Edgar Button sang ” Blow the Candle Out” in a recording made by Peter Kennedy for the BBC on 16 July 1956 at The Eel’s Foot, Thebberton, near Leiston, Suffolk.Continue readingBlow the Candle Out
When Irish Eyes Are Smiling
“When Irish Eyes Are Smiling” is a lighthearted song in tribute to Ireland. Its lyrics were written by Chauncey Olcott and George Graff, Jr., set to music composed by ErnestContinue readingWhen Irish Eyes Are Smiling
Peace in the Valley
“Peace in the Valley” is a 1939 song written by Thomas A. Dorsey, originally for Mahalia Jackson. Its full title is “There’ll Be Peace In The Valley For Me”. TheContinue readingPeace in the Valley
Peggy Sue
“Peggy Sue” is a rock and roll song written by Jerry Allison and Norman Petty, and recorded and released as a single by Buddy Holly in early July of 1957.Continue readingPeggy Sue
Hello Mary Lou
“Hello Mary Lou” is a song written by U.S. singer Gene Pitney first recorded by Johnny Duncan in 1960, and later by Ricky Nelson in 1961. Nelson’s version, issued asContinue readingHello Mary Lou
Everyday
Everyday ” is a song written by Buddy Holly and Norman Petty, recorded by Buddy Holly and the Crickets on May 29, 1957, and released on September 20, 1957, asContinue readingEveryday
Don’t Be Cruel
“Don’t Be Cruel” is a song recorded by Elvis Presley and written by Otis Blackwell in 1956. It was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002. “Don’t BeContinue readingDon’t Be Cruel
Bye Bye Love
“Bye Bye Love” is a popular song written by Felice and Boudleaux Bryant and published in 1957. It is best known in a debut recording by the Everly Brothers, issuedContinue readingBye Bye Love
Be-Bop-a-Lula
“Be-Bop-a-Lula” is a rockabilly song first recorded in 1956 by Gene Vincent and His Blue Caps. The writing of the song is credited to Gene Vincent and his manager, BillContinue readingBe-Bop-a-Lula
When They Ring Those Golden Bells
When They Ring Those Golden Bells (also known as There’s a Land Beyond the River or When They Ring the Golden Bells) is a prominent American gospel and bluegrass songContinue readingWhen They Ring Those Golden Bells