Do you think the “Story of Pop” includes “Jimmy” Hendrix? Well, it doesn’t, because he doesn’t exist! A1 Foundations– In The Bad Bad Old Days A2 Bob And Earl– Harlem ShuffleA3 Lovin’ Spoonful– Summer In The City A4 Harpers Bizarre– … Continue reading The 28 April Night Tread of “The Story of Pop Vol. 2 by K-Tel”
Bom dia, boa tarde, e boa noite, meus ‘Cados! This is the Brazilian Gringo (aka Ice Cream Planet) and if you are reading this, I’m taking the Celpe-Bras exam. It is the only Certification of Proficiency in Portuguese that is … Continue reading The Day Thread Takes the Celpe-Bras
In 1971, Donny Osmond was 14 years old telling a “little girl” that she should “go away”. Gross. Sweet And Innocent 2:49I’m Your Puppet 2:48Hey Little Girl 2:38I Knew You When 2:48Go Away Little Girl 2:42Big Man 2:36We Can Make … Continue reading The 27 April Night Thread of “Superstar by Donny Osmond” by K-Tel
Today marks the 35th anniversary of the erotic thriller, A Kiss Before Dying. The film was written and directed by James Dearden (the Oscar-nominated screenwriter of Fatal Attraction), loosely adapted from Ira Levin’s acclaimed debut novel. It starred Matt Dillon … Continue reading The Day Thread Remembers “A Kiss Before Dying” (1991)
I think the most amazing thing about Sha Na Na is that they existed for 53 years, and when they wrapped up they managed to have two members who were there from the beginning to the end… which is two … Continue reading The 25 April Night Thread of “Sha Na Na’s 20 Greatest Rock-N-Roll Hits” by K-Tel
The author reviews a personal project focused on watching all 44 films produced by Merchant Ivory, a team known for period pieces. Over two months, they watched these films in chronological order, discovering favorites and some disappointments. They share a list of their top ten films and invite discussion on individual titles. Continue reading Day Thread of Every Tora-san Film
K-Tel released this compilation in Australia in 1973. Yes, that Avocado sticker is covering up what you think it is. Traditionally, other nations didn’t have the relationship with blackface that the United States has had, but even in the 70’s … Continue reading The 22 April Night Thread of “Souled Out!” by K-Tel
In 1973, our good friends at K-Tel released “50 Children’s Favorites”. Fifty songs guaranteed to drive your parents insane. A1 Breezy Theme Shortnin’ BreadA2 Sing A Song Of SixpenceA3 Buffalo GirlsA4 Little Bo PeepA5 Old Mac DonaldA6 Twinkle Twinkle Little … Continue reading The 21 April Night Thread of “50 Children’s Favorites” by K-Tel
I remembered that I was doing native (to North Carolina) plant OTs for a bit, so here’s another one! Schweinitz’s Sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii) is an extremely rare wild flower in the aster family. It can grow up to 9 feet … Continue reading The 4/18 Schweinitz’s Sunflower Day Thread
Almost as good as the action figures within the box were the bios of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles characters. Obviously lusting after the toys you didn’t have was great, but I’ll be damned if I didn’t cut out those character … Continue reading Night Thread of Vital Statistics: 15 April 2026
In 1991, Marvel published its second series of Marvel Universe trading cards. You could learn the bios and vital statistics of your favorite heroes, and also Darkhawk. But what I really want to point out is that Aunt May can’t … Continue reading Power Ratings Day Thread: 15 April 2026
The author reviews a personal project focused on watching all 44 films produced by Merchant Ivory, a team known for period pieces. Over two months, they watched these films in chronological order, discovering favorites and some disappointments. They share a list of their top ten films and invite discussion on individual titles. Continue reading Day Thread of Every Merchant Ivory Film
This collection released in Canada in 1972 was sold as three LPs or two 8-Track cartridges, with the most unimpressive “cover art” you’ve ever seen. Fun fact, all of these songs were re-written to be about Jesus Christ and featured … Continue reading The 04 February Night Thread of “60 Flash-Back Greats of the Sixties” by K-Tel
No, you’re not going crazy. In fact, there is no Volume 1… although K-Tel International (a subsidiary ran from Frankfurt, London, and Dublin) released a 20 Explosive Hits. The thing that always tickles me about these collections is just the … Continue reading The 03 February Night Thread of “22 Explosive Hits Volume Two” by K-Tel
Released in 1972, this K-Tel collection celebrates everyone’s favorites from the 50’s! I feel like in 1972, these songs were probably not “cool”. I will always love Cash’s “Don’t Take Your Guns to Town”, my dad used to perform it … Continue reading The 02 February Night Thread of “20 All Time Greats of the 50’s” by K-Tel
It’s “You Don’t Have To Say You Love Me” by Dusty Springfield. Continue reading The 02/02 Day Thread Of The Song Currently Playing In The Cafe Where I Am
“But Skull Ring,” I hear you complain, “You just did this two days ago!” Au contrare, mon frere. In 1972, K-Tel released another compilation with the exact same title, and nearly identical artwork, but a completely different track list. It … Continue reading The 01 February Night Thread of “25 Polka & Waltz Greats” by K-Tel (Again?!)
“Didn’t Skull Ring already do this one on April 10th of 2025?” I hear you cry. No, this is a different one than that one. That was 25 Polka Greats Volume 1 (to which there was no Volume 2). This … Continue reading The 30 January Night Thread of “25 Polka & Waltz Greats” by K-Tel
This marks one of the rare times when K-Tel puts out a compilation of a single group and not just a cash grab of 20 popular songs. Don’t be dismayed– there’s still 20 songs. The Irish Rovers are a Canadian … Continue reading The 29 January Night Thread of “The Irish Rovers Special” by K-Tel
K-Tel released this gem in 1972 in Canada, and launched a billion rockabilly bands by accident. There’s only five here I don’t know, but maybe I would if I actually heard them. A1 Chuck Berry– MaybellineA2 Gene Vincent– Be Bop-A-LulaA3 … Continue reading The 28 January Night Thread of “25 Rock Revival Greats Vol. 2” by K-Tel
Forty, count ’em, FORTY songs! About 6 of them are good. 20 Electrifying HitsA1 Ray Stevens– Everything Is BeautifulA2 Tokens– Lion Sleeps Tonight A3 Beverly Bremers– Don’t Say You Don’t Remember A4 Stylistics– You Are EverythingA5 Ronnie Dyson– Why Can’t … Continue reading The 27 January Night Thread of “20 Electrifying Hits (Plus Bonus 20 Hits of the 60’s)” by K-Tel
