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Bob Crane began his career in 1956 as a Dee Jay on a Los Angeles radio station. In 1961, he started doing bit parts on TV. It was Donna Reed who first recognized his acting potential and he was given a recurring role as neighbor Dr. Dave Kelsey on “The Donna Reed Show.” Then, in 1965, he landed the role he’ll always be known for as Col. Hogan on “Hogan’s Heroes.” In 1966, Epic Records released the single “Theme from Hogan’s Heroes” with Bob Crane on drums. The 45 with picture sleeve can get you $100.00 today.
Big Brother and the Holding Company were spawned in the psychedelic era, and when they latched on to Janis Joplin, who was choosing to join them or the 13thFloor Elevators, they would become a part of the legend and history of Rock N Roll. Following their appearance at the Monterrey Pop Festival, their first album was released on Mainstream Records, which was mostly a Jazz label. Released in 1967, it contains their first hit, “Down on Me.” The single is worth up to $20.00 but the debut “Big Brother and the Holding Company” album can sell for $100.00 today.
“Rock That Beat” might be one of the most unusual albums of all time. Released in 1958, it consists of famous Jazz musicians playing Rock N Roll. These Jazz greats, playing with Boots Brown and his Blockbusters and Dan Drew and His Daredevils, wanted to remain anonymous in fear of being embarrassed. Those “anonymous” Jazz musicians included Shorty Rogers, Gerry Mulligan, and J.J. Johnson among others. Released on Groove Records, a copy of “Rock That Beat” is now worth up to $100.00.
In 1961, Mattel released a three-record set called “Barbie Sings” featuring Charlotte Austin as Barbie and Bill Cunningham as Ken. Titles include “My First Date,” “Recipe for Instant Love,” and “Nobody Taught Me.” Individual records are worth up to $20.00 each but the entire three-record set is worth up to $150.00 to record collectors as well as Barbie Doll collectors.
Those obscure Soul records issued in the U.S. in the 60’s and 70’s are heavily coveted by record collectors. Known as “Northern Soul,” these singles command big money. In 1966, Old Town Records released “Left Out” by Jesse Johnson. An original copy is worth up to $1,200.00. In 1965, Mala Records released the Timmie Williams 45, “Competition.” An original copy can sell for $3,000.00.
Who was your favorite Beatle? Based on the number of records referring to him at the beginnings of the British Invasion, it was Ringo. In 1964, Decca Records released “Ringo for President” by the Young World Singers. A copy can get you $50.00 as can Daws Butler performing “Bingo Ringo.” In 1965, Apt Records put out the single, “Treat Him Tender, Maureen, Now That Ringo Belongs to You” by Angie & the Chicklettes. That can get you $75.00. Vee Jay records, who once owned the rights to the Beatles released, “Bingo” by the Baby Bugs. With picture sleeve that’s worth up to $200.00. And then there’s Cher. Recording as Bonnie Jo Mason, her 45, “Ringo, I Love You,” released on Annette Records in 1964, is worth up to $1000.00 today.
In 1964, Tommy Tucker hit # 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 with “Hi-Heel Sneakers.” It has become a Blues standard with versions by over a thousand recording artists including the Beatles, the Rolling Stones, and Elvis Presley. Tommy Tucker’s original 45, released on Checker Records, is worth up to $25.00 but the “Hi-Heel Sneakers” album can sell for $150.00 today.
Mighty John’s Record Appraisal Guide on a flash drive lists the values for over a million records by over 75,000 recording artists from 1902 to the present day including all Rock N Roll, Doo Wop, Rockabilly, Surf, Country, Blues, Soul, Motown, British Invasion, Disco, Punk, Heavy Metal, New Wave, Northern Soul, Jazz, Pop, Big Band, and Comedy records. It includes 45s, 33s & 78s. It does not include Soundtracks from movies, TV, and Broadway shows. It does not include compilation albums (albums with various songs by various artists) ... $24.95…Free shipping ... on a flash drive in Microsoft Word
Garden of Eva: Mighty John’s second novel, “Garden of Eva,” is a gripping New England tale that is certain to haunt you and cause you to keep a suspicious eye on family members as well as their beloved cats. $12.95…Free shipping
Stung!: Mighty John Marshall was born in Portland, Maine and has been a resident his entire life. In his 30 years as a DJ, Mighty John has Rock ‘n Rolled the Pine Tree State up and down the radio dial. Another notable Mainer, best-selling author Stephen King, once called Mighty John “a leading citizen of Rock ‘n’ Roll.” Mighty John worked for King for several years during the 80s. From the Bangor Daily News: Rock music plays in the background of “Stung!” But the novel itself is in part a love story, in part a coming-of-age tale, but like those written by his one-time employer, Stephen King, it’s largely a book of horror. “Stung!’ is an enjoyable read. Mighty John has a vivid imagination. $12.95…Free shipping