December 18 Playlist + Food Pantry Update + Upcoming Schedule

Thanks to the super WVKR listeners who participated in our Gala Match Game special
Carl, Joe (2x!), James, Bob, Janey, Jim and ultimate winner

Judy from Greenfield Park,

together we accumulated $94 to donate to the Philipstown Food Pantry this holiday season!

And of course I couldn't have done it without the VKR DJ celebri-tees Nick DeLayy (Big Blue Kitchen), Andy Tokash (Folk, Rock & Roots), Jay Spica (Thin Air) ,Vince Vincent (Jukebox Jamboree), and the ultimate game playa--Primitive George (The Primitive Show). Thanks to Bill Eberlee, Frank of The Vinyl Triumph and especially Lyn The She Devil for their support as well, even though they could not make the actual show.

I played a few tunes. Here: http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=12-18-2009

So when WILL I be back on the air? Keep checking this site weekly for updates. Right now it's scheduled for the first Friday in February, but it could be sooner!

Happy Holidays, and thanks for all YOUR support!

Sammy

December 11 Playlist + Upcoming Shows

Hope you enjoyed today's Lost And Found Seventies Show. Darned turntables...Playlist:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=12-11-2009

Friday December 18 will be the last show until February, possibly longer, on WVKR ,that is. You MUST keep this Blog bookmarked to hear when I'll be back on the air--maybe even SOONER. oooh...

Meanwhile the Deeember 18th show is our annual Gay-Lah and we're going to invite you listeners to play with whatever VKR DJs show up to help raise money for the Philipstown Food Pantry by playing "Match Game" and musical "Pyramid." A GAS!

Would love your feedback:
lostoldies@yahoo.com Hey how's your holiday season so far?

Thanks for listening.
Sammy

December 4 + Upcoming Schedule

Today was our final look back at The Sixties: 40 Years Ago This Week which began in July 2006. What a long, strange trip it's been....But all good things must end.

Friday December 11 is Lost And Found Seventies--Email your requests to lostoldies@yahoo.com

Then December 18, our annual GaLa featuring a whole gaggle of VKR DJs playing with YOU, the listeners, on game shows like "Match Game", "Pyramid", all to raise $$$ for the Philipstown Food Pantry. Don't miss it!

Then I'm off the air December 25 and all of January. Lyn The She Devil will be filling in many of those vacant spots so hats off to her.

Check this page regularly to find out when I'll be back on the air!

Thanks for listening! SAMMY

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=12-04-2009

November 27 Playlist + Upcoming Shows + Bobby Darin

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=11-27-2009

Something up with WVKR's internet feed prevented me from accessing another source of music which made for a rather ramshackle afternoon, but methinks we pulled out of it ok. LOTSA great feedback which I TRULY appreciate. Feel free to Email lostoldies@yahoo.com to let me know what you thought. Maybe you have an idea for the December 11 SEVENTIES show. Next week, December 4, will be DECEMBER 1969 !

And I'd really like to know what you think of Bobby Darin. I'm reading a biography of him right now, don't really know him much besides Splish Splash, Mack The Knife, Beyond The Sea (thanks, Carol!) and his killer version of If I Were A Carpenter.

Hope you had a joyous Thanksgiving and thanks for listening!
Sammy

November 20 Playlist + Michele Balan Pix!

Wow wotta blast on today's show with Comic Michele Balan live in the studio. We were supposed to talk more about comedy, her act, etc, but we were having so much fun with the music. So many wonderful callers on the air and off. Thanks for your enthusisasm! It's contagious!

(ps so is Jonny Eatabone)

www.michelebalan.com is her website; I truly hope you'll get to see this funny, funny gal. Email me at lostoldies@yahoo.com if ya caught her in Poughkeepsie.

Meanwhile here's the playlist from today's show. http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=11-20-2009

Thanks so much for listening and Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

Sammy

Comic Michele Balan LIVE on WVKR November 20!

Hey Kids!

Forget DANCING with the stars, Sammyboy's DISHING with the stars!

Comic Michele Balan of "Jay Leno Laugh Squad" headlines Bananas Comedy Club in Poughkeepsie Friday and Saturday November 20 & 21.

But FIRST...

She's gonna be a GUEST on Friday Nov. 20's "Lost And Found Oldies Show"at 3pm! The woman's frigging hilarious and she'll be LIVE in the studio dishing the oldies and cracking us up.

Check this out: (http://www.thejaylenoshow.com/laugh-squad/michele-balan/)

Bananas Comedy Club is at the Mercury Grand Hotel in Poughkeepsie.

(2170 Route 9, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, 845-462-3333)

There will be one show Friday at 9 pm ($12 cover) and two Saturday, 8 pm and 10:30 pm ($15 cover).

Balan (http://www.comicbalan.com/) gave up a high paying job in high-tech 20 years ago to follow an avocation, one at which she has been extremely successful. Much in demand as a commentator, Balan brings her funny insights to everything from film and television to life on the road, gay rights, middle age, being Jewish, New York real estate, and not quitting smoking to TV, radio, panels, and the stage.

Voted one of the “Top 10 Comics” by Backstage Magazine in 2004, Brooklyn-born Balan is a brash, Stand-up comedian who has performed on Comedy Central, E!, LOGO, and NBC, as well as in top comedy clubs, theatres, festivals, non-profit events, and on cruises all over the country, including The Improv in Los Angeles, Caroline’s on Broadway in NYC and Montreal’s “Just For Laughs Festival.” Balan also writes the fashion police quotes for Life & Style Magazine. She has written comedy for Leslie Gore and has shared the stage with Kathy Najimy, Jennifer Holiday, Taylor Dayne, Harvey Fierstein, Bruce Vilanch, The Smothers Brothers, and Nell Carter. Balan has also been a roaster at the legendary Friars Club Roasts.

November 6th Playlist

Today's look back to November 1969 featured audio clips from TV shows that aired this week 40 years ago including the Kitty KarryAll episode of "The Brady Bunch", the first "Night Gallery", and NBC's introduction to "Sesame Street" which premiered this week in '69.

