Bruce
2024-09-27 04:18:41 UTC
SEPTEMBER 22, 1956
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The Cash Box Disk of the Week
FATS DOMINO (Imperial 5407; 45-5407)
“BLUEBERRY HILL” (2:14) [Chappell ASCAP—Lewis, Stock, Rose]
“HONEY CHILE” (1:55) [Reeve BMI—Domino, Bartholomew]
The amazing Mr. Domino, with two consecutive double-barreled pop hits
under his belt, dishes up another twin threat that just can’t miss
making the big time. Continuing his successful formula of coupling
something new with something old, Fats offers a great rendition of the
evergreen “Blueberry Hill” on one end, and on the other he drives thru
a tremendous swinger called “Honey Chile.” The latter is featured in the
forthcoming American-International film “Shake, Rattle & Roll”. Two
money winners that’ll have the kids hopping.
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FRANKIE LYMON & TEENAGERS (Gee 1022; 45-1022)
“SHARE” (2:27) [Kahl BMI—Reid, Abrams]
“THE A B C’s OF LOVE” (2:29) [Kahl BMI—Goldner, Barrett]
Frankie Lymon and his Teenagers follow-up their two smashes “Why Do
Fools Fall In Love” and “I Promise To Remember” with a powerful new
coupling that’ll be hitting the charts in the next few weeks. One half
is a terrific rock and roll arrangement of a beautiful ballad tagged
“Share”. Little Frankie belts from the heels and gets top grade support
from the Teenagers. Looks like the group’s first big ballad hit. The
coupling “The A B C’s Of Love” has the crew swinging in the same
delightful manner that sold them on their previous clicks. Strong
pairing that’ll have the boxes hopping.
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VINCE MARTIN (Glory 247; 45-247)
“CINDY, OH CINDY” (2:52) [E. B. Marks BMI — Barron, Long]
Keep a close watch on this record. It’s a sensational sleeper that could
develop into a huge smash. The tune is a beautifully melodic, calypso
flavored, seafaring ballad that’s striking from the very first groove
right thru to the last. Could be a top hit. Vince Martin hands in a
great reading. Bright future in store for the lad.
“ONLY IF YOU PRAISE THE LORD” (2:53) [Bryden BMI—Celia]
On this half the songster chants a tender religious item with a folk
feeling.
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HARRY BELAFONTE (RCA Victor 20-6663; 47-6663)
“JAMAICA FAREWELL” (2:50) [Shari ASCAP—Burgess]
Harry Belafonte, one of the nation’s hottest LP sellers, hands in a
terrific interpretation of a beautiful calypso ballad that could blossom
into a huge single smash. The market is ripe for a big Belafonte single,
and this one may be it. The songster is a master of the calypso beat and
the song presented here is top drawer. Watch this one.
"ONCE WAS” (2:57) [Shari ASCAP—Kennedy, Lorin]
Here the star chants a touching folk song. Heavy but beautiful material.
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RAY CHARLES (Atlantic 1108)
“LONELY AVENUE” (2:38) [Progressive BMI—Doc Pomus]
“LEAVE MY WOMAN ALONE” (2:36) [Tiger BMI—Ray Charles] RAY CHARLES
Ray Charles has another two sided zinger, “Lonely Avenue” and “Leave My
Woman Alone,” that should put the man right back into the top spots in
the charts. We lean to “Lonely Avenue,” an unusual slow staccato beat
item that is a certain attention getter. Charles punctuates each word
and lends it his wailing best. This deck is one that will move up
steadily. The flip, “Leave My Woman Alone,” is a quick beat bouncer that
is a solid sales item. Charles rips right into it and an infectious
rocker, is the result. ‘Stay away from his woman’ is the gist of the
theme, and a couple of clever lines give this song a real lift. It is an
exciting deck that might, in the long run, take the play away from
“Avenue,” however, we like “Lonely Avenue.”
