This 1974 #1 Hit RIPPED OFF Another #1 Hit That Had ALREADY RIPPED OFF ANOTHER #1!-Professor of Rock

[@ProfessorofRock]

Poll: What is your pick for the GREATEST ACOUSTIC song of the rock era?

[@Goup-oj4qr]

Old Man Neil Young

[@christineml1476]

Kansas "Dust in the Wind"

[@BillGraper]

My Sweet Lord- George Harrison

[@Lam_3-22-23]

My Sweet Lord- G.Harrison Sister Golden Hair- America Red Headed Stranger- Willie Rocky Mountain High- John Denver

[@freezer8530]

I'll nominate "Taxi" by Harry Chapin. I'll also nominate "Classical Gas" by Mason Williams.

[@SamanthaMunitz]

When I was a kid, listening to America's 'Sister Golden Hair' in the backseat of my dad's VW convertible, I never realized how much that would mean to me today. There music is soooooooo good!!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Agreed. Such a classic of the 70s!

[@krisgreenwood5173]

What I called my daughter when she was young. Little sister golden hair. She is still my little girl, only now she is 37

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

The song sounds so fresh decades later!

[@coyotecreekband236]

I was a young teenager learning to play guitar when bands like America, Eagles, Neil Young, were hitting it big. I was able to work through many of their songs to develop my appreciation of their songwriting skills and abilities. You always hit it out of the park, Professor. Thanks again for sharing this gem.

[@ProfessorofRock]

What a great time in music!

[@dhpbear2]

I was doing the same thing. I 'cut my teeth' on America's debut album!

[@michaelrue1400]

When I was too sick to make it to the hall for our congregation's meeting one Sunday a while back, I texted my mom "I tried to make it Sunday but I got so damned depressed that I set my sights on Monday and I got myself undressed." She appreciated that one.

[@sueellenwardmyers9900]

Hey brother

[@jaimegarcia6114]

The thing is professor, you always touch on such great music and artists!! I grew up in the 70's. I was exposed to all that unbelievable and wonderful music and not just 70''s Pop but Classic Rock, Ol' School R & B, etc...I recall the days of cruising in my car and jamming to America and so many others. I consider myself very lucky in the sense that I grew up in what I believe was arguably the best decade of music ever. The best part of your videos is getting to know the stories behind these timeless tunes. At the time I really never knew what a song was truly about, I just enjoyed them and interpreted them to where I was and who I was with. So I have such joy, unforgettable and wonderful memories that this music always brings me, my friends, a crush, etc...I will keep on watching and look forward to the next video!! And one more thing, I totally appreciate your dad for sharing his love and knowledge of the music with you. A good man for sure!!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great memories!

[@rebeccacorbin1590]

You nailed it. My feelings exactly. We knew we were listening to great music at the time. We just thought that's how it was. Little did we know this was a special time in music history. Songs started to decline with the advent of grunge. Every now and then a diamond rises to the surface but overall music still hasn't recovered.

[@bobgrayson6220]

I always laugh when these Foolls out here say the 80s was the Best Decade or the 90s was the Best... The 70s were better than the 80s and 90s Combined ! All Genres of music were bangin' in the 70s at the same time ! Rock, Soul, Funk, Disco and Pop were all pumping out Tons of GREAT music in the 70s ! Even Country music stars were pumping out great Cross-over hits ! And Country is like the worst music ever usually... But any genre can be good if they write good songs with good music... Johnny Cash, Tanya Tucker, Glen Campbell, Vicky Lawrence and others made some good songs in the 70s... Plus Motown, The Sound of Philadelphia with Gamble and Huff... Led Zeppelin... The Rolling Stones, Elton John... Barry White... Earth Wind and Fire, Kool and the Gang... Jim Croce... The Ohio Players... The Commodores... Where Lionel Richie made his Best music ! (We won't even talk about his embarrassing Solo crap like Dancin' on the Ceiling) ! There was nothing like the 70s... Even the movies and TV shows were fantastic, All Time Classics !

