Introduction to Les Crane Les Crane (1933-2008) was an American radio disc jockey, television personality, and a one-time recording artist, being responsible for his spoken record hit “Desiderata” in the early 70s music era. He was born Lesley Stein in New York (some sources say he was born in California). Stein started … Read more
Introduction to Cherry Ladd Cheryl Ladd is an American actress and singer who became famous in 1970s for her role as Kris Munroe on the Charlie’s Angels TV series since its second season, to replace Farrah Fawcett in her departure from the show. Ladd initially began in show business as a singer, … Read more
Introduction to Charles Randolph Grean Charles Randolph Grean (born in 1913 – died in 2003) was an American composer and producer who had a single hit along with his group The Charles Randolph Grean Sounde, “Quentin’s Theme” in 1969 (which reached the Top 10 pop). Musically gifted, Grean’s first musical gig came … Read more
Introduction to Bobby Bare Bobby Bare (born Robert Joseph Bare) was born on April 7, 1935 in Ironton, Ohio. The son of a farmer whose mother died when he was 5 grew up wanting to be in the music business. He began songwriting and working in radio in his teens before moving … Read more
Introduction to Bo Diddley Armed with his signature rectangular guitar, Bo Diddley (born Ellas Otha Bates in 1928 – died in 2008) was an American R&B, blues and rock and roll singer, songwriter, guitarist and musician, known for his seminal work in transitioning blues to rock and roll. Proficient in playing the … Read more
Introduction to Bobby Gregg and his Friends Bobby Gregg (born Robert J. Gregg in 1936 – died in 2014) was an American drummer and a sometime record producer. As a soloist and a lead member of his own band Bobby Gregg and His Friends, he scored three Hot 100 singles: “Potato Peeler,” … Read more
Introduction to Yes Yes is one of the most successful and influential progressive rock/classic rock bands to have ever emerged especially during the 1970s. Their sound is described as lush and complex, with songs which are often lengthy and involved with artful and symphonic emphasis in them. They have been also known … Read more
Introduction to Bent Fabric and His Piano Bent Fabric (born Bent Fabricius-Bjerre in 1924 in Denmark) is a Danish pianist and composer who has been fondly remembered for his international hit “Alley Cat” during the 60s music era. He formed his own band after the Second World War, in his native Denmark. … Read more
Introduction to Betty Harris Betty Harris is an American soul singer who has been esteemed particularly by fans of Deep Soul. She was born in Orlando, Florida in 1939 but grew up in Alabama. She sang gospel at a local church choir, but she also favored secular music. Harris started her professional … Read more
Introduction to The Intrigues The Intrigues were a Philadelphia trio (formed in 1968) whose own slick brand of soul brought them to a considerable hit in “In a Moment” during the late 60s music era. That very hit was produced by Bobby Martin and Thom Bell. They also scored two other minor … Read more
Introduction Bob Luman was an American country and rockabilly singer and guitarist who was primarily known for his “Let’s Think About Living” track from the 60s music era. His professional foray into show business includes playing with his backup band the Shadows (not to be confused with the British combo The Shadows) … Read more
Introduction to Lee Andrews (and the Hearts) Lee Andrews was born Arthur Lee Andrew Thompson in Goldsboro, NC, the son of Beechie Thompson of the Dixie Hummingbirds gospel group. Lee’s family moved to Philadelphia, PA when he was two. Lee grew up at a time when the Philly Soul and Doo-Wop sound … Read more