The Radiants were a Chicago group that deserved more success than they had
Ken Shane
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Ken Shane lives in Narragansett, R.I. He is a freelance writer and far and away the oldest Popdose writer. In fact, he may be the oldest writer, period. He wants you to know that he generally does not share his colleagues' love for the music of the '80s, and he does not forgive them for loving it. (Ken passed away in November 2022. R.I.P. —Ed.)
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Popdose hosts the exclusive video premiere of “Je Suis Strange” by the legendary Suburbs.
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Bob Kuban & the In-Men were on the verge of major success when fate intervened.
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In the capable hands of Christian McBride this year’s Newport Jazz Festival was one for the ages
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In 1964 Little Anthony & the Imperials began a run of four straight hit singles
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Richard Berry wrote and recorded the original version of rock’s most legendary song
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Popdose is proud to host the exclusive video premiere of “Turn Around” by Sam Huber
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The muscular Tempts or the slow-burning Al Green. Which version is your favorite?
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He had never had much commercial success but Young Jessie released one of the coolest records ever in 1955
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Ruby and the Romantics set the charts on fire with a bossa nova flavored hit in 1963
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The Tams released a Carolina beach music classic in 1968
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Billy Ward launched a new era of frankness in lyrics and the careers of two future superstars
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The Marvelows sent a soul classic up the charts in 1965
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Rhino Entertainment celebrates the 60th anniversary of Stax with a budget-friendly series of compilations and reissues
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Popdose hosts the new video from Philadelphia’s Cold Roses
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Shades of Blue had an Edwin Starr-written hit in ’66
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The Commodores scored hit after hit in the ’70s and ’80s
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“Flash Light” was the first #1 hit for any group in the Clinton empire
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The Del-Vikings were an important group for reasons beyond music
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On May 4, 1970 four students were murdered at Kent State in Ohio
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Shirley & Lee hit big in ’56, Shirley scored again with an early disco hit in ’74
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One great song, two great versions. Which is your favorite? Vote now.
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Jewel Akens was a one-hit wonder, but what a hit it was
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Peaches #1 (of 7) & Herb had their first hit with an American Songbook classic
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Howard Tate teamed up with the legendary Jerry Ragovoy for a string of ’60s hits
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Judy Clay was known for her duet hits but she had much more to offer
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Beginning at the tender age of two, Betty Wright has crafted a legendary career
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Lenny Welch was on his way to a big career until fate intervened
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Darrell Banks had a hit in ’66, but his life was cut short before he reached his full potential
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The Players scored with a Vietnam War-themed single in 1966