On this date in 1967, CLASSICS IV released their single SPOOKY, a track that would go on to become one of their most enduring hits (Oct 4, 1967) The song's journey from instrumental to vocal hit is a fascinating tale of musical evolution and collaboration. "Spooky" began life as an instrumental piece, penned by Atlanta-born saxophone player Mike Shapiro, who recorded under the moniker Mike Sharpe. Shapiro's version reached number 57 on the US charts in January 1967, but it was about to undergo a

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