I also threw in some kiddie commercials and movie trailers from that era that seemed to jog a lot of your memories.

Plus lotsa great AM radio hits (and misses): http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=11-06-2009

Would love YOUR feedback plus suggestions for November 13th's "SIXTIES" show:
lostoldies@yahoo.com

THANKS FOR LISTENING!--Sammy

October 23 Playlist + Special Guests and Game Shows!

Wow big time thanks to Primitive George and DJ Vicki Victoria who were great sports and helped me raise $78 for the Philipstown Food Pantry in Cold Spring on Academy Street. If you'd like to donate or have need of the pantry services Email me at lostoldies@yahoo.com and I'll hook ya up with the coordinator Andrea Bach (left with Yours Truly). Or go to www.presbychurchcoldspring.org to find out how YOU can help our neighbors in need.

Remember The Primitive Spooktacular Friday October 30 from noon to 3pm--should be a wicked pisser--and 10/30 is also DJ Vicki's birthday! Listen to her "Chantilly Lace" program Wednesday afternoons from 2 to 3 pm. She's truly a delight!

A regular LAFOS next Friday--Email a request--Thanks for listening!
Sammy

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=10-23-2009

October 16 Playlist + PG vs. Sammy

Did ya like the show today? Calls were way less than normal! Where was yas??? Email me at lostoldies@yahoo.com

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=10-16-2009

So ya heard me and my man Primitive George go at it today? All in jest, it's a mutual love fest (hey that rhymes) cuz George is the KING of Friday afternoons!
And where was the KING of Thursday nights? He did not call....hmmmm.....Mister Clark?

Chuck from New Paltz informs me that Kevin from Marlboro moved to MARYLAND! No wonder I haven't heard from him in a dog's age. Good luck, Kev, I miss ya.

Thanks to ALL who listened today. Shoot me an Email, woulda ya? Thanks!
Sammy

October 9, 2009 Playlist

Good to be back today. Thanks for all the supportive calls. Work--as in paid employment--may stand in the way of future LAFOSs but I'll do my best to make it each and every week as long as you'll have me. Here's today's show:
http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=10-09-2009

Shoot me an Email and let me know what's on your mind. Thanks for listening!
Sammy
lostoldies@yahoo.com

September 25 Playlist + Update

Thanks for the all the supportive calls welcoming me back.
My future on WVKR is still up in the air, but believe me, it's NOT because I don't LOVE what I do, quite the opposite. There's just some....things going on and if I *DO* leave, it will be better for ALL, especially YOU, the listeners! How can that be, Sammy? Trust me on this one, kay? For now just keep it tuned to Independent 91.3 www.wvkr.org !

Eatabone an I offered to fill in for Joel Tyner while he's on hiatus due to the election--can't have a radio show and run for office--but my Email was never responded to, and found out 2nd hand that Exec Staff might air a repeat of Democracy Now, which is what happened. (Just wish someone would have let me know for sure)....Got some calls re: this issue. One was opposed to the Dem Now repeat, one was just as rabidly FOR, one caller thought that Fridays could be devoted to just music. Where do YOU stand?

Also, Tony O is no longer on WVKR--not sure if that's temporary or permanent--what's YOUR take on the situation? Gonna miss him?

Today's show saluted the wonderful pledgers who donated during my show and featured MORE 1969 music. See? http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=09-25-2009

Lyn The She Devil fills in for me October 2nd. Email lostoldies@yahoo.com
LOVE your feedback!

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

WVKR Pledge Drive Thank Yous + Goodbye (?)

This Friday was WVKR's annual pledge drive.

Once again the listeners came through loudly and clearly how much they value "The Lost And Found Oldies Show" and that deserves recognition right here and right now:

Kenneth from Poughkeepsie !

Alice from Middletown !

Big Joe from Rosendale !

Stan from Cold Spring !

Sam The Tattoo Man !

George from North Salem !

Robert from Poughkeepsie !

Peter from Poughkeepsie !

Chuck from New Paltz !

Lyn from Poughkeepsie !

Robert from Newburgh !

Richard from Stone Ridge !

Don from Middletown !

Johnny Tremendous !

Karen from New Paltz !

Bernard from Newburgh !

Thomas from New Paltz !

Steve from New Milford !

Robert from Port Ewen !

Tonja from ?

Bob from ? !

Pat from ? !

Those are just the people that called during my shift but I also need to thank

Suzanne from Vassar who donated online and wanted me to know she enjoyed the show and to EVERYONE ELSE who mentioned LAFOS as one of their favorite shows. You're tops!

Today's show was a little difficult, and not just because of the date of its broadcast.

In case you missed the announcement at the end of the show, I will be OFF THE AIR for at least the next 3 weeks, hopefully not longer, but no guarantees at this point.

You must know that doing the show has been the highlight of my week for the last 5 1/2 years you've let me into your homes, cars, offices. Your support, either by phone, email, or in person has been truly valued--I KNOW who you are and hopefully YOU do too--THANK YOU!

Check back here to find out when (if?) I'll be back on the air.

lostoldies@yahoo.com

Sammy

Wow, sad to say goodbye to The Summer of '69; So many great memories. Hope you heard some of your favorites and maybe made some new faves as a result of tuning in.

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=09-04-2009

Two albums debuted on the Billboard Album Chart 40 years ago this week: "Everything's Archie" and the Soundtrack to"Easy Rider." Sp0tlighted both of those LPs today; was taking votes from the callers and the majority of you preferred "ER" but not by much. And some of you agreed with me that BOTH are equally deserving of merit. So true!

The WVKR Pledge Drive starts Tuesday, September 8th. Hopefully you can donate some $$$ to the station to keep it running for another year. I'm hoping to get a minimum of 40 people to call in their support. NO DONATION IS TOO SMALL!

Would love your feedback as always lostoldies@yahoo.com.

