Four Oct. 6 birthdays, probably all deserving more than a quick hit. But here goes.

Millie Small, my first
Taste of pre-reggae “bluebeat””
“My Boy Lollipop”

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7Z1crMbNWk&feature=related

Matthew Sweet, a fave,
Hot power pop, guitar rock
Hangs with Bangles, too

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU0idtUgMBI&feature=related

David Hidalgo
A mainstay of Los Lobos
May the wolf survive!

Tommy Stinson, bass
In Replacements, G ‘n’ R,
Soul Asylum, too

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJcCzWcgPsY