In the second part of my Northern Soul classics collection, I’m featuring the American band Spiral Starecase and their US hit, “More Today Than Yesterday.”
Hailing from Sacramento, California, the band was renowned for its use of horns and the voice of lead singer/guitarist/songwriter Pat Upton. Originally called the Fydallions, the band's lasting legacy is their single hit song, which continues to be played on the radio globally.
Released in 1969, “More Today Than Yesterday” was a bright, horn-driven song that reached the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at No. 12. It was also released as a single in the UK, but never reached the charts. However, it became popular in northern clubs.
After releasing a few more singles for Columbia Records, Spiral Starecase disbanded because of financial disputes and a lawsuit, approximately 18 months after "More Today Than Yesterday," which remained their most successful track.
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