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THE FLAIRS (ABC Paramount 9740)
“ALADDIN’S LAMP” (2:30) [Panther ASCAP— Ram]
The Flairs drift through a mellow love ballad with a pop treatment.
Delightful presentation that falls pleasingly on the ears. Strong
performance of a strong tune.
“STEPPIN’ OUT” (2:00) [Personality BMI—Gunter]
The Flairs change pace on the flip, rocking out a quick beat jump. Deep
voiced lead gives the deck a good sound. Driving ork backing on the also
pop arranged item.
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THE DUPONTS (Winley 212)
“YOU” (2:12) [Ninny BMI—Winley]
The Duponts work their way through a slow beat love ballad. The group
handles the item with pleasing results. Lead is the Frankie Lymon type.
“MUST BE FALLING IN LOVE” (2:12) [Ninny BMI—Gourdine, Winley]
More Teenager-Lymon styling as The Duponts dish up a rocking quick beat.
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MARVIN & JOHNNY (Aladdin 3335)
“MY DEAR MY DARLIN’ ” (2:45) [Aladdin BMI—M. Phillips, G. Cole]
Marvin & Johnny duo on a slow, flowing sentimental ballad with an easy
to listen to melody. Pleasing tuneful wax.
“HEY CHICKEN” (2:10) [Aladdin BMI—Phillips, Cole]
Marvin & Johnny present a swinging up tempo rocker novelty. The boys
dish it up in good style for a solid two sided offering.
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PAUL PERRYMAN (Duke 3004)
"I'M CRYING NO” (2:38) [Lion BMI—Perryman, Robey]
Paul Perryman sings a slow beat southern blues with warmth and emotion.
Perryman begs his “baby” not to go. His wailing is effective and the wax
turns out to be good down home material.
“JUST TO HOLD MY HAND” (2:11) [Lion BMI—Perryman, Robey]
Similar comments on a quick beat ditty.
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EARL (CONNELLY) KING (King 4959)
“I CALL ON YOU” (2:24) [Jay & Cee BMI—Mae Connelly]
Earl (Connelly) King does his usual fine job of wailing on a slow beat
blues. He’s in love and needs her love to carry him through when he’s in
trouble. Solid effort that has every chance to make a big impression.
“THEY TELL ME” (2:23) [Jay & Cee BMI—Mae Connelly]
King swings a middle beat rhythm blues and turns in a fine job.
Infectious love ditty. Good wax. Like both sides for strong action.
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EDDIE TAYLOR (Vee-Jay 206)
“YOU’LL ALWAYS HAVE A HOME” (2:46) [Conrad BMI—E. Taylor]
Eddie Taylor chants a swinging down home blues. Ok fare for the southern
markets. Well done.
“DON’T KNOCK AT MY DOOR” (2:50) [Conrad BMI—E. Taylor]
Middle beat instrumental with a good sound. Also for the southern buyer,
with a strong appeal for any market.
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THE EBONAIRES (Money 220)
“(I Wish You) THE VERY BEST LUCK IN THE WORLD” (2:15) [Hallmark
ASCAP—Livingston, Hoffman]
The Ebonaires blend sincerely on a warm, infectious ballad. Bass lead
handles the melodic entry with charm and the deck comes off with strong
commercial appeal. Watch it.
“HEY BABY STOP” (2:15) [Cash BMI—J. Gray]
The Ebonaires do a quick beat for the" coupler. Easy to listen to, but
not outstanding.
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ARTIE WILKINS (States 240)
“PLEASE COME BACK” (2:40) [Pamlee BMI—Binder]
Artie Wilkins sings a slow, rhythmic blues in which he begs his baby to
come home. Wilkins handles it well and the deck has a pleasing quality.
“DARLING PATRICIA” (2:15) [Frederick BMI—Brown]
Wilkins gives an exciting reading of a swinging quick beat novelty that
stirs up the listener. It is engrossing effort.
