By the Time I Get to Pheonix – 1967
By the Time I Get to Phoenix reached #3 on the U.S. Pop charts in 1967. Written by Jimmy Webb, it was made famous by this recording by Glen Campbell. It was the first of three huge hits the Campbell had with songs written by the great tunesmith Webb, two of which reached number one, the third peaking at number two on the pop charts; a fourth reached number 28. The song has become a standard and is reportedly one of the most covered songs in history.
Wichita Lineman – 1968
Two versions: the first is a staged television apppearance for the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour which aired on November 3, 1968. The second, I believe this one is from the late 70’s, has Campbell fronting an orchestra. Unfortunately the volume is quite low on the live clip with the orchestra.
Galveston – 1969
Where’s the Playground Suzie? – This song reached #28 but I think for many it is as timeless as the other Webb songs recorded by Campbell in the sixties.
MacArthur Park
Highwayman - Glen Campbell introduced this song in 1979 on the album Highwayman
The Moon’s a Harsh Mistress
Nice job. Great song. Great singer.