60 years ago today (5/18/60), In Nashville, The Everly Brothers record “Cathy’s Clown,” which is released as the first single under their new 10-year deal with Warner Bros. Records. The lyrics describe a man who has been wronged and publicly humiliated by his lover: “Here he comes / That’s Cathy’s clown”. The song itself features flawless melodies and harmonies which later were incorporated into most of pop music’s vernacular. Check out Phil and Don performing it in 1960…
