45rpm (2025)

13/08/2025

45RPM: A Soundtrack of Soul, Spirit and Surprise!

Get ready for a musical journey that spans decades and defies genres. From the soul-shaking groove of Sweet Soul Music to the timeless anthem Don’t Stop Believin’, this week’s show is packed with hits that shaped generations.

Relive the magic of Beat It, California Dreamin’, and Flashdance… What A Feeling, alongside Aussie legends like Col Joye, Johnny O’Keefe and Little River Band.

Whether you’re chasing memories or discovering classics for the first time, these songs offer more than nostalgia - they’re a celebration of rhythm, resilience, and pure joy.

With surprises like Money by The Flying Lizards and the smoky charm of Smoke From A Distant Fire, it’s a playlist that keeps you guessing and grooving.

Tune in and turn it up - your soundtrack to the week starts here…

HOUR ONE
Arthur Conley – Sweet Soul Music
The Hollies – Bus Stop
Journey – Don’t Stop Believin’
Todd Rundgren – I Saw The Light
Michael Jackson – Beat It
The Beatles - Blackbird

HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1980

John Lennon – (Just Like) Starting Over
Linda Ronstadt – Just One Look
Stampeders – Sweet City Woman
Sanford Townsend Band - Smoke From A Distant Fire

THE QUIZ (Ward)
Manfred Mann

Col Joye - Come Into My Life
Bee Gees – More Than A Woman
The Mamas & The Papas – California Dreamin’
Bill Haley & His Comets – (We’re Gonna) Rock Around The Clock
Bill Haley & His Comets – See You Later Alligater

COMEDY CAFÉ
Wes Harrison
Doobie Brothers – Long Train Runnin’

HOUR TWO
Elton John – H***y Cat
Billy Preston – Nothing From Nothing
The Doors – Riders On The Storm
The Beatles – The Long And Winding Road

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
I/V: Renee Geyer

Renee Geyer – It’s A Man’s Man’s World
Johnny O’Keefe – Shout
Little River Band – Curiosity Killed The Cat
Goanna – Dangerous Dancing

LOST 45s (Cam)
The Flying Lizards – Money
The Ho***rs – And We Danced
Earth, Wind & Fire – September
Dave Clark Five – Glad All Over
Irene Cara – Flashdance… What A Feeling

06/08/2025

THIS WEEK ON 45RPM... IT'S A RETRO POWERHOUSE!

Ready to time-travel through the soundtrack of decades gone by?

Strap in - this week’s show is jam-packed with unforgettable hits, and a few surprises that’ll have you shouting “I haven’t heard that in years!”

Hour One brings the heat!
• From Dion’s “Runaround Sue” to Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone”,
• Bob Dylan and Joni Mitchell serve lyrical gold,
• Don Henley and The Doors crank the energy,
• And we dig into 1979 with Blondie’s “Heart of Glass”.

Get your groove and your brain on… because the Quiz tests your memory with The Mamas & The Papas!

To summarise this hour: it’s a parade of legends.

Don’t miss Pete Townshend’s “Face The Face” in our XTRA pick. Heard live on Wednesday night at 10.

Hour Two keeps the magic rolling:
• The Four Seasons, Jim Croce, and Earth, Wind & Fire light up the room,
• Freda Payne and The Beatles add soul and swagger.
• In Aussie Legends, Linda celebrates Matt Finish, The Bee Gees, and the unmistakable sounds of Men At Work,
• While Lost 45s unveil a deep cut from Flaming Youth.
• Not forgetting Ol’55, Whitney Houston, and a dust-kicking anthem from Queen!

Whenever your local station airs 45RPM, don’t miss this week’s show thanks to the Community Radio Network.

It’s nostalgia with bite, storytelling with soul, and music that never grows old.

Your playlist of memories is waiting... you coming?

