The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has released a statement saying that Phil Spector died of natural causes at an outside hospital, on the 16th of January at 6:35pm. His official cause of death will be determined by the medical examiner in the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s …
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The Vintage FM Top 500 – Proudly Brought to You By The Royce
Bringing you the Top 500 songs of the 50's, 60's and 70's this long weekend, thanks to The Royce Retirement Living & Aged Care. Playlist 500 Incense & Peppermints - Strawberry Alarm Clock499 Disco …
“I Am Woman, Hear Me Roar” Helen Reddy Passes Away, But her Legacy is Forever
Australian singer and actress Helen Reddy passed away in the afternoon of September 29th 2020 in Los Angeles, age 78. She was best known for her 1973 Grammy award winning song - I Am Woman - which made her an international superstar. The song became the anthem of the second feminist movement …
Just a Few of our Favourite One Hit Wonders of the 70’s
It's One Hit Wonder day! Glenn A. Baker defines a One Hit Wonder as having "one hit that goes to #1 and the best that anything thereafter manages is #39 or thereabouts."With that in mind, here are just a few of our favourite One Hit Wonders of the 70's (in no particular order): Wild …
Loss of Another Aussie Rock Legend, Max Merritt
Australian and New Zealand Hall of Fame recipient, Max Merritt, 79, passed away today, Thursday 24 September 2020, in a Los Angeles hospital after a long battle with his failing health. Best known for his hit songs, Slipping Away and Western Union Man, Max’s health had been …
Happy Birthday Lonnie! Aussie Music Icon Celebrates 80th Birthday
There are very few names in Australian music history with careers that span over six decades. The talented Lonnie Lee celebrates his 80th birthday today, 18th September 2020, and is still making music and performing for adoring fans. Lonnie (born David Laurence Rix) was born on this day in 1940, …
Rolling Stones Drop Unreleased Track Featuring Jimmy Page
Long time fans of The Stones would be likely to know almost every song they've released since the early 60's. As part of the 2020 reissue of their 1973 album 'Goats Head Soup', The Stones are including three previously unreleased and unheard tracks - one featuring guitarist Jimmy Page. Listen to …
The Long Weekend of Number One Hits!
This October Long Weekend Vintage FM are excited to be playing all the 'Number One Hits' from the 50's, 60's and 70's. These are the songs that hit the top of the charts, and you will know every single one of them! Saturday 8am-6pmSunday 10am-6pmMonday 6am-6pmWe've got the soundtrack to your long …
