Three of a kind #14

Those of you who dislike whistling in songs should look away now! I know some people have an aversion to it but not me. Unless we're talking about Roger Whittaker. But generally speaking, a little well-placed whistling does absolutely no harm to a good song. Here are three great examples. You know how to whistle don't you? Just put your lips together and blow.

Oh Sweet Music! - Four Long Years mp3 (available for 7 days)

The Seekers - Georgy Girl mp3 (available for 7 days)

And the the classic example. Surely nobody can have anything against this song, can they?

Otis Redding - Sittin' On The Dock Of The Bay mp3 (available for 7 days)



Bonus: Dolly Mixture - Whistling In The Dark mp3

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"This is mine forever"

Dolly Mixture were formed in 1978 by bassist and vocalist Debsey Wykes (later to sing backing vocals for Saint Etienne and front Birdie), guitarist Rachel Bor and drummer Hester Smith. I first heard them in around 2003 and immediately loved their catchy pop tunes. Their self-released, untitled double album (1983) contained 27 great songs but failed to impress the world at large. It was re-released as a CD in 1995 under the name 'The Demonstration Tapes' on Bob Stanley's Royal Mint label. Below are just two tracks from The Demonstration Tapes: How Come You're Such A Hit With The Boys, Jane? and my personal favourite, Remember This.


Dolly Mixture - How Come You're Such A Hit With The Boys, Jane?

Dolly Mixture - Remember This.mp3


You can find live mp3s of Dolly Mixture here.