HOUR ONE
Dion – Runaround Sue
Kenny Loggins – Danger Zone
Joni Mitchell – Big Yellow Taxi
Bob Dylan – If Not For You
The Doors – Love Her Madly
Don Henley – All She Wants To Do Is Dance

THE HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1979

Blondie – Heart Of Glass
Van McCoy & The Soul City Symphony – The Hustle
The Supremes – My World Is Empty Without You
Johnny Farnham – One

THE QUIZ (Ward)
The Mamas & The Papas

Elvis Presley – The Wonder Of You
Dire Straits – Sultans Of Swing
The Rolling Stones – It’s All Over Now
Billy Thorpe & The Aztecs – I Told The Brook
Billy Thorpe & The Aztecs – Funny Face

XTRA
Pete Townshend – Face The Face

HOUR TWO
The Four Seasons – Who Loves You
Jim Croce – Bad, Bad Leroy Brown
Earth, Wind & Fire with The Emotions – Boogie Wonderland
Freda Payne – Band Of Gold
The Beatles – Come Together

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Matt Finish (Matt Moffitt)

Matt Finish – Mancini Shuffle
The Bee Gees – To Love Somebody
Allison Durbin - I Have Loved Me A Man
Men At Work – Down Under

LOST 45s (Cam)
Flaming Youth

Flaming Youth – From Now On (Immortal Invisible)
Ol’55 – This Little Girl
Whitney Houston – I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me)
Queen – Another One Bites The Dust

Pic: Dion (today)

30/07/2025

The studio lights are dimmed, the mic’s switched off… but nobody’s rushing out the door.

After this week’s broadcast wrapped, the team stuck around - unwinding, trading thoughts, and yes, getting a touch ‘philosophical’ while watching the reflections across the bay.

It felt like just the right moment to ask the show’s host and producer, Wes Jay, why superheroes took over our 45RPM airwaves this week?

This is what he had to say…

“Sometimes, a song does more than spark nostalgia - it taps into the heroic spirit we all carry.

"This week’s playlist was a celebration of that spark.

"Every track featured either a superhero name, a nod to heroic qualities, or a place in a beloved superhero movie.

“From Prince’s Batdance to Redbone’s Come and Get Your Love (which scored Star-Lord's legendary walk in Guardians of the Galaxy), we took a deep dive into tunes that echo the soundtracks of resilience, redemption, and raw courage.

“Some songs - like Rick Springfield’s Comic Book Heroes and Donovan’s Sunshine Superman - name-checked Superman, Batman, even the Green Lantern.

“Others offered lyrical heroism in disguise, like Colleen Hewett’s Wind Beneath My Wings - a tribute to everyday champions.

“Even the more abstract choices, like Laurie Anderson’s O Superman (in Cam’s Lost 45s) or Nena’s 99 Red Balloons touched on themes of protection, power, or the struggle between good and evil - the heart of every hero story.”

He paused for a minute and added this insight.

“Whether you’re leaping tall buildings or just pushing through your own battles, these songs are reminders that everyone’s got a cape tucked somewhere in their wardrobe!”

30/07/2025

Why This Week’s 45RPM Will Make You Feel ‘Super’

This week on 45RPM, we're suiting up for a heroic adventure through pop music’s powerful connection to superheroes.

From Rick Springfield’s homage to caped crusaders in “Comic Book Heroes” to the cinematic flair of Queen’s “Flash”, every track has been chosen to channel courage, identity, and the thrill of standing for something bigger than ourselves.

What’s in it for you?

• Hear timeless tunes like “Holding Out For A Hero” and “Come And Get Your Love,” featured in legendary soundtracks that made heroes fly (sometimes literally).

• Dive into deeper reflections on heroism with segments like History of Pop, The Quiz, Aussie Legends and Lost 45s that spotlight cultural forces shaping these anthems.

• Celebrate local legends like Alison MacCallum and Icehouse, whose tracks beam with boldness and emotion.

• Whether you're feeling like Clark Kent in disguise or Magneto with a mood, 45RPM offers a blend of empowerment, wit, and pop brilliance.

So tune in, turn it up, and discover why superheroes and songwriters make the ultimate dream team.

