Shakin' Stevens
@shakinstevens.bsky.social
The official BlueSky of Welsh singer and songwriter Shakin’ Stevens.
There are two types of music… and on this day in 1990, Shaky made his preference pretty clear. 🎸 There Are Two Types Of Music… Rock ‘n’ Roll turns 36 today! What’s your favourite track from the album?
Shaky performing ‘Love Attack’ on Top of the Pops in 1989 📺🎶
Sitting down with It’s Wicked in September 1987 📺 Shaky talks hits, hard work, Motown and making sure every record sounds a little different from the last.
Today we're celebrating the anniversary of Shaky, released in 1981 🎉 The chart-topping album reached No. 1 in the UK and features some of his most-loved hits, including Green Door, You Drive Me Crazy and It's Raining. What's your favourite track from Shaky?
On this day in 1984, A Letter to You climbed to #10 on the UK Singles Chart 📀
On this day in 1982, Give Me Your Heart Tonight became another timeless hit for Shaky, reaching #11 on the UK Singles Chart. 💙 With its heartfelt lyrics, it's still a fan favourite four decades later.
Before it became a UK Top 10 hit for Shaky in 1981, It's Raining was first recorded by soul legend Irma Thomas. Shaky put his own stamp on the classic, making it a standout track on his Shaky album and introducing the song to a whole new generation 🕺
Back to 1980, when Shaky lit up the Top of the Pops stage with a blistering rock 'n' roll performance of Hot Dog 🌭
🎵 Whoa, whoa Julie, if you love me truly, Do you want me, Julie, to be, be your very own? 🎵
🎙️Forbidden love is never what it seems, And you cry just a little bit
🎸 What's your favourite track from There Are Two Kinds of Music... Rock 'n' Roll?
Here's to another year of Marie, Marie! Originally released in 1980, Marie, Marie is one of those timeless tracks that never fails to get the party started. Thank you to everyone who's kept singing along through the years. Turn it up today and celebrate! 🎶
On this day in 1981, Green Door was released. 💚🚪 It reached #1 on the UK Singles Chart, where it stayed for four weeks, becoming Shaky's second UK chart-topper. Originally recorded by Jim Lowe in the 1950s, it's brought so many incredible memories over the years.
On this day in 1983, It's Late was released and it entered the UK Singles Chart, climbing to No. 11! 🎸✨ Originally written by Dorsey Burnette and first recorded by Rick Nelson, Shakin' Stevens' electrifying version became a fan favourite and featured on the classic album 'The Bop Won't Stop'
🎶 And I'm prepared to wait a thousand years or more. It's a love worth waiting for 🎶
Bonnie Tyler was a true professional, and a bright, shining light. She loved life and inspired the rest of us to do the same. Our thoughts are with Bonnie's loved ones. Always in our hearts, Shaky
What's your favourite track from This Ole House? 🏠🕺
🎙️ There goes my baby up a tree Giggling and a wiggling her toes at me Let me put my glasses on I have such fun since she's been gone🎙️
🎶 There's an old piano and they play it hot behind the green door, Don't know what they're doing but they laugh a lot behind the green door 🎶
On this day in 2005, double A-side single Trouble / This Ole House made its @officialcharts.bsky.social debut. Pairing a fresh take on one of his signature hits with a cover of Pink's Trouble, the release showcased Shaky's ability to bridge generations and remain as relevant as ever.
Wishing all the Dads our there a rockin' Father's Day! We hope your day is filled with love, laughter, and memories. ❤️
Shooting Gallery has remained a favourite from the This Ole House era for over four decades. Rock 'n' roll, nostalgia, and plenty of Shaky energy. Who still loves this track? 🎸
More treasured memories from the Shaky archives! If you have any magazines featuring Shaky over the years, please share them with us
🎶 'Cause I'm not waiting for a secret I don't wanna hear a lie Don't want the promise of tomorrow Give me your heart tonight 🎶
Wow, what an incredible collection! From rare releases to gig tickets and cherished memories, it's a fantastic celebration of Shaky's music and career. Thanks so much to Paul Wallace for sharing this remarkable collection.
Eddie Cochran's 'C’mon Everybody' was already a rock ’n’ roll anthem. Then it got it the full Shaky treatment in 1979🕺
Now Listen was released in the UK on this day in 2007. The album features 12 tracks including the namesake single, 'Now Listen', and covers like 'Got My Mind Set On You' which was originally written by Rudy Clark and famously covered by George Harrison. Play this one loud today!
You know, baby, when you're in my arms I can feel your loving magic charms You drive me crazy 🎙️