To The People’/ Yoko Ono ‘Open Your Box’ (1971)

John Lennon ‘Power To The People’ / Yoko Ono ‘Open Your Box’ via Cash Box March 20, 1971 Being the 50th anniversary of this Plastic Ono Band release (Mar. 12 ’71 UK/Mar. 22, ’71 US), let’s listen in to John … Continue reading

Hidden Gems: The Manhattans, ‘Strange Old World’ (1972)

Time to put on our bulky headphones, take out a vinyl LP, and pop it on the turntable for another Hidden Gem. Today, as you may have surmised from the headline, we’re going to enjoy a melodic and funky tune … Continue reading

Classic 70s Ads: Sammy Johns, “Chevy Van” (1975)

Sammy Johns – “Chevy Van” ad via Cash Box March 08, 1975 Sammy Johns‘ “Chevy Van” was originally released in 1973 and didn’t cause much of a stir. However, when a re-release hit the airwaves in early 1975 it climbed … Continue reading

Classic 70s Ads: Ringo Starr, ‘Oh My My’ (1974)

Ringo Starr – ‘Oh My My’ ad via Billboard March 02, 1974 Ringo Starr’s Ringo album released in November of 1973 and spawned a number of radio hits for the former Beatle. In addition to “Photograph” and “You’re Sixteen” there … Continue reading