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OSCAR BLACK/SUE ALLEN (Groove 4G-0168)
“INTO EACH HEART” ("Some Tears Must Fall) (2:45) [Raleigh BMI—White,
Brown]
Oscar Black wonders why we must have unhappiness. This particular bit of
misfortune is an unhappy love affair. Middle beat rhythm ditty well
chanted. Strong deck.
“IF I CRY TOMORROW” (2:14) [Raleigh BMI—White, Brown]
Another middle beat blues projected with a strong vocal. Good reading
and good tune. Two better than fair sides.
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YOUNG LADS (Neil 100)
"I'M IN LOVE” (2:30) [Flame BMI—Cooper]
Young love rears its head on this deck as the Young Lads rock out a
swingy quick beat bouncer. Lead sounds like another diaper entry. Hard
hitting ork backing.
“MOONLIGHT” (2:33) [Flame BMI—Cooper]
The Lads offer a slow paced blues ballad in tender fashion. Pleasant
listening.
both sides -
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RUDY GREEN (Excello 2090)
“TEENY WEENY BABY” (2:19) [Excellorec BMI—R. Green]
Green does a familiar tune—a quick beat rocking item—with a vigorous
vocal and simple band backing.
“QUEER FEELIN’” (2:44) [Excellorec BMI—R. Green]
Green chants a quick beat bouncer with a driving tempo. Strong deck that
could grab off a piece of action.
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THE CONCORDS (Ember 1007)
“SATISFIED WITH ROCK ’N ROLL” (2:08) [Angel BMI—Kornegay, Washington]
The Concords rock out a quick beat jump with an enthusiastic reading and
driving ork support. It is a hard hitting Lindy wax.
“I’LL ALWAYS SAY PLEASE” (2:34) [Angel BMI—Kornegay, Winds]
The Concords lilt slow on a soft love ballad. It is an r & b reading
that most recent groups have been foregoing—and it sounds almost new
again. Like it.
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THE CRESCENDOS (Atlantic 1109)
“FINDERS KEEPERS” (2:30) [Tiger BMI—Leiber, Stoller]
The Crescendos make their bow on Atlantic with a slow, beautiful ballad,
done in a manner reminiscent of Bill Kenny. The sound of the group is
not like that of the Ink Spots, yet the lead bears a resemblance to
Kenny. Dreamy effort.
“SWEET DREAMS” (2:05) [Tiger BMI—Leiber, Stoller]
The Crescendos get behind a quick beat ditty and give it a novelty
reading that speaks highly of the expert teamwork of the group. Good
arrangement. Like this deck.
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SHIRLEY GUNTER (Modern 1001)
“FORTUNE IN LOVE” (2:20) [Modern BMI—Gunter]
Shirley Gunter and The Flairs rock out a happy rocker extoling the value
of love over the more material things. Enthusiastically presented.
Strong deck.
“I JUST GOT RID OF A HEARTACHE” (2:45) [Antler BMI—Wiener, Crane, Paul]
Miss Gunter backs with a slow paced blues ballad bouncer. It is the
story of an unhappy love. The thrush wails impressively.
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THE CASH BOX R&B SLEEPER OF THE WEEK
VARETTA DILLARD (Groove 4G-0167)
“I MISS YOU JIMMY” (2:35) [Eden BMI—Clyde Otis, Bill Henry]
“IF YOU WANT TO BE MY BABY” (2:14) [Overtone BMI—Wyehe, Watts]
Varetta Dillard had her biggest hit in recent years with her “Johnny Has
Gone,” following the death of Johnny Ace. Her newest is another along
this line, with the current teener vogue, Jimmy Dean, the subject.
Varetta sings a slow ballad, lilting melody, with a haunting quality.
With everything associated with Dean a hit today, this deck should take
off on exposure. The under lid, “If You Want To Be My Baby,” is a middle
beat bouncer rocked by Miss Dillard. It’s a happy, catchy, jump ditty
and Varetta Dillard makes it zingy listening. For the big side it will
be “I Miss You Jimmy."
