General Gregory N. Pigott: Late Night Music Part 67........."Chips Off The Old Block"

You see it in sports and in music. When someone has a famous parent, they are almost unfairly compared to them for their entire career, and sometimes that person isn't as good as they should be or could be just due to the scrutiny placed upon them, some at an early age. However, in the world of music, there have been the second generation stars that have broken through, even if it was just for 15 minutes of fame to carry on their parents legacy, or sometimes start their own legend of music history. For the record, this list was very difficult, and I do apologize if I left anyone out.

In order to be considered for this category, the artist had to be the SON OR DAUGHTER of a previously famous ARTIST. This would disqualify Rockwell- while his father is Barry Gordy, his father isn't a famous artist, but rather a record executive. In a "Late Night Music" rarity, all artists who received votes in this category are featured on tonight's list.

"6th Avenue Heartache"- The Wallflowers. In 1996, Jakob Dylan, son of rock legend Bob Dylan became a household name with his band's album "Bringing Down the Horse". The lead single (and the first song Jakob ever wrote) "6th Avenue Heartache" became a Top 10 hit, but was overshadowed by their smash hit "One Headlight". I always favored this one more, and MAN that guy sounds like his daddy. Interesting facts about this song. Michael Campbell from Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers is playing the slide guitar and Adam Duritz from the Counting Crows is singing backing vocals. When I watch this video I can't help but tell how much Jakob was influenced by his father, but still keeping his own style. The Wallflowers are one of the best bands of the 90's.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXDiGtgPL6E

"She's So High"- Tal Bachman. Most people didn't put 2 and 2 together when Tal Bachman came out with his debut album and this lead single from it in 1999. Most people had no idea he was the son of Randy Bachman, co-founder of Canadian rock band Bachman-Turner Overdrive which became classic rock staples in the 1970's. Unlike Jakob Dylan and the Wallflowers, Tal Bachman departed from his dad's sound and rode this song to a "high" (no pun intended) #1 listing on the charts. I'm taking away bonus points for the poor cinematography in the video with the girl flying with the balloons- come on guys- try to fool someone! Oh wait, I'm gonna add bonus points for the fairy outfit on that brunette in the video- man she's hot!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ElORM9O-0U

"Too Late For Goodbyes"- Julian Lennon. I've always felt bad for Julian Lennon. Not only did he have to follow the footsteps of his larger than life famous dad after his death in 1980, it was public knowledge that his father favored his son Sean (his only child with Yoko Ono) over him. So when his debut album "Valotte" went platinum in 1984 and landed him Grammy nominations in 1985, you had to be impressed. Seriously, what a tough act to follow! Julian never found the big success again, but stays active in music including his great song from the 1996 "Mr. Holland's Opus" soundtrack "Cole's Song". I've always liked how Paul McCartney has defended Julian Lennon despite his negative perception in the press. One of the most little known facts ever is that "Jude" in the Beatles song "Hey Jude" is actually Julian Lennon. The song was originally called "Hey Jules" because Paul wanted to write a song for Julian to comfort him after the divorce of his parents in 1968. Julian also has said that he always remembered Paul being around more than John. With all that being said, I think the shirt Julian Lennon is wearing in this video is ridiculous- could he not find anything else?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XmJ0AkzvdN8

"Miss You Like Crazy"- Natalie Cole. Natalie Cole has a wonderful voice, and is the daughter of one of the most amazing voices in the history of American music, Nat King Cole, not to mention his pioneer status of Black entertainers in America. Another tough act to follow. In 1987, she hit #1 on the Adult Contemporary Charts with this song from her "Glad To Be Back" album. By this time, she was already a multiple Grammy nominee with a win in 1976 in the R & B category. Unlike many clean crackheads that have become before her, she seems to be a better artist post-crackhead rehab. Her new jazz sound is seriously unique!