THANKS FOR LISTENING! I've had a blast!
Sammy

August 28 Playlist + WVKR Ramblings

Not sure why Blogger won't let me paste the link into these posts anymore but you can still access the playlist here: http://www.wvkr.radioactivity.fm
and check out ALL the great (and not-so-great) playlists WVKR has.

In the GREAT category is the GREAT Primitive George who was really missed and sounded GREAT both shifts he was on this week. Welcome back, G. Thanks for hangin with me during the first half of my show today, too. Appreciate it.

Don't understand why VKR management has not informed us about the pledge drive which is supposed to start Sept. 8! I even asked one of the exec staff today--less than 2 weeks before the pledge drive--AND SHE WASN'T SURE!!! oy.....

Get your requests in for MY portion of the pledge drive. Next Friday September 4 is the culmination of The Summer of '69 so TUNE IN!

Comments welcome at lostoldies@yahoo.com and as always
THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Sam

August 21 Playlists + WVKR Musings

Filled in for Primitive George for 2 hours today, allowing me to bring you the Ultimate Summer of '69 playlist. Hope you caught all of it. Google WVKR radioactivity and click on "sammyboy".

Honestly, it was only for fans who have fond memories of the Summer of "69. Played some overdone stuff but it makes sense IN CONTEXT!

But the REAL news is Joel Tyner having Pete Seeger LIVE in the studio today! I noticed a small sign on the studio door and mentioned it throughout the show, but WVKR did not see fit to put the news on its website?! This is insane! Pete was absolutely wonderful and as much as I love The Bachelor Pad, I'm not so sure I would have been able to dismiss the treasure that is Pete Seeger so quickly.

Next Friday is Lost And Found SEVENTIES! Email your suggestions to lostoldies@yahoo.com

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

Woodstock '69 Playlist + Next Week Preview

Today's show featured every artist (except Quill) who played at Woodstock '69. What other radio program can make that claim? Yet the response was....tepid at best. Yikes. Here's what you heard (or didn't hear):

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=08-14-2009

Next week I'm in for George either at noon or 1pm depending on Lyn's Whims.

Email me at lostoldies@yahoo.com I'm thinkin a givin this gig up......

Thanks for listening,
Sammy

August 7 Playlist + August 14 Preview

How great to have Sam The Tattoo Man back again programming the music.
Sam is a generous contributor to the annual WVKR pledge drive and brought in tunes that captured the spirit of Woodstock '69 or featured artists that COULDA been there but weren't. I must confess I didn't expect Elvis Costello in the mix, but it WORKED! Miss anything?

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=08-07-2009

Would love to know what YOU thought: lostoldies@yahoo.com

Join me Friday August 14 for at least one hour, maybe more, of Woodstock '69 musical memories featuring songs and artists NOT included on the Original Soundtrack Album.

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

July 31 Playlist + Next Weeks' Preview

Here's the playlist for this week's Lost And Found Sixties Show: http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=07-31-2009

I was most excited about some of those rarely heard tracks by acts like The Robbs, The Applejacks, The Ohio Express and The Ides Of March. They're becoming some of my favorite records and I hope the same is true for you.

Glad to get on requests for Mark, Alice and Max. lostoldies@yahoo.com

August 7 will have guest co host Sam The Tattoo Man helping me look back 40 years to Woodstock by bringing in some records by acts HE thinks would've been a good fit for the festival. Hmm...

Then I'll be doing my own Woodstock tribute the following week August 14. Requests welcome.

Off to Philly for a conference. Hopefully I'll check out some used vinyl stores and come back with some great finds to play for ya on future shows.

THANKS FOR LISTENING!
Sammy

July 24, 1969 Playlist + Johnny Tremendous!

And a new comedy team is born....Primitive George and Johnny Tremendous were HYSTERICAL together on yesterday's show! Thanks for all the calls, but I missed some of you regulars.....Alice....Chuck...and where was LEE??? Thanks to all of you who DID take the time. Lori, Maria, Jay, Jon, Pete, Sam, Bob, Mark, Marge, and of course MAX FROM MONROE! Hope I didn't forget anyone. You're the best!!

Here's a link to Tremendous' Stand Up act:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQoTdQOS8GY

And here's a link to the playlist:
http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=07-24-2009

We also heard "Shadows Of The Night" from the "Dark Shadows Soundtrack Album", "Black Pearl" by Sonny Charles & The Checkmates and "One" by Three Dog Night.

July 31 will feature Lost And Found SIXTIES so shoot me an Email and make a request. LOVE your feedback! lostoldies@yahoo.com

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

July 17 Playlist 1979 Rock VS Disco: Who Won?

The listneners did!

Today we commemorated 30 years ago July 12, 1979 and Steve Dahl's Disco Demolition Night in Chicago's Comiskey Park. The unofficial death of Disco?

I expected a lot of friction, not to mention down right complaints for playing ~gasp~ DISCO on the show today. Most were appreciative of the mix, except one guy who said, nope, guess 1979 was not a good year for music. WRONG! Most people took a side 30 years ago, either Rock OR Disco, couldn't like both. I, of course, did. Not sure how it sounded all mixed up. Would love YOUR feedback at lostoldies@yahoo.com or leave a public comment.

Remember Friday July 24 it's the Return of Johnny Tremendous and TWO HOURS of 1969 AM Radio Gold handpicked by JT himself. Be there!

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=07-17-2009

July 10 Playlist + Phone Calls +

Today was Lost And Found Sixties culminating in our weekly look back at the Summer of 69,

Hopefully a lot of these songs either brought back some great memories or became new favorites of yours.

I did play some familiar tunes but as I stated a couple times, nothin wrong with it if there's a POINT!

"Oldies" that get played on OTHER radio stations really have no business being played on WVKR if there's no point either thematically or musically. You DJs are just making us sick of them! Just my opinion. Feel free to disagree: lostoldies@yahoo.com

July 10 Playlist: http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?showoid=1666&date=07-10-2009

Believe me, I LOVE getting phone calls, shows you really have a reaction to what you're hearing.

