This Week on Treasure Island Oldies - Week of April 28th, 2019

April 28^th to May 4^th, 2019

Thanks for joining me for this week's show. And this week the Spotlight Year was 1966, what a year for great records! It was wonderful to play your favourites along with some real Lost Treasures such as Razor's Edge with Let's Call It A Day Girl, the Shindogs, the house band for the TV show, Shindig with their rarely heard Who Do You Think You Are, Lady Godiva by Peter & Gordon, Andre by The Sunrays, and many others. And this week Voice Your Choice was a real squeaker. It was impossible to predict the winner as the votes were so close. By the time the voting ended for this week, the winner was Darling Be Home Soon by The Lovin' Spoonful. So much great music jammed into four hours!

For a complete list of every song I played on the show this week, go to the Listen page and scroll down to the Playlist. And if you missed the live show, you can hear it on one of our Affiliate Stations during the week. Just go to the Broadcast Partners Network page to find a day and time most convenient for you to listen.

I love celebrating and I sure look forward to celebrating the 22nd Anniversary of Treasure Island Oldies with you next week. Join me next Sunday, May 5 beginning at 6 Pacific, 9 Eastern.

It's my great pleasure to wish Eddy Fisher, my Webmaster and partner, a very Happy Birthday. His latest video promo he produced for the website for the 22nd Anniversary is great! Thanks Eddy. Is your birthday coming up soon? I'd like to help celebrate your special day on the show. Send the details to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com. I'll wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you.

Voice Your Choice spotlights the the Kalin Twins. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Forget Me Not or When. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

This week the Top Five Countdown is from 1966, this week's Spotlight Year. The Number One song, Good Lovin' by the Young Rascals is playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Click here for this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Have a good week.

Bye for now.
Michael

Kalin Twins Voice Your Choice Treasure Island Oldies

The Kalin Twins, Harold and Herbert, were born February 16, 1934 in Port Jervis, New York. They recorded several songs, that were either minor hits or missed the charts completely. However, when their management cam across a demo of the song, When, written by Paul Evans and Jack Reardon, their career took a sharp turn toward success. Sadly, they both passed away within a year of each other. Harold, known as Hal, passed August 24, 2005 as a result of an automobile accident, while Herbert, known as Herbie, died of a heart attack July 21, 2016.

While they recorded many songs, they really only scored with two of their releases, and I have both for your votes. Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice presents The Kalin Twins. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Forget Me Not or When. I'll play the winner on next week's 22nd Anniversary special.

Young Rascals - Number One 1966 Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown

This week on Treasure Island Oldies, the Spotlight Year is 1966, including the Top Five Countdown.

This week a group from Garfield, New Jersey hit the top of the charts. The Young Rascals hit Number One this week with Good Lovin'.

Enjoy!
Michael

Island Update Treasure Island Oldies Week of April 21st, 2019

April 21^st to 27^th, 2019

I hope you had a good long weekend celebrating or just getting together with friends and family. It was great getting together with you again this week for another show. This week the Spotlight Year was from 1971, including the Top Five Countdown. I've heard from many of you commenting how you are enjoying the weekly Spotlight Year with each week having a somewhat different flavour musically. 

I was pleased, during the Rock and Roll Reunion, to do a tribute to Danny and The Juniors, whose founding member Joe "Terry" Terranova, passed away April 15th at age 78. I bet you had not heard Dottie in a long time. It had been a Top 40 hit in 1958, but over time became overshadowed by their signature hit, At The Hop, and Rock & Roll Is Here To Stay. 

For a complete list of every song I played on the show this week, go to the Listen page and scroll down to the Playlist. I was pleased to receive an email from listener Toni Howerton in Middletown, Ohio who asked me to play the rarely heard Jimmy's Girl by Johnny Tillotson from 1961. She told me she loves listening to the show every week on our Broadcast Partners Network Affiliate Station, WTND in Macomb, Illinois. Thanks very much Toni!

I was so glad to say so long to the frog in my throat that plagued my voice throughout last week's show. It was great to be back to abnormal! LOL Thanks very much for your comments and concerns.

Please be sure to mark your calendar for the May 5th show. It's the 22nd Anniversary of Treasure Island Oldies! Join me for the live show Sunday, May 5th. I am always amazed that the show has been ongoing with 50 new live shows every year since 1997. Incredibly, I still have many original listeners from those early years who continue to enjoy the show every week. Join me for the 22nd Anniversary celebration Sunday, May 5 beginning at 6 Pacific, 9 Eastern.