HOUR ONE

Donovan - Sunshine Superman (1966)
Jim Croce - Don’t Mess Around With Jim (1972)
Billy Idol - White Wedding Pt 1 (1983)
Redbone - Come And Get Your Love (1974)
Marvin Gaye + Tammi Terrell - Ain’t No Mountain High Enough (1967)
Bonnie Tyler - Holding Out For A Hero (1984)

HISTORY OF POP (Newman)

Aretha Franklin - Save Me (1967)
The Beatles - The Continuing Story Of Bungalow Bill
Genesis - Land Of Confusion (1986)
The Beach Boys - Heroes And Villains (1967)

THE QUIZ (Ward)

Maureen McGovern - Can You Read My Mind (1979)
Manfred Mann - My Name Is Jack (US version) (1968)
Prince - Batdance (1989)
The Spinners - The Rubberband Man (1976)

HOUR TWO

Rick Springfield - Comic Book Heroes (1973)
Rick Springfield - I’m Your Superman (1973)
Queen - Flash’s Theme aka Flash (1981)
Wings - Magneto And Titanium Man (1976)
Prince + Sheena Easton - The Arms Of Orion (1989)
Barbra Streisand – Superman (1978)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)

Alison MacCallum – Superman (1972)
Rockwell T James - 12 Bar Superman (1977)
Colleen Hewett - Wind Beneath My Wings (1983)
Icehouse – Heroes (1995)

LOST 45s (Cam)

Laurie Anderson - O Superman (1981)
Nena - 99 Red Balloons (1984)
Eurythmics – Revival (1989)
Joey Scarbury – Theme From “Greatest American Hero” (Believe It Or Not) (1981)

23/07/2025

45RPM is a two-hour music show that’s full of energy with just the right mix of pop, rock and soul from the ‘vinyl era’!

In XTRA this week, Paul (one of our long-time listeners) had front row seats to see Black Sabbath in Melbourne. We play his request in memory of Ozzy.

HOUR ONE
Billy Joel – Uptown Girl
The Supremes – Come See About Me
Boz Scaggs – Lowdown
Creedence Clearwater Revival – Green River
The Association – Cherish

THE HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
Tony Orlando & Dawn – Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Old Oak Tree
John Mellencamp – Hurts So Good
The Beach Boys – I Get Around
The Beatles - I’m Only Sleeping

THE QUIZ (Ward)
The Rolling Stones

Sting – Englishman in New York
Cat Stevens – Morning Has Broken
Cliff Richard – Angel
The Cowsills – The Rain, The Park, and Other Things
Madonna – Crazy For You
Madonna – Cherish

XTRA - REQUEST
Black Sabbath - Paranoid

HOUR TWO
Stevie Wonder – Isn’t She Lovely
Jackson Browne – Doctor My Eyes
Fleetwood Mac – Dreams
Journey – Separate Ways (Worlds Apart)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Interview: Grace Knight
Eurogliders - Heaven
Cold Chisel – When The War Is Over
Daryl Braithwaite – Old Sid
Russell Morris – Sweet Sweet Love
Johnny Farnham – Raindrops Keep Fallin’ On My Head

LOST 45s (Cam)
The Goons – Ying Tong Song
Bill Haley & His Comets – Rock Around The Clock
Young Rascals – A Girl Like You
The Loved Ones – A Love Like Ours
Kate Bush – Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)

16/07/2025

GOING GOLD, AND PLATINUM

This week’s earworm is “Gold” (Spandau Ballet).

When you hear someone say a song or album “went Gold” in Australia, it means it sold 35,000 units - that includes physical sales, digital downloads, and even streams once they’re converted to sales equivalents. It’s a pretty big deal.

Getting a Gold record is kind of like hitting a major milestone in your music career.

It shows that your work isn’t just out there - it’s being bought, played, and loved by thousands of people.

It’s public proof that your music is making waves. And it’s super useful professionally, too.

Artists with Gold or Platinum records usually get more attention from record labels, music promoters, and even festivals.

It can help with getting better contracts, landing gigs, and building your reputation in the industry. Basically, it says: “This artist knows how to connect with an audience.”

When a song or album goes Platinum in Australia, it means it’s sold 70,000 units -double the number required for Gold.

Beyond that, artists can earn multi-Platinum certifications, awarded for each additional 70,000 units sold. For example, 5× Platinum means 350,000 units.

These milestones show massive popularity and often lead to media coverage, boosted streaming, and higher demand for tours and collaborations. It’s a big career booster and a sign the music’s really struck a chord!

Most of the songs we play on 45RPM have gone Gold or Platinum in Australia and/or around the world.

