I did security on a couple of their tours during that period. Whatever else one wants to say, they were the most prolific writers I ever witnessed. They could crank out the basic structure of these hits in minutes.
That’s an excellent observation, Daniel. I was aware of it before I began writing, but part of my research was focused on sorting out the timeline. When you consider that they released (at least) one album per year, with each album featuring several classic tracks, it’s clear they were incredibly prolific songwriters. They rank among the very best. And that’s without even factoring in all the songs they wrote for other artists! Thanks for reading & reacting !
They were a weird bunch weren't they, God bless 'em; I mean, Fanny (Be Tender with my Love), wtf was going on there? I had to listen again to Nights on Broadway again after reading this, my absolute fav fron Main Course even if it does seem to be from the pov of a stalker. Have you read Children of the World by Bob Stanley, the best guide to their weird and wonderful world? I'd never heard of PAJ Disco so I'm off to listen to their work on your Mix of the Week now
😂😂.I agree, they’re definitely a bit unusual. While researching this, I found myself wondering about the dynamics within the family. I’ll add the book to my reading list—thanks for bringing it to my attention, Paul. And yes, “Fanny” is quite peculiar, with its fixation and a (potentially) violent streak. That said, despite the lyrics, it’s still a fantastic song—just like “Nights on Broadway.” Appreciate you taking the time to read and share your thoughts, Paul!
No especially when you listen to the earlier stuff. That disco was a push by Robert Stigwood because money. But in retrospect I can listen to it now and I love it because it was one of the genres of my youth and they were damn good at it.
Well, that’s what i thought also before the research, but if you listen to the three albums of 74-75 and 76, you hear the evolution. The first arif mardin produced album of 74 was close to what they made/released before. It gradually changed. The role of Stigwood is not so clear. What is clear is that the song is a classic. Thanks for reading and reacting Lori !
I did security on a couple of their tours during that period. Whatever else one wants to say, they were the most prolific writers I ever witnessed. They could crank out the basic structure of these hits in minutes.
That’s an excellent observation, Daniel. I was aware of it before I began writing, but part of my research was focused on sorting out the timeline. When you consider that they released (at least) one album per year, with each album featuring several classic tracks, it’s clear they were incredibly prolific songwriters. They rank among the very best. And that’s without even factoring in all the songs they wrote for other artists! Thanks for reading & reacting !
They were a weird bunch weren't they, God bless 'em; I mean, Fanny (Be Tender with my Love), wtf was going on there? I had to listen again to Nights on Broadway again after reading this, my absolute fav fron Main Course even if it does seem to be from the pov of a stalker. Have you read Children of the World by Bob Stanley, the best guide to their weird and wonderful world? I'd never heard of PAJ Disco so I'm off to listen to their work on your Mix of the Week now
😂😂.I agree, they’re definitely a bit unusual. While researching this, I found myself wondering about the dynamics within the family. I’ll add the book to my reading list—thanks for bringing it to my attention, Paul. And yes, “Fanny” is quite peculiar, with its fixation and a (potentially) violent streak. That said, despite the lyrics, it’s still a fantastic song—just like “Nights on Broadway.” Appreciate you taking the time to read and share your thoughts, Paul!
Always a great record but to this day I have never looked at the lyrics and have no idea what they are singing about during half of the song!
That's the advantage of dance music. Lyrics can be important but aren't necessarily. In this case they aren't 😁 Thanks for reading & reacting Dan !
No especially when you listen to the earlier stuff. That disco was a push by Robert Stigwood because money. But in retrospect I can listen to it now and I love it because it was one of the genres of my youth and they were damn good at it.
Well, that’s what i thought also before the research, but if you listen to the three albums of 74-75 and 76, you hear the evolution. The first arif mardin produced album of 74 was close to what they made/released before. It gradually changed. The role of Stigwood is not so clear. What is clear is that the song is a classic. Thanks for reading and reacting Lori !
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