A quasi magical stunning rosy hue spread across the horizon, casting a spell of enchantment over the entire landscape. As the sun began its descent, its rays danced across the sky, igniting the clouds in a brilliant display of colors. The rosy hue enveloped everything it touched, transforming the mundane into something extraordinary. With each passing minute, the rosy hue intensified, captivating all who witnessed its beauty. The sky transformed into a mesmerizing canvas, splashed with shades of pink, orange, and gold. It was a sight that seemed otherworldly, as if nature itself had conjured up a spell to create this moment of pure magic.
“Careful, careful, watch what you say
That’s my heart you’re talking to this time.”
But for all intents and purposes, Pilot joined the ranks of the wonderful one-hit wonders in 1974, with their ever-alluring Magic, and that s not a bad trick at all. He is formerly the editor of Goldmine, CMJ and Relix magazines, has written for dozens of other publications and has authored liner notes for more than 80 CDs.
It was a sight that seemed otherworldly, as if nature itself had conjured up a spell to create this moment of pure magic. The rosy hue breathed new life into the landscape, infusing it with a sense of serenity and tranquility. The world seemed to slow down, as if time itself had been captured within the stunning colors of the sky.
Pilot’s ‘Magic’ Trick: Never Believe It’s Not So
It’s one of those songs that you might not hear for years, but then when you do, it’s as if you’d heard it just yesterday. “Magic” has levels of familiarity embedded into its signature melody and its engaging, uplifting vocal. Within a few seconds—if you’re old enough—your mind will place it smack dab in the mid-’70s, when the song scooted up the U.S. Billboard singles chart to #5.
If you’re the sing-along type, you won’t have to tax your brain very hard. Its chorus will come back to you instantly: “Oh-ho-ho, it’s magic, you know, never believe it’s not so,” they sing, and why would you? They’re very convincing.
The couple of verses are simple too: a few lines about loving to sleep in and listen to the “crazy music playing in the morning light” and loving a sunny day. and that’s all there is to it. That. and a very catchy guitar riff. Even if you’re too young to remember when it ruled the radio, it’s pretty difficult to resist.
But who exactly are these good-timing optimists? You draw a blank. Could it be early ELO? You go to YouTube and type “ELO magic” into the search bar. Nope, only “Strange Magic.” Wasn’t them.
Pilot in a 1975 publicity photo
Now your curiosity is piqued. You bring up Google, input “magic” and the search engine returns more than three billion possible solutions. Hmm, we’re gonna need to narrow this down a bit. How about “magic song 1970s”?
Well, what do ya know? It’s the first result. Turns out it was a band called Pilot . And that leads you down another rabbit hole, because unlike, say, ELO, you can’t think of another song by Pilot and have no clue who they were or where they’re from or what became of them. Inquiring rock fan minds want to know.
Turns out they were Scottish, from Edinburgh to be precise. Formed in 1973 by bassist/vocalist David Paton and keyboardist/vocalist Billy Lyall—both of whom had been “substitute members” (whatever that is) of the Bay City Rollers—they were joined by drummer Stuart Tosh, who also sang. Additional non-member personnel, most notably guitarist Ian Bairnson, filled out the sound.
They cut their debut, Alan Parsons-produced album, cleverly titled From the Album of the Same Name, in 1974 (in the U.S. it was just named Pilot, because we’re no fun), and released “Magic,” credited to Paton and Lyall. It rose to #11 in the U.K. but did even better in the States where it reached #5 on July 12, 1975.
And so Pilot was off, ready to conquer the world! Except, they didn’t. A track called “Just a Smile” went absolutely nowhere, anywhere, and although their single “January” actually topped the British chart, and the Australian chart, the Pilot light didn’t spark a second time in the U.S.—“January” flamed out at #78.
There would be other efforts, and a handful of albums that never got off the ground (Pilot error?) but by 1978 the band members had landed in other places. Tosh and Paton joined the Alan Parsons Project (Tosh also worked with 10cc), and Paton appears to still be active today. Lyall died in 1989.
But for all intents and purposes, Pilot joined the ranks of the wonderful one-hit wonders in 1974, with their ever-alluring “Magic,” and that’s not a bad trick at all.
Best Classic Bands Editor Jeff Tamarkin has been a prolific music journalist for more than four decades. He is formerly the editor of Goldmine, CMJ and Relix magazines, has written for dozens of other publications and has authored liner notes for more than 80 CDs. Jeff has also served on the Nominating Committee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and as a consultant to the Grammys. His first book was 'Got a Revolution! The Turbulent Flight of Jefferson Airplane.' He is also the co-author of 'Shell Shocked: My Life with the Turtles, Flo and Eddie, and Frank Zappa, etc.,' with Howard Kaylan.
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Furthermore, “Magic” has been featured in many films, television shows, and commercials, proving its lasting appeal and relevance. In recent years, it has been used in several TV commercials, including the 2018 Christmas advert for Boots, a popular UK retailer.
It was a moment that begged to be savored, a snapshot of beauty that would linger in the memories of those fortunate enough to witness it. As the rosy hue slowly faded, giving way to the night, its spell remained. It left behind a sense of awe and wonder, a reminder of the power and beauty of the natural world. It was a gentle reminder that amidst the chaos and turmoil of everyday life, there is still magic to be found, if only we take the time to look. In the end, the quasi magical stunning rosy hue served as a reminder that beauty can be found in the simplest of moments. It reminded us to pause, to appreciate the wonders that surround us, and to embrace the enchantment that exists in the world..
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