[@bobgrayson6220]

​@@rebeccacorbin1590 I think the Hair bands ruined Rock ! That's why Grunge was able to take over... Plus they did put out some Great music... But the thing that really ruined music ? DIGITAL ! Napster started it and by 2008, the music was finished ! No more CDs meant a huge Drop off in Money for the Record labels and the Artists ! Like 50 Cent said... By 2008, all the money was gone from the music business... He said he made $38 Million dollars on his first album in 2003... Rock was already finished after Grunge fizzled out... Rap was Great until 2008... R & B was finished...Pop is nowhere near what it used to be... Now all genres Suck ! Rap is terrible... No Rock... No R & B... Now it's just Taylor Swift, The Weekend and Bad Bunny... and Drake ! 😢

[@jaimegarcia6114]

I agree with you 100% Rebecca!! I give some of todays good music its props but it simply doesn't compare.

[@AlyraMoondancer]

I was in high school when "A Horse with No Name" came out; America instantly became my favorite group. I didn't buy a lot of records back then, but I got every one that they released. I even went to see them in concert - and I can pretty much count the number of rock concerts I went to on the fingers of one hand. Thank you so much for doing this video, Professor! What a treat!

[@luvutons411]

Fantastic group of the 70s...and they're still on the go. Love all their tunes they did back then. 70s was my teen decade...great memories from this band...🎤🎶🇨🇦

[@ProfessorofRock]

Same! Love their music. What's your favorite?

[@luvutons411]

@@ProfessorofRock Hard to pick..but I'll go with "Ventura Highway" and btw Adam... fabulous channel 👍🎤🇨🇦

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I love them too.

[@westfieldartworks8188]

Man....what an interview! Wow! Those guys are fantastic! Until you've driven through Wisconsin on a beautiful summer afternoon, listening to the music of AMERICA.....you haven't lived. I just love all their songs so much. Thank you.

[@MountPindos]

I have driven through Wisconsin with America playing. (Great River Road.). You are right! 🙂

[@murraylangley2449]

My late father introduced me to America in the late 70s. Who knew growing up in South Africa we were exposed to such super stars. Thanks dad for introducing me to some of the best music ever made. This set me up to being kid growing up in the 80s with a love for music in the greatest era ever.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for sharing!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I love that! It’s like Adam’s dad!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

I think it speaks to the chops and talents of this band when they get George Martin and record that whole fantastic album in a couple weeks. Fantastic interviews with Gerry Beckley and Dewey Bunnell both so open and honest, even downplaying their fantastic songs that we will love forever. Loved this episode!! And love Sister Golden Hair. Amazing how they both can keep their egos in check with so many classic songs❤

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks My Name. Always a comfort to see you here!

[@MyName-pl7zn]

​@@ProfessorofRockare you kidding, you have almost 1 million subscribers, you are the man of classic music!!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Same guy behind so many Beatles classics.

[@rmelin13231]

One of the remarkable things about them is that Dewey and Gerry have always been so open about their music, their history, always willing to rehash their history without braggadocio and without negativity. They seem to realize that they were fortunate to create some excellent music at the right time. And it was all excellent, in my opinion. They deserve all of the accolades they've received over the years. (And their concerts are so incredibly well orchestrated). We are fortunate listeners and fans.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Agreed.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

These guys are so humble.

[@linda.christie]

Yes, please, do a show on the New Best Artist Grammy curse! I have never heard of this. 😮

[@Jims_Camera_at_dawn]

Absolutely cover this topic B N A. America is a great 70s band. I was lucky to see them live in Charlotte, NC. Sound as great live as on recordings. True talent. No auto tune or computer effects are required for these guys. ☕️☕️🎶🎵🎶

[@LeadSurge3000]

*Starland Vocal Band won, & look how many hits THEY had!*

[@5roundsrapid263]

I’ve heard it called the “Kiss of Death” Grammy… 😂

[@rmbuilder1]

@@Jims_Camera_at_dawn I think Cindy Lauper won it...she did pretty good after that

[@michaelstyles5309]

Yep do a show about Grammy awards best new artist that became lightning in a bottle 😮

[@jamesstevens9394]

YES PLEASE do an episode about the "Grammy Curse", that would be awesome!!! And considering what some of those artists have been through maybe you should title it the "Best Knew Artist" show. Thanks always Adam and company for the insightful and informative content, always the FIRST content I watch daily

[@flavellinator]

That unique opening line draws me in every time... 70s bliss!

