CAFFE` LATTE`TOP 2000 TRACKS {EXPANDED EDITION}
#1541 CALIFORNIA SOUL Marlena Shaw
Motown writers Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson penned "California Soul". Marvin Gaye recorded it as a duet with the latter (though it was credited to Tammi Terrell) in 1969. Marlena Shaw improved on the song that year with her remake from 'The Spice of Life'.
#1542 SHE'S A MYSTERY GIRL Roy Orbison
"She's A Mystery To Me" remains 1 of the bext examples of the timeless quality of Roy Orbison as a singer and musician. Written by U2's Paul Hewson (Bono) and Dave Evans (the Edge), it was included on The Big O's 1989 album 'Mystery Girl'.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I
cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks.
Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have
universal appeal.
They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal
choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
Friday, September 5, 2014
CAFFE` LATTE` TOP 2000 TRACKS
#180 NOT WHILE I'M AROUND Barbra Streisand
The tender ballad "Not While I'm Around" from the musical 'Sweeney Todd' was penned by Stephen Sondheim. Barbra Streisand recorded her interpretation of the song for her 1985 release 'The Broadway Album'. Richard Baskin produced her remake.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
#180 NOT WHILE I'M AROUND Barbra Streisand
The tender ballad "Not While I'm Around" from the musical 'Sweeney Todd' was penned by Stephen Sondheim. Barbra Streisand recorded her interpretation of the song for her 1985 release 'The Broadway Album'. Richard Baskin produced her remake.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
Thursday, September 4, 2014
CAFFE` LATTE`TOP 2000 TRACKS {EXPANDED EDITION}
#1539 I'VE BEEN LOVING YOU TOO LONG Otis Redding
Otis Redding penned the classic R&B ballad "I've Been Loving You Too Long" with Jerry Butler in 1965. It was included on his 'Otis Blue' album the following year. His impassioned delivery ensures this will always be a soul staple.
#1540 I NEVER MEANT TO LOVE HIM Etta James
The impassioned soul track "I Never Meant To Love Him" remained unreleased for 20 years by Chess Records until 1993 and the release of 'The Essential Etta James' compilation. The song was written by Ronald Carson and Terry McFadden and is 1 of her best recordings.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
#1539 I'VE BEEN LOVING YOU TOO LONG Otis Redding
Otis Redding penned the classic R&B ballad "I've Been Loving You Too Long" with Jerry Butler in 1965. It was included on his 'Otis Blue' album the following year. His impassioned delivery ensures this will always be a soul staple.
#1540 I NEVER MEANT TO LOVE HIM Etta James
The impassioned soul track "I Never Meant To Love Him" remained unreleased for 20 years by Chess Records until 1993 and the release of 'The Essential Etta James' compilation. The song was written by Ronald Carson and Terry McFadden and is 1 of her best recordings.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
CAFFE` LATTE` TOP 2000 TRACKS
#181 THAT'S ME Abba
The ABBA album track "That's Me" had the working title of "Coachman's Farm". ABBA began recording the track in March 1976 for the 'Arrival' album issued that year. The song was used as the B-side for the worldwide hit single "Money, Money, Money". Group members Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson co-wrote the song with ABBA's manager Stig Anderson.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
#181 THAT'S ME Abba
The ABBA album track "That's Me" had the working title of "Coachman's Farm". ABBA began recording the track in March 1976 for the 'Arrival' album issued that year. The song was used as the B-side for the worldwide hit single "Money, Money, Money". Group members Bjorn Ulvaeus and Benny Andersson co-wrote the song with ABBA's manager Stig Anderson.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
CAFFE` LATTE`TOP 2000 TRACKS {EXPANDED EDITION}
#1537 AROUND THE WAY GIRL LL Cool J
LL Cool J dropped 1 of the most accessible early rap songs with "Around The Way Girl", a single lifted off his 1990 album 'Mama Said Knock You Out'. He wrote the track with Marlon Williams.
#1538 I CAN HEAR MUSIC The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys turned a Ronettes flop into a glorious celebration when they covered the song created by the skilful team of Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich and Phil Spector. Their remake charted in 1969.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
#1537 AROUND THE WAY GIRL LL Cool J
LL Cool J dropped 1 of the most accessible early rap songs with "Around The Way Girl", a single lifted off his 1990 album 'Mama Said Knock You Out'. He wrote the track with Marlon Williams.
