Honoring Bobby Sherman: The Journey from Teen Idol to Lifesaving Hero
Bobby Sherman, one of the most beloved teen idols of the 1960s and 1970s, passed away on June 24, 2025, at the age of 81. His death marked the end…
Marcella by The Beach Boys
Released in June 1972 as a track on the Beach Boys’ album Carl and the Passions – “So Tough”, Marcella is a dynamic, soul-infused rock song that stands as a…
Love Is Over – Lou Christie (1970)
“Love Is Over” is a 1970 single by Lou Christie, released on Buddah Records as a 7-inch vinyl with “I’m Gonna Make You Mine” as its B-side in some markets,…
Hey Little Girl – Bobby Sherman (1965)
“Hey Little Girl,” released in 1965 by Decca Records, was an early single by Bobby Sherman, recorded during his pre-fame years before his ascent as a teen idol in the…
Shut Down by The Beach Boys
Released in March 1963 as a single and included on the Beach Boys’ albums Surfin’ U.S.A. and Little Deuce Coupe, Shut Down is a high-energy rock anthem that epitomizes the…
Jennifer – Bobby Sherman (1971)
“Jennifer,” released in November 1971 by Metromedia Records, was a single by Bobby Sherman, a prominent teen idol of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Born Robert Cabot Sherman Jr.…
Big Time – Lou Christie (1966)
“Big Time” is an energetic pop rock single by Lou Christie, released in 1966 under MGM Records. Known for his soaring falsetto and theatrical delivery, Christie delivers a bold, upbeat…
California Girls by The Beach Boys
Released in July 1965 as the lead single from the Beach Boys’ album Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!), California Girls is one of the band’s most iconic songs, epitomizing their…
Surfin’ Safari by The Beach Boys
Released in June 1962 as the title track and debut single from the Beach Boys’ first album, Surfin’ Safari, this song is a foundational anthem of the surf rock genre,…
Sloop John B by The Beach Boys
Released in March 1966 as a single and included on the Beach Boys’ seminal album Pet Sounds, Sloop John B is a distinctive track in the band’s catalog, blending folk…