[@ProfessorofRock]

No kidding. Such a great line!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Tried to make it Sunday.

[@kanadianbacon7733]

100%

[@tonyfidanzo3331]

Love when you talk with the artists and get their insights as sadly will not be able to appreciate them for long as they are getting older.........thank you for doing this and hope to see more

[@danethanor]

RIP to Dan Peek, who made up the singing trio till 1977 and Willie Leacox their drummer (1973-2014).

[@TheEngstfeld]

Dan was my favorite of the three.

[@hercules1073]

Everything 1970's was bliss... sure we didn't have much and technology was connected to a stretch cord, but we learned to actually live and interact with others in the world in real time. My fondest memories are from that decade.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for sharing! You new?

[@hercules1073]

@@ProfessorofRock I've been subbed since you were at about the 400k mark. I've often posted asking why the best interviewer had less than a million subs when some pretty pitiful interviewers out there had millions! People are catching on now though. I love the nostalgia and look forward to every episode.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I think the world might have been better in the decades before I was born, when no one had to talk about connecting to WiFi.

[@jjs490]

Professor I'm really glad you haven't forgotten the 60s which I'm a product of. I also like 50s artists. The 70s also were great with this group here. America and also one of my favorites with Steely Dan ; , they are appreciated m uch more than they were doing the 70s. I love it when you cover the 60s however, so many different kinds of music coming together. R&b, soul, soft rock, Hard Rock, psychedelic. Some people say The Troggs were the first heavy metal group. Keep it up my friend you are great with your work and getting all these guests, while they're still around, I really appreciate your work.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!

[@MplsTodd]

Great interview. The incredible thing about America’s major songs is I hear them all the time but I NEVER get tired of them. I can’t say that about many bands at all!

[@jerzaw]

This interview was all love for the audience and all respect and admiration for their colleagues and contemporaries. Wonderful interactions, thank you!!❤❤

[@MJmysummerlove]

I can only imagine how many people out there that related/still relate to the opening line of “Sister Golden Hair”😊. An episode about the Grammy curse would be really interesting to watch👍

[@ProfessorofRock]

Very cooL! Will add it!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I know I do.

[@Texeq]

Sister Golden Hair, being heavily played on our local top 40 radio for a season, has that quality of instant transportation back to the moment. America, Chicago, Elton John, Doobie Bros. BTO, Wings, ELO. Great radio went on & on...

[@annemcgregor1514]

Hi Adam! Im a big fan of your show. I used to wait impatiently every month for the latest issue of Song Hits magazine to come out. Your show brings back so many great memories of carefree days. I would be very interested in seeing a show about the so-called New Artist curse. Loved this show! America has been a favorite, their songs were played many nights during camp around a blazing campfire. ❤❤❤

[@cojaxart8986]

When I was in high school in the early 70’s, we always would play America’s songs on the the juke box at our favorite hang out at lunch time. I always associate America with a hamburger and milkshake! Thanks Adam, that was a great interview! P.S. I’ve watch this interview 4 Xs now!

[@tonyherrera9329]

I was a senior in high school in 1971 and fell in love with America from "Horse With No Name" and I couldn't wait for each follow-up album. Personally, Ihave always loved their third album, "Hat Trick" which gave us Muskrat Love. But the title song, "Hat Trick" is amazing as well as "Rainbow Song" "Submarine Ladies" "Molten Love" and all of the rest. Put it this way, each album of theirs is worthy of many listens over time.

[@stephenhanft1226]

The 70's is my favorite music decade because I feel it was the most diverse (Overall, I think the 60's was the best music decade). You had so many different musical genres and really something for everyone. One of the musical genres that really defined the 70's was soft/mellow rock. One of its best bands was definitely America. So many great songs from their first #1 hit "A Horse With No Name" in 1972 to their last top 10 hit "You Can Do Magic" in 1982. My favorite song of theirs has always been today's featured song "Sister Golden Hair". It's a great sing-along tune.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Stephen!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Where does the 80s rank for you?

