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The 100 Greatest Songs of 1976 #1. Foreplay/Long Time (2 Viewers)
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timschochet
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1. Boston “Foreplay/Long Time” (from Boston)
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My #1 tune of the year is one that, after all these years, I’ve never grown tired of. I love everything about it, the dramatic instrumental first part, the slow buildup to the incredibly satisfying guitar solo for the ages, the main song with its brilliant interplay between acoustic and electric. Just so so good, for me it’s clearly at the top of the list.
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My #1 tune of the year is one that, after all these years, I’ve never grown tired of. I love everything about it, the dramatic instrumental first part, the slow buildup to the incredibly satisfying guitar solo for the ages, the main song with its brilliant interplay between acoustic and electric. Just so so good, for me it’s clearly at the top of the list.
timschochet
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So that will do it for 1976. I know that a lot of people disagreed with the order of my selections and a few I left out. Always happens. But I really enjoy the feedback nonetheless.
That also finishes up the 70s for me. I’m thinking of doing a 70s movie list next. We’ll see.
That also finishes up the 70s for me. I’m thinking of doing a 70s movie list next. We’ll see.
Don Quixote
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I’m partial to his “Wild is the Wind” from Station to Station too, but that may just be the Nina Simone lover in me.
New Binky the Doormat
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thanks tim!
really enjoyed it - brought back a ton of good memories
really enjoyed it - brought back a ton of good memories
Mrs. Rannous
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"More than a Feeling" seems to be the popular choice, but I prefer this one.1. Boston “Foreplay/Long Time” (from Boston)
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My #1 tune of the year is one that, after all these years, I’ve never grown tired of. I love everything about it, the dramatic instrumental first part, the slow buildup to the incredibly satisfying guitar solo for the ages, the main song with its brilliant interplay between acoustic and electric. Just so so good, for me it’s clearly at the top of the list.
zamboni
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Thanks for doing all these. Kind of bummed that's it for the '70s, but would be good to do another music-related one from the decade that isn't year specific.
Pip's Invitation
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I like Rubberband Man. Wouldn’t have it in the top 3, but maybe in the top 20.
Pip's Invitation
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Teenage me was all about this song. Excellent choice. Thanks for doing this and putting up with our razzing.1. Boston “Foreplay/Long Time” (from Boston)
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My #1 tune of the year is one that, after all these years, I’ve never grown tired of. I love everything about it, the dramatic instrumental first part, the slow buildup to the incredibly satisfying guitar solo for the ages, the main song with its brilliant interplay between acoustic and electric. Just so so good, for me it’s clearly at the top of the list.
Don Quixote
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I do think a lot of good material for some leftovers if someone pulled it together. In the international space, off the top of my head, I can think of two of my top three Jorge Ben songs from my MAD 31 list, and also also some stuff out of Nigeria that made my MAD 31 worldwide list.
Ghost Rider
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Foreplay/Long Time is still all kinds of amazing, so a great number 1 pick for sure.
But wait, nothing from Dreamboat Annie made it?? Woah.
A few other notable songs that missed the cut:
Crystal Ball by Styx
Kid Charlemagne by Steely Dan
I won't quibble about the great songs missed by Camel and Genesis since those are all from prog rock albums that weren't exactly mainstream.
But wait, nothing from Dreamboat Annie made it?? Woah.
A few other notable songs that missed the cut:
Crystal Ball by Styx
Kid Charlemagne by Steely Dan
I won't quibble about the great songs missed by Camel and Genesis since those are all from prog rock albums that weren't exactly mainstream.
Pip's Invitation
Footballguy
Released in Canada in 1975 -- may have been disqualified under Tim's criteria.
Ghost Rider
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Okay, but he allegedly focuses on when songs are released as singles, and Crazy on You was released as a single in the spring of '76, in both Canada and the US. Magic Man is a little dicier as that was a single in Canada in '75, but here in the States in '76. Both are still monster classic rock radio favorites, so neither making it really stands out, IMO.
timschochet
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It’s whatever was released first, album or single. Dreamboat Annie is one of my favorite albums and I had 3 songs from it on the 1975 list. The two hits both made my top 20.
BobbyLayne
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Dreamboat Annie was only available as an import in the US in 1975 - on a tiny Vancouver label. Released in the U.S. on Valentines Day 1976.
When I was making $2.30 an hour a new LP costs two to three hours wages…imports were like twice as much, it was rare I would even thumb through them (separate section in most every store.)
When I was making $2.30 an hour a new LP costs two to three hours wages…imports were like twice as much, it was rare I would even thumb through them (separate section in most every store.)
BobbyLayne
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Surprised nothing from Desire turned up here. Hurricane would have been shoehorned into 1975 but that album was critically acclaimed AND one of Dylan’s best selling albums.
zamboni
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I know every song can't make it and it's not for everyone, but I think "This Masquerade'" by George Benson was more than worthy. Also "Stargazer" by Rainbow and "You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine" by Lou Rawls are standouts to me. I'm sure I'll come up with others.
