Those Were The Days.

Popular music from the late 1960's must have been given a breath of fresh air

as the decade came to a close. And 1968 brought about some truly phenomenal

and memorable tunes.

And yet the music wasn't necessarily a true reflection of that year, which was one

of the most turbulent and restless times caused by heightened political and social

unrest over America's involvement in Vietnam, along with the emergence of 

the Civil Rights Movement.

And so it seems that the top record for that year was Hey Jude by The Beatles,

a seven minute single track that must have caused much frustration to many

radio presenters back then.

And as great as 1968 was, but going by my late 60's CD and Vinyl collections,

1969 is the golden year that can never be challenged. But that's just my

own personal opinion.

Above and below: Two classics from 1968.

Cupid's Inspiration.....Yesterday Has Gone.

Nothing But A House Party....The Showstoppers.

via The Beat Club