30 Years Ago - 1996 Republica released their self-titled debut album. I absolutely love Saffron's lead vocals. "Ready to Go" made #56, #7 Alternative Airplay, #36 Pop Airplay. "Drop Dead Gorgeous" made #93 and #39 Alternative Airplay.

40 Years Ago - 1986 Chaka Khan released her sixth album Destiny. "Love of a Lifetime" peaked at #52, #21 R&B, #11 Club. It was co-written with Green Gartside from Scritti Politti. "Tight Fit" charted #28 R&B. "The Other Side of the World" made #81 R&B and was co-written by Mike Rutherford of Genesis. It also appeared on the White Nights soundtrack. "Earth to Mickey" made #93 R&B.