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THE JAYHAWKS (Flash 111)
“DON’T MIND DYIN’ ” (1:57) [Al Curry, Andrews]
“LOVE TRAIN” (2:21) [The Jayhawks]
The Jayhawks follow their big hit, “Stranded In The Jungle,” with
another novelty item, “Don’t Mind Dyin’,” that is a certain attention
getter in its treatment and lyric. It is handled with the narration song
treatment that was used in “Stranded” and its subject is certainly
different. Instead of entreaties and blandishments, this character tells
his ‘babe’ if she treats him wrong- —“I know you don’t mind dying.”
Friendly cuss, isn’t he ? The flip, “Love Train,” is a slow beat
bouncer with a romantic lyric.
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SOLOMON BURKE (Apollo 500)
“NO MAN WALKS ALONE” (2:23) [Bess BMI—Horton, La Verne, Biggs]
“WALKING IN A DREAM” (2:21) [Bess BMI—Burke, Williams, Biggs]
Solomon Burke, sixteen-year old youngster, who has had several
impressive releases on Apollo, turns in two magnificent performances on
this latest record, “No Man Walks Alone” and “Walking In A Dream.” The
teener with the Hamilton-Hibbler type voice handles the two items with
delicate shadings, warmth and emotionalisms that belie his years.
Included, of course, are several vocal gimmicks that could make him the
teener’s delight. This could be a two sided hit. Watch “Walking In A
Dream” and “No Man Walks Alone.”
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PAUL ANKA (RPM 472)
“BLAU -WILE- DEVEEST-FONTAINE” (2:00) [Modern BMI—Anka, Anka]
Paul Anka rocks out a quick beat novelty with a romantic lyric that is
different. It has an oriental feeling that is intriguing. Happy,
exciting side.
“I CONFESS” (2:07) [Andrews BMI—Baker, Nyla, Christian]
Paul Anka does a fair reading of a mediocre piece of material. Slow beat
ballad.
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THE SPIDERS (Imperial 5405)
“THAT’S THE WAY TO WIN MY HEART” (2:00) [Reeve BMI —Garbo, Matassa]
The Spiders back with a slow beat rhythm shuffle bouncer that comes off
the stronger side. The Spiders read the tune with great effect. Good
lead vocal and a solid supporting crew. Like this deck for strong
action.
“GOODBYE” (1:55) [Commodore BMI—R. Durand]
The Spiders come up with a quick beat jump in which the Spiders say
“goodbye” to a two timing romancer. Ok deck that pleases.
both sides -
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BOBBIE AND RONALD (King 4961)
“YOU’RE MINE OH MINE” (2:17) [Jay & Cee BMI—Eddie Cooley]
Bobbie and Ronald team up for an infectious sound and they bounce out
the middle beat rhythm romancer with a cute feeling. Happy little ditty.
both sides -
“WHEN OH WHEN” (2:30) [Jay & Cee BMI—Eddie Cooley]
Bobbie and Ronald offer a slow, rhythmic bouncer on the flip. The team
comes up with a good sound and a good side. Pleasing wax.
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THE NEONS (Tetra 4444) W
“ANGEL FACE” (2:41) [Tetra Music BMI — Bruce, Vignari, Pearl]
The Neons make their debut with a quick beat ballad blues, that has
already created excitement in the New York, Philly, Newark areas and
other local territories. The group chants the romantic story with a
rocking treatment.
“KISS ME QUICKLY” (2:20) [Tetra Music BMI—Bruce, Vignari, Pearl]
Another romantic novelty quick beat that comes off a light and airy
effort.
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HANK WILLIAMS (MGM 12332; K12332)
“BLUE LOVE (IN MY HEART)” (2:01) [Milene ASCAP—Jenkins]
Country blues at its best can be heard once again as the diskery
releases another one of the seemingly never-ending supply of Hank
Williams’ disks. This one is a middle beat lover’s ballad that the
songster spins masterfully.
“SINGING WATERFALL” (2:09) [Acuff-Rose BMI—Williams]
This side is an emotion-packed offering that Williams performs in
penetrating style. Two more powerful items for the vast Williams’
following.
