Q Memors

AI Background Music Guitar bass, guitar, strings, and bells played by: Keyboardist Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Photo: Spotify Promo Card Photo: In courtesy of Ace Records In a surprising twist, the catchy song "I Found Lovin'" by the Fatback Band, which first hit the airwaves in 1983, never made it onto the U.S. R&B charts. Co-written by bassist Johnny Flippin and new singer Michael Walk...

Intro Commercial by: Gail Nobles Photo: Spotify Promo Card Keyboardist: Gail Nobles In a remarkable showcase of melodic charm and heartfelt lyrics, Kool & the Gang's "Joanna" has captivated listeners since its release in 1983, establishing itself as one of the defining tracks from the album *In the Heart*. Within a matter of weeks, the song connected deeply with a diverse audience, rocketing t...

Podcast Cover by: Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Hello, I'm Gail Nobles on Q Memors! And I remember the day when nothing much was going on. That's when I heard Michael Jackson's Billie Jean.   It was a few years since I last heard Michael Jackson's music, but his classic hits still popped up on the radio, especially tracks from his "Off the Wall" album. Songs like "Off...

Story by: Gail Nobles Remember those big silver boomboxes? Some were so heavy you could barely lift them. I once asked a classmate in 5th grade if I could have his boombox. He said yes, but only because he knew I wouldn’t be able to carry it since it was so heavy. I wondered how he managed to move it at all. He wasn’t really going to give up his prized boombox. Before 5th grade, I knew another guy...

Story by: Gail Nobles In the world of radio, our favorite stations often feel like a comforting friend, playing the soundtracks of our lives. But what happens when these stations go silent? Many listeners have found themselves in a bittersweet situation: searching for airchecks—those recordings showcasing the unique voices and music that once filled the airwaves—but coming up empty-handed. Popular...

Photo: Carl Lender Usage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Story by: Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Hello, Today's topic on Q Memors, "Only You". In today's music news, we're spotlighting the R&B band Commodores and their heartfelt song "Only You." This track is part of their album "Commodores 13," released in 1983 by Motown Records. It managed to climb to No. 8 on the US Billboard Adult Contempor...

Story by: Gail Nobles Podcast Cover by: Gail Nobles Intro: Gail Nobles Good evening, and welcome to our Flashback Feature! Today, we take a journey back to the electric vibes of the 1980s when music was alive with rhythm and unforgettable melodies. One of the hallmark tracks from this vibrant era was “Personality” by the group Dynasty. It's the mid-'80s, and you're enjoying the music from your cas...

Story by: Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Voices: Gail Nobles Roberta Flack Photo: Public Domain Wikipedia  Peabo Bryson Photo: Sister Circle Usage: CC BY 3.0 Wikipedia I want to take a moment to celebrate radio. In the past, we would simply tune into our favorite stations and we would let the music play. Q Memors would like to refresh your memory. Those were the days filled with beautiful lo...

Matthew Ward Photo David Ball - Original work Wikipedia CC BY 2.5 Donna Summer Photo: Wikipedia Public Domain Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Back in 1983, when I first caught wind of that magical duet between Donna Summer and Matthew Ward, my mind was racing! I heard that gorgeous, soulful voice, and I thought, "No way! That’s gotta be Peabo Bryson singing with the Queen of Disco!"...

Story by: Gail Nobes Photo: Efields1 - Own work Usage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0 Let’s take a little trip back to the early '80s when Richard Dimples Fields graced the airwaves with his inspiring tune, "Don’t Ever Stop Chasing Your Dreams." This song wasn’t just a catchy melody; it was packed with wisdom. In the song, Richard shares some powerful thoughts, reminding us that a wise man builds his hous...

Photo: Kingkongphoto & www.celebrity-photos.com Wikipedia: CC BY-SA 2.0 Intro keyboardist and Vocals by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Today’s topic is LL Cool J who brought us some unforgettable memories with his hit “I Need Love.” On the radio, I was hearing remixes in the 1980’s. Rap mixes within rap mixes with fast tempo and beats. Voices were proud and boastful. And one night, just ou...

Photo: Penni Gladstone, Los Angeles Times - Usage: Wikipedia CC BY 4.0 Intro by: Gail Nobles Welcome to Q Memors, where we celebrate the golden days of radio and relive the classics that defined our listening experience. Today, I'm thrilled to share a timeless favorite: ‘You Are’ by Lionel Richie. This song brings back memories and ignites that special longing we all cherish from the good old radi...