Welcome back to Weekend Music Share, a brand new feature on Hugh’s Views and News.
Last week we kicked off with instrumental songs. This week I’m sharing a song classed as ‘the one that got away‘ because it failed to chart when released and, therefore, may never have been heard before.
I’ve uploaded two videos, just in case one doesn’t work in the country you are viewing this.
First recorded in 1984, Love in the Shadows was sung by E. G. Daily, also known as Elizabeth Ann Guttman and sometimes Elizabeth Daily, who is an American actress, voice artist and singer. The song was recorded for the soundtrack to the movie ‘Thief of Hearts.’
‘Love in the Shadows’ was Daily’s second single. It was given a re-release in 1986, with little success.
Unfortunately, the song failed to chart anywhere except on the Dutch singles chart, where it peaked at number 37.
Have you ever heard this song before? What did you think about it?
Do you have a favourite song that failed to chart or many people may not know? Share a link to it in the comments, or link back to this post from your blog.
Feel free to use the ‘Weekend Music Share’ banner in your post and use the hashtag #WeekendMusicShare on social media so other participants can find your post.
My thanks to Erika Kind for the inspiration for this feature.
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Oh there is that 80s music (listening as I type)! Fun song, Hugh, one that I’ve never heard either! She is quite talented!
I had no idea just how much she had done, Terri. She has a lot of credit for voiceovers in movies; something we tend not to acknowledge because we don’t see them on screen.
No I’ve never heard this one Hugh, or the artist. It certainly has an 80’s feel about it. Great idea for a feature 🙂
Thanks, Sam. ’80s music is still my favourite. It brings back a lot of happy memories.
My one-that-got-away is “Homburg” by Procol Harum. I had the 45 long ago, but I had forgotten it until I saw it on YouTube recently. The song was the follow-up to “Whiter Shade of Pale” and was a modest success in the UK in 1967, but not in the US. Both songs feature surreal lyrics, though I prefer the vocal melody and organ counter-melody in “Homburg”.
Thanks for sharing this song, Brian. It’s certainly one I’d never heard of before.
I haven’t heard this song before Hugh. Looking forward to more posts in the series.
Thank you, Brigid.
Lovely song, Hugh. I hadn’t heard it before – such a shame.
Thanks, Norah. There are so many ‘the one that got away’ songs out there that I really enjoy listening to. Glad you enjoyed it.
Songs are like books. Too many songs, not enough time. 🙂
Hi, Hugh – I too had never heard of this song before. As with Erika, it reminded me a bit of Bonnie Tyler. I quite enjoyed it. Thanks for sharing this.
Bonnie Tyler never came to mind, but I can see where you’re both coming from, Donna.
Interesting.
Thank you.
I have heard this song before. She may have been short changed because she uses the same technique as Deborah Harry who was hard to outshine.
I’m glad somebody has heard it before. I never looked at it from the ‘Debbie Harry’ point of view, but you’re right.
I’ve never heard of this one either! And I thought I knew all the records from the 80s!
There you go, Esther. As it never entered the singles chart, it’s probably why you (and many others) never heard it before.
I’d never heard this song before, Hugh. It is very 80s! Ha ha. I enjoyed the listen. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome, Diana, Glad you enjoyed it.
Another 80s’ song that may have passed by my attention back then. It has that typical 80s sound which I love. Reminds me of Bonnie Tyler and others. A great era. Thanks a lot for sharing and the mention 😘
You’re welcome. This song was very popular and was a huge hit on the LGBT scene back in the 80s, Erika. I wouldn’t be surprised if E.G. Daily got some gigs in nightclubs to perform this song.
Thanks a lot for the information. Cheers to the 80s!
I can give you the full set: I’ve never heard of the song, the film or E.G. Daily before. I’m sorry, but it didn’t do much for me – a fairly typical piece of mid-80s synth pop. Pleasant enough, but not a stand out.
I guess songs are like books and movies, in that what one person may like, another won’t. It would be a very boring world if we all liked the same stuff, Clive. Thanks for letting me know that the videos worked.
It would indeed be boring – I’ve said the same to people who’ve commented on music I’ve shared in some of my posts! But I’m grateful to you for expanding my musical knowledge, something I’m always keen to do. I tried both videos and they both worked without any problems.
Hi Hugh, on my Android phone, both videos were unavailable but both play with no problem on my PC. No idea why! So, if others have issues, it might be their mobile that’s the issue.
Thanks for telling me about that, Sean. I’ve just tried both videos on my iPhone. Pleased to say they both played.
I haven’t heard this one, Hugh…or actually E.G. Daily either.
She’s not very well known, Cathy. Despite having lots of credits for movies and TV shows, most have been as a voice-over actor. When I looked her up, I was shocked by the amount of work she has done. I always thought she was just a singer/songwriter.
Wow, well it just shows!
Yes I was able to open this one. Thanks! Great song and I’ve never heard it before. Wow the music videos have changed a lot! 😂
Great, glad the new video worked for you, Debbie. It’s a shame you can’t view the second video as it features scenes from the movie ‘Theif of Hearts’, and the song compliments the movie so well. Thanks for letting me know.
Er no… I haven’t heard this one before!!!
I don’t think many people will have heard it before. That’s why it’s known as one of those ‘the one that got away’ songs. I only wish it had done better, especially as it was a theme song for a movie.
Some great songs out there. They can’t all become top sellers… Its like our books…
Very true. It always makes me wonder why some books, movies, songs succeed, and others don’t.
True…
Love this idea!! But the video says it’s not available. Just wanted to let you know. 😊
Thanks for letting me know, Debbie. I’ve uploaded another video to the post and hope it works for you.