I
have to give a shout out to The Reverend Al Green, so nicknamed because
– why not? The man needs some sort of title with all that talent. “Here
I Am (Come and Take Me)” came out at the end of 1973. Wrongfully, I
believe, that was his last album to be certified gold. The man’s music
is not in my collection, something I ought to rectify.
Today’s manufactured band is called Ground Zero.
Born in the Cold War era, they continue touring on material from a single
album. And that can happen. Just check out the Skatenigs (WARNING: the video
below has mature language and is definitely NOT safe for work).
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All the real tunes air on member supported WNKU out of
the University of
Northern Kentucky. The web page features the current playlist and live streaming.
Well, Ground Zero has always been a favorite of mine. We used to listen on the 8 track, at school, while we practiced duck and cover dance routines. We were kids, give us a break, making light of the cold war.
ReplyDeleteHahahahaha! I just realized my video is missing. ~sigh~ Thank you for the chuckle, my dear.
DeleteAnd the real and fake bands just keep rocking on! Great post.
ReplyDeleteThank you, my dear! I hope you are having a blessed day.
DeleteAhhhh. Al Green. Great sound! Did you know that he really is an ordained pastor? Yup. 1976 ordained pastor of the Full Gospel Tabernacle in Memphis. He also did some gospel albums, his first being released in 1980. Excellent post today!
ReplyDelete~Mary
Jingle Jangle Jungle
#AtoZChallenge 1970's Billboard Hits
So glad you approve, Mary. And thanks for the information. Mine was incomplete. Be well!
DeleteI have actually heard of Al Green :) Great voice.
ReplyDeleteI agree! Happy blogging, my dear.
DeleteA true legend! What a voice. Thanks for stopping by my blog.
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure, Nick! You are a talented writer. Thanks for reciprocating.
DeleteAh, Ground Zero is a great name. Party at Ground Zero, anyone?
ReplyDeleteThanks! At one time I lived near one when Miamisburg, Oho served as a monitoring station for the United States nuclear stockpile. I figured on getting one last hooray there if things hit the fan. Thanks for the kind words!
DeleteGreat job for G!
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