Surely one of the greatest musical rip offs of all time. I had always supposed that this was a just a different recording of the song by Gary MILLS (the original UK singer) and his name had been spelt wrongly. It is amazing to discover that this was not the case and some American guy actually changed his name to record it so that he could feed off the original.
And there's even ANOTHER version....by Hawaii's Nicky Como [sic] which was played on the KRUISIN' KLASSICS show in 1983. I'll get around to that one someday!
I can't decide whether I prefer Miles (Buzz Cason) or Mills! They both have their merits. Buzz Cason has a gentler voice, the tempo is more relaxed and I prefer the chorus and the instrumentation. On the other hand, Mills has such a clear voice, though with a hard edge, and he lacks Cason's magic. (My Mum had it on a 45 rpm single when I was very young - luckily for my musical development - I'm ashamed to say that I'm not 100% sure which version it was, but I think it was this Miles one!)
I played the same music for the next thirteen years whilst travelling as a circus organist, when ever there was a rope act with Christian Christian (who played the ring master in the film) daughter did the same rope act(but without the accident)
Gary Mills just put out that song, not only on the same year but the same month...so why would Buzz Cason who already had a recording career of his own...change his name to Gary Miles (very close to Mills) and record and distribute the very same song on the very same month. There had to be an alterior motive...thats to freaky. Was the no copywrites for that song?
I remember all the people who recorded Alley Oop at the same time...and oh yeah, Stranded in the Jungle. Would this happen today?
Gary Mills just put out that song, not only on the same year but the same month...so why would Buzz Cason who already had a recording career of his own...change his name to Gary Miles (very close to Mills) and record and distribute the very same song on the very same month. There had to be an alterior motive...thats to freaky. Was the no copywrites for that song?
I remember all the people who recorded Alley Oop at the same time...and oh yeah, Stranded in the Jungle. Would this happen today?
@wllmlos Multiple versions of a current song go back to the early days of the recording industry, early 1900's. It was standard industry practice, most new songs were recorded by several artists. The copyrights on the songs, I assume, belonged to the songwriters, not the muscians or record labels. The practice was less used after the 1960's. One of the songs that had the most versions out at the same time was "Let Me Go Lover" in 1954, there were about 10 versions out at the same time.
It's hard to believe that this beautiful song was composed for a movie, "Circus of Horrors". when you see the movie you will find out the meaning of the words to this song.
Buzz Cason hastily recorded (under the name Garry Miles) "Look For A Star", to beat British singer Garry Mills' version to radio. His version hit #16 on the charts and outsold the British version.
Yes Tom, this is anoher version, Garry Miles(Buzz Cason), the other one is Garry Mills ,so close...sound almost the same as well if you dont listen closely, it really caused confusion to the fans at that time....I was totally confused as well...
@TheLimePopsicle Yes Tom, listeners like us was confused, the radio DJ as to be very careful with the two names when they played the songs, the only reason which I can think of why they are doing that was to increase the record sale.,People in the record shop might be overlooked & pick up Garry Miles instead of Garry Mills which were the No.i hit at the time....anyway they were both very good, it makes not much different even if they had brought the wrong one...
I like this version.
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Surely one of the greatest musical rip offs of all time. I had always supposed that this was a just a different recording of the song by Gary MILLS (the original UK singer) and his name had been spelt wrongly. It is amazing to discover that this was not the case and some American guy actually changed his name to record it so that he could feed off the original.
leoseries57 1 month ago
I remember this song from the movie. And I love it even now, 51 years later....
Bwallace2911 2 months ago
awesome!!! i was 11 yr old when i first heard this song, it's a cute song. thanks.
damanfrom808 3 months ago
And there's even ANOTHER version....by Hawaii's Nicky Como [sic] which was played on the KRUISIN' KLASSICS show in 1983. I'll get around to that one someday!
RonaldVaughan 4 months ago
The last time I heard this song is 42 yrs. ago and still remember.
theimmortal1951 4 months ago
ระลึกถึง โรงเรียนพร้อมพรรณวิทยา พ.ศ. ๒๕๐๓
tarnpayu 6 months ago
Hard to imagine this lovely song came from a horror movie (Circus of Horrors)
bebopalulababy 7 months ago
i remember this movies CIRCUS of HORROR 60'S and i was 12
abengyu112751 7 months ago
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rockybrazil1 5 months ago
@abengyu112751 I was 18 and never forgot it. Love this song. Rockybrazil1
rockybrazil1 5 months ago
@abengyu112751 I was just a new born baby when this movie released!!
What a wonderful songs I've ever heard..
capo0122 1 month ago
@capo0122 yes... now am 60 ...thanks guys
abengyu112751 1 month ago
@capo0122 ok ฉันก็ชอบ
onejbk1996 1 month ago
I can't decide whether I prefer Miles (Buzz Cason) or Mills! They both have their merits. Buzz Cason has a gentler voice, the tempo is more relaxed and I prefer the chorus and the instrumentation. On the other hand, Mills has such a clear voice, though with a hard edge, and he lacks Cason's magic. (My Mum had it on a 45 rpm single when I was very young - luckily for my musical development - I'm ashamed to say that I'm not 100% sure which version it was, but I think it was this Miles one!)
hallervonhallerstein 7 months ago
I played the same music for the next thirteen years whilst travelling as a circus organist, when ever there was a rope act with Christian Christian (who played the ring master in the film) daughter did the same rope act(but without the accident)
devine839 8 months ago
o filme circo dos horrores foi uns dos melhores filmes devido à música look for a star
5luiz6 8 months ago
This is a nostalgia which even the Bishop of Selayur gets misty eyed and broody about......
