This Week on Treasure Island Oldies - Week of November 25, 2018

November 25^th to December 1^st, 2018

While many places in Canada and the United States experienced their first taste of winter, here on the Island we had our first taste of Christmas music. Like a light snowfall, we had a sprinkling of Christmas tunes to get you in the mood for, as Andy Williams sang, The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year. It was great to hear Ringo Starr, Ella Fitzgerald, Brook Benton, The Belmont, Elvis Presley, Engelbert Humperdink, Bob. B. Soxx & The Blue Jeans, Bobby Curtola, and a few more throughout the four hours. For a complete list of every song played on this week's show, just go to the Listen page and scroll down to the Playlist.

Speaking of Christmas, as you are busy wrapping your Christmas gifts, I hope you can join me for my annual Christmas Special, live Sunday, December 23rd at 6 PM Pacific, with four hours of the best Christmas music of all time. This is the show I absolutely love bringing to you every year. In the meantime, more Christmas tunes coming your way every week throughout December.

If your birthday is coming up soon, please be sure to let me know in advance so that I can wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you. Send the birthday info to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com 

This week's Top Five Countdown is from our Spotlight Year, 1967. At the top of the chart this week it's The Supremes. I Hear A Symphony, complete with a live symphony orchestra in a clip from the TV show Hullabaloo, is now playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Next week Voice Your Choice spotlights The Supremes with two of their Christmas tunes for your votes. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Twinkle Twinkle Little Me or Silver Bells.  I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

Listen to this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Thanks again for being part of this week's show and I look forward to your company again next week. 

Bye for now.
Michael

The Supremes Voice Your Choice

Motown's The Supremes began their career as The Primettes in 1959 and initially recorded for the small LuPine Records without any chart success. That all changed when they were signed to Motown and their Tamla Records label in 1960. Diana Ross, Mary Wilson and Florence Ballard then became The Supremes. It wasn't until the release of their 7th record that their career took off in a big way. That single was Where Did Our Love Go, which reached Number One and became a million seller.


Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice spotlights the Christmas music side of the Supremes. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Twinkle Twinkle Little Me or Silver Bells. I'll play the winner on nest week's show.

Strawberry Alarm Clock Number One on the Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1967

They were somewhat psychedelic, somewhat rock, and somewhat pop. They were the Strawberry Alarm Clock.

This week on Treasure Island Oldies, the Top Five Countdown is from this week's Spotlight Year, 1967. At the top of the chart at Number One it's the Strawberry Alarm Cloak with Incense And Peppermints.

Enjoy!
Michael

This Week on Treasure Island Oldies - Week of November 18, 2018

November 18^th to November 24^th, 2018

I must say that I so much look forward to bringing Treasure Island Oldies to you every week. And this week the playlist was chock full of great music, including songs from this week's Spotlight Year, 1965. I also appreciate the time you take to not only listen, but also to send in your requests. It's my pleasure to play them for you. A good example of a request this week was I'll Follow The Sun from Beatles '65 and Beatles For Sale. Toni Howerton in Middledtown, Ohio asked me to play it for her. Another good request came in via the Chat Room. Bill in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan wanted to hear one of his favourite groups, April Wine. I was glad to play You Coulda Been A Lady for Bill. If you'd like me to play a song for you, just let me know. You can click on the Request button on the website or send an email to requests@TreasureIslandOldies.com.

If your birthday is coming up soon, please be sure to let me know in advance so that I can wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you. Send the birthday info to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com 

I will start to play a few Christmas songs on the show beginning next week, as we ramp up to the Christmas Special, December 23rd. I am very much looking forward to sharing my annual Christmas Special with you. The festivities will begin at 6 pm Pacific with the greatest Christmas music! Ho Ho Ho!

This week's Top Five Countdown is from our Spotlight Year, 1965. At the top of the chart this week it's The Supremes. I Hear A Symphony, complete with a live symphony orchestra in a clip from the TV show Hullabaloo, is now playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Next week Voice Your Choice kicks off the Christmas Season with Tommy Edwards. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either It's Christmas Once Again or Kris Kringle.  I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

Listen to this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Before closing off for this week, I would like to send out my very best wishes for a Happy Thanksgiving to all my American friends and listeners. I hope you enjoy your celebration with family and friends. I look forward to your company on next week's show. 

