Wednesday, January 31, 2018

...And as Years Go By: Canadian Top 50 January 26, 1974

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January 1974.  On the date of this chart, the Global Television Network was launched.  The intention was to be an outlet for Canadian-produc...
Thursday, January 25, 2018

An Old Man Abroad: UKT40 January 16, 1999 Part Two

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Big finish now. 2 0 - "Good Rhymes," Da Click Rap-dance that samples Chic.  The familiar sounds make it listenable. 19 - ...
Wednesday, January 24, 2018

An Old Man Abroad: UKT40 January 16, 1999 Part One

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January 1999.  The Euro currency is launched, but Britain opts to keep the pound.  Was this an early sign that they weren't quite all in...
Saturday, January 20, 2018

An Old Man Abroad: UKT40 January 8, 1972

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Second half. 20 - "Sing a Song of Freedom," Cliff Richard  Yep, him again, this time with this peacenik anthem.  Sounds like th...
Monday, January 15, 2018

An Old Man Abroad: UKT40 January 8, 1972 Part One

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1972 in Britain began with a seven-week coal miners' strike.  It was considered a victory for the workers over the Conservative party.  ...
Wednesday, January 10, 2018

...And As Years Go By: The Canadian Top 200 of 1979

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First of all, you'll notice the name change.  I just decided it was time, especially since these entries haven't had anything to do ...
Saturday, December 30, 2017

GATW: UKT40 December 28, 1995 Part Two

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The last of the last. 20 - "Wrap Her Up," Elton John Elton and George Michael sing about famous women they'd like to take h...