Hard To Handle — Otis Redding (1968)

"Hard To Handle" was originally written by Otis Redding, Al Bell and Allen Jones in 1967 - but Otis's version wasn't released until June of 1968 - six months after he died in a plane crash. It peaked at #38 on the R&B charts. It is best-known as a #1 single off The Black Crowes 1990 debut album, "Shake Your Money Maker"





The Black Crowes (1990)

Hello It's Me — The Nazz (1968)

"Hello It's Me" was written by Todd Rundgren and was originally recorded in 1968 by his band, The Nazz. It was released as the B-side of the group's debut single, "Open My Eyes". Rundgren re-recorded the song for his 1972 solo album, "Something/Anything?". This version would peak at #5 and become Rundgen's biggest hit and a rock radio staple.




Todd Rundgren (1972)