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*There are many songs about towns...both big and small. This one captures the essence of nostalgia, longing and the bittersweet experience of growing up in a small one. Our protagonist's struggle to pursue his own dreams while being weighed down by the expectations of others is on full display. This 1975 track peaked at #9 and won a grammy for Best Arrangement Accompanying Vocalists. Name the artists and the track...
*Barbed wire, gravediggers, stained glass and matrimony all came together in a video for this 1982 track. With such a barrage of inherent symbolism, all kinds of questions are raised. What's going on? What's this song about? We probably won't resolve anything, but we will rock to a track that implies...rock! Name the song and the artist... *This artist does covers and does covers well...Her first one released in 1994 earned a Grammy nomination. Her second like album came 21 years later and included efforts on songs from folks like Tom Waits, Robbie Robertson, Paul Simon, John Fogerty and even, The Boss, Bruce Springsteen. Name the artist... *I'm not quite certain how long it took to write certain classic songs back in the day, but this combination of lyrics, music and vibe had to take a while. With lyrics presented..."like a hurricane around your heart when earth and sky are torn apart", there is the suggestion that despite the existing chaos, there is still hope for unity and understanding. 1970 gave us this most excellent song from this British band's 4th album. Name the band and extra credit for the name of the song.... BATTLE OF THE BANDS White Wedding by Billy Idol vs Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad by Meatloaf ANSWERS 1. Simon & Garfunkel, My Little Town 2. Billy Idol, White Wedding 3. Shawn Colvin 4. Traffic, Freedom Rider Battle of the Bands : Meatloaf won with 55% of the votes
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*This artist may have made his biggest impact on the country rock sound behind the scenes or in a supporting role to some of the bigger pop names of the 70's. He had an impressive and critically acclaimed series of solo albums that have unfortunately disappeared from music fans' radar. The artist was born in Detroit, but was raised in Amarillo, Texas, which explains his stylistic roots. He brought all that talent to California to make his mark. Name the artist...
*The concept for this artist's 3rd solo album in 2006 was clear with a tip-off from the album's title. He had the road in mind. While the album does seem to be ideal for road trips, there is some gear changing to a bittersweet acoustic vibe as well. And the collection of tracks does lend itself to the artist's vibe from the past with his band. Name the artist and extra credit for the name of the album and even the name of his previous band... *We'll enjoy a song that is divided into 2 sections...the first running 3:35 and the second at 3:21. There are many purposeful lyrics contained in this track, but one has solid connection with a Beatle. And that Beatles would be John Lennon who had a rather large influence on this band. Name the band and extra credit for the name of the song... *Early in the 2000's, this artist experienced one of his periodic revivals thanks to the legions of contemporary country singers indebted to his sunny, relaxed party music. He would go on to record a number of collaborations with country artists and we'll get into a most excellent one during encore time this evening. Name the artist... BATTLE OF THE BANDS Fly Like An Eagle by Steve Miller Band vs Fins by Jimmy Buffett ANSWERS 1. J. D. Souther 2. Tom Petty, Highway Companion, Heartbreakers 3. Yes, I’ve Seen All Good People 4. Jimmy Buffettt Battle of the Bands : Steve Miller Band won with 53% of the votes *We'll enjoy the last big hit for this midwestern band from 1974 as the group ended...breaking up in 1976. Their last album released that year was produced by none other than Frank Zappa. The song's protagonist has met the girl of his dreams, but at an awkward time in his life, meaning he may have to let her go. Name the band and extra credit for the name of the group's last big hit...
*This exceptional 1973 track tells the story of a mysterious and captivating woman who captures the narrator's attention and imagination. The lyrics depict a nostalgic memory of their first encounter, where he first saw her walking across the delta towards her desolate and isolated dwelling. Name the band and extra credit for the name of the song... *We'll play a song from one of the most prolific songwriter/artist teams of our prime music years. The wife of the artist's manager was pregnant at the time and the writer of the song suggested the title of the track for the baby's name...if a baby girl. The artist became the godfather of the girl named after this track. Name the artist and extra credit for the name of the baby girl... *A song about 'the one who got away' will grace our ears this evening. The singer wonders if his long-lost love remembers him the way he remembers her. The song was written by this British band's guitarist/singer who shared it was indeed inspired by a real person, but one that would remain nameless. The song became really popular because of the concept of it and how so many people shared such an experience. Name the band that included this song in one of their later albums in 1986... BATTLE OF THE BANDS Talking Back to the Night by Steve Winwood vs In The City by Joe Walsh ANSWERS 1. Grand Funk Railroad, Bad Time 2. Doobie Brothers, Dark Eyed Cajun Woman 3. Elton John, Amoreena 4. The Moody Blues, Your Wildest Dreams Battle of the Bands : Joe Walsh won with 57% of the votes |
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