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11/10/75: Today is the 50th anniversary of the tragic Edmund Fitzgerald shipwreck. Without a doubt, "The Wreck of the Edmond Fitzgerald" is my #1 best epic story song of the 70s. @woodsonrva @Lightfoot365 @Johnubacon woodsonrva.com/2021/11/30/be…

Best Epic Story Songs from Top 40 Radio Golden Age

What do you consider to be the best 45-rpm single in the category of epic story song during the golden age of Top 40 radio? Many would select “Stairway to Heaven” by Led Zeppelin as it is arguably …

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Nov 8

The Single-A Salem Red Sox are changing their name to ... the Salem RidgeYaks! The new RidgeYaks identity was unveiled on Saturday evening at Salem Memorial Ballpark. What are your thoughts on this new name?

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Nov 5

Terrific Top 40 Instrumental Hits of the 70s now has over 40,000 views on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. This is my most read article of all-time. What is your favorite song in this category? Thanks for posting below. Rock on! woodsonrva.com/2023/08/08/te…

Terrific Top 40 Instrumental Hits of the 70s

Terrific Top 40 Instrumental Hits of the 70s One year ago, I published a music blog message on 60’s pop instrumental hit songs and that article has been a popular read for many folks. With this new…

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Nov 3

I saw John Fogerty in concert 2 days ago: Salem, Va. He sang my #1 favorite protest & social justice song of all-time: "Fortunate Son." Rock on! @John_Fogerty @TheOfficialCCR @rockhall @SalemCivCenter @woodsonrva woodsonrva.com/2024/12/15/be…

Best Protest and Social Justice Anthems: Hits of the 60s and 70s

When I was growing up in the late 60s and early 70s, it was a tumultuous time in the United States and my country was dominated by political and social unrest. During the 1965 to 1975 time period, …

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 31

1 Year Anniversary of the Brothers Young and their musical story on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. Have you viewed Blane and Ayden Young's article? The message is below. @ralphstanleyII @BluegrassToday @woodsonrva @FloydCountrySto woodsonrva.com/2024/10/31/th…

The Brothers Young: Virginia’s Accomplished Bluegrass Duo

Blane and Ayden Young at the Floyd Country Store October 19, 2024. Photo by DJ Dave Exactly 4 years ago on October 31, I published a music blog on the Brothers Young. Now with 4 additional years of…

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 25

Back in the Summer of '69: Now has over 20,000 views on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. What is your favorite Top 40 single from 1969. See my top 10 picks below. Rock on! @John_Fogerty @CSNofficial @thebeatles @ElvisPresley @PaulMcCartney @woodsonrva woodsonrva.com/2019/07/19/ba…

Back in the Summer of ’69

I got my first real six string, Bought it at the five and dime, Played it til my fingers bled, Was the summer of ’69. But when I look back now, That summer seemed to last forever, And if I ha…

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 21

I rate "I Love Beach Music" by the Embers as the 2nd best classic Carolina Beach Music song of all-time. How about you? @BeachMusicNow @myrtlebeach @NCMHOF @woodsonrva @949thesurf @WSGERadio woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co…

Colossal Carolina Beach Music Favorites

My first exposure to what is now referred to as Carolina Beach Music came during my junior year attending Glenvar High School, located in Roanoke County Virginia. My class raised 1,700 dollar…

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 18

Best Protest & Social Justice Anthems 60/70s: Now has over 25,000 views on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. What are your favorites in this category? View my top picks below. @johnlennon @John_Fogerty @FelixCavaliere @thebeatles @PaulMcCartney @CSNofficial woodsonrva.com/2024/12/15/be…

Best Protest and Social Justice Anthems: Hits of the 60s and 70s

When I was growing up in the late 60s and early 70s, it was a tumultuous time in the United States and my country was dominated by political and social unrest. During the 1965 to 1975 time period, …

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 16

I rate "My Girl" by the Temptations as the #1 best Soul/R&B/Pop national hit on the Billboard Hot 100 that is now also considered Carolina Beach Music. Rock on! woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co…

Colossal Carolina Beach Music Favorites

My first exposure to what is now referred to as Carolina Beach Music came during my junior year attending Glenvar High School, located in Roanoke County Virginia. My class raised 1,700 dollar…

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 16

I rate "My Girl" by the Temptations as the #1 best Motown song of all-time & the #1 best Soul/R&B/Pop Carolina Beach Music hit that charted on the @billboard Hot 100. See my music blog on topic below. woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co… @thetemptations @ClassicMotown @motown @woodsonrva

