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Dave Clark 5 - Because (Original Post)
marble falls
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Figarosmom
(11,824 posts)1. Always liked this song and Dave Clark Five
Never failed to get on the dance floor when Bits and Pieces came on.😊
marble falls
(71,855 posts)3. Dave Clark was one of few early artists who weren't robbed blind by the buisness. He owned everything just short ...
... of the record presses. The other four of the five were employees. Dave owned the name, the song credits, the publishing, the tapes, his management.
But they released no clinkers. He was big on learning the music and long rehearsals.
Figarosmom
(11,824 posts)4. Smart guy. They were popular before
It became obvious how the artist got ripped off. Good on him for seeing that would happen and protecting himself.
OAITW r.2.0
(32,095 posts)2. They had a 1966 vibe.
https://music.&si=as6Qtu0Cd0TseBGo
Post-Beatles. I think. But before Ron McKernan and the Grateful Dead entered my audio radar.
Post-Beatles. I think. But before Ron McKernan and the Grateful Dead entered my audio radar.
marble falls
(71,855 posts)5. My favorite ...
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