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Song of the Week #65 – “Be My Baby”

Written by admin on August 1, 2011 – 8:04 am -

The Ronettes’ timeless “Be My Baby” is Song of the Week on Classic Pop Icons.

“Be My Baby” was released on single in August 1963, backed with “Tedesco and Pitman” and would go on to become one of the most enduring pop songs of all time.

The Ronettes - Be My Baby single

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Ronnie Spector sings Amy Winehouse

Written by admin on September 18, 2009 – 5:44 pm -

The Ronettes are my favourite girl group of the 60s, primarily because Ronnie Spector was such a charismatic and talented performer – and of course because of Phil Spector’s brilliant studio production.

Today I want to highlight two performances featuring Ronnie – one vintage and one modern.  But first, some background on the group.

The Ronettes

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