"Don't You Ever Leave Me" by Hanoi Rocks

The Finnish hard rock band Hanoi Rocks never achieved mainstream success in the US, but were hugely influential in igniting the glam and hairband craze developing in the 80s. Led by the charismatic Michael Monroe, the band released a flurry of albums in the early 80s that have became cult favorites among fans of the genre.

Among their more melodic cuts, "Don't You Ever Leave Me" seemed to have the most potential to make it on radio. The band also did a rousing cover of Creedence Clearwater Revival's hit, "Up Around The Bend" that remains a favorite.

"Call It Pretending" by Creedence Clearwater Revival

Creedence Clearwater Revival (CCR) was a phenomenal band in the 60s and early 70s, racking up hit after hit after hit. They were the #1 Billboard artist of 1969 and rank #221 of all-time. Remarkably, they never had a number one hit, but were king of the #2 position. Among their songs that hit #2 are "Proud Mary", "Bad Moon Rising", "Green River", "Travelin' Band/Who'll Stop The Rain", and "Lookin' Out My Back Door".

"Call It Pretending" was one of CCR's releases prior to their mainstream success. It came out in 1967 and showcases the pop side of this otherwise gritty classic rock band.