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The Cash Box Disk of the Week
FATS DOMINO (Imperial 5407; 45-5407)
“BLUEBERRY HILL” (2:14) [Chappell ASCAP—Lewis, Stock, Rose]
“HONEY CHILE” (1:55) [Reeve BMI—Domino, Bartholomew]
The amazing Mr. Domino, with two consecutive double-barreled pop hits
under his belt, dishes up another twin threat that just can’t miss
making the big time. Continuing his successful formula of coupling
something new with something old, Fats offers a great rendition of the
evergreen “Blueberry Hill” on one end, and on the other he drives thru
a tremendous swinger called “Honey Chile.” The latter is featured in the
forthcoming American-International film “Shake, Rattle & Roll”. Two
money winners that’ll have the kids hopping.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
FRANKIE LYMON & TEENAGERS (Gee 1022; 45-1022)
“SHARE” (2:27) [Kahl BMI—Reid, Abrams]
“THE A B C’s OF LOVE” (2:29) [Kahl BMI—Goldner, Barrett]
Frankie Lymon and his Teenagers follow-up their two smashes “Why Do
Fools Fall In Love” and “I Promise To Remember” with a powerful new
coupling that’ll be hitting the charts in the next few weeks. One half
is a terrific rock and roll arrangement of a beautiful ballad tagged
“Share”. Little Frankie belts from the heels and gets top grade support
from the Teenagers. Looks like the group’s first big ballad hit. The
coupling “The A B C’s Of Love” has the crew swinging in the same
delightful manner that sold them on their previous clicks. Strong
pairing that’ll have the boxes hopping.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
VINCE MARTIN (Glory 247; 45-247)
“CINDY, OH CINDY” (2:52) [E. B. Marks BMI — Barron, Long]
Keep a close watch on this record. It’s a sensational sleeper that could
develop into a huge smash. The tune is a beautifully melodic, calypso
flavored, seafaring ballad that’s striking from the very first groove
right thru to the last. Could be a top hit. Vince Martin hands in a
great reading. Bright future in store for the lad.
“ONLY IF YOU PRAISE THE LORD” (2:53) [Bryden BMI—Celia]
On this half the songster chants a tender religious item with a folk
feeling.
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HARRY BELAFONTE (RCA Victor 20-6663; 47-6663)
“JAMAICA FAREWELL” (2:50) [Shari ASCAP—Burgess]
Harry Belafonte, one of the nation’s hottest LP sellers, hands in a
terrific interpretation of a beautiful calypso ballad that could blossom
into a huge single smash. The market is ripe for a big Belafonte single,
and this one may be it. The songster is a master of the calypso beat and
the song presented here is top drawer. Watch this one.
"ONCE WAS” (2:57) [Shari ASCAP—Kennedy, Lorin]
Here the star chants a touching folk song. Heavy but beautiful material.
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RAY CHARLES (Atlantic 1108)
“LONELY AVENUE” (2:38) [Progressive BMI—Doc Pomus]
“LEAVE MY WOMAN ALONE” (2:36) [Tiger BMI—Ray Charles] RAY CHARLES
Ray Charles has another two sided zinger, “Lonely Avenue” and “Leave My
Woman Alone,” that should put the man right back into the top spots in
the charts. We lean to “Lonely Avenue,” an unusual slow staccato beat
item that is a certain attention getter. Charles punctuates each word
and lends it his wailing best. This deck is one that will move up
steadily. The flip, “Leave My Woman Alone,” is a quick beat bouncer that
is a solid sales item. Charles rips right into it and an infectious
rocker, is the result. ‘Stay away from his woman’ is the gist of the
theme, and a couple of clever lines give this song a real lift. It is an
exciting deck that might, in the long run, take the play away from
“Avenue,” however, we like “Lonely Avenue.”
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THE FLAIRS (ABC Paramount 9740)
“ALADDIN’S LAMP” (2:30) [Panther ASCAP— Ram]
The Flairs drift through a mellow love ballad with a pop treatment.
Delightful presentation that falls pleasingly on the ears. Strong
performance of a strong tune.
“STEPPIN’ OUT” (2:00) [Personality BMI—Gunter]
The Flairs change pace on the flip, rocking out a quick beat jump. Deep
voiced lead gives the deck a good sound. Driving ork backing on the also
pop arranged item.
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THE DUPONTS (Winley 212)
“YOU” (2:12) [Ninny BMI—Winley]
The Duponts work their way through a slow beat love ballad. The group
handles the item with pleasing results. Lead is the Frankie Lymon type.
“MUST BE FALLING IN LOVE” (2:12) [Ninny BMI—Gourdine, Winley]
More Teenager-Lymon styling as The Duponts dish up a rocking quick beat.
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MARVIN & JOHNNY (Aladdin 3335)
“MY DEAR MY DARLIN’ ” (2:45) [Aladdin BMI—M. Phillips, G. Cole]
Marvin & Johnny duo on a slow, flowing sentimental ballad with an easy
to listen to melody. Pleasing tuneful wax.
“HEY CHICKEN” (2:10) [Aladdin BMI—Phillips, Cole]
Marvin & Johnny present a swinging up tempo rocker novelty. The boys
dish it up in good style for a solid two sided offering.
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PAUL PERRYMAN (Duke 3004)
"I'M CRYING NO” (2:38) [Lion BMI—Perryman, Robey]
Paul Perryman sings a slow beat southern blues with warmth and emotion.
Perryman begs his “baby” not to go. His wailing is effective and the wax
turns out to be good down home material.
“JUST TO HOLD MY HAND” (2:11) [Lion BMI—Perryman, Robey]
Similar comments on a quick beat ditty.
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EARL (CONNELLY) KING (King 4959)
“I CALL ON YOU” (2:24) [Jay & Cee BMI—Mae Connelly]
Earl (Connelly) King does his usual fine job of wailing on a slow beat
blues. He’s in love and needs her love to carry him through when he’s in
trouble. Solid effort that has every chance to make a big impression.
“THEY TELL ME” (2:23) [Jay & Cee BMI—Mae Connelly]
King swings a middle beat rhythm blues and turns in a fine job.
Infectious love ditty. Good wax. Like both sides for strong action.
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EDDIE TAYLOR (Vee-Jay 206)
“YOU’LL ALWAYS HAVE A HOME” (2:46) [Conrad BMI—E. Taylor]
Eddie Taylor chants a swinging down home blues. Ok fare for the southern
markets. Well done.
“DON’T KNOCK AT MY DOOR” (2:50) [Conrad BMI—E. Taylor]
Middle beat instrumental with a good sound. Also for the southern buyer,
with a strong appeal for any market.
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THE EBONAIRES (Money 220)
“(I Wish You) THE VERY BEST LUCK IN THE WORLD” (2:15) [Hallmark
ASCAP—Livingston, Hoffman]
The Ebonaires blend sincerely on a warm, infectious ballad. Bass lead
handles the melodic entry with charm and the deck comes off with strong
commercial appeal. Watch it.
“HEY BABY STOP” (2:15) [Cash BMI—J. Gray]
The Ebonaires do a quick beat for the" coupler. Easy to listen to, but
not outstanding.
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ARTIE WILKINS (States 240)
“PLEASE COME BACK” (2:40) [Pamlee BMI—Binder]
Artie Wilkins sings a slow, rhythmic blues in which he begs his baby to
come home. Wilkins handles it well and the deck has a pleasing quality.
“DARLING PATRICIA” (2:15) [Frederick BMI—Brown]
Wilkins gives an exciting reading of a swinging quick beat novelty that
stirs up the listener. It is engrossing effort.
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OSCAR BLACK/SUE ALLEN (Groove 4G-0168)
“INTO EACH HEART” ("Some Tears Must Fall) (2:45) [Raleigh BMI—White,
Brown]
Oscar Black wonders why we must have unhappiness. This particular bit of
misfortune is an unhappy love affair. Middle beat rhythm ditty well
chanted. Strong deck.