#1538 I CAN HEAR MUSIC The Beach Boys
The Beach Boys turned a Ronettes flop into a glorious celebration when they covered the song created by the skilful team of Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich and Phil Spector. Their remake charted in 1969.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
CAFFE` LATTE` TOP 2000 TRACKS
#182 LOVE OF MY LIFE Queen
The 1975 album 'A Night at the Opera' revealed many sides to Queen. "Love of my Life" was definitely a standout track and remains 1 of the band's best ballads. Freddie Mercury penned the song. The group produced the recording with Roy Thomas Baker.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
#182 LOVE OF MY LIFE Queen
The 1975 album 'A Night at the Opera' revealed many sides to Queen. "Love of my Life" was definitely a standout track and remains 1 of the band's best ballads. Freddie Mercury penned the song. The group produced the recording with Roy Thomas Baker.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
CAFFE` LATTE`TOP 2000 TRACKS {EXPANDED EDITION}
#1535 NEXT TO ME Emeli Sande'
"Next To Me" was the thrilling breakthrough British #2 hit from Emeli Sande's debut album 'Our Version Of Events' in 2012. She co-wrote the song with Hugo Chegwin, Harry Craze and Anup Paul.
#1536 WHITE LADY WHITE POWDER Elton John
Elton John co-wrote "White Lady White Powder" with Bernie Taupin. The track was included on John's 1980 album '21 At 33'.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
#1535 NEXT TO ME Emeli Sande'
"Next To Me" was the thrilling breakthrough British #2 hit from Emeli Sande's debut album 'Our Version Of Events' in 2012. She co-wrote the song with Hugo Chegwin, Harry Craze and Anup Paul.
#1536 WHITE LADY WHITE POWDER Elton John
Elton John co-wrote "White Lady White Powder" with Bernie Taupin. The track was included on John's 1980 album '21 At 33'.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
CAFFE` LATTE` TOP 2000 TRACKS
#183 GREATEST LOVE OF ALL {Club 69 Mix} Whitney Houston
Michael Masser and Linda Creed composed "Greatest Love Of All" for 'The Greatest', a film about and starring Muhammed Ali. The original version was recorded by George Benson and charted in 1977. Whitney Houston recorded a remake for her debut album in 1985. It was released as a single the following year and reached #1 in the USA, Australia and Canada. Masser was recruited by Clive Davis, the head of her label Arista Records, to produce Houston's version.
The version that is ranked among this Top 2000 is a dance remix that was included on the compilation CD 'The Greatest Hits', issued in 2000. The remix was produced by Peter Rauhofer. The DJ/ remixer was born in Austria and worked on tracks by an array of music acts that included Cher, Donna Summer, Madonna, Depeche Mode and Jennifer Lopez. He died of a brain tumour in 2013.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
#183 GREATEST LOVE OF ALL {Club 69 Mix} Whitney Houston
Michael Masser and Linda Creed composed "Greatest Love Of All" for 'The Greatest', a film about and starring Muhammed Ali. The original version was recorded by George Benson and charted in 1977. Whitney Houston recorded a remake for her debut album in 1985. It was released as a single the following year and reached #1 in the USA, Australia and Canada. Masser was recruited by Clive Davis, the head of her label Arista Records, to produce Houston's version.
The version that is ranked among this Top 2000 is a dance remix that was included on the compilation CD 'The Greatest Hits', issued in 2000. The remix was produced by Peter Rauhofer. The DJ/ remixer was born in Austria and worked on tracks by an array of music acts that included Cher, Donna Summer, Madonna, Depeche Mode and Jennifer Lopez. He died of a brain tumour in 2013.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
Monday, September 1, 2014
CAFFE` LATTE`TOP 2000 TRACKS {EXPANDED EDITION}
#1533 HEARTLESS Kanye West
"Heartless" was a touching song from Kanye West's 2008 '808s & Heartbreak' album. He co-wrote it with Ernest Wilson, Scott Mescudi (Kid Cudi), Malik Jones (aka Malik Yusef), Jeff Bhasker and Benjamin McIldowie (Mr Hudson).
