March 12, 2026 Record of the Day

Carl Mann is a name and talent lost among the super stars like Elvis, Johnny Cash, and Jerry Lee Lewis who were signed by and recorded for Sun Records owner, Sam Phillips. Carl Mann’s biggest and only real hit, “Mona Lisa,” was released in 1959. The 45 can now sell for $50.00. His album, “Like Mann,” released on Phillips Int’l in 1960, is worth up to $500.00 today.

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“Record Appraisal Guide”
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“Compilation Album Guide”
Listing the values for over 10,000 albums with various songs by various recording artists. (Reg. $19.95)……………………………………..……Discount price $9.98

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Listing  the values for over 10,000 soundtracks from movies, TV, and Broadway shows (Reg. $19.95….…………………………………………..Discount price $9.98

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Listing the values for over 1,000 records with pictures on the vinyl.
(Reg. $15.95)…………………………………………………………Discount price $7.97

“Records to Riches” audio
Might John’s seminar on record values (Reg. $15.95)……….. Discount price $7.97

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“The Elvis & Beatles Listings” (over 2000) (Reg. $10.00)…… Discount price  $5.00

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March 11, 2026 Record of the Day

Diana Ross and the Supremes first hit number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1964 with “Where Did Our Love Go.” Their next four singles also hit number 1, establishing them as the premier girl-group of the 1960’s. “Where Did Our Love Go,” released on Motown records, is worth up to
$125.00 today with its picture sleeve.

March 10, 2026 Record of the Day

Rolling Stone magazine lists “Folk Singer” by Muddy Waters as one of the top 500 albums of all time. It could have been called “Muddy Waters Unplugged” as it’s an all acoustic album with Muddy Waters and Bobby Guy on acoustic guitars along with Clifton James on drums and Willie Dixon on bass. Released on Chess Records in 1964, the album is worth up to $400.00 today.

Find the values for over a million records on our “Record Appraisal Guide” flash drive in Microsoft word ($24.95). It is available in the left hand column or receive a detailed appraisal for any record for $1.00 by clicking on “Online Appraisals” in the yellow strip above.

March 9, 2026 Record of the Day

Who is Leo Giordarno and why does he have a record that collectors seek? What makes his record special is that backing him up, singing falsetto, are Buddy Holly and Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers. The song, “Stay Close To Me,” was not only written by Buddy Holly but also one of his few compositions that he never recorded himself. Released on Brunswick Records in 1959, a copy is worth up to $600.00 today.

Find the values for over a million records on our “Record Appraisal Guide” flash drive in Microsoft word ($24.95). It is available in the left hand column or receive a detailed appraisal for any record for $1.00 by clicking on “Online Appraisals” in the yellow strip above.

March 8, 2026 Record of the Day

“The Bad Seed,” a thriller from 1956, was a movie based on the play by Maxwell Anderson. The film was about a disturbed young girl who displayed the characteristics of a serial killer. It was nominated for 4 academy awards. The soundtrack, released by RCA in 1956, is worth up to $250.00 today. “The Bad Seed” is just one of the 10,000 soundtracks listed on our Soundtracks Guide in Microsoft Word, covering movies, TV shows, and Broadway shows. It’s available in the left hand column.

March 7, 2026 Record of the Day

The Chantels was one of the first girl-groups of the Rock N Roll era. They had their first hit in 1957 with the Doo-Wop classic, “Maybe.” A reformed version of the group scored in 1961 with “Look in My Eyes” and “Well, I Told You,” which was an answer song to “Hit the Road Jack” by Ray Charles. In 1962, Carleton Records released the album “The Chantels on Tour.” A mono copy is up to $100.00. The stereo version, as shown here, is worth up to $200.00 today.

(All mono and stereo versions of all records are described in detail on Mighty John’s “Record Appraisal Guide” on a flash drive in Microsoft Word, available in the left hand column for $24.95.)

March 6, 2026 Records of the Day

Gary U.S. Bonds was as popular during the twist craze of the early 1960’s as Chubby Checker. His hits such as “New Orleans” and “Quarter to Three” are Rock N Roll classics. And like Chubby, Gary capitalized on the twist with top 10 hits, “Dear Lady Twist,” and “Twist Twist Senora. His album, “Twist Up Calypso,” released on Legrand Records, is worth up to $50.00. His first album “Quarter to Three” can sell for $100.00 today.

Be sure and request this month’s free list of “10 Records Worth $100.00 or More.” PLUS trivia about the recording artists. To receive your copy, just email mightyjohn1971@gmail.com

March 5, 2026 Records of the Day

Paul Anka was one of the biggest teen idols of the 50’s & 60’s with huge hits such as “Diana,” “Puppy Love,” and “Put Your Head On My Shoulder,” which today is worth up to $50.00 with its picture sleeve. However, his most valuable record is one that most people have never heard of. In 1966, RCA Records released the Paul Anka single, “I Can’t Help Loving You.” It’s worth up to $250.00 today.

Find the values for over a million records on our “Record Appraisal Guide” flash drive in Microsoft word ($24.95). It is available in the left hand column or receive a detailed appraisal for any record for $1.00 by clicking on “Online Appraisals” in the yellow strip above.