This clip was shown to Walt Disney World Guests on a then-new “videodisc machine” in the mid-70s as they departed Space Mountain on a moving platform, marveling at futuristic creations. Russell performed the song live at Disneyland for an episode of The Wonderful World of Disney promoting the opening of The Haunted Mansion (also celebrating 50 years) hosted by The Osmond Brothers. In some ways, it’s an arguably better record than “Sugar, Sugar,” with a spectacular production of such sheer exuberance that the few attempts to cover the melody fall short-whereas “Sugar, Sugar” has enjoyed repeated success in remakes, most notably the hit version by Wilson Pickett.Įven Kurt Russell recorded his version of “Sugar, Sugar” for a self-titled album back in his Computer Wore Tennis Shoes days (many a TV talk show has sought to embarrass him by producing the cover on camera). “Jingle Jangle” was The Archies’ second highest-charting single, reaching number 10 (their first, “Bang Shang A-Lang,” reached number 22). Who knew how prescient, at least in some ways, it would turn out to be? Upon reading this 50 years ago, it seemed promotional puffery, even to an adolescent (equating The Archies with the Mets and the space program?). Ron Dante made several albums and singles on his own, as well as an album of Archie Christmas songs with Betty and Veronica. The Archies did indeed record two more albums and a few singles. So reads the liner notes of 1969’s Jingle Jangle album. Not only are all three sensational but each one holds a promise of more to come.” “This has been the year of the Astronauts landing on the moon, the Mets, and The Archies. Songs: “Jingle Jangle,” “Nursery Rhymes,” “Get on the Line,” “You Know I Love You” by Jeff Barry, Andy Kim “Everything’s Alright” by Ron Dante “She’s Putting Me Through Changes” by Jeff Barry, Andy Kim, Neal Ford: “Justine,” “Whoopie Tie Ai A,” “Senorita Rita,” “Archie’s Party” by Jeff Barry “Look Before You Leap,” “Sugar and Spice” by Ron Dante, Gene Allan. Kirshner Records KES-105 (12” 33 1/3 RPM / Stereo) We've found 18 photos that really capture the quirks that make small town living so wonderful.Even The Beatles couldn’t beat “Sugar, Sugar” for the number one hit of 1969, when Archie and company enjoyed a highly unique success, much imitated but never equaled. There's just something kind of magical about the small town lifestyle that instantly makes people feel more relaxed and at home. ![]() Locations like Telluride, Colorado, Saratoga Springs, New York, and Boothbay Harbor, Maine, are just a few towns that leave a big impression, but there are so many more places in the United States that give off that Stars Hollow or Virgin River kinda vibe. You've got everything from good neighbors to adorable main streets with sweet local shopping to quaint festivals to really pretty open landscapes with every outdoor activity you could imagine. The slower pace of small-town life has never appealed more than it does now. But all that hustle and bustle can get to be a lot, and after a year of quarantine and social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have decided to avoid that non-stop lifestyle and embrace the beauty of small towns. City living has its place, and there are benefits of being able to get food delivered pretty much around the clock and access to a variety of job opportunities, museums, and more.
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