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 14

1971 Superb One Hit Wonders: Now has over 10,000 views on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. Folks sure do love the category of one hit wonders. My article now has over 10K views. Have you viewed my message yet. The link is below. Rock on! @woodsonrva woodsonrva.com/2021/02/07/19…

1971: Superb One Hit Wonders

Photo above by Julianne Woodson Since the earliest days of rock and roll music during the 1950s, one hit wonders have always existed on Top 40 radio. Artists who had one big hit and then fade…

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 13

Birthday greetings to Robert Lamm: Founding member of Chicago is 81 today (October 13). My #1 favorite song that Lamm has written is "25 or 6 to 4." The best Chicago song ever, in my humble opinion. Rock on! @chicagotheband @woodsonrva @rockhall piped.video/watch?v=7uAUoz7j…

Chicago - 25 or 6 to 4 | Live at Tanglewood (1970)

Chicago - 25 or 6 to 4 | Live at Tanglewood (1970)Explore the sound of Chicago with “25 or 6 to 4 – Live at Tanglewood 1970” — a high-voltage early performan...

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 9

I am remembering John Lennon. Born on this day in 1940. The singer-songwriter & musician wrote/co-wrote some of the best 60s/70s protest & social justice anthems. What song is your favorite? @johnlennon @thebeatles @yokoono @PaulMcCartney @woodsonrva woodsonrva.com/2024/12/15/be…

Best Protest and Social Justice Anthems: Hits of the 60s and 70s

When I was growing up in the late 60s and early 70s, it was a tumultuous time in the United States and my country was dominated by political and social unrest. During the 1965 to 1975 time period, …

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 8

1977 Fantastic Top 40 Hits: Now has over 11,000 views on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. What are your favorite songs in this category? Thanks for viewing and then commenting below. Rock on! @woodsonrva @ABBAVoyage @StevieWonder @fleetwoodmac @CarlySimonHQ woodsonrva.com/2022/10/01/19…

1977 Fantastic Top 40 Hits

What are the most significant top 40 songs from 45 years ago? While that are no definitive answers to that question, I will be sharing what I consider to be the best pop singles of 1977…

David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 8

Here is a video for "Gimme Little Sign" by Brenton Wood. piped.video/watch?v=_TL3SirT…

NEW * Gimme Little Sign - Brenton Wood {Stereo}

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 8

"Gimme Little Sign" by Brenton Wood. On this day in 1967, this superb R&B/Soul single peaked at #9 on the @billboard Hot 100. I rate it as the 8th best classic Carolina Beach Song that was a national hit. Rock on! @woodsonrva woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co…

Colossal Carolina Beach Music Favorites

My first exposure to what is now referred to as Carolina Beach Music came during my junior year attending Glenvar High School, located in Roanoke County Virginia. My class raised 1,700 dollar…

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 6

Who else is into the Tams and Carolina Beach Music? View the latest DJ Dave's Musical Musings article on this topic below. Rock on! woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co…

Colossal Carolina Beach Music Favorites

My first exposure to what is now referred to as Carolina Beach Music came during my junior year attending Glenvar High School, located in Roanoke County Virginia. My class raised 1,700 dollar…

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 6

The Tams played at the Glenvar High School prom: May 1972. I have fond memories hearing "Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy" by the Tams, my junior year at Glenvar. I love this song and Carolina Beach Music. View my music blog below. thetams.com/ woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co…

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 4

Who else loves Carolina Beach Music? Here is my latest published music blog article on this topic. Thanks for viewing & commenting below. Rock on! @CarolinaBeachNC @NCMHOF @thetemptations @ClassicMotown @motown @woodsonrva @myrtlebeach woodsonrva.com/2025/10/04/co…

Colossal Carolina Beach Music Favorites

My first exposure to what is now referred to as Carolina Beach Music came during my junior year attending Glenvar High School, located in Roanoke County Virginia. My class raised 1,700 dollar…

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David Woodson @woodsonrva

Oct 1

The Beatles Abbey Road Album on DJ Dave's Musical Musings. One year ago, I published a music blog on the "Abbey Road." Have you viewed this article yet? Link is below. Rock on! @thebeatles @PaulMcCartney @woodsonrva @GeorgeHarrison @johnlennon woodsonrva.com/2024/10/01/th…

The Beatles Abbey Road Album at 55

Photo above: Yours truly, DJ Dave with my three-year old dog Abbey Road, whom I named after the legendary album by the Beatles. Photo credit: Stephanie Woodson. It is hard to believe that it has b…

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