Check these out:

HOUR ONE
Chuck Berry – No Particular Place To Go (1964)
Bob Kuban & The In-Men (Vocal Walter Scott)– The Cheater
John Travolta + Olivia Newton-John – You’re The One That I Want (1978)
Pablo Cruise – Love Will Find A Way (1978)
Phil Collins – In The Air Tonight (1981)

HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1978

Commodores – Three Times A Lady (1978)
Abba – Mamma Mia (1975)
The Zombies – Time Of The Season (1969)
Real Life – Send Me An Angel (1983)

THE QUIZ (Ward)
-Judy Stone

Creedence Clearwater Revival – Run Through The Jungle (1970)
The Beatles – Get Back (1969)
Leon Russell – Roll Away The Stone (1972)
Freddy Fender – Before The Next Teardrop Falls (1975)
Freddy Fender – Wasted Day And wasted Nights (1975)

XTRA
Boz Scaggs – It’s Over (1976)

HOUR TWO
The Doors – Touch Me (1969)
The Pretenders – Don’t Get Me Wrong (1986)
The Clash – London Calling (1980)

The Rolling Stones - Jumpin’ Jack Flash (1968)
Nik Kershaw – Wouldn’t It Be Good (1984)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Split Enz – I See Red (1982)
Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons – All I Wanna Do (1980)
The Sports – Don’t Throw Stones (1979)
Uncanny X Men – 50 Years (1985)

LOST 45s (Cam)
Tamam Shud – Evolution (1969)
Them – Here Comes The Night (1965)
Simply Red- Stars (1991)
Bee Gees – Stayin’ Alive (1978)
Spandau Ballet – Gold (1983)

Pic: Spandau Ballet promoting its single, Gold.

09/07/2025

LIFE NEXT DOOR TO THE PARTY!

Living next to a pub is basically like getting free front-row tickets to the world’s most chaotic yet charming jukebox. Most nights feature a classic combo: DJs and karaoke.

And patrons - usually in their fabulous 20s - crank out bangers like Sweet Caroline and Livin’ On A Prayer with more heart than harmony.

Occasionally, a brave bloke tackles Tina Turner’s The Best... which is ambitious, emotionally charged, and borderline operatic.

Now here’s the twist: they're not even tipsy! Nope, this is pure, sober, vocal commitment.

As someone with finely tuned musical sensibilities (read: ears that flinch at off-key shrieking), you'd think I'd hate it. But truthfully? There's something magical about a chorus of humans belting out tunes from the 60s, 70s, and 80s like their lives depend on it.

These old-school anthems - never crude, always relatable - have survived decades and dodgy dance moves. They’ve been lovingly passed down like family recipes, only with more cowbell.

So yeah, it's noisy. It's unpredictable. But it’s never boring, because when the pub lights dim and the mic gets passed... everyone becomes a rockstar.

Just like Blue Swede said - they’re hooked on a feelin’, and now... I might be too.

So, what’s on this week?

HOUR ONE
Simply Red – Something Got Me Started (1991)
Robert Palmer – Bad Case Of Loving You (Doctor, Doctor) (1989)
Peter Frampton – Show Me The Way (1976)
Pointer Sisters – Jump (For My Love) (1984)
Underworld - Underneath The Radar (1988)

HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1977

Dr Hook – Walk Right In (1977)
America – A Horse With No Name (1972)
Aretha Franklin – Respect (1967)
Billy Thorpe – Most People I Know Think That I’m Crazy (1972)

QUIZ (Ward)
Eric Burdon

Cliff Richard – We Don’t Talk Anymore (1979)
U2 – Hold me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me, Kill Me (1995)
Adam Clayton + Larry Mullen Jnr – Theme From Mission Impossible (1996)

COMEDY CAFÉ
Ganggajang – Sounds Of Then (1985)

HOUR TWO
George Harrison – All Those Years Ago (1981)
Gene Pitney – It Hurts To Be In Love (1964)
Eric Clapton – I Shot The Sheriff (1974)
Joe Cocker – Hitchcock Railway (1970)
Nina Simone – My Baby Just Cares For Me (1988)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Michael Gudinski #9

Split Enz – Maybe (1975)
Jimmy Barnes – No Second Prize (1984, 1985)
Ol’ 55 – Looking For An Echo (1976)
Renee Geyer – And I Love Him (1974)

LOST 45s (Cam)
Flash & The Pan – Waiting For A Train (French Take) (1983)
Humble Pie – Natural Born Bugie (1969)
The Beatles – A Day In The Life (1967, 1978)
Gloria Gaynor – I Will Survive (1979)

Pic: Copilot

02/07/2025

OLD-SCHOOL ROCK, STILL ROCKS!

