Mini-Episode #111: One-Hit Wonders from Other Media
May 11, 2017•37 min
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Summary
This episode delves into "one-hit wonders from other media," focusing on individuals primarily known outside of music who achieved a single chart-topping song. Gilbert Gottfried and Frank Santopadre discuss surprising entries like Alan Arkin's folk music, Edd "Kookie" Byrnes's novelty hit, and Bill Cosby's comedic song, alongside anecdotes about the Danny Thomas legend and the infamous Alan Ladd story. The hosts also touch on the origins of songs like Les Crane's "Desiderata" and Richard Harris's "MacArthur Park," providing a unique look at unexpected musical success.Episode description
This week: Edd "Kookie" Byrnes! Gary Lewis & the Playboys! Revisiting Jimmy Webb! And Moms Mabley covers Barry Manilow!
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