The simplest songs are often the best. They get in your head and stay there for life. Such is the case with Melanie’s wonderfully quirky 1971 hit “Brand New Key,” an irresistibly catchy little song ...
In 1971, a lighthearted soft rock song with an unforgettable melody became one of the year's biggest hits. But, not everyone embraced it. "Brand New Key," performed by Melanie, climbed to No. 1 on the ...
The 1970s saw a major resurgence of folk music. It was the decade of hippies, inspired by the Woodstock festival, filled with peace and love and happiness. Championed by musicians like JohnDenver and ...