Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault: Recent Episodes
Davey Bee, John David
Between Mozart and Maroon 5 is an entire generation’s worth of incredible music and stories that aren’t being told. On Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, hear about Top 40 history of the hit songs that were, and the local and global legends that still endure. Join North Dakota Rock Country Hall of Fame bandleader and broadcaster Davey Bee and his recording artist/art educator son, John David, as they relive the music of our lives — from the era that gave birth to rock and roll to the beginning of the 21st century.
Step back in time once again with Davey Bee's Hit Song Vault podcast as the captivating conversation about 1950s singers continues! This episode promises more fun as Davey Bee and John David explore the music of the 50s, featuring iconic artists like Elvis, Bobby Darin, Sam Cooke, and all the fantastic tunes of famous chart-toppers from the golden era of music.
Immerse yourself in the captivating sounds of the 1950s as Davey Bee and John David share the biggest hits that defined a generation. From the smooth sounds of crooners to the energetic beats of pop music, this episode promises to transport you back in time to an era of musical brilliance!
From the smooth harmonies of The Temptations to the soulful vocals of Marvin Gaye, get ready for a journey through the golden era of Motown with hosts Davey Bee and John David.
Explore the songs that The Beach Boys covered throughout their career — from iconic hits to lesser-known gems, this episode takes you on a musical journey through the influence that many artists had on this legendary band. Discover the stories behind the songs, and gain a deeper appreciation for the rock history that continues to inspire generations!
Join Davey Bee and John David as they explore the fascinating history of various versions of the song "Can’t Find The Time." With a plethora of renditions to discover, this episode guarantees a unique musical journey.
It’s appointment podcast time, with an episode devoted to hit television theme songs! Yes, in this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David surf the channels and flip from one popular chart-topping TV show tune to another.
There’s nothing like a ray of sunshine shining in a hit song to brighten your day! In this episode, Davey and John David will enlighten and illuminate you with a conversation about music that's all about the sun and its radiant glow.
In this episode, Davey Bee and John David guide you through a delightful musical experience featuring dance and dancing songs. Lace up your dancing shoes and join us for half an hour of non-stop boogieing!
Of all the instrumental guitar bands of the century, The Shadows stand apart and above many of the rest. In this episode, Davey and John David discuss the history and the legacy of this influential and almost peerless English rock and roll band.
Are you hungry for another episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault? You're in luck, because in this episode, Davey Bee and John David serve up a smorgasbord of food-themed hits for you to savor!
We're back with the first episode of our new season! From delicate roses to vibrant sunflowers, join Davey Bee and John David as they take you on a musical journey filled with captivating songs dedicated to the beauty and wonder of flowers. Each song will transport you to a blooming garden of melodies. Plunge yourself into these harmonious tunes and let the power of music and nature intertwine in this delightful episode!
For some performers, talent just runs in the family! On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David compile a list of some of the most famous fathers and sons, mothers and daughters, and family musicians ever to hit the big time.
Who doesn’t want to be happy, right? On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey and John David invite the bluebird of happiness to join them, and talk about tunes that can put a skip in your step, and a big ol’ smile on your face!
On this episode, John David and Davey Bee try to get you into shape with songs about walking! Keep the pace as they meander down the path of hit tracks about walking.
Songs about culture, songs about peace, and idealistic songs with a special place in our hearts — that’s what folk music is all about! On this episode, Davey Bee and John David look at the most essential songs of the American folk music revival of the 1960s.
The 1950s gave birth to doo-wop music, one of the most happy-go-lucky genres of soul music that any teenager could perform! On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David stand on the street corner and serenade you with some facts about the highest ranking and most infectious doo-wop recordings.
All aboard! Get in and listen this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault with Davey Bee and John David — which is ready to depart for a whole slew of hits about major metropolitan cities across the United States.
Moo-moo! Meow-meow! Tweet-tweet! Roar! On this episode, Davey Bee and and John David take a short safari through the animal kingdom and talk about hits that are about birds, creatures, critters, and beasts.
You’d think people would’ve had enough of silly love songs, but not Davey Bee! On this episode, Davey and John David call up Cupid, have him drawback his bow, and let his arrows point us toward those number one hits about love.
You can’t step in the same river twice, but on this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, you can enjoy these river-focused tracks again and again! Listen to Davey and John David introduce you to songs about streams and waterways that will keep you current.
