The survey for your favorite song from 1962 was a study in contrasts. On one end, Freddie Cannon was in the Top 5 for the eighth time n 11 years, and Gene Chandler for the 4th straight year. On the other side, Dee Dee Sharp reached one of the top positions for the first time ever.
Best of: Flashback 1962
It was when Marilyn Monroe died, West Side Story won the Oscar for Best Picture and the Mets took the field for the first time. Join us Saturday when we flash back to 1962.
Best of: Flashback 1962
It was when Marilyn Monroe died, West Side Story won the Oscar for Best Picture and the Mets took the field for the first time. Join us Saturday when we flash back to 1962.
Best of: A Winter Dance Party
We look back at the final concert by Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper Saturday night on The Grooveyard.
Twelve Days of Greats 2021: No. 97
Who is Mack David and Barney Williams? Today's gift unwraps that story.
Twelve Days of Greats 2021: No. 99
For today's gift, we unwrap the first #1 hit by Neil Sedaka.
Top Ten: December 11, 1962
Tonight's Grooveyard Top Ten has a mouse trap.
This Weekend: Rick’s Ranch Dressing
We celebrate the fifth anniversary of our friends at Rick's Redneck Ranch with an hour of Rockabilly, Grooveyard style.
1962 – The Results
The only thing consistent about the first round contest for the top songs of 1962 is inconsistency. Here's the results of the last first-round Great 88 survey this year.
Top Ten: October 30, 1962
Perfect for Halloween weekend, tonight's Top Ten includes guest appearances by the Cool Ghoul, John Zacherle and the original Dirty Dancing dancers. Where were you in '62?