Musical Misconceptions: Barbara Allen

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…

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…

Thank You, Alan Seltzer

Hello folks, it's Retro Dee and I'm here to announce that my favorite Oldies Show is coming to an end as my favorite DJ embarks on a new chapter of his life. However! The good news is that The Grooveyard will continue in repeats for a long time to come as an online show and…

Meet Scotty Moore: A Case of Mistaken Identity

Hi folks it's Retro Dee with more about music during the time music was the best: the Rockin and Rollin' 1950's! And what would a Retro Dee blog post be without another ridiculous story of how I mistook something, or, in this case, should I say someone. Let's back up. I always liked Elvis Presley's…

Once Again: Happy Birthday, Buddy Holly

Hi folks, it's Retro Dee with my annual post to honor Buddy Holly on his September 7th Birthday. Mr. Gorgeous: Buddy Holly. ca. late 1958 Each year it gets a little bit more difficult to decide what, exactly, to write about Buddy Holly. Maybe it's because I've written a fair amount about him already, or…

RIP Jerry “J.I.” Allison

Well, folks I knew this day would come. On August 22, 2022 we said goodbye to the best drummer who ever lived, one of the very first Pioneers of Rock N Roll, Jerry "J.I." Allison. Jerry Allison in 1958 Jerry Ivan Allison was born in Hillsboro, TX on August 31, 1939. He attended Lubbock Senior…

Three Favorites from Elvis

Hi folks it's Retro Dee with more fantastic music from the fabulous 50's. In this post, in honor of "Elvis Week", I am going to share my three favorite songs by the King of Rock n Roll, Elvis Presley. Of course, my favorites are by 1950's Elvis, when he ruled the charts during The Best…