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Those are all good pulls. I saw Rainbow but I was probably on acid and can't remember exactly who they opened for lol....I do remember being more excited about them than the headliner.
Ritchie Blackmore lives out on Long Island and plays around the northeast with his wife in a 7 piece "castle folk rock" band. Haven't seen them but friends of mine went to a show & said it was a hoot. Couldn't be more different than his Deep Purple/Rainbow touring days, but apparently he was always into classical music and this is his way of merging the two genres.
zamboni
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Noticed that Deep Purple is touring (with Yes) as we speak with much of the main lineup, absent Blackmore and obviously Jon Lord: Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Ian Paice, Don Airey, and new guitarist Simon McBride.
massraider
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TVC 15 is SUCH a cool song to me, and it was always so interesting to me. Just sounded wildy different, and when I was a kid listening to Bowie albums, it was a favorite. Just jumped out. A rock genius in his art rock phase, doing his version of piano-driven boogie woogie. Oh he doesn't remember making ANY of this album, because he did a metric ton of cocaine at this time. This is what an album sounds like when the guy is living on red and green peppers, milk, and cocaine.
Wiki on the albumI love his herky jerky vocals on this song, and the piano sounds retro, like he dug up a recording from 1920's Mississippi. Such an enjoyable song to listen to.
Mister CIA
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Apologies for forgetting who introduced me to this band in one of our many music nerd threads, but here's a fine cover of Foreplay/Long Time by the Lexington Lab Band. The backing vocals are divine.
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BobbyLayne
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TVC 15 is SUCH a cool song to me, and it was always so interesting to me. Just sounded wildy different, and when I was a kid listening to Bowie albums, it was a favorite. Just jumped out. A rock genius in his art rock phase, doing his version of piano-driven boogie woogie. Oh he doesn't remember making ANY of this album, because he did a metric ton of cocaine at this time. This is what an album sounds like when the guy is living on red and green peppers, milk, and cocaine.
I love his herky jerky vocals on this song, and the piano sounds retro, like he dug up a recording from 1920's Mississippi. Such an enjoyable song to listen to.
This didn’t make it over The Piano Has Been Drinking or Afternoon Delight?
To quote a friend no longer with us, ‘nufced.
Grace Under Pressure
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While I personally prefer other tracks on the album, this is a great choice. Solid effort and thanks for it.1. Boston “Foreplay/Long Time” (from Boston)
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My #1 tune of the year is one that, after all these years, I’ve never grown tired of. I love everything about it, the dramatic instrumental first part, the slow buildup to the incredibly satisfying guitar solo for the ages, the main song with its brilliant interplay between acoustic and electric. Just so so good, for me it’s clearly at the top of the list.
higgins
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I believe it was me?Apologies for forgetting who introduced me to this band in one of our many music nerd threads, but here's a fine cover of Foreplay/Long Time by the Lexington Lab Band. The backing vocals are divine.
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Regardless, they're a fantastic cover band!
Mrs. Rannous
Footballguy
Is that a sick burn?TVC 15 is SUCH a cool song to me, and it was always so interesting to me. Just sounded wildy different, and when I was a kid listening to Bowie albums, it was a favorite. Just jumped out. A rock genius in his art rock phase, doing his version of piano-driven boogie woogie. Oh he doesn't remember making ANY of this album, because he did a metric ton of cocaine at this time. This is what an album sounds like when the guy is living on red and green peppers, milk, and cocaine.
I love his herky jerky vocals on this song, and the piano sounds retro, like he dug up a recording from 1920's Mississippi. Such an enjoyable song to listen to.
This didn’t make it over The Piano Has Been Drinking or Afternoon Delight?
To quote a friend no longer with us, ‘nufced.
If so, kudos.
northern exposure
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Fixed your post.
HellToupee
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I doubt this was even heard in the US in 76 and probably were more infamous for news reports in 77 .4. The Sex Pistols “Anarchy In The U.K.” (Released as a single)
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The lyrics were a put on and designed to be shocking -“I am the antichrist” etc. and it worked. But the real power of the song is the driving beat- raw rockabilly at its best. And it transformed popular music.
Loved the album , probably got it when I 14-15 in 79. I can remember having to hide it in a record stash like it was a playboy etc
Rockabilly???? Come on man
I remember in an interview Jonesy saying he loved the Boston album and couldn’t let anyone know
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HellToupee
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Can’t believe Station to Station didn’t make the cut here. Also a fan of the Stones Black and Blue album, Hand of Fate is a really underrated Stones song
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DocHolliday
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Great choice for the number one song. I would have had the whole Boston album on my top 100. It’s that great.
As usual, I enjoyed this list and appreciate that Tim puts forth the time and effort.
As usual, I enjoyed this list and appreciate that Tim puts forth the time and effort.
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