Slightly 60's New Years Cocktail Party

 

"Well they're saying it's a new year, but I'd rather have a new beer..."

It wouldn't be a N.Y.E party without a proper mix tape! Here are my carefully curated tracks for a slightly 60's time capsule...

Oh, What a Night! (Late December 1963) - The Four Seasons

Who could forget this cocktail party classic about losing your virginity right before the New Year? The song gained its infamy by appearing in the movie American Graffiti. "Oh, what a night! "Now, if only a punk band would cover this...

What Are You Doing New Years Eve? - The Orioles

This song has been performed by countless artists, but The Orioles version seemed most fitting for this Baltimore-based babe! "Maybe it's much too early in the game, but I thought I'd ask you all the same, what are you doing New Year's Eve?" No one can tell for sure who you'll be with until the clock strikes midnight...

Calendar Girl - Neil Sedaka

"January, you start the year off right..." Feel free to dream of the upcoming year and all the adventures it holds in this 1968 pop song. Be sure to check out gender-flipped B-Side by Dee Dee Sharp, Calendar Boy!

New Year's Resolutions - Otis Redding & Carla Thomas

The time is here to make a resolution to love somebody in the next year. This classic 1968 song is perfect for the party!

Auld Lang Syne - Jimi Hendrix

There's no better way to rock in the new year than with this classic performed by Hendrix live at the Fillmore! As the end of the 60's approached, things went from bubblegum pop to hard psychedelic rock, as this track reflects...

See -The Rascals

This rare track from 1969 is a trippy treat! "Flashes of a new year light up a stellar sky, love is really everywhere to see it is to fly!" 

This Will Be Our Year - The Zombies

"This will be our year, took a long time to come..." The Zombie's Colin Blumstone sings on this mellow, melodic song that is sure to infuse the coming year with a sense of optimism!