What is the story behind the song Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress?
Cook recalled to The Tennessean that the trio returned to their office after having "had a skinful" and decided it would be fun to write a song about "Prohibition and all the bad people surrounding it." So they came up with a story about "the FBI raiding and this (woman) singing at the bar.
Did CCR sue The Hollies?
Zaentz and his associates then withdrew their assets - along with the savings of the four CCR band members - and the bank was dissolved. A series of lawsuits began in 1978 and eventually ended in 1983 with a California court awarding $8.6 million to the band members.
Who sang for The Hollies?
The Hollies
What's the tempo of Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress?
Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress) - 1999 Remaster is a very happy song by The Hollies with a tempo of 139 BPM. It can also be used half-time at 70 BPM or double-time at 278 BPM. The track runs 3 minutes and 19 seconds long with a A key and a major mode.
Who covered Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress?
In popular culture and cover versions Phantom, Rocker & Slick released their version on their 1986 album Cover Girl. "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" was the first song played by the band Phish. They also played the song at their 15th and 20th anniversary concerts.
Who sang the original Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress?
"Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress"
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The Hollies singles chronology
"The Baby" (1972) "Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress" (1972) "Magic Woman Touch" (1972)