Randy Cone - Angel 80s (45)


Randy Cone is lesser known but very good singer and songwriter. His real name is Acey 'McCone. He has written many songs. One of them was entitled "Honey I don't mind" which was released by John Byrd on 20th Century Records in 1974. In 1975 he wrote a song for the singer Buddy Causey. Causey released a single on Capitol Records. This 45 includes the great song "There's A Way". The other song "I'll Lean On You" was written by Randy Cone. 



In 1976, John Edwards recorded again the song "Honey I don't mind" which was previously recorded by John Byrd. The song was included on his album "Life, Love And Living". John Edwards then joined The Spinners. In 1976 Randy Cone wrote one more song for the Canadian singer Norris Vines and his band The Luvlines. Norris Vines released a single "Give In / Feel The Warm" on Smile Records which is sought after between the collectors. Acey McCone wrote the song "Give In".


In the 80s he released a single under the name Randy Cone on Harbor Records. Two songs were included in this single named "Nobody (Makes me feel like you do)" and "Angel". Both songs were written by himself. Produced by Thaddeus E.Williams.

Today he continues to write music. You can see more info about him here.

Note: The above posted single is not played in full

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