And the Answer Is. . . 7
Barry McGuire's visceral 1960s protest song "Eve of Destruction." The first time I remember hearing this song was on the TV show The Greatest American Hero in the episode "Operation: Spoil Sport." Don't ask me what the episode is about, as I have absolutely no recollection. The song, on the other hand, left an indelible mark with its energy, passion, and anger. Both the lyrics and the rage in McGuire's voice are truly powerful, even for someone who was a little Ron Reagan Jr. at the time. Going to show that I have always been a pinko commie liberal at heart.
Hat tip again to BT for the excellent reference to "Creeque Alley" by the Moms & Pops. I had no idea that the song referenced McGuire or The Byrds' lead Roger McGuinn (nee Jim McGuinn). See here.
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Tell me over and over again, my friend. I don't believe. . . .
Posted by: The Heretik | May 3, 2005 01:11 AM