The Skyliners - Pennies From Heaven It Happened Today

Review by Fernando Gomes

Alright, let’s dive into Pennies From Heaven / It Happened Today by The Skyliners. This little gem is one of those records that sneaks up on you when you least expect it. You know how sometimes an album just hits different? Like, you’re not even lookin’ for something special, but boom—it grabs you by the soul. That’s what this one did to me. First off, the genres here are rock and funk/soul, with a heavy dose of doo-wop vibes. If you’re into smooth harmonies and that old-school charm where voices blend like melted butter, you’ll get why The Skyliners were such legends back in the day. They’ve got this timeless thing goin’ on, y’know? And these two tracks—man, they’re short but pack a punch. Let’s talk about “Pennies From Heaven” first. Oh wow, this track feels like stepping into a black-and-white movie where everyone's dancin’ under soft spotlight beams. The melody floats around your head like a lazy summer breeze. There’s something kinda magical about how they layer those vocals—it’s so easy to picture couples swayin’ close at some dim-lit sock hop decades ago. I couldn’t help but hum along after hearing it once. It sticks to ya, like gum on a hot sidewalk. Pure nostalgia fuel. Then there’s “It Happened Today.” This one flips the mood slightly. It’s more upbeat, with a sparkly sense of urgency, like someone tryna tell you good news before the clock runs out. The rhythm has this bouncy groove that makes you wanna tap your feet or snap your fingers without even realizing it. What gets me every time is the energy—the way the group sings together like they’re sharing a secret only music can hold. You can almost feel their excitement spill through the speakers. It’s infectious, man. Like catching laughter from across the room. I gotta say, listening to this record felt like finding a dusty treasure chest in the attic. These songs might come from another era, but they still breathe life today. Maybe it’s because we all crave connection, and that’s exactly what The Skyliners deliver here. Their voices aren’t perfect—they crackle and waver in places—but that’s what makes ‘em real. Human. Raw. Anyway, as I sat there spinning this LP (yeah, I went full vintage mode), I started thinkin’… isn’t it wild how sounds can carry emotions across time? One minute you’re chillin’ in 2023, next thing you know, you're vibin’ with folks who lived half a century ago. Music really is a time machine, huh? But here’s the kicker—I bet none of the band members thought someone would be geeking out over their tunes sixty-some years later. Life’s funny like that. So yeah, if you’re huntin’ for a slice of history served with heart, grab this album. Just don’t blame me if you end up grinnin’ like a goof while listenin’.

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Artist: The Skyliners
Album: Pennies From Heaven It Happened Today

Doo Wop

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Pennies From Heaven	2:06
It Happened Today	1:45

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Skyliners - Pennies From Heaven - Fantastic Uptempo Doo Wop

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Catalog Numbers

COL 4057

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Collectables

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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
Reissue

About The Skyliners

American doo-wop group from Pittsburgh fronted by Jimmy Beaumont.

Name Vars

Die Skyliners
James Beaumont And The Skyliners
Skyliner
Skyliners
Starliters
The Skyliers
The Skyliner
The Skylinners

Members

Jimmy Beaumont
Janet Vogel
Walter Lester
Joseph Verscharen
John Taylor
Frankie Czuri
Donna Groom
Jimmie Ross
Bobby Sholes
Mark Groom

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The Skyliners' album *Pennies From Heaven / It Happened Today* blends rock, funk, soul, and doo-wop in a way that feels timeless. It’s wild how they mix genres so smoothly. The tracks "Pennies From Heaven" and "It Happened Today" show off their versatility. Plus, it’s a US-made gem released under the Collectables label. Not bad for an album with just two songs, huh?

Comments

kadejrabe4

2025-03-15

The Skyliners make every song they sing sound better than any other version! It becomes The Only Version!

andymcfadden229

2025-03-14

Great version

themediaguru

2025-03-13

Great sound period.

scmhero

2025-03-13

This was a hit as I was wrapping up my senior year in high school ('60). Listening to KRLA, hitting the beach, hanging out with close friends, it was truly one of the best times I would ever have. I heard this song a lot and it just shines the light on that springtime. Thanks!

luciana150

2025-03-13

As great as The Skyliners were, this tune is their best ever to my ears. It couldn't be any tighter than this. Not exactly R&R, but it's definitely foot tapping and jitterbuggin' music at its finest.

thejakemajor

2025-03-12

Every time I see the Skyliners perform, they start the show with this. A class act all the way!

lucasyokowo

2025-03-11

Found this record in an oldies shop back in 1982 or so, then played it over and over until I lost my voice! True story! :)

javdroid

2025-03-10

I WOULD LIKE TO HEAR THE MANHATTAN TRANSFER DO THIS SONG WITH TIM HAUSER

kmellinger13

2025-03-09

Listen to that Jazzy start!! This is the kind of song you can prance to, under the Pelham Parwkay El, wearing a Zoot Suit and spats -- swinging the long watch chain to the beat of this cool cool song, while you take long long R. Crumb-type "Keep-On-Truckin" strides!! One of my faves. I like singing Karaoke to this.