I ranted on air today about keeping the calls brief. PLEASE know that the rant was directed at one person. They know who they are so if you're thinking "I hope he didn't mean me"--I can assure you I didn't.

Emails are the preferred way to go: lostoldies@yahoo.com

Shoot me a suggestion for next week's show. Thanks for listening!

Sammy

July 3 Playlist + July 10 Show

We kick off the Summer of '69 with TWO SOLID HOURS of AM radio hits and near hits for your holiday barbeques.

From now until Labor Day, it's at least an hour of musical memories from 40 years ago so make sure you tune in every week from 3 to 5 pm EST to http://www.wvkr.org/.

July 10 will also feature Lost And Found SIXTIES so send in YOUR requests to lostoldies@yahoo.com !

July 3 Playlist: http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=07-03-2009

Thanks to BILL FROM GOSHEN for your wonderful surprise!

And thank YOU for listening!
Sammy

No June 26 Playlist + Contest Winner + 3rd Of July

No playlist this week, did it manually.
Email lostoldies@yahoo.com if you need a song ID'd.

Congratulations to Brian from Goshen for winning June 19th's contest and a $25 gift card. Brian got 32 right, just ahead of Chuck from New Paltz who scored with 30. Johnny Tremendous was in 3rd with 23. Had Peter Clark been eligible, HE would have won by getting FORTY answers correct. Thanks, everyone, who played and for your feedback.

July 3rd will kick off "The Summer of '69" at 3pm right after Primitive George does his awesome Surf Show starting at 12 noon on www.wvkr.org !

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

June 19 Playlist + THE ANSWERS!

So it was a hard contest, huh? How'd ya do? Did you enjoy? Have fun listening? Hope so.

Answers here:http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=06-19-2009

Winner will be announced dring Friday's Lost And Found Oldies Show. Find out if it's YOU!

Sammy

lostoldies@yahoo.com

June 1971 Contest Rules + Clues

On Friday June 19 "The Lost And Found Oldies Show" will be playing 25 B-sides of hit singles that were on the Billboard Hot 100 this date in 1971. You have a chance to win a $50 gift card simply by identifying the A-side of the single as well as the artist of each record. A point will be scored for every correct answer and the first person to Email lostoldies@yahoo.com with all 50 correct answers (25 artists/25 A-sides) wins the gift card! Your entry should look like this:

1. Sugar Sugar--The Archies
2. Lola--The Kinks
3. I Can't See Nobody--Bee Gees
etc up to #25.

Make sure the number matches the song!

If no one gets all 50 points, the person with the highest number of points will win a $25 gift card. In case of a tie, the FIRST person to Email me gets the prize. DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, 8:00 PM EST! Everyone will receive a reply Email your entry was received and the winner will be announced on Friday June 26 between 3 and 5pm. Listen to 91.3 FM or http://www.wvkr.org/ to win! Decisions of the judge (me) are final and WVKR management is in no way involved with the process other than to provide the broadcast. I'll be sprinkling subtle clues throughout the show and as a special treat for visiting this blogspot page, below are some additional clues for ya.

1.UA
2.RCA
3.A&M
4.Atlantic
5.MGM
6.Roulette
7.AVCO
8.Columbia
9.Bell
10.Invictus
11.Atlantic
12.UA
13.Dove
14.RCA
15.Buddah
16.UNI
17.Lionel
18.Dunhill
19.Elektra
20.RCA
21.MGM
22.Decca
23.Hot Wax
24.RCA
25.Bell

Additionally, spelling doesn't count, but accuracy does, ie if the song were "Who Loves You", I would accept "Four Seaons" or "4 Seasons" but NOT "Frankie Valli". HAVE FUN!!

June 12 Playlists + Email Link + Feedback

I need your suggestions for next week's Lost And Found Seventies Show. Got a few already but need more!
lostoldies@yahoo.com

Here's today's playlist: http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=06-12-2009

Tried some new technology. Struggled. Couldnt get to as many phones as a result. So good to hear from Mark from Cornwall after a prolonged absence. Would love to hear YOUR feedback. Email above. THANKS for listening!

Sammy

June 5, 1969 Playlist + Instant Requests +1969 Feedback

Great to be back after a one week vacay in my native Detroit. Didn't make it to my fave used record store so no new tunes to bring back, but I'm in the process of digitzing my record collection so I'll now be able to do INSTANT REQUESTS and there'll be a better chance that I'll be able to play what you want to hear Johnny On The Spot!

So what do you think about The Summer of '69 as the theme each and every week from Independence Day to Labor Day? So much great music AM and FM style. Overkill? So far the reaction is evenly divided. Would love YOUR feedback at lostoldies@yahoo.com

Meanwhile here's the playlist from Friday June 5th's show: http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=06-05-2009

Remember The Primitive Soul Show Wednesday nights 8 to 10pm on WVKR www.wvkr.org. You never know when I might pop in to join El Primitivo to help him spin those funky platters. And he is SUCH a nice guy that he let the guy who I replaced FIVE YEARS AGO take up an hour of his Primitive Show today. Class act, Georgie, but I missed garagerockinout on the drive in.

Thanks for listening: PLEASE let me know you're OUT THERE!

Sammy

May 22 Playlist + Anniversary + May 29 + 1969

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=05-22-2009

Oops. looks like I shoulda made it clearer about what I meant by "Beach Music". From WIKIpedia:

Beach music, also known as Carolina beach music, is a regional genre which developed from various musical styles of the forties, fifties and sixties. These styles ranged from big band swing instrumentals to the more raucous sounds of blues/jump blues, jazz, doo-wop, boogie, rhythm and blues, reggae, rockabilly and old-time rock and roll. Beach music is closely associated with the style of swing dance known as the shag, or the Carolina shag, which is also the official state dance of both North Carolina and South Carolina. Recordings with a 4/4 "blues shuffle" rhythmic structure and moderate-to-fast tempo are the most popular music for the shag, and the vast majority of the music in this genre fits that description.

