Resting in Peace, a couple of rockers from yesteryear.
Spencer Davis, whose namesake band released the all-timer "Gimme Some Lovin'" in 1966, when singer Steve (then called Stevie) Winwood was just 18. The song went to #7 on the Billboard US Hot 100. Also covered by The Blues Brothers for their film, that version went to #18. Mr. Davis was 81.
Tony Lewis, bassist and vocalist for the band The Outfield, known almost exclusively for their massive 1986 hit "Your Love." Josie's on a vacation far away and all that. It went to #6 on the US Hot 100, one better than GSL. Mr. Lewis was 62 and British, which you cannot tell from his singing. He claimed his friends said he spoke like Michael Caine, and that wouldn't do well in a rock song.
Unless you're Madness and you have a pop song with Michael Caine saying "My name... is Michael Caine" in the middle of the song! The song is called... wait for it... "Michael Caine."
And if you like how Michael Caine speaks and/or silliness, check out this scene from The Trip.
Until the next time... Gimme Some of Your Love, Michael Caine.
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