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One-Hit Wonder: Steam

Introduction Steam was a classic rock and pop band known for their only hit "Na Na Hey Hey Kiss Him Goodbye" during the late 60s...

One-hit Wonders: Carl Douglas

Introduction Carl Douglas is an R&B and pop singer-songwriter, recording artist and "one hit wonder" from Jamaica known for his novelty hit "Kung Fu Fighting."...

One-Hit Wonders: The Tornados

Introduction The Tornados are an English instrumental/classic rock and roll group formed during the 60s music era. Although they are regarded as a one hit...

One-hit Wonders: Napoleon XIV

Introduction American singer-songwriter Jerry Samuels turned himself into a one hit wonder as Napoleon XIV, who made a big hit with a novelty single "They're...

The Surfaris and Their Only Hit “Wipe Out”

Introduction The Surfaris were an American surf rock group originating from Glendora, California. They are best known for their Top 10 pop single and now-classic...

One-hit wonders: Lorne Greene

Introduction Lorne Greene was a Canadian actor, broadcaster and recording artist principally known for his role as Benjamin "Pa" Cartwright on the hit American western...

One-hit Wonders: Wild Cherry

Introduction Wild Cherry was a funk rock group hailing from Ohio. They are known for their single "Play that Funky Music," a number one hit...

The Short Life and Career of Minnie Riperton

Introduction Minnie Riperton is most known for her 70s music era-hit "Lovin' You" which features her very' high "whistle register" vocals. Not only has it...

One-hit Wonder: The New Vaudeville Band

Introduction The New Vaudeville Band was a novelty group from England formed by songwriter Geoff Stephens. Their bright and cheerful old-time-tune single "Winchester Cathedral" became...

One-hit Wonders: Barry McGuire

Introduction Barry McGuire is a rock and contemporary Christian singer-songwriter and musician known for his only #1 hit, the protest song "Eve of Destruction," which...

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