Lotta good tunes, but I think last year's Memorial Day Beach Music special worked better because I mixed up the categories above whereas today I sorta lumped 'em all together. Oh well. It was still great to have Sam The Tattoo Man sit in with me. A heckuva nice guy. And he brought me a new copy of the original "Everything's Archie" LP! Cool!Email me if you wanna know where to get tattoo'd!

Totally forgot to mention it was 5 Memorial Days ago that I got the Friday 3pm gig following the amazing Primitive Show. A dream come true!

Remember Primitive George starts "The Primitive Soul Show" Wednesdays 8 to 10 pm all this summer. I hope to join him on occasion, maybe even THIS Thursday May 27 since I will NOT be doing a show May 29. I'll be in Detroit Rock City for my niece's high school graduation.

Would love your feedback on today's show and how you feel about a whole summer of '69 from 3 to 5 this summer.

lostoldies@yahoo.com

Thanks for listening and Happy Memorial Day; let's honor our vets!

Sammy

May 15+ Why Didn't Sammy Answer The Phones

Kinda different playlist today, huh? Not rockin' but who could follow Primitive George's BOSS 70s show mixin' in the current garage tunes. Super Duper! Noon To Three pm Friday afternoons. Click on the link at the top left of this blog page for a link to George's podcast.

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=05-15-2009

Email me at:

lostoldies@yahoo.com

All vinyl show today except for a few requested tunes I only had on CD. Why? To protest the new CD players the station got. You've probably heard every DJ rag about 'em like I did on this blog page last week. Not sure what this will mean for my future shows that utilize a lot of jingles.

As for the phones, I was just pooped from a very stressful week. I love my life, but sometimes things just get overwhelming. You know how it goes. Anyway, bottom line, just didn't have the energy and certainly didn't want to have to be nice to anyone complaining the show wasn't rockin' enough! The songs matched my mood; I sure hope you liked 'em too. Let me know at the Email link above.

Friday May 22 is our 2nd annual Beach Music special. Not surfin hot rod stuff, but the North Carolina soul oriented stuff. BE THERE!

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

May 8 Playlist + Next 3 Weeks + WVKRRRRRRGH

Today was Lost And Found Sixties covering the years 1963-1968. Over 40 songs in 2 hours, several of which I've never played before including some Boss album cuts that sure sounded like singles. Miss any? http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=05-08-2009

Thank you SO much for the great Emails about last week's CKLW 1969 retrospective. Twas the most Email I've gotten on one show, all positive except one with some possibly valid criticisms. All appreciated. lostoldies@yahoo.com

Got some exciting 1969 news coming up in a few weeks. But let's get through May first. Next week it's Lost And Found Seventies. Not sure what form it will take--AM pop? Later FM rock? What would YOU like? Then May 22 is Memorial Day weekend. Sam The Tattoo Man wanted to guest host but I didn't hear from him this week so I think I'm going to go ahead with another Beach Music special like we did last 4th of July and very well received. The following week May 29 I'll be away. waa.

OK, so WVKR spent all this $$$ on new CD players that are supposed to be top of the line but are NOT the best equipment for a radio station, especially on a show that plays 2 minute songs! The players are tempermental about CD-Rs, often take anywhere from 3 to 15 seconds to "load", an eternity if you're trying to be fast paced, and have a slight delay between the time you push the button and when the sound comes out.

One nice caller said he didn't notice any problems; I think he was just being kind. And like I said on the air, who could be upset with the groovy sounds coming out of the ray-dee-oh! Thanks SO MUCH for listening!

Sammy

First Of May, 1969

Wow what a trip through the Time Tunnel takin' us back to May First, 1969! Jingles, commercials, and even actual recordings of a CKLW jock from back in the day. Not to mention over 3 dozen 45s on the charts 40 years ago this week. Thanks for indulging my AM radio DJ passion; the phone lines were burnin' up, as they say, and I couldn't even answer every call. You guys are the best! Missed something?:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=05-01-2009

Email me at lostoldies@yahoo.com to let me know your thoughts. We'll be doin' 1969 again the first week of June but next week, May 8, it's Lost And Found Sixties. Requests considered.

Finally, you must know I was just jonesin' to play the Bee Gees' "First Of May" since the single DID peak on the charts 40 years ago this week and, hey it was the First Of May. But seeing that the amazing Peter Clark chose THAT for his second song on his "Orphanage Of Rock And Roll" show Thursday night, I had to make other plans. In its place was a recording of the same song sung by ex-spouses Lulu and the Maurice Gibb recorded in 2002. Hope you enjoyed.

THANKS FOR LISTENING!!
Sammy

April 24 Playlists

A truly gorgeous Spring Day today had people crankin' up the 60s tunes. Heard from so many of you that liked the sounds you were hearing. Means a lot.

Had a blast sitting in for Eatabone's "Bachelor Pad At Colony Three" tonight. Thanks, Jonny, for the chance to sub for ya. But everybody misses you and wants you back because you ARE very randy!

Email lostoldies@yahoo.com and THANKS FOR LISTENING!

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=04-24-2009

April 17 Playlist + Subbing For Bachelor Pad

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=04-17-2009

Let me explain the rationale behind today's "Lost And Found Seventies Show". I originally had a traditional show planned, a mixture of pop, rock, bubblegum, country and soul rarities spanning the decade. But something happened on my 45 minute midday commute home Thursday that had me chuckin' the playlist and starting over.

We finally got our Spring Break Thursday here in the Hudson Valley--temps in the 60s, sun shining and just wanted to rock and rhythm out with the windows rolled down 70s style. I starting flipping through the radio dial in an effort to find some consistent good ol rock n roll or R&B to follow me home but the scan just kept up its repetitive regret leaving me frustrated and angry.

CBS-FM, Q104.3, PDH, KISS FM would occasionally throw me a musical bone, but for the most part managed to disappoint big time. I never knew there was so much Red Hot Chili Peppers, Led Zeppelin and Rolling Stones on commercial radio! In less than an hour while surfing the dial, I heard records by each of these acts no less than two times on various stations in our area!

