On behalf of myself and Bionic Disco, here’s wishing you a joyous and wonderful 2014! Let’s celebrate with belting out the “Have A Happy New Year” song from Rankin/Bass’ 1976 Animagic holiday special, Rudolph’s Shiny New Year. The tune is … Continue reading
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Forty years ago today, Jim Croce was at the top of the charts with his self-penned tune, “Time in a Bottle.” The song originally appeared on Croce’s 1972 L.P., You Don’t Mess Around with Jim. It was re-issued as a … Continue reading
‘That’s what my heart did!’ (‘Hop, Skip, And A Jump,’ Bedrock Rockers, 1972) A very good holiday weekend to everyone. For the last Funshine Friday of the year, let’s visit once again with The Bedrock Rockers. The short musical clip … Continue reading
Merry Christmas! I hope everyone is enjoying a wonderful and safe holiday. Here’s a wee tune for the spirit of the season. Bing Crosby and David Bowie singing “The Little Drummer Boy/Peace On Earth.” This unexpected and wonderful duet was … Continue reading
Happy holiday Monday! Let’s liven up the place with our buddy, Johhny Cash. Here’s Johnny singing “Christmas Time’s A-Comin’” from his 1977 Christmas Special. It’s short and sweet and goes down a treat. Tap yer feet! Johnny Cash: ‘Christmas Time’s … Continue reading
Here’s a mind-bender and a toe-tapper. The fantastic Iggy Pop making punk rock happen in the Netherlands by refusing to mime along to “Lust for Life” on Dutch TV’s TopPop in 1977. “Lust for Life” was co-written with Pop’s pal, … Continue reading