Archive for September 2nd, 2005
In the late 1940’s, the phrase, “Open The Door, Richard” was on everyone’s lips. The song of the same name began as a comic routine, but blew up to the point where it sent four different versions to #2 on the R&B; charts. This week HARLEM uncovers as many versions, sequels and answer records as it can to represent this historical record. You’ll hear versions of “Open The Door, Richard” by Jack McVea, Dusty Fletcher, Louis Jordan, Count Basie, The Charioteers, The Pied Pipers, The Three Flames and even the Hit Paraders. Matt The Cat will also give you the story behind who wrote it and who got sued over it. This is one HARLEM not to miss. So put down that beer and OPEN THE DOOR, RICHARD!
Harlem Airs on XM-5:
Monday @ 1pm EST
Tuesday @ 9pm over LA and Midnight over NYC
Thursday @ 1pm EST
Friday @ 6pm over Baltimore
Saturday @ 11am over Newark
Hey Cats n’ Kittens! Well, September is here and that means that the yowling has ceased, but the prowlin’ continues. Tonight on the show, we say HAPPY BIRTHDAY to both Jimmy Clanton (67) and Cathy Jean of The Roommates (60). Also, don’t miss THE FRIDAY NIGHT CAT FIGHT at 10pm EST – 7pm PST.
Have a great Labor Day Weekend!
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This blog is dedicated to the preservation of the world's greatest music: 1940s-70s Rhythm & Blues and Rock n' Roll. When I'm not collecting records, I'm listening to them.
