This 70's rock band were ground-breaking in a number of ways, for one thing they had three lead singers! Three Dog Night founder Danny Hutton explains how they decided on their name, the way they chose their hits and he reveals some unique recording methods. You might also be surprised to learn that "Joy To The World" was written as a children's song.
Throughout the history of the Top 40 there's been many one hit wonders but few dressed as "interestingly" as Pussyfoot (aka Donna Jones). The British singer recalls how an Australian TV show ignited her career and made her a household name downunder. She recollects her time with the New Seekers and we hear from her husband who was also in a chart-topping band.
In Australia Daryl Braithwaite is an icon. Initially known as the lead singer of the most successful Aussie pop band of the '70's (Sherbet), however to younger generations it's his work as a solo act that brings him fame. Daryl reflects on a long career, reveals which of his hits are among his favourites and has the story behind his recording of "The Horses".
Few musical careers begin in a radio station's record library but Sharon O'Neill's did. The New Zealand born singer/songwriter tells what brought her to Australia and tells how a local prostitute she used to see on the street, but never met, unknowingly gave her inspiration for her biggest hit. She also talks about the theme she wrote for the TV series "Sweet & Sour".
Here's a man who written about everything from bus stops to dreadlock holidays! 10CC's Graham Gouldman is known for his work songwriting and producing with the other members of 10CC but also wrote hits with his father in the 60's. Possibly the most impressive song he has been involved with is "I'm Not In Love" and the tale behind that recording is fascinating.
Remember the Kingston Trio? That group gave this singer his first taste of fame. The late John Stewart also wrote one of the best loved hits of The Monkees. In the 70's he charted with his song "Gold", but possibly his most moving story is how his records were burnt in protest when a line he wrote in 1969 was taken the wrong way.
Few 1970's bands had as many screaming fans as the Bay City Rollers. You would think that the band members made a fortune but, as lead singer Les McKeown explains, the truth was that they saw very little. Les tells how the band was ripped off, how eager the fans were and stories behind hits like "Give A Little Love" and "Money Honey".
