Smokey Robinson left The Miracles in 1972. His replacement was Billy Griffin and the group continued making hits. In 1975 they had a big hit with “Love Machine.” It was at the top of both the Billboard and Cash Box charts for the week of March 1 – 6. This version of The Miracles continued until …
This is a version of a theme from a TV Show. “Theme from S.W.A.T.” by Rhythm Heritage isn’t the version used on the S.W.A.T. series. That was much shorter (under a minute) and written and performed by Barry De Vorzon. This song by Rhythm Heritage was at the top of both the Billboard and Cash …
Some rock groups add strings to their songs but Electric Light Orchestra had strings as part of their group. The group formed in 1970 but it would be their album before they would have a hit with “Evil Woman.” It was written by Jeff Lynne who is also the lead singer on the song. Jeff …
Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel had many hits but they eventually broke up. Paul Simon continued writing songs and performing as a solo artist. He had many hits over the years but the only one of his song go to #1 on the record charts was “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover.” He wrote the …