PandyChella 9 months ago
Chaumonica 9 months ago
The Marketts have a great instrumental interpretation of this song from 1964. It has some updated electronics with the classic organ music.
N8908E 10 months ago
The Gary Mills version is better.
WilliamGruff 10 months ago
this song was a from a horror movie but i luved it from the first timei heard it
forego49 11 months ago
Another Tony Hatch composition under the alias Mark Anthony.
Tunz909 1 year ago
29/01/2011
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Gary Mills just put out that song, not only on the same year but the same month...so why would Buzz Cason who already had a recording career of his own...change his name to Gary Miles (very close to Mills) and record and distribute the very same song on the very same month. There had to be an alterior motive...thats to freaky. Was the no copywrites for that song?
I remember all the people who recorded Alley Oop at the same time...and oh yeah, Stranded in the Jungle. Would this happen today?
wllmlos 1 year ago
Gary Mills just put out that song, not only on the same year but the same month...so why would Buzz Cason who already had a recording career of his own...change his name to Gary Miles (very close to Mills) and record and distribute the very same song on the very same month. There had to be an alterior motive...thats to freaky. Was the no copywrites for that song?
I remember all the people who recorded Alley Oop at the same time...and oh yeah, Stranded in the Jungle. Would this happen today?
wllmlos 1 year ago
@wllmlos Multiple versions of a current song go back to the early days of the recording industry, early 1900's. It was standard industry practice, most new songs were recorded by several artists. The copyrights on the songs, I assume, belonged to the songwriters, not the muscians or record labels. The practice was less used after the 1960's. One of the songs that had the most versions out at the same time was "Let Me Go Lover" in 1954, there were about 10 versions out at the same time.
TheLimePopsicle 1 year ago
Best!!!
chuckrules1000 1 year ago
Thank you for this beautiful song...It brings fond memories...!
truculentturtle 1 year ago
Great song. Thanks for posting.
Could you kindly post the flip side of this single, titled "Afraid of Love". Thanks.
rottie 1 year ago
Iremember that summer so well. This song brings me back.
anthonytorelli 1 year ago
What a pretty song! Why is it not available in karaoke? (At least I can't find it)
U.W.
unklewink 1 year ago
Beautiful song !
It's hard to believe that this beautiful song was composed for a movie, "Circus of Horrors". when you see the movie you will find out the meaning of the words to this song.
franklindavid 1 year ago
Buzz Cason hastily recorded (under the name Garry Miles) "Look For A Star", to beat British singer Garry Mills' version to radio. His version hit #16 on the charts and outsold the British version.
joash694 1 year ago
waoo qu bonita cancion , saludos
prrisma 1 year ago
Siglos de no escucharla, gracias Jose Luis, la verdad cada vez me sorprendes con algo diferente, gracias por compartir.
aguilas231 1 year ago
Thank you very much. I was thinking how MUSIC get us together in so many ways. I adore this song and I will die adoring it!
MANUELFARINELLI 2 years ago
What a Beautiful song and thanks for posting this Classic !
Tejano44 2 years ago 6
You're welcome!
TheLimePopsicle 2 years ago 3
I saw this movie and I liked it right away! (The song )
Pacer8 2 years ago
o yes, please never take this version from you tube pleaase!
karateslaginnek 2 years ago
This is thé best version that I know!!! thanks limepopsicle!!!
karateslaginnek 2 years ago
Yes Tom, this is anoher version, Garry Miles(Buzz Cason), the other one is Garry Mills ,so close...sound almost the same as well if you dont listen closely, it really caused confusion to the fans at that time....I was totally confused as well...
shatinterry 2 years ago
I think the confusion might have been intentional too!
TheLimePopsicle 2 years ago
@TheLimePopsicle Yes Tom, listeners like us was confused, the radio DJ as to be very careful with the two names when they played the songs, the only reason which I can think of why they are doing that was to increase the record sale.,People in the record shop might be overlooked & pick up Garry Miles instead of Garry Mills which were the No.i hit at the time....anyway they were both very good, it makes not much different even if they had brought the wrong one...
shatinterry 2 years ago
Whoever sang it, Garry or Buzz, it is one of the greatests songs of the 60s
mcgiver02 2 years ago 2
What a crooner! Five stars!
bloozmonkey111 2 years ago 2
:) This Song was always on my Play list for romantic hours with my Teenage queen, 25 years ago, thx for uploading it! 5 stars
SolidSmokeRockabilly 2 years ago 3
OLDIE BUT GOODIE, THANKSSSSSSSSS.
albamaria54 2 years ago
Great oldie from 1960 that gets very limited if any airplay on real oldies stations..
miketheshanmanmangan 2 years ago
In Los Angeles, the big hit was the Dean Hawley version...it was a shade faster and had a more pronounced beat....a sweet little tune!
PutOnASweater 2 years ago
I've got the Deane Hawley version posted too. :)
TheLimePopsicle 2 years ago
Thanks for all the information you've provided. I'm in Britain and was only aware of the Garry Mills version.
rooie16 2 years ago
You are very welcome!
TheLimePopsicle 2 years ago
My kind of song, one of my all-time favs!
Ahhhh.......look for a star! Thanks :-)
angelofbebop 2 years ago
You're welcome!
TheLimePopsicle 2 years ago