“IF I CRY TOMORROW” (2:14) [Raleigh BMI—White, Brown]
Another middle beat blues projected with a strong vocal. Good reading
and good tune. Two better than fair sides.
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YOUNG LADS (Neil 100)
"I'M IN LOVE” (2:30) [Flame BMI—Cooper]
Young love rears its head on this deck as the Young Lads rock out a
swingy quick beat bouncer. Lead sounds like another diaper entry. Hard
hitting ork backing.
“MOONLIGHT” (2:33) [Flame BMI—Cooper]
The Lads offer a slow paced blues ballad in tender fashion. Pleasant
listening.
both sides -
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RUDY GREEN (Excello 2090)
“TEENY WEENY BABY” (2:19) [Excellorec BMI—R. Green]
Green does a familiar tune—a quick beat rocking item—with a vigorous
vocal and simple band backing.
“QUEER FEELIN’” (2:44) [Excellorec BMI—R. Green]
Green chants a quick beat bouncer with a driving tempo. Strong deck that
could grab off a piece of action.
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THE CONCORDS (Ember 1007)
“SATISFIED WITH ROCK ’N ROLL” (2:08) [Angel BMI—Kornegay, Washington]
The Concords rock out a quick beat jump with an enthusiastic reading and
driving ork support. It is a hard hitting Lindy wax.
“I’LL ALWAYS SAY PLEASE” (2:34) [Angel BMI—Kornegay, Winds]
The Concords lilt slow on a soft love ballad. It is an r & b reading
that most recent groups have been foregoing—and it sounds almost new
again. Like it.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
THE CRESCENDOS (Atlantic 1109)
“FINDERS KEEPERS” (2:30) [Tiger BMI—Leiber, Stoller]
The Crescendos make their bow on Atlantic with a slow, beautiful ballad,
done in a manner reminiscent of Bill Kenny. The sound of the group is
not like that of the Ink Spots, yet the lead bears a resemblance to
Kenny. Dreamy effort.
“SWEET DREAMS” (2:05) [Tiger BMI—Leiber, Stoller]
The Crescendos get behind a quick beat ditty and give it a novelty
reading that speaks highly of the expert teamwork of the group. Good
arrangement. Like this deck.
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SHIRLEY GUNTER (Modern 1001)
“FORTUNE IN LOVE” (2:20) [Modern BMI—Gunter]
Shirley Gunter and The Flairs rock out a happy rocker extoling the value
of love over the more material things. Enthusiastically presented.
Strong deck.
“I JUST GOT RID OF A HEARTACHE” (2:45) [Antler BMI—Wiener, Crane, Paul]
Miss Gunter backs with a slow paced blues ballad bouncer. It is the
story of an unhappy love. The thrush wails impressively.
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THE CASH BOX R&B SLEEPER OF THE WEEK
VARETTA DILLARD (Groove 4G-0167)
“I MISS YOU JIMMY” (2:35) [Eden BMI—Clyde Otis, Bill Henry]
“IF YOU WANT TO BE MY BABY” (2:14) [Overtone BMI—Wyehe, Watts]
Varetta Dillard had her biggest hit in recent years with her “Johnny Has
Gone,” following the death of Johnny Ace. Her newest is another along
this line, with the current teener vogue, Jimmy Dean, the subject.
Varetta sings a slow ballad, lilting melody, with a haunting quality.
With everything associated with Dean a hit today, this deck should take
off on exposure. The under lid, “If You Want To Be My Baby,” is a middle
beat bouncer rocked by Miss Dillard. It’s a happy, catchy, jump ditty
and Varetta Dillard makes it zingy listening. For the big side it will
be “I Miss You Jimmy."
