Look back to 1966 on WMEX Boston

Jeff Lawrence Top 1510 Countdown

Thursday, February 12, 2026 - 1 hour 52 minutes

Turn the dial back to February 1966 as this week’s WMEX countdown captures the excitement of a changing pop music landscape. Hear the biggest hits climbing the charts, including Lou Christie’s soaring “Lightning Strikes,” the British Invasion energy of Herman’s Hermits and The Beatles, Motown favorites from The Supremes and The Marvelettes, plus the unmistakable sound of Nancy Sinatra’s “These Boots Are Made for Walkin’.” From garage rock and sunshine pop to soulful ballads and radio-ready classics, this episode recreates the fast-moving WMEX survey exactly as listeners heard it during one of the most vibrant eras in Top 40 radio. Relive the countdown, the memories, and the magic of Boston’s legendary WMEX Boston. 📻🎶

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