Up the Junction (song) and the subsequent 1968 movie version. The film had a soundtrack by Manfred Mann, and a song by them, also called "Up the Junction" Although Squeeze's song is not derived, it includes several parallels to the drama: Chris Difford wrote the lyrics in New Orleans while Squeeze were on tour. Difford passed the lyrics to Glenn Tilbrook who then wrote the music. The song is known for its use of half-rhymes, such as "ready" and "telly" or "kitchen" and "missing". The title is not sung until the final line. Difford has been quoted as saying that he took the lead
Marc Tanner Band is featured on the 4 CD compilation "California Groove II", released in 2010. Marc Tanner Band The Marc Tanner Band was a west coast rock band fronted by Marc Tanner, that released two albums on the Elektra label. They had a small hit with the song "Elena" in 1979. During their time the band released two albums, "No Escape" in 1979 and "Tempation" in 1980. They released two singles in 1979, " Elena" bw "Lady In Blue" and "She's So High" bw "Never Again". They released two more the following year which were, "Hold Your Head Up" bw "Don't Say