So today's show was pretty much the kind of music that reflected the type of sounds I'd like to hear blastin' through my speakers the way they did in various Aprils in the 70s. Heard from lots of great listeners, a lot tuning in from their cars as well as backyards, kitchen and of course, good ol' work. How'd it sound to YOU?

Next week it's a double dose of Sammy--3:00 has "Lost And Found Sixties" and then from 6 to 7 I'll fill in for Jonny in "The Bachelor Pad At Colony Three". Very Randy!

Looking forward to rockabilly band The Greyhounds Saturday April 18 at The Brass Rail in The Holiday Inn in Fishkill on Route 9 at 10pm. Hope to see you there! EMAIL: lostoldies@yahoo.com

Thanks for listening!
Sammy

April 10 Playlist + Sammy's PSA + Greyounds Live

Wow, lotsa great phone pheedback from you guys! THANKS!!

All the records on today's show were just coming on the charts right around this week in either 1965, '66 or '67, probably THE best years for music EVER. I coulda filled a FOUR hour show and still not run outta good tunes. Here's what ya heard:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=04-10-2009

I read a PSA at the beginning and end of the show that I wrote myself. I cannot beLIEVE the amount of trash and litter I'm seeing on the roads this Spring. I took a tall kitchen bag and walked down my street and filled the thing within 10 minutes. What compels someone to throw garbage out a car window? And notice it's mostly fast food, cigarette, or alcohol-related trash. sigh....

I guess people who don't respect their bodies don't respect their planet, either. Shameful.

And it'll be a doggone shame if you miss rockabilly band The Greyhounds playing LIVE at The Brass Rail on Route 9 at the Holiday Inn Saturday April 18 beginning at 10pm. I'll be there for sure and I'm gonna try to corral as many VKR DJs to join me. You be there. Email me for more info.

Hope your holidays are safe and joyous; Thanks for listening and Happy Birthday Eatabone!!!

Sammy

lostoldies@yahoo.com

April 3, 1969 Playlist + Vacation Views

First Friday Of The Month= AM Radio Flashback 40 years ago this week. So guess what? Aint gonna be all rock. So don't complain. 'Kay? Change the dial if it's killin' ya. Thanks.

Based on the calls today, seems most of you liked the show. Lots. Most of you are early 50s. Oldest was 66; youngest was 20. Cool! Do you know how much your calls mean to me? Lots. Wish I had more time. More time!!!

Miss any of the show: Click below:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=04-03-2009

Sparky survived 4 nights alone while I was on Vay Cay; by all reports even had a good time mingling with the other dogs. That's my boy!

St. Martin--beautiful! U.S. tourists--horrid!

Do ya really need to be wasted by noon? Do ya really have to bring your boom box to the hotel pool?

And why is it that the people you'd most rather not see naked are the biggest patronizers of the nude beach which was just down aways from our hotel? Yeesh.

Got any vacation horror stories? Thoughts about this week's show? lostoldies@yahoo.com or post a comment below.

THANKS FOR LISTENING!

Sammy

March 27 Playlist + Art Garfunkel Concert Review

Response was positively rabid today. Thanks SO much for listening. Playlist HERE:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=03-27-2009

Got some great ideas for dog seperation anxiety including stay the night at the dog's new digs, bring a picture, bring his blanket, take an article of clothing, his favorite toys, etc. and a great suggestion--DON'T WORRY! IT'S A VACATION, HE'LL SURVIVE, GO HAVE A GOOD TIME!

Some people asked about Art Garfunkel at the Paramount in Peekskill last week. It started off HORRIBLY with a pathetic version of "El Condor Pasa" where Art walked off the stage, then returned and after the song implored someone to "close the doors; it's too distracting."

He got better as the show went on, but there were some missteps, "Sound of Silence" and "Mrs. Robinson" being major ones. Highlights for me were "For Emily", "Kathy's Song", and a smokin' "Cecelia". Also a cut from Art's underrappreciated 2003 album "Everything Waits To Be Noticed" was exquisite, as was a cover of Billy Joel's "And So It Goes". Didn't love "I Remember You" and another standard from his most recent standards album; "All I Know" was awright, but NO "I Only Have Eyes For You"??? Shocking! "Bridge Over Troubled Water" brought unexpected misty eyes for me cuz I never liked the song as a kid, but he sang it GREAT, opting not to sing the high notes. In fact, many of his songs could've benefitted from some backing vocals which were sparse at best.

I thought he LOOKED good for --gasp, i just looked it up--67! But Alice in the front row said he looked old. 67???? He has a 3 year old son, he said. oy. A caller said today, be thankful our musical faves are still around. But shouldn't they know when it's time to retire? All in all, I'm glad I went; when he shone, he shone brightly, just not often enough.

Comments or Emails to lostoldies@yahoo.com Thanks for listening.

NEXT WEEK ITS APRIL 1969! I PROMISE GOOD STUFF!!

Sammy

What a pleasure to have Alice from Middletown on the show LIVE in the studio. I think she really had a good time; I know she enjoyed meeting Primitive George, Frank, and all the callers who were so welcoming to this former cheerleader. I really enjoyed hearing your stories about the NY radio days before I moved out East.

Lotta good music from the 70s as we went back year by year. Lotta junk too, which I also played, hoping to jog your memories as to where YOU were and what YOU were doing way back when.

Here's the playlist if you missed it:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/feeds/playlistrss.html?showoid=1023&date=03-20-2009

Comments questions welcome at lostoldies@yahoo.com

Thanks for listening!

Sammy

March 13 Playlist + A *NEW* NYC Radio Station!

41 songs got played in 2 hours on the Friday March 13th edition of "The Lost And Found Oldies Show." Miss any artists or titles? Check HERE:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=03-13-2009

You can always Email me if you have any other questions or future requests: lostoldies@yahoo.com

So there's a NEW radio station in town, town being New York City. It's actually the OLD 92.3, which bombed with its hybrid of current/classic rock. Once the station lost Howard Stern, it was just a matter of time. Opie & Anthony, who'd been KROCK's biggest names since Stern's departure, were also let ago as the station changed formats to....wait for it...CURRENT POP!!

