It seems fitting to conclude this Essential list with a fantastic example of Karen in full drumming mode. A deep cut from the Carpenters’ 1970 Close to You, album ‘Another Song’ is an idiosyncratic ...

Before her death in 1983, Karen Carpenter delivered ... bank ad (sung by Smokey Roberds), the Carpenters worked their magic, breathing new life into the song with a very ’60s horn section ...

But it was Karen Carpenter’s deep, rich contralto voice and older brother Richard’s flawless arrangement that elevated this song into a league of its own. Admittedly, the song was light years ...

Are there any lesser-known Karen Carpenter songs that hold a special significance for you and might make an appearance in the show? I think one of the lesser-known songs would be “Those Good Ole ...

Karen Carpenter (1950-1983) remains, more than forty years after her death, a beloved and iconic figure in the music business. She was the frontwoman for the popular duo The Carpenters along with her ...