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04/16/2026

We are thrilled to be releasing a limited, special edition vinyl version of King Harvest's Dancing in the Moonlight for the first time in 50+ years. This EP was remastered by Bernie Grundman, using the best possible source available- a first generation, 1/4 stereo tape You can preorder a bundle with a T-Shirt, or the EP alone. Here is a link to pre-order the release.

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01/29/2026

https://www.aol.com/lifestyle/5-one-hit-wonders-defined-192027205.html

Great Article on laid-back tracks. Dancing in the Moonlight by King Harvest at the top of the list!

For licensing, please contact David Robinson @me.com

5 One-Hit Wonders That Defined Laid-Back Radio
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Ah, laid-back radio. It’s the soundtrack to those lazy afternoons, the background music for weekend barbecues, and the soothing balm for long drives. Among its rich tapestry of sounds, one-hit wonders often shine the brightest, even if they only had that one moment in the sun. You know the ones — those catchy tunes that make you smile, even if you can’t remember the artist’s name. Let’s take a stroll down memory lane and revisit five one-hit wonders that truly defined our laid-back radio experience.

1. “Dancing in the Moonlight” by King Harvest

If you’ve ever found yourself swaying gently on a summer night, with a cool drink in hand and the stars twinkling above, there’s a good chance this song was playing. Released in 1972, “Dancing in the Moonlight” is the epitome of feel-good vibes. Its mellow groove and catchy chorus make it almost impossible not to hum along. You can practically picture a group of friends gathering around a campfire, sharing stories, and getting lost in the moment. But here’s the kicker: King Harvest never quite matched the success of this track. It’s one of those delightful mysteries of music — how one song can capture our hearts, while the artist fades into the background.

Ah, laid-back radio. It’s the soundtrack to those lazy afternoons, the background music for weekend barbecues, and the soothing balm for long drives. Among its rich tapestry of sounds, one-hit wonders often shine the brightest, even if they only had that one moment in the sun. You know the ones .....

04/04/2025

We're thrilled to be included in Netflix's new medical drama series, The Pulse, episode 6. The episode features King Harvest's Dancing in the Moonlight, prominently playing over loudspeakers in a bowling alley opened after hours. For licensing of this song for your next television series, film, or commercial, please contact David Robinson at [email protected].

12/05/2024

Fantastic 2024 year for King Harvest and their hit song Dancing in the Moonlight: 78 Million Spotify Streams, two major ad campaigns (Volkswagen and Eylea HD), placement in a major Hollywood film (Joker, Folie à Deux), a Dolby Atmos Release, a DJ remix with French DJ Montmartre, and many streams on other platforms (Apple Music, Youtube, Amazon, Pandora). For licensing information for your next television series, film feature, ad campaign, or other use, please contact David Robinson at [email protected].

11/17/2024

We just released a Dolby Atmos version of King Harvest's Dancing in the Moonlight. After years of looking for the original 8 track recording to provide the best version of this recording, we could only find the best 2d generation taoe- a stereo version of the original 8-track on a 1/4 inch tape. Thanks to Logic's stem separator, we were able to extract voice, drums, bass, and guitar, and create a Dolby Atmos mix. This version provides an immersive feeling of being in the recording studio with the band, incredible clarity, and detail which was previously unheard in the prior releases. You can listen with your Dolby Atmos headphones, such as the Apple EarPods Pro, or other headphones. Enjoy!

Song · 1972 · Duration 2:54

10/04/2024

"Did you ever dance with the devil in the pale moonlight?" We're thrilled that King Harvest's "Dancing in the Moonlight" was used in the new Joker "Folie à Deux" picture. The song is used after Joker and Harlequin dance together in the moonlight, dancing to Lady Gaga's original song Folie à Deux. After this sequence, Joker listens to King Harvest's "Dancing in the Moonlight" in a cab. The song was a great fit for the story line in this film.

For all licensing information for King Harvest's Dancing in the Moonlight, please contact David Robinson, Esq. at [email protected],

09/05/2024

I suspect this is just the tip of the iceberg. Too easy to defraud streaming platforms and make millions depriving artists and composers of their streaming revenue.

Federal prosecutors charged a North Carolina musician with gaming the system to win royalties from streaming services including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.

08/21/2024

Great write up on Dancing in the Moonlight by King Harvest!

The 1970s were a lush era of music. On the one hand you had robust rock music from bands like Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd and the Who. But there was also the birth of rap and the promulgation of disco. And in between there were a significant number of one-hit wonders that continue to stand the test of....

07/23/2024

Great opinion piece by Talking Head David Byrne in support of the American Music Fairness Act- a legislation to require radio stations to pay performers whose recordings are played on the radio. The US is one of the only countries in the world, along with Iran and North Korea, that does not pay performers. Big radio lobby is fighting hard against it, so if you can, please support this legislation.

The American Music Fairness Act would require U.S. radio stations, like stations in most other countries, to pay performers for playing their songs.

04/17/2024

King Harvest's Dancing in the Moonlight #10 on Billboard's Rock Digital Song Sales. Amazing that this song is back on the charts after being a top twenty hit in 1973. For all licensing information for this recording, contact David Robinson- [email protected]