So, this morning I popped into a store near my apartment, and the young guy at the register was belting out “Message in a Bottle” by Sting - yeah, the one from 1979 - like it just dropped yesterday.

Funny thing is, the same thing happened at a café the day before. Everyone working there looked under 30, but every single song playing was at least four decades old.

I asked my server, “Why the retro playlist?” She looked genuinely surprised and said, “I just like this music.”

Out of curiosity, I checked the iTunes charts—and guess what? A third of the Top 100 albums are old favorites. The Beach Boys, Dire Straits, Abba, Bruce Springsteen, Bee Gees, The Cure, and Fleetwood Mac.

It’s kinda funny - Boomers often say music was better in their day… real instruments, catchy melodies, clever harmonies. None of this ‘copy-paste’ beats and ‘auto-tuned’ everything! And maybe there’s something to that.

But honestly, today’s artists like Adele, Gaga, Lorde, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Keith Urban, and Drake - they’ve got that same spark we felt when we first heard Bob Seger or Chuck Berry.

What’s really cool is seeing younger generations dive into music from the 60s, 70s, and 80s.

That’s why we keep spinning these tracks every week - they’ve stood the test of time, and we can’t get enough.

It’s not just about nostalgia - it’s about great music, plain and simple.

And now… here’s what’s coming up this week!

HOUR ONE
The Rascals – A Beautiful Morning (1968)
Bruce Springsteen – Hungry Heart (1980)
Billy Joel – Tell Her About It (1983)
Icehouse – Anything Is Possible (1990)
The Eagles – One of the Nights (1975)
U2 – Where The Streets Have No Name (1987)

THE HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1976

Queen – Bohemian Rhapsody (1976)
Nilsson – Jump Into The Fire (1972)
Pat Benatar – Love Is A Battlefield (1983)

THE QUIZ (Ward)
Billy Field

Steely Dan – Do It Again
Madonna – Angel (1985)
Madonna – Into The Groove (1985)

COMEDY CAFÉ
Stevie Wonder – Happy Birthday (1981)

HOUR TWO
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds – The Ballad Of Robert Moore and Betty Coltrane (1995)
Electric Light Orchestra – Hold On Tight (1981)
The Beatles – Hey Bulldog (1969, 1976)
Mental As Anything – Too Many Times (1981)
Bananarama – Venus (1986)
The Piltdown Men – Piltdown Rides Again (1960)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Michael Gudinski #8
The Dingoes – Way Out West (1973)
The Sports – Who Listens To The Radio (1978)
Stars – Mighty Rock (1977)
Dynamic Hepnotics – Soul Kind Of Feeling (1984)

LOST 45s (Cam)
Dread Zeppelin - Heartbreaker (At The End Of Lonely Street) (1990)
Patrick Hernandez – Born To Be Alive (1979)
AC/DC – Baby Please Don’t Go (1975)
James Brown – Living In America (1986)

Pic: Madonna
(Press photo)

25/06/2025

45RPM plays more great classic hits and memories from the 60s, 70s and 80s.

Special features include “The History Of Pop” with Newman highlights 1975.

Test your knowledge on Marc Bolan on “Ward’s Quiz”, and you’ll hear more of our interview with Michael Gudinski on “Aussie Legends” with Linda.

And in Lost 45s, Cam unearths the debut seven inch 45 from AC/DC. He says it sounds more like The Sweet and Slade than what we've came to know from them.

Lost more...

Check out the songs coming your way this week!