Bye for now.
Michael

Tommy Edwards Voice Your Choice on Treasure Island Oldies

Tommy Edwards, the smooth Black Adult Contemporary singer, pianist and songwriter, was born on February 17, 1922 in Richmond, Virginia. He first began performing at the age of nine! Sadly, he passed away at age 47 on October 23, 1969.

He managed to have quite an impressive string of songs to hit the charts. Between August 1958 and October 1960, he scored 14 songs on the Billboard Charts, including a Number One song and Gold record for It's All In The Game. An interesting bit about this song. The melody was written in 1912 by U.S. Vice-President Charles Dawes. The original version of the song was first recorded by Tommy Edwards in 1951 and reached # 18. He later re-recorded it and it then became the huge familiar hit in 1958.

Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice spotlights Tommy Edwards. As we get the Holiday Season underway, there are two of his Christmas songs for your vote.

Cast you vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either  It's Christmas Once Again or Kris Kringle. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

The Supremes Numer One Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1965

After several releases beginning in 1962, The Supremes began their string of massive hits in 1964 with Where Did Our Love Go. Their streak continued in 1965 with this week's Number One Song on the Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown.

Here are The Supremes and a symphony orchestra in a live clip from the TV show Hullabaloo being introduced by Paul Anka and their Number One song I Hear A Symphony.

Enjoy!

Michael

Country Music's Roy Clark Had Died at Age 85

Country Music Hall of Fame member and versatile entertainer Roy Clark died Thursday at his home in Tulsa, Oklahoma,  after complications from pneumonia, his publicist said. He was 85. 

A fleet-fingered instrumentalist best known for his 24 years as a "Hee Haw" co-host, the affable Clark was one of country music's most beloved ambassadors. 

He brought heart and humor to audiences around the world, guest-hosted "The Tonight Show," worked with greats like Hank Williams and blues artist Clarence "Gatemouth" Brown and inspired countless pickers, including a young Brad Paisley, with his instructional guitar books.

Roy Linwood Clark was born April 15, 1933, in Meherrin, Virginia. The oldest of five children, he grew up in a musical family.

Clark is preceded in death by grandson Elijah Clark. He is survived by Barbara, his wife of 61 years, his sons Roy Clark II and wife Karen, Dr. Michael Meyer and wife Robin, Terry Lee Meyer, Susan Mosier and Diane Stewart, and his grandchildren: Brittany Meyer, Michael Meyer, Caleb Clark, Josiah Clark and his sister, Susan Coryell.

Read more at usatoday.com

This Week on Treasure Island Oldies Week of November 11 2018

November 11^th to November 17^th, 2018

It sure was a busy week here on the Island. Our Spotlight Year this week was 1969, including the Top Five Countdown. It was also a historic week for the world. November 11th marked the 100^th Anniversary of Armistice, the agreement to end World War I, known as the Great War. In addition to this important occasion, it was also Remembrance Day in Canada and Veterans Day in the United States. Accordingly, I devoted the second half of the second hour of this week's show to a musical tribute. I began with a a poignant song, Soldier by Shawn Hlookoff. You may be more familiar with this successful artist, as today he goes by the name Shawn Hook. He has previously been a guest on my show and even performed live in studio. Soldier is a very moving song. I suggest you watch the video. This is not about being for or against any war. It is a tribute to those who serve. For the entire list of songs I played during this tribute, as well as all of the music I played throughout the rest of the show, go to the Listen page and scroll down to the Playlist.

Happy Birthday wishes go out this week to Connie Canode in Madison, Wisconsin;l and also to Chris Witmer in Iowa City, Iowa. Both Connie and Chris are long time listeners. If your birthday is coming up soon, please be sure to let me know in advance so that I can wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you. Send the birthday info to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com 

I am very much looking forward to sharing my annual Christmas Special with you. This year it will be very close to Christmas Day. Mark your calendar for Sunday, December 23rd. The festivities will begin at 6 pm Pacific with the greatest Christmas music! Ho Ho Ho!