[@stephenhanft1226]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 I also love the 80's. I consider it the last great music decade. I'd also like to give a shout out to the 50's which I consider the first great decade of music with rock's pioneers (Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Everly Brothers, Little Richard and Jerry Lee Lewis) and all of those excellent doo-wop groups. All of them had a major influence on the Beatles and the first British Invasion of the 1960's.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@stephenhanft1226 Yes, the 50s were a revolutionary time for rock and roll. Rock Around the Clock is the song I consider to be the start of the rock era.

[@mutantryeff]

The band 'America' was perfect for the early 70s. The weird part was that it was an American band formed somewhere in Europe.

[@rabby-u]

Great Britain, not Europe. Close, but no cigar. 😂

[@jeffbouldin]

Great Britain is in Europe.

[@hercules1073]

@@rabby-u Is this response a joke??? seriously you're joking right?

[@rabby-u]

@@hercules1073 Does it matter?

[@rabby-u]

@@hercules1073 First clue, what's the emoji doing?

[@leonardking84]

I've been listening to America quite a bit lately. Adam, your timing was perfect. Great job.

[@Dave-lq2le]

I still put on America when I'm feelin' kinda "mellow"!! Thanks Professor!! 😎👍

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great group to listen to on such an occasion!

[@Dave-lq2le]

​@@ProfessorofRock Indeed!!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!@@Dave-lq2le

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Me too!

[@Dave-lq2le]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 Excellent!!👌

[@mbd22803]

Professor when you get the chance to interview the stars it always makes the story you share even better. I really enjoyed today's. America is a great band and hearing their stories was phenomenal.

[@edzeljereza8234]

Played drums for 2 bands in my late high school/early college years. One a jazz fusion/rock band and the other a folk rock group where we covered this song, Sister Golden Hair. Good times! I dare to say that the boys from America were impressed with your music facts/stats knowledge😄

[@brentcox7772]

Such a great band! Saw them in ‘77 in Norman, OK. They were amazing! “Lonely People” is still my favorite!🤘🔥

[@ProfessorofRock]

Great song!

[@JakeFox74]

@@ProfessorofRockJars of Clay (Flood from the mid 90’s) has an incredible version of this song.

[@paulwilson8672]

That song was playing on the Radio when I first joined band in 3rd grade. When you have siblings 8-10 years older than you, you didn't get to choose the radio stations. Sister Golden Hair is my favorite America Song. Brings back a lot of great memories.

[@davewilson2961]

" Sister Golden Hair " had a great vibe, and holds up to this day. Clearly, working with George Martin took America to another level. The fact that he inspired a homage, not a shallow imitation, of The Beatles is impressive.

[@RobertCrane-w4j]

@ProfessorofRock, sorry that you are not feeling well. Adam, I just said a prayer for you. Thank you for your unwaivering dedication to your craft, and your viewers. I appreciate you. Another great interview and episode. Love this channel...

[@serendipityshopnyc]

So happy you got around to covering this 70s classic. I suspected you might after your recent video on Horse With No Name; clearly you can collect enough material from an interview with talented musicians for several different videos at once, which only partially explains how prolific your channel is. Thank you for preserving these interviews and memories while the artists are still with us!

[@glenclifton4563]

I really loved this show. They are all great but sometimes you bring out a song that hits close to home. You do this so well. Always loved America and Sister Golden Hair. The interview was also great. Thanks so much!!

[@robertwright5647]

This is my favorite song by America. Adam thank you for your wonderful videos daily. I love your channel and hope you feel better soon.

[@JAMESLEVEE]

I got to see them live on the last day of the Orange County Fair, Costa Mesa, CA in '98. They put on a great show, including leaving the stage, and having it go completely dark after the set without having played "THE" song, then running out again, with Dewey announcing "We forgot one!" and launching into A Horse With No Name

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for sharing!

[@johantrenier1685]

Saw them at Lake Mission Viejo around that time. They were great. 👍

[@WolfRun59]

The OC Fair is the best! Pacific Amphitheater is such a cool venue and they include the fair in the concert ticket price.

