I've chosen two songs for this first post, both deep cuts on Fool's Gold's debut 1976 album; a country rock group who began as Dan Fogelberg's backup band in 1974. This Illinois group also famously included Tom Kelly who would write a string of hits in the 80s with Billy Steinberg including Madonnas' 'Like a Virgin' and The Bangles' 'Eternal Flame'. These two songs feature a nice breezy, pop feel with great lyrics and melodies far from the more Yacht Rock feel of the bulk of their work. Choices in particular features great lyrics like 'Accept or deny your own existence, because there's no livin in between' while One by One has a great wistful melody; It's a shame they only made two albums.
Choices - Fool's Gold
One by One - Fools Gold
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