This week's Top Five Countdown is from our Spotlight Year, 1969. At the top of the chart is the The Fifth Dimension. Wedding Bell Blues is now playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Next week the Voice Your Choice spotlight is on The Dells, an R&B Soul group from Chicago whose music I absolutely love. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Always Together or Stay In My Corner.  I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

Listen to this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

I hope you have a great week. I look forward to your company on next week's show. 

Bye for now.
Michael

The Dells Voice Your Choice

The Dells first recorded as The El-Rays in 1953 for Checker Records in Chicago, later signing with Vee-Jay Records in 1955. The group consisted of Johnny Funches (lead vocal), Marvin Junior (baritone lead vocals), Verne Allison (tenor), Mickey McGill (baritone), and Chuch Barksdale (bass). The line-up remained unchanged into the 1980s, with the exception of Johnny Funches, who was replaced by Johnny Carter in 1960. Funches died January 23, 1998 at age 62, while his replacement Johnny Carter died August 21, 2009 at age 75. 

These guys were hugely successful on both the R&B charts and the Hot 100 Pop charts, with 47 charted R&B hits, while they appeared on the Hot 100 charts a total of 24 times. 

 

Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, we spotlight The Dells with two of their amazing hits.  

Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Always Together or Stay In My Corner. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

Fifth Dimension Number One Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1969

The Fifth Dimension were a collection of really good singers and live entertainers, including Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.. A number of years ago, my good friend, Red Robinson from the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, was the MC at a private event; and I was the DJ for the evening. The Fifth Dimension were the headliners and they really gave a great concert. The audience loved them.

This week on Treasure Island Oldies, the Top Five Countdown is from this week's Spotlight Year, 1969. Sitting at the top of the chart at Number One, it's the Fifth Dimension with Wedding Bell Blues.

Enjoy!
Michael

Della Reese Voice Your Choice

Della Reese was born Delloreese Patricia Early on July 6, 1931 in Detroit, Michigan. She had a successful career spanning seven decades as an American jazz and gospel singer, actress, recording artist, and TV show host. She made a huge impression when she starred in the TV series Touched By An Angel. What a career!

Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice presents Della Reese. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Don't You Know or And That Reminds Me. I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

This Week on Treasure Island Oldies Week of November 4th 2018

November 4^th to November 10^th, 2018

Tick Tock. Glad you had your clocks adjusted back by one hour to be on time for this week's show. :-) What a great combination of elements for this week's show. Great songs from 1966, this week's Spotlight Year, including the Top Five Countdown, combined with "time" tunes, made for a fun mix. Check out this week's Playlist for the complete rundown of the songs played on this week's show. In addition, the Chat Room was hopping with lots of regulars and visitors having a fun time sharing the live show together. I can't tell you enough how much of a difference to the experience of the show is by being part of the Chat Room. Everyone enjoys sharing good humour and music memories. Try it, you'll like it. Next week during the Live show, come to the Chat Room page and follow the easy instructions to check in and to being one of the Nuts in the Hut. Hope to see you next week. 

I'd like to wish Happy Birthday to many listeners this week, including Heather Dillon in 100 Mile House, British Columbia; California Barb; Andy Desilets in Ottawa, Ontario; Sunny in Elmhurst, Illinois; Dana Van Dine in Florida; and Tim Sykes in Cambridge, Ontario. If your birthday is approaching, be sure to let me know in advance so that I can wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you. Send the birthday info to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com

 The Treasure Island Oldies Annual Christmas Special this year will be very close to Christmas Day. Please mark your calendar for Sunday, December 23rd. The festivities will begin at 6 pm Pacific with the greatest Christmas music!

This week's Top Five Countdown is from our Spotlight Year, 1966. At the top of the chart is the debut single by the Pre-Fab Four, The Monkees. Last train To Clarksville is now playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Next week the Voice Your Choice spotlight is on the incredibly talented jazz, blues, gospel and pop singer, Della Reese. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Don't You Know or And That Reminds Me.  I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

Listen to this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Have a great week! 

Bye for now.
Michael

The Monkees Number One Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1966

This week on Treasure Island Oldies, the Top Five Countdown is from this week's Spotlight Year, 1966.

The top of the charts reflected the explosive success of The Monkees, both their zany TV show and their meteoric rise to success on the record charts. And their debut single went straight to Number One!

Here are The Monkees with Last Train To Clarksville, this week's Number One song from 1966.

Enjoy!

Michael