HOUR ONE
The Loved Ones – The Loved One (1966)
Marianne Faithfull – As Tears Go By (1964)
Chicago – Saturday In the Park (1972)
The Police - Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic (1981)
The Turtles – Elenore (1968)
Mississippi – Will I (1974)

THE HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1975

The Sweet – Fox On The Run (1975)
Talking Heads – To Me To The River (1979)
Electric Light Orchestra – Don’t Bring Me Down (1979)
Ray Brown – The Same Old Song (1967)

THE QUIZ (Ward)
Marc Bolan

Madonna – Vogue (1990)
Prince – When Doves Cry (1984)
Elvis Presley – Crying In the Chapel (1965)
Elvis Presley – Jailhouse Rock (1957)

COMEDY CAFÉ
George Michael – A Different Corner (1986)

HOUR TWO
The Kiki Dee Band – I’ve Got The Music In Me (1974)
The Rolling Stones – Harlem Shuffle (1986)
Blondie – Island Of Lost Souls (1982)
Joe Cocker – The Letter (1970)
Everly Brothers – Wake Up Little Suzie (1957)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Michael Gudinski #7

Skyhooks – Million Dollar Riff (1975)
Jo Jo Zep – Taxi Mary (1982)
Split Enz – Six Months In A Leaky Boat (1982)
The Zoo featuring Mick Fleetwood and Billy Thorpe – Shakin’ The Cage (1991)

LOST 45s (Cam)
AC/DC - Can I Sit Next To You Girl (1974)
Manfred Mann – Do Wah Diddy Diddy (1964)
Donovan – Sunshine Superman (1966)
Hot Chocolate – Every 1’s A Winner (1978)
Procol Harum – A Whiter Shade Of Pale (1967, 1972)

Pic: AC/DC

18/06/2025

GOOD VIBRATIONS: A BEACH BOYS CELEBRATION

45RPM this week celebrates the music of The Beach Boys.

It’s a nostalgic journey through their iconic surf sound, exploring their innovative musical genius, and highlighting their enduring legacy.

The show will mix classic hits, covers by well-known acts, plus B-sides that showcase the band’s musical range and experimentation.

The program incorporates listener requests and Ward's trivia quiz.

It’s a fitting tribute to The Beach Boys and a captivating experience for fans.

Here’s the music we’ve lined up….

HOUR ONE
The Beach Boys – Do It Again (1968)
The Beach Boys – Surfin’ (1961)
The Beach Boys – Catch A Wave (1974)
The Beach Boys – Hawaii (1964)
Jan & Dean – Ride The Wild Surf (1964)
Leif Garrett – Surfin’ USA (1977)
The Beach Boys – Surfer Girl (1963)
The Beach Boys – Surfin’ Safari (1962)

THE HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
The Beach Boys

The Beach Boys – Getcha Back (1985)
The Beach Boys – Fun, Fun, Fun (1964)
The Beach Boys – Little Deuce Coupe (1963)
Ol’55 – Be True To Your School (demo)
Wilson Phillips + Brian Wilson – In My Room (2004)
The Beach Boys – 409 (1962)
The Beach Boys – Shut Down (1963)

THE QUIZ
The Beach Boys

The Beach Boys- I Get Around (1964)
The Beach Boys – When I Grow Up To Be A Man (1964)
Jan & Dean – Drag City (1964)
The Hondells – Little Honda (1964)
The Beach Boys – Sloop John B (1966)
The Beach Boys – God Only Knows (1966)

XTRA: WHAT HAVE YOU DONE FOR ME LATELY? (Leo)
The Beach Boys + RPO – You Still Believe In Me

HOUR TWO

Kathy Troccoli + The Beach Boys – I Can Hear Music (1996)
The Beach Boys – Heroes And Villains (1967)
The Beach Boys – Wild Honey (1967)
The Beach Boys – Help Me Rhonda (1965)
David Lee Roth – California Girls (1985)
The Beach Boys – Kokomo (1988)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
The Beach Boys and Aussies

Leo Sayer – Darlin’ (1983)
Ol’55 – New Girl In School (1976)
The Beach Boys – Then I Kissed Her (1967)
Bette Midler – Do You Want To Dance (1973)
The Beach Boys – Dance, Dance, Dance (1965)
The Beach Boys – Rock And Roll Music (1976)

LOST 45s (Cam)
B-Side Gems

The Beach Boys – Don’t Worry Baby (1964)
The Beach Boys – Barbara Ann (1966)
The Beach Boys – Cottonfields (1970)
The Beach Boys – Wendy (1964)
The Beach Boys – Wouldn’t It Be Nice (1966)
The Beach Boys – Good Vibrations (1966)

Pic: Linda Peace - Aussie Legends contributor

11/06/2025

GET READY to feel the beat because we’re presenting three decades of amazing hits – plus a few surprises – again this week on 45RPM!

