Jul 14 | This week in 1981

#1 at KZZP/Phoenix: “The Breakup Song” by San Francisco’s Greg Kihn Band. They don’t write ’em like that anymore! The Moody Blues’ 1980s comeback began with “Gemini Dream” (#5), which sounds more like the Electric Light Orchestra than classic Moodys.… Continue reading

Sep 16 | This week in 1981

#1 at KZZP/Phoenix: “Who’s Crying Now” by Journey. Phoenix native Stevie Nicks moves up to #3 with “Stop Draggin’ My Heart Around,” a duet with Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers that features guitarist Mike Campbell, who currently is touring with… Continue reading

Jun 17 | This week in 1971

#1 at KRIZ/Phoenix: “It’s Too Late” by Carole King, the lead single and instant classic from her landmark Tapestry album. She also wrote the song at #9, up from #21 last week: “You’ve Got A Friend” by James Taylor. Other… Continue reading