Yes, kids, as if Z100, K104, KTU 103.5 weren't enough, now we have yet ANOTHER venue to listen to Kanye, Britney, The Pussycat Dolls, etc etc. Honestly, would it be so hard to program say, an OLDIES station that didn't SUCK and still do well in the ratings, i.e. earn enough in advertisting dollars to stay afloat? CBS-FM does well in the ratings, so I'm not knocking them because they're putting out what sells to the idiot sheep who listen. I shudder to think who actually tunes in for any length of time that isn't forced to listen in delis, shopping malls, offices with its inoffensive mix, destroying our beloved music in the process with their inane repetition and uninspired segues.

But there IS a void in the New York/Hudson Valley area which is spelled O.L.D.I.E.S. and also Energetic Rock like the music featured on The Primitive Show or Little Steven's Underground Garage. I'm utterly convinced that a station that focused on a mix like these two shows, sans the Chili Peppers, Pink Floyd, Zeppelin et al would score big time.

Ahh, but what do I know? I grew up thinking The Monkees were better than The Beatles....

Feel free to Comment or Email. THANKS for listening!

Sammy

March 6, 1969 Playlist + Podcast News!

It was AM Radio Gold from 40 Years Ago This Week on "The Lost And Found Oldies Show" as we counted down the Top 100 of March 6, 1969 according to Cash Box Magazine. I managed to fit in 42--count 'em FORTY TWO records from that golden era. Ignited a lot of memories. Things are rough out there for a lot of us, and it's comforting to hear all these fine songs from a time when things SEEMED a little more innocent.

Playlist HERE:
http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=03-06-2009

As for posting an archive on the show, it's a little cost-and-time prohibitive at this point, so I'm shelving those plans for now.

But in OTHER podcast news, faithful listener Chuck from New Paltz has a WONDERFUL podcast that in two outings has managed to impress the bejeezus out of me. I is very picky about my radio, as you know, and if I didn't LOVE it, I'd just say nothing. But I'm only too happy to recommend "Underwater Theme Park", the link which is above or www.underwaterthemepark.blogspot.com Check it out and tell me what you think!

Your feedback is ALWAYS appreciated and as usual, thanks SO much for listening!

lostoldies@yahoo.com

Sammy

February 27 Playlist + Listen To Archived Shows?

It COULD happen. Working on posting a recording of the show on this blog to listen anytime within 2 weeks of air date. ooooh....

So you LIKE the 60s? Did you MISS the 70s? Where's the 80s?
What's that?...You want MORE "Mairzy Dotes"???
Hey, that was a charting single back in 1967 along with other duds like "Ding Dong The Witch Is Dead" and "Chattanooga Choo Choo". I hope Vince Vincent liked it!

NEXT Friday March 6 will be ALL MARCH 1969 AM RADIO GOLD!!!! Yowsah!

Playlist HERE:
http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=02-27-2009

And check back to see if the link to the podcast is running!

THANKS for listening! Comments below or Emails to lostoldies@yahoo.com

Sammy

Feb. 20 Playlist + 3 Girls And NO Buddy!

OK, I'm gettin' the sense you're LOVIN' the 60s, not so much the 70s or 80s. Am I right?

Playlist HERE:
http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=02-20-2009

After the show, I hightailed it to NYC for the Emmylou Harris, Patty Griffin, Shawn Colvin, Buddy Miller show at the refurbished Beacon Theatre. My seat was Row DD Left, that's 4th row, kids. NICE! Even nicer is that there were 4 EMPTY seats in front of me and right next to me--for a SOLD OUT SHOW! Bonded with the woman on my left, a big fan as well, and she told me that there was a sign posted that Miller had taken ill and would not be performing. CRAP!

Oh well, the 3 girls appeared, looking lovely. HOW can Emmylou be SIXTY?? Gorgeous! They started off seated with a rendition of "To Know Him Is To Love Him" that would make one almost forget the version from "Trio". Then they alternated solos with one or both occasionally providing backing vox.

Highlights in a fantastic set featuring their own compositions as well as works by Dylan, Tom Waits, Lennon/McCartney and more included Emmylou's version of Joni Mitchell's "The Magadalene Diaries", Shawn Colvin's own "Trouble" from "A Few Small Repairs" and a NEW song from Patty called "He's A Dud" which got one of the night's biggest responses for its catchy hook and humorous lyrics.

All were in fine form vocally --Shawn Colvin has a richness to her voice that isn't always showcased on record, Patty Griffin has mastered the art of strength vs. vulnerability and Harris live loses that weathered edge that has marred her latest recorded works., Their between-song banter was witty, folksy and Shawn is particularly hysterical.

I only wish there were more GROUP vocals. They excelled on The Beatles' "I'll Be Back" and an encore presentation of "The Baby" from "O Brother", so why not MORE? Also with a back catalog as vast as Emmylou's, I expected at least ONE number from her pre-2000 solo works, but nada. And Patty announced her next project would be a gospel effort. Darn.

But the 2 hour+ show was an event I'm glad I witnessed. The trio covered Miller's absence well, though I can only imagine how strong the concert would have been WITH Buddy. Perhaps those attending the show in Kingston will find out.

THANKS for listening--Email lostoldies@yahoo.com or post a comment below.

Sammy

January 16 Playlist + American Idol Blog

We were ready for some GOOD news and boy did we get it! The Miracle On The Hudson inspired me to chuck the planned playlist and just go for what makes me happy--AM Radio Gold from my favorite year for pop music--1966. ALL the songs I played were on some chart or another this week 42 years ago (maybe except for The Brogues track.) And ALL were aMAzing! Check for yourself:

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=01-16-2009

I'm a bigAmerican Idol fan (even though I've never bought a tune from any contestant-- ever. Oh wait, I downloaded Kat McPhee's "Over It"--loved that one.) But I've already forgotten all of the Tuesday night contestants (except for Bikini Girl) so let's move on to Wednesday that I just watched on DVR last night.

