Tunes: Uncovered, Memphis, TN (2024)

11/30/2024

Billy Joel's 52nd Street, released in 1978, was chock full of great songs. This episode's uncovered tune is Zanzibar and it's a great one. Not necessarily a song that sounds like his others but one that paints a great picture. Starting out as something completely different, the final result is one of his best. Billy's most recent video

Billy Joel’s 52nd Street, released in 1978, was chock full of great songs. This episode’s uncovered tune is Zanzibar and it’s a great one. Not necessarily a song that sounds like …

11/16/2024

Back in the late 70's and early 80's there were plenty of great albums released. This episode is about one of those albums and an equally great song. During a hiatus from Kansas, Steve Walsh put together another band, called them Streets, and released two very good albums. If Love Should Go is off the debut album titled Streets. It's one of our favorite songs and we think you'll enjoy it as well.

Back in the late 70’s and early 80’s there were plenty of great albums released. This episode is about one of those albums and an equally great song. During a hiatus from Kansas, Steve …

11/02/2024

Lasting almost twice as long as the actual Civil War, THE Civil Wars was made up of two gifted singer/songwriters who released several albums, EPs and won four Grammys. Not bad for eight years work. Barton Hollow is off their 2011 album of the same name. Did I mention four Grammys? A true uncovered tune in this early release in their catalog, one we hope you enjoy!

Lasting almost twice as long as the actual Civil War, THE Civil Wars was made up of two gifted singer/songwriters who released several albums, EPs and won four Grammys. Not bad for eight years work…

10/19/2024

As we have mentioned before, the mid to late 80's were a wonderful time to be in Memphis. The local music scene was as large as it ever was, and this episode's artist was a big part of that. Rob Jungklas' Memphis Thing was all over the radio waves. Also on his 1986 Closer to the Flame album was Make It Mean Something. Lyrically, musically and everything in between made this song a favorite of ours.

As we have mentioned before, the mid to late 80’s were a wonderful time to be in Memphis. The local music scene was as large as it ever was, and this episode’s artist was a big part of …

10/05/2024

If you've been waiting for a classic R&B song, the wait is over. Off of Al Green's 1972 album I'm Still In Love With You comes this tour deforce, Love and Happiness. Released first in the UK and later (5 years later!) in the US, this song is listed on many a top songs lists of the 70's and of all time....

If you’ve been waiting for a classic R&B song, the wait is over. Off of Al Green’s 1972 album I’m Still In Love With You comes this tour deforce, Love and Happiness. Released …

09/21/2024

The 80's were an amazing time for music in Memphis. Spawning out of The Breaks, Suzanne Jerome Taylor and Pat Taylor created their next band, Drama. Although the band was short-lived, with only one album released, the music was very well done. Suzanne's silky voice and Pat's tasteful guitar put together a solid set of songs. Why Did Forever Have to End is just one of those tunes.

The 80’s were an amazing time for music in Memphis. Spawning out of The Breaks, Suzanne Jerome Taylor and Pat Taylor created their next band, Drama. Although the band was short-lived, with on…

09/07/2024

In our first of four shows dedicated to Memphis artists, we have one by Drew Holcomb. He and his band formed in 2005 and have put out some of the best "Americana" music of the past few decades. While this song may not be his typical music style, it's a great song. And you can't go wrong with a song that has a horn section.

In our first of four shows dedicated to Memphis artists, we have one by Drew Holcomb. He and his band formed in 2005 and have put out some of the best “Americana” music of the past few …

08/24/2024

If you watched more than 30 minutes of MTV back in the 80's you are familiar with Patty Smyth. The cute and bubbly lead singer of Scandal looked tougher than the Go Go's girls and sweeter than Joan Jett, but boy could she sing. After Scandal disbanded she set out on a solo career that saw her hit the charts with The Warrior and Sometimes Love Just Ain't Enough with Don Henley.

If you watched more than 30 minutes of MTV back in the 80’s you are familiar with Patty Smyth. The cute and bubbly lead singer of Scandal looked tougher than the Go Go’s girls and sweet…

08/10/2024

Off Stevie's 19th studio album, 1980's Hotter Than July, comes a melancholy tune entitled Lately. Released as a single it reached the charts but was more of a sleeper hit than his other releases. One of our national treasures, Stevie has stopped touring but luckily we have his recorded catalog to play on repeat.

