One of the amazing things that Coverville has done for me is introduce me to some amazing people. All of you listening to the show who have written and called in, fellow podcasters who I now regard as friends, and the talented musicians that have allowed me to share their music and their stories.
One of these musicians is a producer, songwriter and historian named Artie Wayne. Through Artie, I’ve gotten to speak to Shel Talmy, producer of the Kinks and the Who, and Alan O’Day, who had a number one hit with “Undercover Angel”. Alan also wrote the song “Rock and Roll Heaven”, which was a hit for the Righteous Brothers and Climax, and a touching memorial to the talented legends that have left us. And since the song was recorded, more of those legends have shuffled off to that great gig in the sky.
Alan O’Day has been keeping the flame burning, and added new lyrics to the song to commemorate another group of legends, and with some excellent vocal work by Ronnie Kimball, and a terrific video by Sebastian Prooth, the song continues to evolve.
Check out “Rock and Roll Heaven”, courtesy of Artie Wayne.
*Special thanks also to Joe Klein, who introduced me to Mr. Wayne.
**The links in the first paragraph above are only a small portion of the people who I wanted to link to. I just didn’t want to get all wordy on you.
Thanks for that video Brian. It certainly brought back some memories of the legends who are not here anymore and was a really good song.
The concept of a tribute song has cropped up a few times. One I can think of is “sweet soul music” by Arthur Conley.
Thanks again Brian, that was really cool.
Wayne
Brian…What a surprise! Thank you so much for treating “Rock and Roll Heaven” (O’Day/ Stevenson) like the event that it is! Your support and encouragement has been really important to us.
Regards…and always remember, “I gotcha” covered”
Artie Wayne
Hi Brian. Thanks for posting about the new video, it’s really apreciated. It was great fun to make and I hope people enjoy it for years to come. If anyone has any questions or comments feel free to email me. Again thanks for the support.
Sebastian Prooth
Video Director/Producer
http://www.sebrt.com
Hey guys at Coverville,
My co-host and friend gave this song the video treatment. Worked very hard to get it right. I think Sebastian did a great job in reflecting this songs’ sentiment and feeling.
I know that has valued his involvement with the production of this music video and wanted to create something special. Credit to him and his commitment to the project and the composers in creating a song that reflects where we have been and in many respects where we are going.
Brian,
Thanks for your most elegant & eloquent “framing” of our musical/video tribute. I am grateful to you for bringing it to a wider audience.
Sincerely,
Alan
Brian,
Thanks for your most elegant & eloquent “framing” of our musical/video tribute. I am grateful to you for bringing it to a wider audience.
Sincerely,
Alan
Brian,
Thanks for your most elegant & eloquent “framing” of our musical/video tribute. I am grateful to you for bringing it to a wider audience.
Sincerely,
Alan
It’s great of you to spread the news of this wondeful video. Johnny Cash in white is priceless.
Wishing you well,
Patti
Nice work.
It’s important we remember.
The good folk at S’pop do too:
http://www.spectropop.com/remembers/index.htm
Hey,
Thanks for mentioning the video here on Coverville Brian, I really apreciate that. I hope the video carries on and brings people’s memories of rock and roll back for years to come. Thanks again,
Sebastian Prooth
Producer of RandR Heaven Video
http://www.sebrt.com
Very nice video. I’m impressed.