Is your birthday coming up soon? I'd like to help celebrate your special day on the show. Send the details to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com. I'll wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you.

Voice Your Choice spotlights the Lovin' Spoonful on next week's show. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Darling Be Home Soon or Do You Believe In Magic. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

This week the Top Five Countdown is from 1971, this week's Spotlight Year. Joy To The World is playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Click here for this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Have a good week.

Bye for now.
Michael

Lovin' Spoonful - Voice Your Choice Treasure Island Oldies

There's a very interesting connection between The Lovin' Spoonful and The Mamas and The Papas that began in Greenwich Village in New York City. The Spoonful's John Sebastian, along with guitarist Zal Yanovsky from Kingston, Ontario, were part of The Mugwumps. Also in that group were Cass Elliot and Denny Doherty, who was from Halifax, Nova Scotia. They ended up going their separate ways, and Cass and Denny formed The Mamas and The Papas.

John Sebastian and Zal Yanovsky formed The Lovin' Spoonful with drummer Jan Carl and Steve Boone on bass. For more on the history of both groups, check out The Mamas and The Papas hit Creeque Alley, below.

Treasure Island Oldies is pleased to present The Lovin' Spoonful in the Voice Your Choice spotlight. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Darling Be Home Soon or Do You Believe In Magic. I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

Three Dog Night Number One Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1971

By the time 1971 rolled around, Three Dog Night were at the top of their game. And this week on Treasure Island Oldies, the Spotlight Year is 1971.

Sitting in the Number One spot on the Hot 100 charts, here's a live performance of Three Dog Night performing their Number One smash, Joy To The World.

Enjoy!

Michael

J. Geils of the J. Geils Band Has Died At Age 71

John Warren Geils Jr., better known as J. Geils, the guitarist of the the J. Geils Band, was found dead in his home in Groton, Massachusetts Tuesday. He was 71. Rolling Stone has confirmed Geils’ death. According to Groton Police, “a preliminary investigation indicates that Geils died of natural causes.”
“At approximately 4 p.m., Groton Police responded to a home on Graniteville Road for a well-being check,” Groton Police said in a statement. “Upon arrival to the house, police located a man who was unresponsive. He was declared dead at the scene … The Groton Police Department is investigating the death, as is standard procedure in all unattended deaths, however foul play is not suspected at this time.”

For more, go to https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-news/guitarist-j-geils-dead-at-71-108373/

Joe Terry Co-Founder Danny and The Juniors Has Passed

From the Philadelphia Music Alliance

PHILADELPHIA (April 15, 2019) - "It is with great sorrow that we acknowledge the passing of two very deserving members of our Walk of Fame ― Joe Terry, who died this morning, and David White, who died in March," said Alan Rubens, Chairman of the Philadelphia Music Alliance. "They were two of the founding members of Danny & the Juniors, who recorded 'At the Hop,’ one of the most iconic songs ever to come out of Philadelphia. David was also the song's co-writer. They are true legends and true Philadelphians who were part of making our city's music heritage as great as it is."

Joe Terry (b. Joe Terranova, Jan. 30, 1941) was inducted into the Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame as a founding member of Danny & the Juniors in 1992. Danny & the Juniors shot straight to the top of the charts in early 1958 with their biggest hit ever, the gold-selling "At the Hop" (penned by the songwriting team of David White and John Madara), though they reached the charts again with eight more singles through 1963, notably the Top 40 charters "Rock and Roll Is Here to Stay," "Dottie," and "Twistin' U.S.A." Terry and Frank Maffei have continued to rock and roll across the country as Danny & the Juniors, thrilling new audiences with old favorites.

About the Philadelphia Music Alliance

The Philadelphia Music Alliance Walk of Fame, recently proclaimed an official landmark by Philadelphia City Council, is a living tribute to Philadelphia's rich music history and a vital force unifying the city's diverse cultural communities along the Avenue of the Arts, with a renewed commitment to shed new light on the City's cultural legacy and incredible contribution to the world of music past, present and future as a major tourist attraction. This agenda to recognize more local music greats in all genres is part of the community based, non-profit organization's overall mission to encourage the creation, celebration and historical preservation of Philadelphia music, and the foundation of a renewed commitment to schedule induction ceremonies each year.

