One Hit Wonders

Carl Douglas

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

In 1974 Carl was working with the producer Biddu and found himself in need of a b-side for his song I Want To Give You My Everything He literally whipped off Kung Fu Fighting and recorded it in 10 minutes. The A&R department at the label heard it and released it as an A-side. The […]

Last news on: December, 12 2019
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Harold Faltermeyer

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

The guy who did Axel F. Harold Faltermeyer was Giorgio Moroder’s in-house studio programmer during the 70’s “disco” phase. Cleverly invested his earnings into the legendary “fairlight” sampling system, and went into soundtrack work. Was heavily involved in American Gigalo (1980) but remained uncredited. Massive smash success with Axel F single, which is the “theme” […]

Last news on: January, 01 2020
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Nelson

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

They are mainly known for their 1990 hit (Can’t Live Without Your) Love and Respect. Which went #1 in the US. They are also listed in the Guiness Book Of World Records as the third generation of “the only family in history to have unleashed three successive generations of #1 hitmakers Nelson’s grandparents were Ozzy […]

Last news on: January, 01 2020
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Big Country

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

Early-to-mid 80’s Celtic rockers whose hit In A Big Country sold over 3 million copies, earned them a slot at the Wembley side of Live Aid and were once musical guests on Saturday Night Live

Last news on: December, 12 2019
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Dave Loggins

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

Dave Loggins wrote and sang Please Come To Boston in 1974, peaked in the US at #5. Cousin of Kenny Loggins.

Last news on: January, 01 2020
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The Singing Nun

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

This 30ish,Belgian, Dominican Nun known as Sister Luc-Gabrielle became an international star in 1964 with her #1 hit record Dominique However, Sister Luc-Gabrielle-now billed as Soeur Sourire (Sister Smile) felt uncomfortable with her new-found celebrity and retreated from performing in 1965. 2 years later she left the convent to pursue a new life as a […]

Last news on: December, 12 2019
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Tommy Tutone

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

Early eighties power-pop band founded and led by Tommy Heath and Jim Keller, most remembered for their hit 867-5309 a.k.a. Jenny.

Last news on: December, 12 2019
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Suzanne Fellini

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

(By Request): “I am curious what ever happened to Suzanne Fellini. She was a singer who put out an album in 1980 called “Suzanne Fellini” It was on Casablanca Records. The big hit from the album was Love on the Phone. I thought the rest of the album was good also. Apparently this was her […]

Last news on: December, 12 2019
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Vanilla Ice

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

Pre-dated Eminem by a decade as the first “white” rapper to hit the charts with 2 top-10 albums and a (failed) feature film. He was also an accomplished motorcycle racer and named by People magazine as one of the “50 most beautiful people” of 1990.

Last news on: December, 12 2019
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Norm Greenbaum

Submitted by: Bob Sacamano

Recorded Spirit in the Sky and had a minor follow-on hit Canned Ham in the 60’s.

Last news on: January, 01 2020
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