[@JAMESLEVEE]

@@WolfRun59 I'm from LA, and the only band I was ever able to catch on closing night of the LA County Fair (twice) was EW&F.

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I love that!

[@catbutte4770]

Another music lesson from the Professor! Can't wait to see and learn. I'm sorry you're feeling under the weather. I hope you feel better soon, sir.

[@ProfessorofRock]

THanks!

[@markplumb3968]

Just got home from a gig ( on a stage built on a lake ) having played this song ( played it in the 70’s when it was on the radio and a hit and happy to be able to play it again in 2024 to an appreciative audience….. From Brisbane Australia…..

[@bartbluemusic]

Always loved the band America. I honestly don't think there is a song by them that I didn't like. I always felt they should've been more appreciated than they were. Awesome vid! (as always). :)

[@davemoyer505]

Great interview- and I was never a big America fan. Was more into Zeplin and BTO, etc. I’m almost 67, and I remember America’s songs playing on the radio constantly. I did find the lyrics to Sister Goldenhair intriguing👍🎸🥁🇺🇸❤️

[@spanishpeaches2930]

Formed in England and i remember so well, as a 10 year old, listening to to such a strange song, on Top of the Pops...and i loved it. Eventually bought an EP, which had Horse, Ventura Highway, Sandman and one other, which i can't remember now. Ventura H was my favourite on that EP single. Another great one, Adam . Atb from across the pond.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for sharing!

[@johndgxshelnutt286]

Grew up in the 70s listening to all their records. Learned how to play "Sister Golden Hair" on guitar as a teenager and when playing it with my parents around, I used "darn" instead of "damn." But that was on rare occasion. Got front row seats to see them in Columbus, Georgia Aug. 8, 2003, when my kids, who were big fans also, were 11 and 8. It was a great night. 3 Dog Night played as well. Loved the interviewa! Thank you for delivering EVERY time!!

[@Bill-Rocker]

When I think of 70's radio this band pops into my mind. Talented guys and some really good radio songs. They capture the sound of that era very well. That's no knock, not many do it so well. Like Jackson Brown singing...These Days...it's never dated, sounds as fresh today as ever. Sure...it takes me back to a specific time, even the very day I heard it, but my kids thought it was new 20 years on....

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!

[@JosieBails]

Thanks for great memories, America is one of the few bands that I didn't see live. They were on KSHE radio every day in the 70s. Being from the st. Louis area we always had great music. The band was accepted by all generations in our area, you could hear their music coming from car radios of any age drivers at the stoplights. I think that they helped bring America closer during the big generation.gap.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks for watching!

[@locotuss]

KSHE, real rock radio..

[@areneesouder]

I loved this band, growing up in the '70's, (being born in '57) and I always loved their harmonies. Beautiful music. Makes you feel good inside 😊💜😎👍

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Classic singalong, feel good magic! That’s what it’s about!

[@margretminer8589]

Sister Golden Hair is still played on the radio today, it's classic. Great band! It brings me back to the 70's with the easy listening rock sounds like America, Bread & Eagles.

[@cinderella581985]

I really enjoyed this interview with America’s two members! They were always a favorite of mine and each song takes me back to a special place in time. From a 7th grade party to graduating from Nursing School! Thanks so much!!!!!❤❤❤

[@randytessman6750]

A video on the grammy curse would be very interesting Professor. Would really like a video where you uncover the bands who made the top 40 but never got higher then 11(no top ten) and who did that the most times ??

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks! Will do!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

I’ve always wondered who did that the most.

[@ceciliajones7816]

I was a little kid in the 70s and remember hearing this in the radio. Always loved this song! I sang it to my daughter when she was little and, yes, she had pale golden hair! :)

[@mt0115]

America, great music, never the wrong time to play their music. Another great episode as well. The Grammy curse episode would be interesting. 🍺😎☮️

[@nando68two]

I love the idea of doing a video on The Grammy Curse! Moreover, not just the ones that were crushed by the Best New Artist Curse, but the artists who LOST that category and went on to be huge stars or released more big hits. So basically a balance of the sad and happy stories associated with it.