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THE JAYHAWKS (Flash 111)
“DON’T MIND DYIN’ ” (1:57) [Al Curry, Andrews]
“LOVE TRAIN” (2:21) [The Jayhawks]
The Jayhawks follow their big hit, “Stranded In The Jungle,” with
another novelty item, “Don’t Mind Dyin’,” that is a certain attention
getter in its treatment and lyric. It is handled with the narration song
treatment that was used in “Stranded” and its subject is certainly
different. Instead of entreaties and blandishments, this character tells
his ‘babe’ if she treats him wrong- —“I know you don’t mind dying.”
Friendly cuss, isn’t he ? The flip, “Love Train,” is a slow beat
bouncer with a romantic lyric.
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SOLOMON BURKE (Apollo 500)
“NO MAN WALKS ALONE” (2:23) [Bess BMI—Horton, La Verne, Biggs]
“WALKING IN A DREAM” (2:21) [Bess BMI—Burke, Williams, Biggs]
Solomon Burke, sixteen-year old youngster, who has had several
impressive releases on Apollo, turns in two magnificent performances on
this latest record, “No Man Walks Alone” and “Walking In A Dream.” The
teener with the Hamilton-Hibbler type voice handles the two items with
delicate shadings, warmth and emotionalisms that belie his years.
Included, of course, are several vocal gimmicks that could make him the
teener’s delight. This could be a two sided hit. Watch “Walking In A
Dream” and “No Man Walks Alone.”
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PAUL ANKA (RPM 472)
“BLAU -WILE- DEVEEST-FONTAINE” (2:00) [Modern BMI—Anka, Anka]
Paul Anka rocks out a quick beat novelty with a romantic lyric that is
different. It has an oriental feeling that is intriguing. Happy,
exciting side.
“I CONFESS” (2:07) [Andrews BMI—Baker, Nyla, Christian]
Paul Anka does a fair reading of a mediocre piece of material. Slow beat
ballad.
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THE SPIDERS (Imperial 5405)
“THAT’S THE WAY TO WIN MY HEART” (2:00) [Reeve BMI —Garbo, Matassa]
The Spiders back with a slow beat rhythm shuffle bouncer that comes off
the stronger side. The Spiders read the tune with great effect. Good
lead vocal and a solid supporting crew. Like this deck for strong
action.
“GOODBYE” (1:55) [Commodore BMI—R. Durand]
The Spiders come up with a quick beat jump in which the Spiders say
“goodbye” to a two timing romancer. Ok deck that pleases.
both sides -
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BOBBIE AND RONALD (King 4961)
“YOU’RE MINE OH MINE” (2:17) [Jay & Cee BMI—Eddie Cooley]
Bobbie and Ronald team up for an infectious sound and they bounce out
the middle beat rhythm romancer with a cute feeling. Happy little ditty.
both sides -
“WHEN OH WHEN” (2:30) [Jay & Cee BMI—Eddie Cooley]
Bobbie and Ronald offer a slow, rhythmic bouncer on the flip. The team
comes up with a good sound and a good side. Pleasing wax.
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THE NEONS (Tetra 4444) W
“ANGEL FACE” (2:41) [Tetra Music BMI — Bruce, Vignari, Pearl]
The Neons make their debut with a quick beat ballad blues, that has
already created excitement in the New York, Philly, Newark areas and
other local territories. The group chants the romantic story with a
rocking treatment.
“KISS ME QUICKLY” (2:20) [Tetra Music BMI—Bruce, Vignari, Pearl]
Another romantic novelty quick beat that comes off a light and airy
effort.
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HANK WILLIAMS (MGM 12332; K12332)
“BLUE LOVE (IN MY HEART)” (2:01) [Milene ASCAP—Jenkins]
Country blues at its best can be heard once again as the diskery
releases another one of the seemingly never-ending supply of Hank
Williams’ disks. This one is a middle beat lover’s ballad that the
songster spins masterfully.
“SINGING WATERFALL” (2:09) [Acuff-Rose BMI—Williams]
This side is an emotion-packed offering that Williams performs in
penetrating style. Two more powerful items for the vast Williams’
following.
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