John Fogerty

Some might argue that the greatest American rock band is one many may not be that familiar with.

John Fogerty is putting together an album of duets much like Frank Sinatra once did.

October 14th 1957 - Elvis Presley releases, ‘Jailhouse Rock’ which would become his 9th number one single and stay on the Billboard chart for 19 weeks. He is credited with having the first rock n roll video with this song in the film clip from the movie of the same name...

May 4th 1967 - The Young Rascals started a four week run at No.1 on the US singles chart with 'Groovin.' Their signature hit would go on to be recorded by the likes of Booker T. & the M.G.'s, Gladys Knight & the Pips

Earlier in her career as a record promoter (what's that?), my daughter worked for a company that promoted new material from "classic rockers". When she took the job, I wondered, "...who would ever buy new stuff from groups who's best material is behind them...

December 31st 1967 - American songwriter and producer Bert Berns died of heart failure aged 38. He wrote many classic songs including 'Twist And Shout', 'Hang On Sloopy', ‘Here Comes the Night’, ‘I Want Candy’ and 'Brown Eyed Girl'.