[@kanadianbacon7733]

*"Incredible Song, Incredible Music, Incredible Time to be Alive!"* ... Thank You Professor! *"Thank You Lord!♡¡"*

[@fivestring65ify]

A great first line can set up an entire song. I love these guys. They are yet another fantastic band from the 70s. And yes, please do an episode about the Grammy curse.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Agreed. Love that first line! What's your favorite song by them?

[@fivestring65ify]

​@@ProfessorofRockVentura Highway. The line in it that floors me is the line, Alligator lizards in the air. This is the mark of genius songwriting.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Will do! Coming soon!@@fivestring65ify

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

One of the best opening lines of any song.

[@tpatrick44]

First Self Titled Album is one I still play from Beginning to end. What a Wonderful Time in my life. I got to see them at a Fair some years ago and was in the front row. Was able to get a guitar pick from Dewey. Really nice guys too! Great Interview!!! Thanks! ❤

[@cwize]

Cool interview, it’s not surprising that he’s so easygoing, just like America’s music. One brief point - George Martin produced “Candle in the Wind 1997” - the Diana tribute, not the original from “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road”, as played in the video.

[@gerrytinder3602]

The best "pop" band in the early 70's. They were in the soundtrack of my 18th year right after HS. Great memories. Another great offering from our Professor!!!

[@johnelder2802]

Was in jail for my third DUI. NOTE; nobody hurt or injured thank God! Had not seen the sun for weeks or heard any music can you believe that?! Then made trustee was given the job to go back to where inmates were booked, then it happened though I did not see the sun I SAW THE SUN.... VENTURA HIGHWAY was playing on some cops desk I FROZE CLOSED MY EYES AND I WAS ON VENTURA HWY top down hair flying around in the California sun , man I was there.... brought back to reality when a COP yelled HEY GET THE HELL OUTTA HERE NOW!!!!! back to jail in an instant I can tell you. not until now did it dawn on me so to speak the cop he was not able to enjoy this song as deeply as I was at that moment. thank you for the late night company and history with interviews that effect me deeply as you might say... P.S. By the grace of God on that musical hwy sober over ten years. peace

[@eddiecarter9831]

I think the Grammy curse would make a great episode. My all time favorite song by America is "Tin Man." I'd love to see an interview with these gentlemen concerning that song. I found the lyrics inspiring. For me, it reminded me through times of depression and feelings of inadequacy that I should be thankful for what I do have and focus on the God given strengths rather than weaknesses.

[@tnrodgers]

First off, feel better Adam! America was at the right place at the right time. They don’t push themselves up the ladder and burnout, but just kept producing easy rock hits. Sister was exactly that. Grammy snubs? Yeah good luck, waaay too many #1 artists coming out monthly with new material that is still played and covered today. Thanks Adam!

[@JRoss707]

Dewey and Gerry have always been so open with the media over the years, it is most appreciative, I also really enjoyed their Big Interview with Dan Rather some years back. Their music was such an intricate part of our culture back then.

[@VickiCampbell-1216]

The band "America" always reminded me of Summer drives with the windows rolled down driving through long country roads. Great memories, a great and talented band. ❤

[@aarongoldstein7614]

I met Dewey Bunnell and Gerry Beckley following an America concert in Lowell, MA in 2005. Their debut album is the first piece music I ever remember listening too. I told Gerry and Dewey this tidbit. Dewey asked, "Did your parents force you to listen to us?" He wasn't snarky about it. But Gerry got what I was conveying right away.

[@ChuckCelticCarNut]

Thank you for talking with America. They have been my favorite band sence I first hear thier 1st album. I have always thought that it may because that I'm a military (Air Force) brat, just like the members of America. I'm still impressed that some of their first album was write by 16 year olds. But, I been sitting here leading myself astray.

[@briansherwood3595]

I was 12 years old when "You Can Do Magic" was a hit & we watched the video numerous times. When the 1st Edition of the "Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits" came out after that, I remember being shocked finding out this group America had numerous hits in the 70s, including 2 numer one hits! Over the next 2 years, I started learning more about them &, to my surprise, I knew most of the 70s hits-I just didn't know it was them. Bought "History" in early 1985 & became a fan. On a side note, I followed Dan Peek the last few years of his life & even bought a signed copy of his autobiography off his website which he personalized for me.

