Next Phase Is This
“It Starts in the Heart” is a beautiful, smooth-grooving 1992 reggae-fusion and pop track released by British vocalist Maxi Priest on his hit album Fe Real. Built upon a warm, undulating lovers rock reggae riddim, the song features soft keyboard accents, a gentle percussion track, and a polished, radio-friendly pop arrangement. The production perfectly bridges…
“Time, Love and Tenderness” is a bright, upbeat 1991 pop-rock and soul anthem that served as the explosive title single for Michael Bolton’s multi-platinum album. Driven by a driving, mid-tempo rock rhythm section, the track features a bouncy piano arrangement, punchy synthesizer hits, and a prominent, soaring background vocal choir that injects a powerful gospel-style…
“Lost in Emotion” is a sleek, ultra-catchy 1987 dance-pop and freestyle masterpiece that earned Lisa Lisa and Cult Jam their second consecutive number-one single on the Billboard charts. Also produced by Full Force, the track continues their brilliant exploration of retro sounds, heavily sampling Mary Wells’ 1964 Motown classic “My Guy” while layering it over…
“Bennie and the Jets” is a uniquely eccentric, boundary-pushing glam-rock and soul track released in 1973 on Elton John’s monumental album Goodbye Yellow Brick Road. The song is characterized by its heavy, stomping piano chords, a lazy, syncopated drum beat, and a distinct R&B-style bassline that creates an odd, halting rhythm. Although recorded entirely in…
“The Living Years” is a deeply moving, melancholic 1988 soft-rock and pop-rock ballad released by British group Mike + The Mechanics. The track is characterized by its slow, atmospheric arrangement built around a warm acoustic piano, gentle synthesizers, and a hauntingly beautiful, gospel-infused backing performance by the King’s House School Choir. The production is meticulously…
“How Deep Is Your Love” is a masterclass in pop songwriting and a defining milestone of the late-1970s disco era. Released in 1977 as part of the monumental Saturday Night Fever soundtrack, this soft-rock ballad showcases the Bee Gees’ unparalleled gift for intricate, three-part vocal harmonies and lush, melodic arrangements. Built upon a gentle electric…
“Can You Stop the Rain” is a sweeping, deeply emotional 1991 R&B ballad that topped the Billboard R&B charts for soul crooner Peabo Bryson. The song features a classic, slow-building quiet storm arrangement driven by a soft acoustic piano melody, lush synthesizer strings, and a gentle, late-night drum pattern. The production is meticulously polished and…
“Burning Heart” is a high-octane, triumphant 1985 arena-rock masterpiece recorded by Survivor as a major theme single for the film Rocky IV. The track is driven by a fast-paced, propulsive electric guitar riff, heavy stadium-sized drum hits, and dramatic keyboard textures that create a relentless sense of urgency. The meticulous rock production builds continuous momentum,…
“Oh How the Years Go By” is a gorgeous, deeply emotional adult contemporary and pop ballad recorded by Vanessa Williams in 1997 for her hit album Next. The song features a lush, slow-building orchestration built around a tender acoustic piano melody, soft synthesizers, and a sweeping, cinematic string section that swells into a powerful crescendo….
So the Green Hornet is over and the threats eliminated. Miss Case knows Green Hornet’s identity. He messed up and she figured it out but they haven’t said anything to each other, maybe to not raise suspicions. It’s all over now and a bomb that nearly took out the Sentinel building exploded out of the…