Graham Parker is an English New Wave/soul-rock singer and songwriter who released the popular 1976–79 albums Howlin’ Wind, Heat Treatment, Stick to Me, and Squeezing Out Sparks. His most popular songs include “Don’t Ask Me Questions,” “Heat Treatment,” “The Heat in Harlem,” “Local Girls,” and “Protection.” Up through his 1980 release The Up Escalator, he […]
Brinsley Schwarz was an English rustic-rock band that released six albums between 1970 and 1974 on UA/Liberty. They were named after their guitarist who, along with keyboardist Bob Andrews, later formed The Rumour, the backing band of Graham Parker. Bassist Nick Lowe became an in-demand producer and recording artist. Members: Brinsley Schwarz (guitar, percussion, saxophone, […]
Orange is the fourth album by Scottish singer/songwriter Al Stewart, released in 1972 on CBS. The album features instrumental contributions from Rick Wakeman and members of Brinsley Schwarz and Quiver. Tracklist: A1. “You Don’t Even Know Me” (3:56) A2. “Amsterdam” (2:53) A3. “Songs Out of Clay” (4:14) A4. “The News From Spain” (6:32) B1. “I Don’t […]
