Welcome to another edition of “Musical Misconceptions”. In this post, we’ll talk about a really old song called “Barbara Allen”. It’s a folk song that’s been around for centuries, but here’s what makes it odd… The first time I heard this song I was about 10, and I recall after all these years, that it… Continue reading Musical Misconceptions: Barbara Allen
Dream Blog: The Warning
In this dream, I had gone back in time and I was hanging out with Eddie Cochran. We weren’t dating, I think we were just friends. I was like some unusual girl who just appeared out of nowhere (I was younger than I am now, maybe early 20’s) and Eddie seemed somewhat intrigued by me.… Continue reading Dream Blog: The Warning
Fueling Superstition: The Buddy Holly Curse
Disclaimer First you must note, that I am NOT, by any means, in any way, shape or form seriously saying that there is actually a "Buddy Holly Curse". In fact, I'm pretty sure there isn't. Although, none of us can prove or disprove such things 100%... Buddy Holly, 1958 The Buddy Holly Curse The belief… Continue reading Fueling Superstition: The Buddy Holly Curse
Happy Birthday, Don and Phil
Hi folks it’s Retro Dee with yet another tribute to that dreamy duo of yesteryear, The Everly Brothers. Although the boys are no longer with us on this Earth, their fans (myself included) regard their talent and good looks as timeless; we love them with the same amount of passion as if they were still… Continue reading Happy Birthday, Don and Phil
Poor Jenny: Another Embarrassing Moment
As a fan of an era gone by, there are a lot of embarrassing moments. Often times, we retro-lovers forget that not everyone is stuck in the middle of the 20th Century. We love clothes, music and celebrities that are sometimes considered “out-dated” and maybe even “old-fashioned” by today’s society. Since I’ve come to love… Continue reading Poor Jenny: Another Embarrassing Moment
My New Year’s Resolution
Once in fucken 4th grade, our teacher made us write a paper called "My New Year's Resolution" But before he made us write it, he explained to us what a New Year’s Resolution was. (I won’t do that here, because I’m assuming anyone reading this knows.) Mine was some dumb shit like I’d stop hugging… Continue reading My New Year’s Resolution
Remembering Jerry Lee Lewis: My Favorite Photos
Hi folks and Welcome to yet another Memorial Blog Post here on Retro Dee's Guide To The Best Era Ever. 2022 was a year fraught with loss, especially losses in the music industry. As time goes on, our legendary heroes age and eventually die. In 2022 alone we lost the following stars: Ronnie Spector, Bobby… Continue reading Remembering Jerry Lee Lewis: My Favorite Photos
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