This Week On Treasure Island Oldies - Week of April 14th, 2019

April 14^th to 20^th, 2019

It's quite amazing to hear so many great songs by artists you only ever heard from one time. In  The Year 2525. Psychotic Reaction, Sugar Baby Love, Friday On My Mind, and so many other great records by artists you never heard from again. That's what we covered on this week's show with the One Hit Wonders special. Be sure to check out this week's Playlist for every song I played. It's at the Listen page, then scroll down to the Playlist. If you missed the live show, go to the Broadcast Partners Network page and you'll find the program grid with the days and times when you can hear this week's show on one of our many affiliate stations. 

Now you may know that I love animals, domestic or wild. However, things went too far this week as a frog moved into my throat and made my voice all scratchy. LOL Hopefully after several cups of tea and honey during and after the show, it will help resolve the situation in time for next week's show.

Our next special is very special indeed. Together we'll celebrate the 22nd Anniversary of Treasure Island Oldies, live Sunday, May 5th. I never imagined that when I started doing this show back in May 1997, that it would not only continue, but to have it continue to grow is just fantastic. Please join me for the anniversary celebration Sunday, May 5 beginning at 6 Pacific, 9 Eastern. As The Beatles sang, "A splendid time is guaranteed for all"!

If your birthday is coming up soon, I'd like to help celebrate your special day on the show. Send the details to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com. I'll wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you.

Voice Your Choice spotlights Johnny Nash Because of the style of some of his recordings, many thought he was from Jamaica; however, he was born in Houston, Texas. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Hold Me Tight or I Can See Clearly Now. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

This week the Top Five Countdown is from 1957, the early days of Rock & Roll. Elvis Presley has the Number One song with All Shook Up and it's playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Click here for the Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Have a good week.

Bye for now.
Michael

Johnny Nash Voice Your Choice

Although occasionally mistaken for a Jamaican, Johnny Nash was born in Houston, Texas on August 19, 1940. His career got underway at an early age when he appeared on local TV from the time he was only 13. He appeared on Arthur Godfrey's TV and radio shows from 1956 to 1963. In addition, he was also in the movie Take A Giant Step in 1959 at age 19. But wait, there's more! He even owned his own record label, JoDa, in 1965.

The Jamaican influence began when he started recording there in the late 60s, when he had his biggest hits. Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice presents Johnny Nash with two of his big hits. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Hold Me Tight and I Can See Clearly Now. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

Elvis Presley Number One Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1957

Elvis Presley has a huge run of hits and this week in 1957 was no exception.

Here is the King of Rock & Roll with this week's Number One song on the Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown, All Shook Up.

Enjoy!
Michael

This Week on Treasure Island Oldies - Week of April 7th, 2019

April 7^th to 13^th, 2019

1964 - what a year for great music! Also it's a historic year for music as well. It was the beginning of the British Music Invasion, and it marked the meteoric rise to the top for The Beatles. On this week's show the Spotlight Year is 1964 and the Top Five Countdown has The Beatles holding down every single song in the top five. It's a feat that never occurred before or since by any other artist or group. It was my great pleasure to bring you a four hour snapshot of the music from an amazing year. For the complete list of every song I played, go to the Listen page and scroll down for this week's Playlist. The only downside is that unless you heard the live show this week, the archive was corrupt and unable to be used by our affiliate radio stations. My sincere apologies; you sure missed a good one.

Next week on the show, it's the annual One Hit Wonders Special. Surprisingly, there were many artists whose brush with fame was fleeting. They my have reached number one on the chart or anywhere in between one and one hundred. The fascinating thing is that they never reappeared on the top 100 again. I'll feature those great records by artists who hit the chart one time only. Join me for the One Hit Wonders special next week beginning at 6 pm Pacific, 9 pm Eastern.

If your birthday is coming up soon, I'd like to help celebrate your special day on the show. Send the details to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com. I'll wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you.

Voice Your Choice spotlights Cliff Richard, one of the biggest ever British stars. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either We Don't Talk Anymore or Devil Woman. I'll play the winner in the third hour of next week's show.

This week the Top Five Countdown is from 1964, this week's Spotlight Year. Never before or since this week in 1964 has one artist claimed every position in the top five. The Beatles lay claim to history this week with Please Please Me, I Want To Hold Your Hand, She Loves You, Twist And Shout. In at Number One Can't Buy Me Love and it's playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Click here next week for the Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Have a good week.