These are the tunes and features you won’t wanna miss!

HOUR ONE
R. B. Greaves – Take A Letter, Maria (1969)
Seals & Croft – Diamond Girl (1973)
The Isley Brothers - This Old Heart Of Mine (Is Weak For You) (1966, 1969)
Rod Stewart – Young Turks (1982)
Bon Jovi – Livin’ On A Prayer (1987)

HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1974

Paper Lace – Billy Don’t Be A Hero (1974)
Fontella Bass – Rescue Me (1965, 1990)
Eric Burdon & War – Spill The Wine (1970)
Wham – Young Guns (Go For It) (1983)

THE QUIZ (Ward)
Mellotron songs

Sly & The Family Stone – Dance To The Music (1968)
The Beatles – All You Need Is Love (1967)
Eurythmics – Would I Like To You (1985)
Eurythmics – Sweet Dreams (Are Made Of This) (1983)

COMEDY CAFÉ
TeeVee Toons- Jane Get Me Off This Crazy Thing (1986)

HOUR TWO
Spectrum – I’ll Be Gone (1971)
Roy Orbison – Pretty Woman (1964)
The Lovin’ Spoonful – Summer In The City (1966)
Queen – Another One Bites The Dust (1980)
Black Sabbath – Paranoid (1970)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Michael Gudinski #6

Skyhooks – Carlton (Lygon Street Limbo) (1975)
INXS/Jimmy Barnes – Good Times (1987)
The Angels – Underground (1985)
Models – Oh! Darling (1987)

LOST 45s (Cam)

Dave Dee, Dozy, Beaky, Mick & Tich – Zabadak (1967)
The Rolling Stones – Get Off My Cloud (1965)
Sonny & Cher – The Beat Goes On (1967)
Philip Bailey + Phil Collins - Easy Lover (1984)
MECO – Stars Wars Title Theme (1977)

Pic: Wes Jay

03/06/2025

THE 45RPM TEAM has put together some of the great classic tunes from the 60s, 70s and 80s – the music we all grew up listening to. In addition, you’ll hear 45s you haven’t heard in years!

HOUR ONE
The Doobie Bros – Takin’ It To The Streets (1976)
Cher – Gypsies, Tramps And Thieves (1971)
John Fogerty – The Old Man Down The Road (1985)
Four Seasons – Walk Like A Man (1963)
Michael Jackson – Billie Jean (1983)
Supertramp – The Logical Song (1979)

THE HISTORY OF POP (Newman)
1973

Suzi Quatro – Can The Can (1973)
The Beach Boys – Good Vibrations (1966)
Natalie Cole – This Will Be (1975)
The Style Council – Shout To The Top (1984)

THE QUIZ (Ward)
Accordion songs

Madness – House Of Fun (1982)
Billy Preston – Nothing From Nothing (1974)
Pilot – January (1975)
Pilot – Magic (1975)

COMEDY CAFÉ
Laura Branigan – Spanish Eddie

HOUR TWO
Neil Diamond – Crunchy Granola Suite (1972)
Nancy Sinatra – These Boots Are Made For Walkin’ (1966)
The Move – Night Of Fear (1967)
Olivia Newton-John – If You Love Me (Let Me Know) (1975)
ABBA – The Winner Takes It All (1980)

AUSSIE LEGENDS (Linda)
Michael Gudinski

Skyhooks – Living In The 70s (1974)
Stars – Mighty Rock (1977)
Models – Barbados (1985)
Carol Hitchcock – Get Ready (1987)
The Angels – We Gotta Get Out Of This Place (1987)

LOST 45s (Cam)
Ayers Rock – Lady Montego (1974)
MPD Ltd – Little Boy Sad (1965)
Diana Ross, The Supremes & The Temptations – The Rhythm Of Life (1970)
A-ha – Take On Me (1985)

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