"Moments to Remember - I"
Memories are a wonderful thing, and one of the best ways to trigger some profound memories from our youth is through clips of the actual hit records we grew up with. In “Moments to Remember-I,” Mike takes us back to the birth of rock and roll in the mid-1950s.
Reminisce about growing up in the 1950s and early 60s with clips from over 100 of the biggest hits from the artists who shaped early rock, including Bill Haley, Elvis, Buddy Holly, Bobby Vee, the Platters, Ricky Nelson, Danny and the Juniors, Roy Orbison, and many more. In addition to the record clips, Mike shares pictures and stories that include segments on pioneer radio DJs and the influence of music on our early romances. Renew some wonderful memories of events in your life all those years ago.
"Moments to Remember - II"
Mike’s previous presentation, “Moments to Remember-I” took us back to the birth of rock and roll in the mid-1950s. In “Moments to Remember-II” Mike picks up with the “golden age” of rock and roll in the 1960s.
Remember those days with clips from over 100 of the biggest hits by artists that include Chubby Checker, the Drifters, Bobby Vinton, the Beach Boys, the Supremes, the Four Seasons, the Beatles, the Mamas and Papas, Simon and Garfunkel, the Righteous Brothers, Peter Paul & Mary, and many more. In addition to the record clips, Mike shares pictures and stories about some of the artists and songs, including segments on the dance crazes of the early 60s, the British invasion, the surfin’ music, the girl groups, and the novelty records.
“More Moments to Remember”
Like all of Mike’s programs, this features dozens of clips from the original hit records we grew up listening to. The focus here is on the 1950s and 60s in three segments:
- One Hit Wonders. Major hits from artists that only had this one big hit in their careers, along with pictures and interesting stories behind many of the recordings.
- Classic Country Crossovers. Country artists who had some of their big hits score big on both the country and the pop charts. Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, Brenda Lee, Johnny Horton, Marty Robbins, etc.
- Golden Age of Folk Music. Major folk song hit recordings from artists including The Weavers, The Kingston Trio, and Peter, Paul & Mary.
"The Top 100 Countdown"
Using the Billboard pop charts (the music industry standard), Mike applied various analytics to come up with the 100 most popular records between the years 1955 and 1975. He then counts them down, from #100 to #1, playing clips from the original recording of each record, along with pictures and entertaining stories/comments.
You’ll recognize most, if not all, of these since every one was a blockbuster hit. Many of your favorites will probably be here. A fun way to reminisce with the music that became the soundtrack of our lives when we were growing up.
“Thanks for the Memories”
This program takes us back to before the days of rock and roll. Mike plays clips from over 100 of the original hit records from the 1940s and early 50s, along with pictures of the artists, records, and more.
Since the records are one of the few things that never change, hearing clips from the songs we grew up listening to can trigger some wonderful memories from those days.
Reminisce with the greatest hits from the big band era. Enjoy the best of the early crooners including Bing Crosby, Patti Page, Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, the Andrews Sisters, Nat King Cole, Tony Bennett, Les Paul & Mary Ford, the Four Lads, and many more. Experience the original recordings of You’ll Never Walk Alone, I Believe, and God Bless America.
“Show Tunes - Classic Hits from Stage & Screen”
This program has been very popular with audiences all the way from age 60 to 100+. It features clips of the biggest hit songs from major movies and Broadway shows in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Along with the music are images from those productions, and background stories about some of our favorite shows, composers, and artists. Includes a trivia contest to identify classic TV shows after listening to brief clips of their iconic theme songs.
“The Book of Love”
A presentation of clips from more than 100 of the greatest love song recordings of the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. It's the music we were listening to as we were growing up, going out on dates, falling in love, experiencing break-ups, make-ups, marriage.
Featured artists include Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, Johnny Mathis, Patti Page, The Beatles, Tony Bennett, The Platters, Elvis Presley, Bing Crosby, Nat King Cole, and many more. In addition to the record clips, Mike shares pictures and stories about the artists and songs and how they reinforced the passions we were feeling.
Reminisce with Mike as we listen to the original records that remind us of the powerful emotions we experienced during those early romances in our lives.
“Christmas Moments to Remember”
Mike's perennially popular holiday program features the iconic Christmas records that were originally released in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s. Along with the music, numerous pictures and stories remind us of what the season was like when we were growing up.
It's full of fun, humor, and nostalgia, but it also pays tribute to the reason we celebrate Christmas in the first place.