The first recorded use of the term “one-hit wonder” was in 1957, and since then, many groups have been producing songs that can be called just that. On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey and John David travel through four decades of popular music to talk about who recorded which hit — and when!
There was a time in the 1960s when some music was called “bubblegum." On this episode, Davey Bee and John David unwrap some of those songs with infectious melodies and polished productions for you to chew on!
Christmas means so much to so many people, and leave it to Davey Bee to know just what song to play! On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey and John David will merrily roll along and talk about some holiday standards and favorites, and some real Christmas gems!
Sometimes we can’t help but say "thank you" for everything that we’ve been given. On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, John David and Davey Bee take a look at the tracks that have aided us in expressing our gratitude, and feeling good about our circumstances!
Start your engines and shift into podcast gear, ‘cause here’s another episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault with Davey Bee and John David. In this episode, Davey and John talk about songs about cars, and you “auto” give it a listen right away!
Now you can be a cool ghoul by joining Davey Bee and John David as they celebrate Halloween by listening to these fun, frightful supernatural songs!
You’re on the web and you arach-need some ant-sers about songs about bugs, so here’s the buzz! On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David talk about ditties about spiders, flies, butterflies and bees.
Can’t sleep? Well, instead of counting sheep, why not join Davey Bee and John David as they count some popular recordings about slumbering on this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault!
If loneliness is the cloak that you’re wearing, then you're in luck! In this episode, Davey Bee and John David are here to regale you with stories of songs about feeling lonesome and deserted.
They went to the dogs... Now mankind’s other household pet is about to be celebrated! On this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David have compiled a list of tracks that is positively littered with numbers that are "the cat’s meow."
Heel! Sit! Stay! Stay a while and have a ball with Davey Bee and John David as they talk about dogs, chart toppers about dogs, and the musicians that immortalized man’s best friend in their songs.
Every song has a story to tell — especially the ones without any words! In this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David run down a list of top instrumental tunes from the beginnings of rock n' roll to its heights in the years that followed.
Music can be a divine thing, especially in the hands of these artists and bands! In this episode, Davey Bee and John David discuss the songs that have hope, spirituality and belief at the center of their messages.
Rain, rain, go away... but stay long enough to have a lively conversation about songs that were inspired by precipitation! In this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David open up their umbrellas and their heads, and brave the elements to tell you all about the biggest hits about the rain.
Each day is as unique as any person that you can meet, and on this episode, Davey Bee and John have found some one-of-a-kind tunes that'll help you have a great time, no matter the day of the week!
In this episode of Davey Bee’s Song Vault, Davey Bee and John David single out some super rock n' roll tracks recorded by Canadian artists.
Rock n' roll has its roots in swing, country, R&B, and the ensembles of the big band era. In this episode, Davey Bee and John David are joined by a special guest, pastor and musician Stephen Streed, as they they dive head-first into the traditions and styles that gave birth to rock.
Davey Bee and John David discuss some of the catchiest hits about our planet’s one and only natural satellite: the moon.
Hop on board this episode of Davey Bee’s Hit Song Vault, where Davey Bee and John David take their “pick” of some of the greatest guitar hits played by some of the greatest guitar players. Wow! It’s a double “whammy,” isn’t it?
Some songs try to warn us, and some hit us pretty hard! In this episode, Davey Bee and John David cover a collection of songs that span the gamut of tragic and tearful human emotion.
Take a trip around the color wheel! Davey Bee and John David talk about the primary and secondary smashes, and the complementary chart toppers that reside inside of pop music’s radiant kaleidoscope.
In this episode, Davey Bee and John David talk about the life lessons taught in popular songs.
Davey Bee and John David jump into a blazing list of tracks that are all about smoke and fire, and the burning intensity that they ignite within us.
There is nothing like a brass section to get you moving and grooving! Davey Bee and John David discuss the soulful and lively artists that rely on trumpets, trombones, and saxophones to get you out on the dance floor.
Davey Bee and John David cover the hits of yesterday that relate the feelings and the memories associated with the passage of time.
Davey Bee and John David explore the many ways that weather and weather conditions inspire the lyrics and melodies of popular songs.
Get introduced to Davey Bee and to his son John David and the vast knowledge and experience that they possess about recorded popular music.