When Not-Good-Enough Became Great
These songs may have been passed over for one reason or another. But in the right hands, they became big hits.
The Hits That Almost Weren’t
We take these hits for granted now, but they could’ve as easily been lost in the reject pile. A story of close calls.
Tony Orlando & Dawn: Sentimental (with Big Chops)
Tony Orlando & Dawn were everywhere in the 70s, from radio to TV. Their blend of harmony and cheeky wit was just what the decade needed.
John Denver: Dig Him Or Diss Him?
With his sincere grin and folky songs, John Denver became a huge 70s star. So why is he still given short shrift?
The First Take Is The Deepest: Demos Turned Hits
Sometimes, those rough “demo” tapes of a song hold just the right ingredients to be a hit — and nothing further needs to be done.