#1534 ONE DAY MORE! 'Les Miserables' World Cast
The World Cast recording of "One Day More", written by Claude- Michel Schonberg and Herbert Kretzmer for "Les Miserables", features Australians Philip Quast and Anthony Warlow with Gary Morris, Michael Ball and others singing in unison.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
#1533 HEARTLESS Kanye West
"Heartless" was a touching song from Kanye West's 2008 '808s & Heartbreak' album. He co-wrote it with Ernest Wilson, Scott Mescudi (Kid Cudi), Malik Jones (aka Malik Yusef), Jeff Bhasker and Benjamin McIldowie (Mr Hudson).
#1534 ONE DAY MORE! 'Les Miserables' World Cast
The World Cast recording of "One Day More", written by Claude- Michel Schonberg and Herbert Kretzmer for "Les Miserables", features Australians Philip Quast and Anthony Warlow with Gary Morris, Michael Ball and others singing in unison.
The list is a ranking made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice.This expanded section now includes songs from the last few years. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
Along with climbing among the Top 200 each day, 2 new songs ranked in positions 1501-2000 will also be added daily.
CAFFE` LATTE` TOP 2000 TRACKS
#184 HEADING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Renee Geyer
Australia's eminent blue-eyed soul vocalist has been wowing this country's audiences for 5 decades. Her 1st singles to make the Australian chart were "What Do I Do On Sunday Morning?" and a mighty remake of James Brown's "It's A Man's Man's World" in 1974 and '75 respectively. Later in the same year, Geyer dropped a stunning new single; an original entitled "Heading in the Right Direction".
The disc became her 1st to crack the Top 40 here, peaking at #31. It was co-written by her guitarist Mark Punch with Garry Paige. "Heading...", a moving R&B ballad, was included on her 'Ready To Deal' album, which was unleashed around the same time and peaked at #21. This hit helped establish Geyer as 1 of the few widely respected female vocalists during the Seventies. "Heading..." was produced by Geyer with Ern Rose, Punch and members of her band: Barry Sullivan, Greg Tell and Mal Logan.
Following the single's success in Australia, RCA / Mushroom Records planned to launch the singer in the USA. Geyer explained to me during an interview that she was advised to release the track without a photo. At the time, radio was very segregated and black music stations were reluctant to play songs by white artists. Geyer confessed she did not comprehend and insisted that her photo be included with the single. R&B radio stations immediately discarded the song from their playlists. Sadly, "Heading..." flopped in America.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
#184 HEADING IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Renee Geyer
Australia's eminent blue-eyed soul vocalist has been wowing this country's audiences for 5 decades. Her 1st singles to make the Australian chart were "What Do I Do On Sunday Morning?" and a mighty remake of James Brown's "It's A Man's Man's World" in 1974 and '75 respectively. Later in the same year, Geyer dropped a stunning new single; an original entitled "Heading in the Right Direction".
The disc became her 1st to crack the Top 40 here, peaking at #31. It was co-written by her guitarist Mark Punch with Garry Paige. "Heading...", a moving R&B ballad, was included on her 'Ready To Deal' album, which was unleashed around the same time and peaked at #21. This hit helped establish Geyer as 1 of the few widely respected female vocalists during the Seventies. "Heading..." was produced by Geyer with Ern Rose, Punch and members of her band: Barry Sullivan, Greg Tell and Mal Logan.
Following the single's success in Australia, RCA / Mushroom Records planned to launch the singer in the USA. Geyer explained to me during an interview that she was advised to release the track without a photo. At the time, radio was very segregated and black music stations were reluctant to play songs by white artists. Geyer confessed she did not comprehend and insisted that her photo be included with the single. R&B radio stations immediately discarded the song from their playlists. Sadly, "Heading..." flopped in America.
This is a list made up of the songs I enjoy the most, ranked in order of preference: the higher we go, the more I cherish them. Some were released as singles, others as album tracks. Some are obscure; others were worldwide hits or have universal appeal. They aren't always the most famous or popular, but simply a personal choice. I have excluded songs from the last few years in order to get a better idea of a song's lasting impression. I hope you find some new tracks to love, or re-discover some past favourites.
A new song from the Top 200 is added each day, while another 2 are also included from positions 1501-2000 daily. Check back here every 12 hours for an update of the 2000.
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