Here's another story. I wrote and produced the Philadelphia Flyers Run & Hide and leased it to London Label GM Records. It wasn't until a friend showed me the Billboard charts, where it hovered in the Disco Top Ten for a few weeks, that I was aware they had done a deal with Casablanca. Finally, I was told that Casablanca had gone bust and don't expect any money (This was before Donna Summers). And true to their word, not a penny did I receive.
I agree, your pure love for the music really comes through - really an awesome interview. Dancing in the Moonlight - oh how I loved that song. You will take many to places they remember fondly, and help others to discover a rich, wonderful musical history. A really wonderful job :)
Great interview...good job! Casablanca (as with Solar) did have a stellar lineup of artists back in the day and I could see why that would be well worthy writing about. Thanks for remembering the oldies but goodies!
I, too, eagerly look forward to reading this Casablanca feature on PopMatters. I know for sure that all the artists and former execs you interviewed for this gigantic feature will be pleased with the results, because with you, it's never about sensationalism, but all about your love for the music. Reading any sample of your work makes this point quite evident.
Congrats on finally completing the project. It may have taken you almost half a year but I'm sure it was worth it!
HEY MAN! Thanks so much for bringing us back into the light! We (and I can speak for all of us) want to express our sincere grattitude for your work and interest in what we did!! Curtis Sanford (Drums-Platypus)
would love to meet & talk with this guy... Love Motown & Casablanca labels & artists of course..
motorcitymiguel 2 years ago
Here's another story. I wrote and produced the Philadelphia Flyers Run & Hide and leased it to London Label GM Records. It wasn't until a friend showed me the Billboard charts, where it hovered in the Disco Top Ten for a few weeks, that I was aware they had done a deal with Casablanca. Finally, I was told that Casablanca had gone bust and don't expect any money (This was before Donna Summers). And true to their word, not a penny did I receive.
Happy Days
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dontrepeatyourself 2 years ago
So cool, so well done. So fun to read on popmatters. Bravo!
herkimer400 2 years ago
Cool trailer for your upcoming feature! I look forward to learning about Casablanca.
youdontseeyouwant 2 years ago
I agree, your pure love for the music really comes through - really an awesome interview. Dancing in the Moonlight - oh how I loved that song. You will take many to places they remember fondly, and help others to discover a rich, wonderful musical history. A really wonderful job :)
rosworld 2 years ago
Great interview...good job! Casablanca (as with Solar) did have a stellar lineup of artists back in the day and I could see why that would be well worthy writing about. Thanks for remembering the oldies but goodies!
BPEMusic 2 years ago
I, too, eagerly look forward to reading this Casablanca feature on PopMatters. I know for sure that all the artists and former execs you interviewed for this gigantic feature will be pleased with the results, because with you, it's never about sensationalism, but all about your love for the music. Reading any sample of your work makes this point quite evident.
Congrats on finally completing the project. It may have taken you almost half a year but I'm sure it was worth it!
DejaVusee 2 years ago
I can't wait to read your article! Good job on the video :)
betharentsen 2 years ago
HEY MAN! Thanks so much for bringing us back into the light! We (and I can speak for all of us) want to express our sincere grattitude for your work and interest in what we did!! Curtis Sanford (Drums-Platypus)
curtisondrums 2 years ago
Just as fun the second viewing! Can't wait for the blog piece. :) Love the acts from the Casbah!
herkimer400 2 years ago