Bye for now.
Michael

Cliff Richard Voice Your Choice - Treasure Island Oldies

Cliff Richard was born born Harry Rodger Webb on October 14, 1940 in Lucknow, India (of British parentage).  His family moved to England in 1948. As a teenager, he worked in skiffle groups during the mid-1950s. His backing band were called The Drifters but later changed their name to The Shadows, due to the American R&B group The Drifters. The Shadows disbanded in 1969.

To say Cliff Richard was successful in England would be a gross understatement. Superstar would be more appropriate as he had over 125 charted hits, including 14 #1 singles. He also became an actor starring in the British movies Expresso Bongo, The Young Ones, Summer Holiday and Wonderful Life.

In 1995 he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. What a career!

Next week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice presents Cliff Richard with just two of his many hit records.Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either We Don't Talk Anymore or Devil Woman. I'll play the winning song on next week's show.

The Beatles Own The Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown in 1964

It's 1964. The British Music Invasion is in full swing. This week history was made and never repeated since. The Beatles occupied the entire Top Five with Please Please Me, I Want To Hold Your Hand, She Loves You, and Twist And Shout.

Rounding out this unprecedented event, is their fastest rising single that within two weeks of release, went all the way to Number One.

Here are The Beatles with Can't Buy Me Love, Number One on the Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown.

Enjoy!
Michael

Island Update Week of March 31st, 2019

March 31^st to April 6^th, 2019

I'm glad you joined me for this week's show. The Spotlight Year for this week is 1965, a year filled with some fantastic songs, including the Top Five Countdown. For a complete list of songs I played this week, go to the Listen page and scroll down for the Playlist. It was also a week for tributes. Every hour I played one of the 10 big hits in the UK enjoyed by The Walker Brothers. Scott Walker, the lead singer of the group, passed away at age 76. More at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog. I also paid tribute to a friend and record industry colleague who passed away. Graham Powers had a remarkable career in the music industry in Canada. He headed up marketing at CBS Records and later MCA Records in Toronto. Prior to that though, Graham was the frontman for Montreal group, MG & The Escorts. I was pleased to play their debut 45, Please Don't Ever Change and also A Someday Fool, both from 1966. They were promoted a lot in Montreal on the Dave Boxer Show on CFCF 600, who also presented them in concert at the Bonaventure Curling Club in Pointe Claire, on the West Island of Montreal. 

Dave Boxer was a major radio personality in Montreal during the 1960s. His influence on me was such that it made me decide to also want to be a DJ on the radio. I found some rare clips of Dave Boxer on the air at CFCF Radio. I was pleased and honoured to play those clips that showed his style and personality. In recent years, we have become good friends and he is a regular every Sunday night in the Chat Room. Boy, was he ever surprised when I played a clip of him on the radio in 1968! Thanks to Dave Boxer for all the many years of being a great influence on me.

Happy Birthday wishes go out to my good friend, Frank Vandeven in Mission, British Columbia. Also, Happy Birthday to Ineyda Velasquez in Dade City, Florida. If your birthday is coming up soon, I'd like to help celebrate your special day on the show. Send the details to birthdays@treasureislandoldies.com. I'll wish you Happy Birthday on the air and also play Birthday by The Beatles for you.

Voice Your Choice spotlights Jack Scott. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either My True Love or What In The World's Come Over You. I'll play the winner in the third hour of next week's show.

This week the Top Five Countdown is from 1965, this week's Spotlight Year. The Number One song is by Motown's The Supremes. Stop! In The Name Of Love is playing at the Treasure Island Oldies Blog.

Click to hear this week's Rock and Roll News Podcast.

Have a good week.

Bye for now.
Michael

Jack Scott - Voice Your Choice

Jack Scott was born in Windsor, Ontario and became a very big recording artist but not a big star. He seemed to be the reluctant success story, as he didn't clamor for the spotlight, even though he ended up in the spotlight on many occasions. He appeared on the Hot 100 charts nineteen times. That is a huge feat for anyone.

Treasure Island Oldies is pleased to spotlight Jack Scott on Voice Your Choice. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either My True Love or What In The World's Come Over You. I'll play the winner on next week's show.

Michael

The Supremes - Number One Treasure Island Oldies Top Five Countdown 1965

This week on Treasure Island Oldies, the Top Five Countdown is from 1965, this week's Spotlight Year.

Continuing their amazing success streak, The Supremes are at the top of the chart this week. Singing their Number One smash, Stop! In The Name Of Love, here are Diana, Mary and Flo, The Supremes.

Enjoy!

Michael