[@barryjackson5407]

Really a great bunch of songs these guys did. Saw them in the Summit in Houston around 78’. Great show. Just wonderful acoustic music of the 70’s.

[@kenpearce3269]

Another great episode. Love America! Hope you feel better soon!

[@joeterp5615]

Love this song! The melody and chord progression stays with you all day after hearing this like almost no other song. It just flows so “damn” well! 😊

[@mikebaturoni7797]

Hearing America's music reminds me of my childhood due to my aunts and uncles playing their greatest hits album quite a bit. I loved those songs then and have to this very day. Sister Golden Hair's opening acoustic strum makes me feel a bit of joy inside, as I know that I'm about to hear one of my very favorites.

[@duromusabc]

How about a video on The Raspberries and their song Go All The Way ? Thanks Professor!

[@vcv6560]

Just imagine if Eric Carmen was available to interview. He could put some real color on those early 70s.

[@duromusabc]

@@vcv6560All By Myself when Eric went solo in the late 70s

[@ellefitzpatrick6339]

I love that song! For some reason I thought it was Roy Orbison when I first heard it.

[@duromusabc]

@@ellefitzpatrick6339 Eric Carmen has a voice similar to Roy - good point to Mention- thanks - I never realized that until I read your comment

[@edryba4867]

HOW ON EARTH did I play “Sister Golden Hair” literally HUNDREDS of times on the radio, and remain completely unaware that it was produced by the great George Martin? Go figure… especially when the first instrument I played professionally was the saxophone, in FOUR different 1940’s-style Big Bands, while I was learning the other nine instruments I play! Great job on this interview, as usual, Adam!

[@craigparse1439]

Sister Golden Hair was on of my foundational songs in my upbringing. I wasn't much into the "Bop Shoo-Wap" ending, but it was an amazing song! I think we all had a "Sister Golden Hair" in our lives.

[@jwprimetime9795]

In high school 90-92 I had a lowrider truck and by far had the best system in the school. But I remember playing sister golden hair vividly blasting all 36 speakers in the parking lot! Man I love them!!

[@lindamcfarland9656]

Ahh! Another traveling song for me! 😄 It was on the sound track of so many family road trips or weekend family outings. It brings up images of my dad in his jeans and chambray button down, hiking boots, hat and aviator sunglasses. I picture my dad because this was one of his favorite bands. He was the epitome of 70's cool and he never even knew it 😎

[@ProfessorofRock]

So cool! Thanks for sharing!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Did your dad look like he could have been a member of America?

[@lindamcfarland9656]

@@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980 😊 maybe if they had a Mexican member! He was in the military, so he was a bit too buttoned up for looking like a 70's musician☺

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

@@lindamcfarland9656 That’s one strong man!

[@cathyopthof8136]

This is my favorite America song!! I am the sister Golden Hair they were talking about!! One of my favorite songs Ever!!❤

[@Zippy-I-O]

America; a Classic Staple...Always sing-a-long without thinking about the words as it's so ingrained in memory; in the psyche of those from the 70's and now their kids and Grandkids. A return to musical home...Among the time and outside of time. The music of America will remain for millennia.

[@musclecarmitch908]

One of my all time favorite bands! Awesome interview Professor!👍

[@ProfessorofRock]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@joyflowmonger248]

I watch all your stuff, but this one was my favorite! Thank you!

[@mark1mer]

Hey Professor, this is a truly great video!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Hey, thanks!

[@jobai3229]

Excellent interview with Mr. Golden Hair and Dewey. At present my favorite America song is Sandman, but it changes.

[@ImAlwaysHere1]

Something about America's music, or harmonies, or something takes me to a place in my mind that no other band does. Other bands do the same thing, they occupy different spaces and America certainly has theirs. When I hear their music, I definitely think of California.

[@helendayle6502]

The band, America, takes me back to my childhood home in the late 1970s when my mother played America, Loggins and Messena, and Jackson Browne on the record player. Such good times.

