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Post by rayshae3 on Jan 20, 2014 4:28:20 GMT -5
To coincide with the upcoming AT40/70s; and conforming strictly with this thread, this is one of the most “Classic B-Sides” ever, without being lost. The flip-side of this week’s #8 for the week of 1/21/78 never charted alongside the A-side “We Are the Champions.” However even before becoming an arena anthem, at the time it got extensive radio airplay. So why Billboard never listed this as a double A-side hit on its charts?...beats me. It is written by Brian May. We Will Rock You-Queen
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Post by 1finemrg on Jan 20, 2014 6:33:19 GMT -5
The "B" side of Three Dog Night's "Nobody" was a Lennon/McCartney tune originally charted by Cilla Black. It sounded nothing like the version recorded by Three Dog Night. The a cappella singing in the first half of this song is a great showcase for the three lead vocalists Danny Hutton, Chuck Negron, and Cory Wells. In late 1971, Springwell would borrow the Three Dog Night arrangement and peak at #60 during a 10 week chart run. From January 25, 1969, the 45 would bubble under at #116 in its only week on the chart. It's For You - Three Dog Night
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Post by Ponderous Man on Jan 24, 2014 8:18:29 GMT -5
Since Chicago is on the 1985 show this weekend with "You're The Inspiration", I'll post you the B side to that song. It was the closing track to Chicago 17 & my favorite song from that album. No, it's not a remake of the 1980 Talking Heads song. It's an original song written by James Pankow & sung by Bill Champlin & Peter Cetera. Here is my B side classic of the week: "Once In A Lifetime" by Chicago www.youtube.com/watch?v=scCeyJl-3GM
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Post by dukelightning on Jan 24, 2014 18:19:42 GMT -5
To coincide with the upcoming AT40/70s; and conforming strictly with this thread, this is one of the most “Classic B-Sides” ever, without being lost. The flip-side of this week’s #8 for the week of 1/21/78 never charted alongside the A-side “We Are the Champions.” However even before becoming an arena anthem, at the time it got extensive radio airplay. So why Billboard never listed this as a double A-side hit on its charts?...beats me. It is written by Brian May. We Will Rock You-QueenAlong with "Tell Me I'm Not Dreaming", the B side of "Do What You Do", this week's shows have a couple of the most well known B sides that were not part of an official double sided hit. Had forgotten that the Jackson brothers duet was a B side...so thank to Casey for reminding me of that.
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Post by 1finemrg on Jan 27, 2014 5:41:39 GMT -5
Having spent two weeks at its #39 peak, the J. Geils Band's first Hot 100 single "Lookin' For A Love" had just fallen out of the top 40 on January 29, 1972. I've seen two "B" sides issued to this 45 over the years, but the one listed in Whitburn's "Top Pop Singles" is a lost classic instrumental that I had a chance to witness live last summer. Magic D-i-c-k if you will please... Whammer Jammer - J. Geils Band
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Post by rayshae3 on Jan 27, 2014 12:22:56 GMT -5
To coincide with this week’s AT40/80s of for week ending February 1, 1986: With the long-awaited Lionel Richie followup album to his Motown solo packages- Lionel Richie (1982) , and Can’t slow down (1983)-still not scheduled for release (that would be ‘Dancing on the Ceiling’ album BTW ), the materials for Lionel Richie were far few and in between at this point in his career in 1986. Nevertheless there was “Say You, Say Me”, theme from the movie ‘White Night’, hanging on the Top 5, which in fact was to be included on his next album. Still, because of lack of new material, there was this title track “Can’t Slow Down” on the b-side. But this was an uptempo faster dance number, unlike his slow ballads that had became his trademark, and in my opinion quite generic and bland. So it was kinda refreshing to find this funkier opening title cut (as a b-side to “Say You Say Me), even though now three years old in ‘86. Can’t Slow Down-Lionel Richie
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Post by Ponderous Man on Feb 1, 2014 5:22:37 GMT -5
After the success of "Chicago II", Columbia went back and started re-releasing singles from their first album "Chicago Transit Authority". The first one, "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?" was in its second week on the chart for November 14, 1970. It ended up being a Top 10 smash, peaking at #7. The "B" side is the second time this song was on a flipside of a Chicago 45, and it's a stone cold classic. Don't believe me? Just ... Listen - Chicagowww.youtube.com/watch?v=mHyBt7Lg5l8BTW, since "Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is" is on this weekend's 1971 show, here is the mono 45 version of "Listen": www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoNJCT_2Ihk
