Category: The 1970’s
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Aretha Franklin ‘Young, Gifted and Black’ (1972)
There are only two singers in the GOAT conversation for me— the incomparable Whitney Houston and Aretha Franklin. And no matter where or when you get an opportunity to spin one of their records, it’s just simply a goddamn pleasure. 1972’s Young, Gifted and Black is no exception. There’s something simply stunning listening to the…
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Orleans ‘Waking and Dreaming’ (1976)
Orleans is one of those “your favorite band’s, band” kinda, well, band. Their eclectic blend of pop, yacht rock, blues, and Dixieland jazz led to some pretty massive hits in the 1970’s, the most prominent being “Still The One” which is featured on this record and at one point was actual the damn theme song…
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Atlanta Rhythm Section ‘Are You Ready!’ (1979)
Whenever someone says the words “classic rock” the sound I hear in my head is Atlanta Rhythm Section. Their sound is a perfect encapsulation of what makes the genre so evergreen– the smooth lead vocals, layered background harmonies, reliance on major chord progressions, overdriven guitar solos, tasteful piano, and drum fills that feature the toms…
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