Feb 03 | This week in 1967

#1 at KRUX/Phoenix: “I’m A Believer” and the flip side, “(I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone” by the mighty Monkees. It will be the #1 record of 1967 on KRUX’s year-end survey. Lots of great records in this week’s chart. Among… Continue reading

Jan 06 | This week in 1963

#1 at KRIZ/Phoenix: “Up On The Roof” by the Drifters, another in a long line of hits for the legendary rhythm-and-blues group. Musically, the early 1960s were essentially a carry-over from the 1950s. Not until January 1964, when the Beatles… Continue reading

Dec 09 | This week in 1970

#1 at KRUX/Phoenix: The double-sided classic, “My Sweet Lord” and “Isn’t It A Pity?” by George Harrison, the first #1 record by an ex-Beatle. It bumps out “Stoned Love,” the Supremes’ second big hit after Jean Terrell replaced Diana Ross. Harrison’s… Continue reading

Aug 26 | This week in 1967

#1 at KRIZ/Phoenix: “Words” and “Pleasant Valley Sunday,” another two-sided hit by the Monkees. The Pre-Fab Four again hold off the Fab Four, as the Beatles’ double-sided single “All You Need Is Love” and “Baby You’re A Rich Man” remains… Continue reading

May 06 | This week in 1966

#1 at KRUX/Phoenix: “Monday, Monday,” second hit for the Mamas and the Papas following “California Dreaming.” The songs would end up at #1 and #2 on the year-end KRUX chart for 1966. Holding at #2 is Bob Dylan with “Rainy… Continue reading