I think we've seen the next American Idol and it is NOT guy who sadly lost his wife recently. (Why does the cynic in me think he might be faking that for sympathy votes? What does that say about ME to even THINK such a thing????....) He was good, but not even in my Top 5, though the Grapevine tells me he'll be a contender.

#5. Jennifer Two Last Names--kinda chubby with glasses who will shine with a little help from the AI Stylists. Appealing, don't you think?

#4. India Sister of Asia, (daughter of Europe and Antartica?)--Spunky and perky and possibly quickly annoying in a Ramiele kinda way.

#3. #2 #1 it's a TIE ! it's a TIE.! ALL of these contestants wowed the pants off of me (which was not a good thing since it was so cold last night) I rewound the digital tape to watch them all again because I was so impressed. In order of appearance....

Kasey Carlson aka KC shouldn't have dressed like one of the attendants at Cinderella's Fairy Castle--(the Dollywood version judging by the cowgirl boots) but I haven't been knocked out by a girl that much since I caught the McPheever a couple years ago. Did you see how appropriate she acted when she was put through? SHE didn't have to "knuckle punch" the judges like the widower did. And what a voice!

Michael Castro--I know I know, I should DESPISE this guy, he's "only been singing for 20 days" "If 'J' can do it..." but come ON, I couldn't take my eyes off him despite the pink mohawk. (Better Mo than Dread?) The guy was VERY appealing and I hope he makes it through!

Lil Rounds-- Hands down better than Lil Kim, and way better than Lil Bow Bow and even Lil Orphan Annie. Kara's comment: "a combo of Fantasia and Mary J Blige"--not an altogether bad comparison. I expect good things. Umm,,,can we pep up the husband a little bit? He didn't look all that happy. Perhaps he senses several months of diaper changing and meal prepping ahead....

And I am already sold on new judge Kara! I hope she sends Bikini Girl packing SO fast! THOSE are the types of contestants the judges need to be blunt with, not the ones who have obvious....issues..

Like....Red and Blue hair Jazzmine--a train wreck to be sure, who probably watched the show from the Kansas City equivalent of Bellevue and poor poor Michael Nicewater!!! The thing about the mother?????? OMG! (Can a 50 year old man say "OMG"?) I SO wanted him to be good; knew he wouldn't be. Sorry, the producers should NOT have let that air.

All in All, I was NOT disappointed in Season 8's first week. Also, I discovered the way to watch IS to DVR......1 hour and 23 minutes. That's WITH rewinds. Amazing.

Your thoughts on IDOL and...oh yeah, MY show are SO welcome either publicly or lostoldies@yahoo.com Thanks for reading AND listening!

Sammy

WVKR Listeners Raise $ for Food Pantry

Thanks to Rich, Judy, and Johnny Tremendous who played TV Trivia and enabled Sammy to present Philipstown Food Pantry coordinator Jackie Sammons with a check for $105.00.

Contact lostoldies@yahoo.com to find out YOU can help our neighbors in need!

Jan 2 Playlist + An Amazing Factoid Or Two

http://wvkr.radioactivity.fm/playlist.html?djoid=1633&date=01-02-2009

Happy New Year, you wonderful listeners. Your loyalty and enthusiasm keeps me coming back week after week with what I always hope are innovative ways to listen to the music of our past.

Commencing Memorial Day 2006, I started taking a weekly look back at the hits (and more often than not: misses) of 40 years ago.

In 1967, there were 322 singles that reached their peak position on the Billboard Top 40 charts that year. I played 286 of those in 2007 or all but 36.

In 2008, I did even better. Out of the 277 records to make the Top 40, I played 269 or all but 8! Wow!

In addition, over the year (including today's show), I played another 230 singles that reached the Billboard TOP ONE HUNDRED for a total of 499 songs from 1968! I think that's quite an achievement. Most Oldies shows, even on satellite, would shy away from Tiny Tim, Pigmeat Markham, Claudine Longet, The Archies (unless it's "Sugar Sugar") but The Lost And Found Oldies Show brought you all these artists and so many more. Songs you never thought you'd hear again and some that could comfortably wait another 40 years to resurface.

And let's not forget the great LP cuts, R & B records and regional songs played from the great '68 over the past year. Where else can you hear such variety????

Actually, I was planning to play 500 Billboard Hot 100 Hits from 1968. The plan was to play the last Number One song of 1968 and then "miraculously" find another '68 single in my bag making it the magic 500. But I brought the wrong CD by the #1 song's performer which meant I really DID play only 499 Billboard hits from 1968 this past year. Darn!

If you're wondering what Top 40 records from 1968 I did NOT play, here they are:

#39 B B King--Paying The Cost To Be Boss ( I should have borrowed a copy from Nick or Doug!)
#39 Bull & The Matadors--The Funky Judge ( But I played THREE versions of "Here Come The Judge"!)
#39 Roger Miller--Little Green Apples (But I played O C Smith's more successful version!)
#36 Billy Vera & Judy Clay--Country Girl City Man ( I have this 45 but it was too scratchy to play on the air)
#35 Etta James--Security (Great tune, wish I had it!)
#33 Andy Williams--Battle Hymn Of The Republic ( umm...not sure I'd play it even if I had it.)
#31 James Brown--Goodbye My Love (Oddly enough not on JB's 4 disc set "Soul Time.")
#31 Peaches & Herb--Two Little Kids (Not big on P & H's 60s output anyway. They're an act who improved with age ala "Reunited" and "Shake Your Groove Thing" in 1979.

Pretty impressive huh? I'm considering making the "Forty Years Ago" segment a once-monthly thing, probably coinciding with Primitive George's always awesome GarageARockARamaPaLooza the first Friday of the month. I'm ready to shake things up a bit.

Let me know your thoughts at lostoldies@yahoo.com Thanks for listening and Happy New Year!

Sammy