[@brucethomason6354]

I was driving Uber one Saturday night last summer in West Hollywood. I picked up a young couple carrying a large box of cake 🎂. Sister Golden Hair came on my playlist. The guy asked me to turn it up. I gladly did. “Everybody sing” I shouted. The girl sang the rest of the song with me. Turns out, she was Grammy winner Lorde. We had a great conversation the rest of the trip. And that was when I sang with a Grammy winner, and that’s why Sister Golden Hair is my ring tone.

[@glenbateman5960]

I loved Sister Golden Hair the first time I heard it. I grabbed my guitar and figured out how to play it. It's still one of my favorite songs to play. So simple and so much fun. More proof that the old saying "the simplest songs are the best songs" has some truth to it. America was an integral part of the soundtrack to my teenage years.

[@markallen2984]

I saw America at The Greek Theatre (in Griffith Park, Los Angeles) a few years ago with Chicago. They were still impressive live….as was Chicago. A bit of a nostalgia bill, but they weren’t just going through the motions.

[@justJelene]

What a show!

[@jeremy1350]

Hi Adam. I was a boy in the 1970's in Miami. Our family was rooted in Connecticut. So we made many trips back and forth from Miami to New Britain. And we listened to a lot of radio. My father would turn the stereo on at 7 am at wake up. It was funny Lou Rawls always started off the 7 am hour (You'll Never Find) BUT to and from the Drive in/Road Trips home, music was the memory key. If you played me a song from the 70's I could tell you where we were, in the car, on that road trip there or back. America was one of those bands that got a lot of radio play in Miami back then. Radio was really different than it is today, mind you.

[@jimr549]

Great interview! Love America and have seen them several times.

[@slaphead8835]

Oh heck yeah Professor. PLEASE do a Grammy Curse show. That would be highly entertaining! Love your show sir.

[@curiousman1672]

Takes me all the way back to elementary school. My 3rd grade teacher did a grammar exercise where she'd play a song and we'd have to write down every verb, or adjective in the whole song. We did lots of songs, including Horse With No Name and Sister Golden Hair. Funny, feels like yesterday in Mrs. Kohorst's class. Great band.

[@zyffyr]

Wonderful song. I still love listening to it all these years later.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Amen!

[@ThomasMilner]

Recalling the feelings, I turned 16 in 1970 and just loved those songs, from America, I need you, Horse with no name, solid gold songs of the heart.💛

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Just an excellent band.

[@markmcmahon3773]

Great show. America was certainly one of the finest bands!

[@ianbarber311]

Went to see the Marvelous 3 in Tallahassee in the late 90s, they covered Sister Golden Hair. The whole place sang along, even the 20 something year olds!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Such a great singalong! Love it!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Awesome!

[@tedbecker4051]

I grew up on the music of America, and the music of the 70s and 80s. With many older siblings, I heard much of the 60s music as well. What an amazing time for music! America was one of the best. "Daisy Jane" is my favorite America song. I can never play it just once. It's one of those songs that once it ends, I automatically play it again. There are so many America songs tied for second.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Ted!

[@xxlilly_playsxxkiz9980]

Daisy Jane is a great song.

[@digitalizeddeath]

Another absolutely amazing video. Love these. My local record shop thanks you btw for emptying my wallet and my bank account.

[@ProfessorofRock]

Ha ha!

[@kupcakesugar817]

Can we take a moment to appreciate the soundtrack to The Last Unicorn? When I hear other America songs I am reminded of the title track and the two other songs, Man’s Road and In the Sea. Love ❤️ it.

[@edwardsepulvado8617]

This was wonderful. My high school years. A neighbor and school friend of mine, who was an alter boy, explained the song to me. As a couple of fourteen year olds we created many scenarios.

[@hughwright1860]

I cut my teeth on America as I transitioned into the rock era from my father's influence of bluegrass. ( He was a very accomplished banjo player) Sister Golden Hair was in rare company of other artists who were also at the top of their game. Love the song and love the segment Adam. Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Adam!

[@ProfessorofRock]

Thanks Hugh!