Unca Marvy's Site
Marv Goldberg's R&B Notebook contains a huge collection of detailed articles
about 1950's era R&B vocal groups, researched and written by Marv himself.
Vocal Group Harmony Site
Tony Fournier has assembled a wealth of information, especially on 1940's and
early 1950's vocal groups. Check out the "Record of the Week" section
and the archived group harmony radio shows.
Philadelphia Group Harmony Association (PGHA).
Great organization! Keeps
fifties-style group harmony alive in the Philadelphia area! Monthly
newsletter and several stage shows a year. No website yet, but for info
or membership email Mr. Lee at this
PGHA Link.
NE Doo Wop Society
To subscribe to Echoes of the Past magazine or get info on the New England Doo
Wop Society. Echoes of the Past is currently the only magazine dedicated
exclusively to 1950's R&B and doo wop vocal groups. Charlie Horner is a
staff writer.
Clifton Music
The record and CD store, started by Ronnie I, that was the center of our lives
for so many years, continues under the supervision of Sandi I. Check
them out for your music CD and DVD needs.
Black Gospel Blogs
Bob Marovich’s (Gospel Memories) definitive blog for black Gospel, Jubilee and
Spiritual groups.
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The Black Swan Society
Visit Mark del Costello’s redesigned site for great new photos of the 2008
Black Swan Burlington Concert and details on how to order DVD's of that
concert!
The
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
and Museum has a lot to offer group harmony enthusiasts. We anticipate
working with them in the near future to do much more to archive and preserve
the history of vocal groups.
A
Touch of Classic Soul Marc Taylor's great monthly 28-page
newspaper-style magazine features detailed biographies and discographies of
classic soul artists. Everyone from the Channels and Chantels to the
Manhattans and Blue Magic. Some single artists but plenty of vocal
groups. Highly recommended. Click this link to email Marc Taylor
for subscription details.
GROUPS
& ARTISTS
Earl
Lewis and the Channels have a great MySpace page with samples of their
music and their current concert schedule. Earl Lewis a legend in our
music and a great guy. And he and the Channels sound as great as ever.
Check out his page. Also, visit our
Recent Articles by Us Section
to read about the Channels' records with Richard Barrett.
The Chantels.
One of the greatest female vocal groups in R&B history. You can read
about their history in the
Recent Articles by Us Section. But be sure to check out
the Chantels own webpage for a lot
more, including their current schedule.
Jimmy Castor
From Doo Wop to Hip Hop, from Jimmy Castor & the Juniors to the Jimmy Castor
Bunch and beyond, our friend Jimmy Castor has done it all. Definitely
one of the most talented men in show business! Jimmy's a writer,
producer, singer, instrumentalist and just an overall great performer.
Jimmy's early career with the Juniors and Teenchords is covered in the
Recent Articles by Us Section. But check out Jimmy's own site to read
his complete bio. Group harmony fans will want to purchase his new CD
single "Give Me Your Love," a great harmony ballad with high tenor lead.
You can hear a sample on
JimmyCastor.com
Jimmy Merchant &
Teenagers An original member of Frankie Lymon & the Teenagers,
Jimmy Merchant is still singing and sounding great. Jimmy is also a
very talented artist. We ought to know. We purchased one of his
prints for Classic Urban Harmony's archive wall. To check out Jimmy's
schedule or view his art, visit his site.
Clyde Wright &
the Golden Gate Quartet Great link about Clyde Wright and the
Golden Gate Quartet. History of both Clyde Wright and the Golden Gate
Quartet. Contains the Gates' current schedule and links to purchase
their CD's and Clyde's biography. Many other great links. The
site is in English and French.
Terry
Johnson's Flamingos What a fabulous singer and what a fabulous
group. Terry Johnson is one of the true legends of our music. Check
out his website for the group's schedule and don't miss this group when they
sing in your area.
Morris Wade and
the Columbus Pharaohs You saw him on the 2008 Burlington
Concert, now visit his website. Morris gives a history of his career with
the Columbus Pharaohs, the Four Pharaohs, the Egyptian Kings and beyond.
Lots of great photos and Morris' current schedule.
Manhattan
Transfer One of the most innovative harmony groups of our time.
Check out their website.
Mills Brothers
John Mills and Elmer Hopper continue the Mills Brothers legacy. Click this
link for their current schedule, booking info and a photo tour of the group's
80-year history.
Ink Spots
Archive Jack Hanna's and Bill Proctor's phenomenal archive of
information on the original Ink Spots.
Ink Spots' Family
Tree Greg Centamore's compilation photos and personnel for
the many Ink Spots groups that evolved from the original over the years.
The Ink Spots – Carrying on the Inks
Spots tradition, this group contains four guys with a wealth of credentials;
Sonny Hatchett (formerly of Sonny & the Dukes), Herman Denby (formerly of the
Swallows), Harold Winley (formerly of the Clovers) and Morris Dow (worked with
Jimmy McGriff, Herb Kenny and Nancy Wison).
Deep River Quartet For
more than thirty years, one of Europe's premier spiritual and jazz vocal
quartets. Check out their website for their CD's and schedule.
The Silhouettes
Remember the song "Get A Job"? Of course you do! This site is
dedicated to the Philadelphia group that brought us that record and so many more
great songs.
Little Isidore &
the Inquisitors One of the most entertaining fifties-style vocal
groups around today! We love these guys! Check out Little Isidore's
MySpace Page.
Cornerstone
The site for Golden Voice Harry Schmitt and Cornerstone. We've known these
fellows for more than 25 years and they keep getting better and better! To
check out their schedule or see YouTube videos of the group, click on this link.
CAROLINA BEACH
MUSIC LINKS!
Willie C's Beach Music Cafe & Carolina Beach Music
Great 50's & 60's R&B dance music lives on in the Carolinas. Willie C's
"Beach Music Cafe" is the first site to check for the latest on
the Carolina Beach Music scene.
Beach Music and Shag Preservation
Society of S.C. Non-profit organization that produces the
Charleston Beach Music & Shag Festivals plus other events.
The Tams
Great website for a great group! "What Kind Of Fool," "Untie Me," "Be
Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy," "I've Been Hurt." Charles Pope's Tams
are a must see when you're in Beach Music country.
Maurice Williams
& the Zodiacs "Stay," "Little Darling," "May I." Need
we say more? Maurice has been entertaining for fifty years and still
sounds great.
Billy Scott
& Party Prophet Band Billy Scott's a born entertainer
and a great guy. Remember "I Got The Fever" by Billy Scott & the
Prophets? Check out Billy and his band.
Wallstreet
One of the hottest new groups on the Carolina Beach Music scene and they're
from New Jersey. Check out their MySpace page to hear samples of their
music.
Angel Rissoff
Great voice and fine entertainer, Angel's from the Bronx but his music's
found a strong following among Beach Music fans. Formerly sang as
Little Leapold with Little Isidore & the Inquisitors. Click on
Angel's name to see his website.
Fabulous
Shades Very fine Beach Music band with a large following.
Based out of Greenville, SC, they've been entertaining for 20 years.
They have a great new CD out. See their website for details.
General Johnson & the Chairmen of the Board One of our
all-time favorite acts! General Johnson is a music genius and the
Chairmen are legends in the Carolina Beach Music field.