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

"Save Tonight"- Eagle-Eye Cherry. This one was interesting. First of all, Eagle-Eye Cherry wasn't included on Part 66 just due to the fact that while his mother is Swedish, his father is definitely African American Jazz Trumpeteer Don Cherry. Second, while this song is good, you never heard anything else from Eagle-Eye (yes that is his real name!). I kinda hate it because this video is actually quite entertaining- kinda reminds me of watching a Weird Al Yankovic video. Let me go on record by saying that Eagle-Eye Cherry is officially the ugliest artist ever featured on "Late Night Music".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nntd2fgMUYw

"Baby Don't Cry"- Lalah Hathaway. Every time I hear Lalah Hathaway's music I wish more and more we could have seen do something with her father Donny Hathaway (still, in my opinion, the most underrated soul singer ever). While she has a more jazz sound than her dad had, she still has an incredible voice. Tell me though, why in the world are the dancers dancing like that? I've never seen guys dance like that on a song that's supposed to be a slow jam. Then I see Lalah dance, and I see that while she may have inherited her dad's singing and songwriting talent, she didn't get a dancing gene.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=st64_kQVMlk

"In My Songs"- Gerald Levert. Gerald Levert was overshadowed by Luther Vandross for most of his career, but until his untimely death in 2006, he remained one of the most soulful singers in the R & B genre following in the footsteps of his father of O'Jay's fame, Eddie. This has always been my favorite Gerald Levert song even though it was released posthumously in 2007. The women in this video look so sad! What a video!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUavQ4VvHl0

"The Climb"- Miley Cyrus. Yeah, I went there. Hey, at least she doesn't have a mullet like her dad. Also, there is an outside chance that she'll be a cute 18 year old right? Ask me again on November 23 (her 18th birthday). I'd like to have seen a different artist do this song.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NG2zyeVRcbs

"True To Myself"- Ziggy Marley. Ziggy Marley has a pretty successful reggae career despite being in constant comparison to his father, reggae icon Bob Marley. After several years with his band The Melody Makers, Ziggy released his first solo album in 2003 entitled "Dragonfly" which featured contributions from members of the Red Hot Chili Peppers. His song that made the biggest splash was the lead single "True To Myself". Bonus points for being able to keep his father's style alive with a great sound. Ziggy is pretty out there with some of his views, but man the guy is talented!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikzQmC3S-mE

"Escape"- Enrique Iglesias. Bonus points to me for not including "Hero" for a third time (which would set a record for any artist on "Late Night Music"), but using a different song by the son of the most famous spanish language singer in the history of music. Despite the high bar set by his old man, Enrique scored a huge worldwide hit with his second English language 2001 album "Escape" with this lead single of the same name. Besides being super cool, there are bonus points off the charts for this video featuring Anna Kournikova. If he wants to keep her waiting, I'll be glad to be on time for her!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mQJaXwGPlg

"Bang Bang"- Nancy Sinatra. Most people forget about Frank Sinatra's daughter having 2 Top 10 hits in her career. Since one really sucks and won't be mentioned here (ok, it's "These Boots Were Made For Walking"- MAN I HATE THAT SONG!). The other was 1967's "Bang Bang" which was actually a cover of one of Cher's early hits. It came back to prominence in in 2003 appearing on the soundtrack and in the opening credits to Quentin Tarantino's "Kill Bill Vol. 1".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T5Xl0Qry-hA

"Two Sisters"- Fiction Plane. Fiction Plane is actually a pretty big band in England, mainly due to the fact that lead singer Joe Sumner's father is the famous former frontman of the Police, Sting. This song is so hilarious- just listen to it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5c1QpHb_yU4

BONUS VIDEOS-

"Already Missing You"- Eddie and Gerald Levert. From their joint 1995 album "Father and Son".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9xDNmPn9SA

"Unforgettable"- Natalie Cole and Nat King Cole.This song won the 1992 Grammy for Record of the Year and was featured on Natalie's album of her cover versions of her father's hits "Unforgettable.......with Love", which also took home the Grammy for Album of the Year. Great performance here.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nitiMG81DRc