The History of the Crickets

The History of the Crickets

Introduction The Crickets (also known as Buddy Holly and the Crickets) are an American rock ‘n roll band, formed by the late Buddy Holly in his hometown in Lubbock, Texas. At that time, Holly had been making demos with fellow friends/musicians and so decided to form a band. He was already under … Read more

Introduction to The Classics

Introduction to The Classics

Introduction The Classics are an all-white doo-wop vocal group hailing from Brooklyn, New York, and were led by Emil Stucchio on lead vocals. The group was rounded off by Tony Victor, Johnny Gambale, and Jamie Troy, two of the members had previously been in another group called the Del-Rays. The Classics once … Read more

The Story and Music of Jazz Trumpeter Sil Austin

The Story and Music of Jazz Trumpeter Sil Austin

Introduction Sil Austin is the late American saxophonist, born in 1929. Although his top preference would always be jazz, Austin recorded in other different genres such as R&B, pop, blues, jump blues, and even country, funk and disco. A self-taught musician, Austin first spent his professional years by playing for groups of … Read more

Charlie Daniels and The Charlie Daniels Band

Charlie Daniels and The Charlie Daniels Band

Introduction The Charlie Daniels Band is an American country and southern rock band fronted by (who else?) Charlie Daniels (born Charles Edward Daniels in 1936). Daniels is a singer, songwriter, guitarist and fiddler whose inputs deemed inestimable to the country, country rock and southern rock world. Daniels and his band are most … Read more

The History of R&B Legends The Clovers

The History of RB Legends The Clovers

Introduction The Clovers were one of the biggest-selling acts of the 1950s, having scored numerous high-charting R&B singles, and a lone Top 40 hit single “Love Potion #9.” The R&B vocal group composed of Harold Lucas, Billy Shelton and Thomas Woods – all were Armstrong High School students in Washington, D.C. With … Read more

Carl Carlton and His Hit “Everlasting Love”

Carl Carlton and His Hit Everlasting Love

Introduction: Carl Carlton is an American artist who sings R&B, soul and funk. Born in Detroit, Michigan in 1953, he started his career during the 1960s when he was still a kid. In 1968, he signed a contract with Back Beat Records, after which he moved to Texas. His single for Back … Read more

Blue Swede and Their Hit Version of “Hooked on a Feeling”

Blue Swede and Their Hit Version of Hooked on a Feeling

Introduction Blue Swede is a short-lived Swedish classic rock and pop band hailing from Stockholm. They achieved fame via their hit cover of B. J. Thomas song “Hooked on a Feeling” which has become a popular classic oldies favorite. It is probably the most famous version of that tune, thanks to Ally … Read more

Blues Image and Their Only Hit “Ride Captain Ride”

Blues Image and Their Only Hit Ride Captain Ride

Introduction Blues Image is a US classic rock band hailing from Tampa, Florida in the mid-1960s. Founded by Mike Pinera, the band experienced some measure of commercial of success during the 70s music era with the now-oldies music hit “Ride Captain, Ride.” Despite a follow-up minor hit with “Gas, Lamps and Clay,” … Read more

The Story and Music of Chris Kenner

The Story and Music of Chris Kenner

Introduction to Chris Kenner Chris Kenner was an R&B singer and songwriter originating from New Orleans.  He started his recording career under Baton Records, and in 1957 Kenner recorded and released “Sick and Tired” under Imperial.  It didn’t give a hit for him, but it otherwise did for Fats Domino when he … Read more

Introduction to Chuck Jackson

Introduction to Chuck Jackson

Who is Chuck Jackson? Rhythm-and-blues balladeer Chuck Jackson has one of the most beautiful, versatile voices in modern music, with his light baritone delivered in a raspy, gruffy style. Although born in South Carolina in 1937, he was eventually raised in Pennsylvania.  His career started with The Del Vikings, who were one … Read more

Introduction to Rick Derringer

Introduction to Rick Derringer

Introduction: Rick Derringer (born Richard Zehringer in 1947) is an American singer and guitarist, specializing on classic rock and its several branches (including blues and Christian rock). He was a former member of The 1960s group The McCoys, which he was the founder and leader. The band would score a #1 hit … Read more

Introduction to Rickie Lee Jones

Introduction to Rickie Lee Jones

Introduction: Rickie Lee Jones is an American singer-songwriter, musician and producer who covered many genres such as R&B, pop, soul and jazz. Once a mainstream star, she has become a cult favorite as years pass. She is best known for the now-oldies classic song “Chuck E.’s In Love.” Born in Chicago but … Read more