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Post by rayshae3 on Feb 3, 2014 3:32:27 GMT -5
To coincide with this week’s 70s AT40, here’s what is on the other side of Abba’s “Dancing Queen”(#19 for the week of 2/9/77). One of the most rhythmic of all the Abba’s songs, and according to Wikipedia, a personal favorite of Agnetha (the Blonde female in the four-member group). And the promotional video made in 1976: That’s Me – Abba
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Post by 1finemrg on Feb 3, 2014 6:44:32 GMT -5
It was the "B" side of "The Loner". It was the "B" side of "Cinnamon Girl". It was the "B" side of "When You Dance I Can Really Love". It was the "B" side of "Lookin' For A Love". On February 5, 1972 this lost classic was also the "B" side of the highest debuting song of the week (#62), his #1 classic "Heart Of Gold". Sugar Mountain - Neil Young
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Post by Ponderous Man on Feb 8, 2014 5:13:37 GMT -5
There aren't any Chicago songs on this weekend's 1977 & 1980 shows. However, as I was checking the Hot 100 for 2/4/1989, I noticed that "Look Away" fell out of the top 40 & "You're Not Alone" would take its place in the top 40. This week, I present the B sides to both of those songs. First, the B side to "You're Not Alone" was actually a song from Chicago 18. It was the 7th track from that album. I couldn't find the studio version of the song on Youtube, so I decided to post the band performing the song on Solid Gold. Look for Bill Champlin's killer mustache, Dawayne Bailey's '80s clothing, & Danny Seraphine dropping his drumstick near the end of the song. My first B side of the week: "It's Alright" by Chicago www.youtube.com/watch?v=lPabzZ_ceJkThe B side to "Look Away" did appear on Chicago 19. It was the 5th track from that album. The only comparison between this song & "Look Away" is that Bill Champlin is doing lead vocals. While "Look Away" is a hornless pop song, the B side kicks some serious booty & has horns aplenty. My second B side of the week: "Come In From The Night" by Chicago www.youtube.com/watch?v=-emOCzGdL6s
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Post by rayshae3 on Feb 10, 2014 5:56:55 GMT -5
Co-produced by David Bowie, it’s a strong B-side from the recently deceased singer/songwriter Lou Reed; and integral music part of the 1996 indie/cult movie ‘Trainspotting’, on the other side of “Walk on the Wild Side”(#92 for week ending February 17, 1973). Originally on the album ‘Transformer’. Also more recently featured in a PS4 commercial. Perfect Day – Lou Reed
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Post by 1finemrg on Feb 10, 2014 21:22:42 GMT -5
Back to 1970 for another great "B" side. This two-sided hit ascended to the #1 position on Valentine's Day 1970 where it would rule the roost for 2 weeks. Great slow-dance song with a positive message that is still relevant today. Everybody Is A Star - Sly & The Family Stone
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Post by Ponderous Man on Feb 15, 2014 8:54:58 GMT -5
This weekend's 1979 show has Chicago's "No Tell Lover" in the countdown. Here is the B side to that song. It was the 5th track off of Hot Streets. This song features then-new member Donnie Dacus front & center as he does lead vocals & lead guitar as well. My B side this week: "Take A Chance" by Chicago www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9zNfwi1hxw
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Post by 1finemrg on Feb 17, 2014 0:48:04 GMT -5
I was absolutely floored the first time I heard Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water”. My first reaction was that it would be a #1 single quickly, and I loved the piano playing. I found out years later that Larry Knechtel who would join Bread in 1971 was that piano player. Quickly was an understatement. The song would debut at #49 on February 7, 1970 and skyrocket to #13 the following week. On February 21, it paused at #3 before ascending to the top for six weeks. As beautiful of a ballad that “Bridge” is, its lost classic “B” side is quite the opposite. From its cold start, this rollicking tune is a great one in its own right. Gary Puckett would peak at #71 with his cover the following year. Keep The Customer Satisfied – Simon & Garfunkel
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Post by rayshae3 on Feb 17, 2014 8:39:10 GMT -5
To correspond with this week’s 70s 2/22/75 “B” option: On the Flip side of Carpenters “Please Mr. Postman” @#38. One of the most covered and famous songs written by Leon Russell in 1972, this version appeared on Carpenters’ 73 album ‘Now and Then’ before being included on the single’s flip-side. A quasi-Jazz number, but with ever-relaxing voice of Karen Carpenter. This Masquerade – Carpenters
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