From Steph W. – Mr. Pop – I saw your review of a book called “Sh-Boom” by Clay Cole. I can’t wait to buy it!

Mr. Pop History – Yes and thanks. Sh-Boom by Clay Cole is a wonderful read for pop and music fans. It’ll be available on October 1. Clay was a top video pop personality back in the 1960’s and his book is a must for anyone. Clay is so smart, he even knew that WMCA radio was the first to play Capitol Records’ “I Want To Hold Your Hand” by the Beatles – setting off Beatlemania back on December 26, 1963.

You won’t be able to put the book down. It’s that good!

From Regina M – Mr. Pop – Re: Paul McCartney and his songwriting… He has had such a wonderful command of the English language. Has Paul ever taken liberties to such an extant as to turn the language on its side?

Mr. Pop History – You mean use bad grammar? How about “My Love Does It Good” should be – “My Love Does It Well.” It just doesn’t have the same ring.

From Bryce M – Crooner Bobby Vinton once remarked he did a show in honor of NY DJ Jack Spector, who he said introduced his first hit on the radio. Can you or do you have any information on this?

Mr. Pop History – Wow – you’re taking me back. Jack Spector was one of the great all-time NY radio DJ’s making his at WMCA radio and helped build it to top ratings during the 1960’s. I found this article from March of 1970. It confirms Jack Spector first played “Roses Are Red My Love” back in 1962 and Mr. Vinton honored Jack Spector at the legendary Copa.