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Tie a Yellow Ribbon: Tony Orlando’s 1973 hit that captured hearts and defined an Era

August 12, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

In the annals of pop music history, few songs have resonated as deeply and widely as “Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree” by Tony Orlando and Dawn. Released in 1973, this catchy […]

Yarbrough and Peoples’ Don’t Stop the Music became a global R&B anthem in the early ’80s

August 11, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

Yarbrough and Peoples’ 1980 hit “Don’t Stop the Music” stands as a quintessential example of early 80s R&B and funk, a genre that defined an era of dance music and soulful grooves. This song, with […]

George McCrae’s Rock Your Baby – The Disco Hit that defined 1974 and conquered Global Charts

August 11, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

George McCrae’s 1974 hit “Rock Your Baby” is often credited as one of the pioneering songs that helped establish disco music as a dominant genre in the mid-1970s. Released in June 1974, the song’s infectious […]

Stayin’ Alive: How the Bee Gees smash hit ignited a global disco craze that still resonates today

August 9, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

The late 1970s were a time of seismic shifts in popular music, with disco music rising to prominence as the soundtrack of a generation. At the heart of this explosion was “Stayin’ Alive” by the […]

Blondie’s Heart of Glass: The Global Smash Hit That Defined an Era in the 70s and 80s

August 2, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

In 1979, Blondie released “Heart of Glass,” a song that would become a defining moment in the band’s career and a massive hit on both sides of the Atlantic and around the world. This track […]

Joe le Taxi Launches Vanessa Paradis to Stardom: A Global 80s Hit That Defined French Pop

August 1, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

In the late 1980s and early 1990s, French pop music saw a transformative moment with the release of Vanessa Paradis’s hit single “Joe le Taxi.” This song not only marked a significant point in Paradis’s […]

Stevie Wonder’s Sir Duke: A Global Hit and Tribute to Jazz Legend Duke Ellington

July 31, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

In 1977, Stevie Wonder released “Sir Duke,” a track that not only celebrated the legendary Duke Ellington but also cemented Wonder’s place in the pantheon of great American musicians. Released under the Tamla label, a […]

Hotel California by The Eagles: An unforgettable 1970s rock anthem with universal, enduring appeal

July 30, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

“Hotel California,” a song by The Eagles, is one of the most iconic rock hits ever produced. Released as a single in early 1977, the track quickly captivated listeners with its haunting melody, evocative lyrics, […]

KC and the Sunshine Band’s Give It Up reigned as a global summer hit in 1983, a major comeback.

July 28, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

KC and the Sunshine Band, known for their infectious blend of funk, disco, and pop, struck gold once again with their 1983 hit “Give It Up.” This song not only marked a significant comeback for […]

The Rolling Stones and Their Hit Emotional Rescue: A New Departure for the Legendary Rock Band

July 28, 2024 Capitol.fm World Station Comments Off

The Rolling Stones, often hailed as one of the greatest rock bands of all time, have a storied history of musical evolution and reinvention. In 1980, they released “Emotional Rescue,” a track that marked a […]