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Take a time-tripping visit back to the pop songs of the psychedelic era with legendary artists in "Rock Rewind: 1967-1969," an all-new retrospective from the MY MUSIC series.
The late 60s was a period of change and excitement, with youthful sounds on the radio that echoed peace and protest, relevance and romance.
This special compilation draws upon rare, vintage television appearances not seen in decades from the era’s most popular performers including Sonny & Cher, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Dusty Springfield, The Rascals, The 5th Dimension and others. It is hosted by Tommy James of Tommy James & The Shondells.
"Rock Rewind: 1967-1969" (MY MUSIC) brings back timeless performers and classic hits that continue to speak to multiple generations and is part of TJL Productions ongoing goal to preserve vital American musical legacies.
The special features these performances:
1967:
• “Reflections” – Diana Ross & The Supremes
• “Let’s Live For Today” – The Grass Roots
• “The Beat Goes On” – Sonny & Cher
• “Both Sides Now” – Judy Collins
• “White Rabbit” – Jefferson Airplane
1968:
• “Everyday People” – Sly & The Family Stone
• A Beautiful Morning” – The Rascals
• “Young Girl” – Gary Puckett
• “Harper Valley PTA” – Jeannie C. Riley
• “Son Of A Preacher Man” – Dusty Springfield
• “Wichita Lineman” – Glen Campbell
1969:
• “Easy To Be Hard” – Three Dog Night
• “I Can’t Get Next To You” – The Temptations
• “Crystal Blue Persuasion” – Tommy James & The Shondells
• “More Today Than Yesterday” – Spiral Starecase
• “Hooked On A Feeling” – B.J. Thomas
• “Aquarius/Let The Sun Shine In” – The 5th Dimension
CREDITS:
Produced by TJL Productions. Executive Producer TJ Lubinsky is on Facebook.