Off Stevie’s 19th studio album, 1980’s Hotter Than July, comes a melancholy tune entitled Lately. Released as a single it reached the charts but was more of a sleeper hit than his other…

07/27/2024

From movie scores to Yes albums to all musical points in between Trevor Rabin can do it all. His songs gave Yes their biggest album to date and you've heard his music in places you weren't even aware of. Trevor's 4th solo album, released in 1989, produced a top 5 hit along with I Can't Look Away, his guitar tour-de-force. If you like big sounds and great production, you'll love the song we discuss on today's episode.

From movie scores to Yes albums to all musical points in between Trevor Rabin can do it all. His songs gave Yes their biggest album to date and you’ve heard his music in places you weren& #821…

07/13/2024

Just a few hours down I-40 there once was a band that had catchy songs and great production but you probably haven't heard of them. The Silver Seas released five albums and today's episode revolves around their 3rd release, Chateau Revenge and it's track What's The Drawback? If you hear a little ELO, you're not alone. Although not currently together The Silver Seas had a solid catalog of music which stands up today.

Just a few hours down I-40 there once was a band that had catchy songs and great production but you probably haven’t heard of them. The Silver Seas released five albums and today’s epis…

06/29/2024

One of Elvis' more rocking tunes, One Night (With You), was a hit for the singer in 1957. Written by Dave Bartholomew, Pearl King, and Anita Steinman, it was an R&B hit for Smiley Lewis in 1956. Elvis took the original lyrics, made a few small but weighty changes, and the rest is history. His rendition was a staple of his shows from that point on and one of the best recorded versions is from the 68 Comeback Special.

One of Elvis’ more rocking tunes, One Night (With You), was a hit for the singer in 1957. Written by Dave Bartholomew, Pearl King, and Anita Steinman, it was an R&B hit for Smiley Lewis i…

06/15/2024

1986 was a very good year for Memphis music. You could hear a different AMAZING band just about every night in a local club. Good Question was undoubtedly one of those bands. While a part of Memphis will remember "Jane" my favorite track off of their 1986 Thin Disguise album is Catcher in the Rain. From the catchy chorus to the solid production, it's one of my all time favorite songs. Find the album online and buy it, you will not be disappointed.

1986 was a very good year for Memphis music. You could hear a different AMAZING band just about every night in a local club. Good Question was undoubtedly one of those bands. While a part of Memphi…

06/01/2024

In our second of a four part series on Memphis music, we put the spotlight on John Kilzer. John first came to the attention of the Memphis public, at least the sporting public, as a Memphis Tiger, playing on the basketball team. After a stint as an English teacher he decided music was the path forward for him. And bot, are we glad he did....

In our second of a four part series on Memphis music, we put the spotlight on John Kilzer. John first came to the attention of the Memphis public, at least the sporting public, as a Memphis Tiger, …

05/18/2024

Back in the late 80's there was a plethora of good dance oriented music being released. This episode's uncovered tune is a part of that amazing material. Kevin Paige's debut album released in 1989 spawned two top 40 hits and Anything I Want was one of them. A very tight band, sparkling production and a very danceable groove made this song run up the charts. take a listen as Mark & Carey discuss one of Memphis' own hit makers.

Back in the late 80’s there was a plethora of good dance oriented music being released. This episode’s uncovered tune is a part of that amazing material. Kevin Paige’s debut album…

05/04/2024

This artist really needs no introduction. Glen Campbell was part of the Wrecking Crew, part time Beach Boy and host of one of the best 70's variety shows, the Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour. His list of hits spans decades. This song, Walls, was off of his Live From The Troubadour release, which when released in 2021 was 4 years after his death. Pull up an easy chair and reacquaint yourself with a real troubadour.

This artist really needs no introduction. Glen Campbell was part of the Wrecking Crew, part time Beach Boy and host of one of the best 70’s variety shows, the Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour. His…

04/20/2024

Our pick for this episode comes from the Jayhawks' 1995 album From The Green Grass. The song is Blue. If George Harrison had been into Americana music he could have written this song. Pop sensibilities along with a catchy chorus, smart lyrics, and layered vocals makes for a memorable tune. As soon as you hear the song you'll swear you've heard it before but can't remember where.

Our pick for this episode comes from the Jayhawks’ 1995 album From The Green Grass. The song is Blue. If George Harrison had been into Americana music he could have written this song. Pop sen…

04/06/2024

Take yourself back to the late 70's. Open collar shirts, gold chains and smooth music you listen to in your Camaro with the hood art. Good times. Today's song by Gino Vannelli fits that scenario and then some. Nightwalker, off Gino's 1981 album of the same name, didn't get much airplay but is a great example of solid songwriting and production....

Take yourself back to the late 70’s. Open collar shirts, gold chains and smooth music you listen to in your Camaro with the hood art. Good times. Today’s song by Gino Vannelli fits that…