Good morning music fans. Hope you are having a fantastic day and it will get better once the weekend is here. So we've all watched American Idol, The Voice, or America's got talent, but did you know that three talent/variety shows predated these. I grew up watching the Ed Sullivan Show a popular American television variety show that aired from 1948 to 1971 and became known for featuring a wide range of entertainment acts, including musical performances, comedy sketches, dance routines, and novelty acts. The show introduced many iconic artists and bands to a national audience, such as The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and The Supremes. It played a significant role in shaping American pop culture and is remembered for its diverse lineup and memorable performances.
The other was American Bandstand which was an influential American television show that aired from 1952 to 1989. Hosted primarily by Dick Clark, it became a cultural phenomenon by featuring popular music performances and dancing. The show played a significant role in popularizing rock 'n' roll and other music genres to a national audience. It also provided a platform for emerging artists and bands, such as Madonna, The Jackson 5, and The Beach Boys, to reach a wider audience. The show's format included teenagers dancing to the latest hits, interviews with musical guests, and "Rate-a-Record" segments where teenagers rated new songs. "American Bandstand" left a lasting legacy in the music industry and pop culture.
Finally, there was Soul Train, which is still my favorite, and watch old episodes on Youtube. It was created by Don Cornelius, who also served as its first host. The show featured performances by R&B, soul, and hip-hop artists, as well as dance segments showcasing the latest moves. It played a pivotal role in promoting African American music and culture and became a cultural phenomenon, influencing generations of musicians, dancers, and fans.
Sadly, this week, we mourn the passing of Roberta Flack whose career career took off in the early 1970s when Clint Eastwood used her song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" in his film "Play Misty for Me." The song topped the Billboard pop chart in 1972 and won a Grammy for Record of the Year2. She achieved similar success with "Killing Me Softly With His Song" in 1973, becoming the first artist to win consecutive Grammys for Record of the Year
Finally, if you could bring back one singer who would it be? Let me know in the comments.
So lets get out this weekend to our favorite watering hole and support our local bands and dance the night away.
Until next time stay tuned, stay safe, and be kind.
Good morning music fans. Hope you are having a fantastic day and it will get better once the weekend is here.
So we've all watched American Idol, The Voice, or America's got talent, but did you know that three talent/variety shows predated these.
I grew up watching the Ed Sullivan Show a popular American television variety show that aired from 1948 to 1971 and became known for featuring a wide range of entertainment acts, including musical performances, comedy sketches, dance routines, and novelty acts. The show introduced many iconic artists and bands to a national audience, such as The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and The Supremes. It played a significant role in shaping American pop culture and is remembered for its diverse lineup and memorable performances.
The other was American Bandstand which was an influential American television show that aired from 1952 to 1989. Hosted primarily by Dick Clark, it became a cultural phenomenon by featuring popular music performances and dancing. The show played a significant role in popularizing rock 'n' roll and other music genres to a national audience. It also provided a platform for emerging artists and bands, such as Madonna, The Jackson 5, and The Beach Boys, to reach a wider audience. The show's format included teenagers dancing to the latest hits, interviews with musical guests, and "Rate-a-Record" segments where teenagers rated new songs. "American Bandstand" left a lasting legacy in the music industry and pop culture.
Finally, there was Soul Train, which is still my favorite, and watch old episodes on Youtube. It was created by Don Cornelius, who also served as its first host. The show featured performances by R&B, soul, and hip-hop artists, as well as dance segments showcasing the latest moves. It played a pivotal role in promoting African American music and culture and became a cultural phenomenon, influencing generations of musicians, dancers, and fans.
Sadly, this week, we mourn the passing of Roberta Flack whose career career took off in the early 1970s when Clint Eastwood used her song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face" in his film "Play Misty for Me." The song topped the Billboard pop chart in 1972 and won a Grammy for Record of the Year2. She achieved similar success with "Killing Me Softly With His Song" in 1973, becoming the first artist to win consecutive Grammys for Record of the Year
Finally, if you could bring back one singer who would it be? Let me know in the comments.
So lets get out this weekend to our favorite watering hole and support our local bands and dance the night away.
Until next time stay tuned, stay safe, and be kind.