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5-26-23 - Cash Box Reviews of the Day - APRIL 28, 1956
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APRIL 28, 1956
https://worldradiohistory.com/Archive-All-Music/Cash-Box/50s/1956/CB-1956-04-28.pdf
ALAN FREED & HIS ROCK ’N ROLL BAND (Coral 61626; 9-61626)
“TINA’S CANTEEN” (2:34) [Sylvia BMI—Sears]
Popular New York jockey Alan Freed leads a rock and roll band thru a swinging side on his first release as an artist for the Coral label. Solid jumper with a good beat. Tailor-made for the youngsters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU4hBNLiMYk
“RIGHT NOW, RIGHT NOW” [Bonita BMI—Sears, Calhoun]
Another hard hitting instrumental rocker with the boys in the band really driving. Shouting voices are heard throughout this portion.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04jd7dsygaw
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THE CASH BOX SLEEPER OF THE WEEK
THE ROVER BOYS (ABC-Paramount 9700; 45-9700)
"GRADUATION DAY” (2:38) [Sheldon BMI—Sherman, Sherman]
“I HEAR MUSIC” (2:08) [George George BMI—Scott]
In a few weeks, millions of students will be graduating from high schools and colleges all across the country. And by that time, one of the top songs in the nation should be “Graduation Day” by the Rover Boys. It’s a wonderfully nostalgic ballad which the group executes with great feeling and understanding. A touching piece of material that will mean a great deal to the youngsters and recall some of the most pleasant years to adults. Looks like an all out smash. For variety, the coupling offers a zestful dance item called “I Hear Music”. A swinging cutie with a solid beat. The boys really belt. Strong coupling. “Come To Me” established the crew in many territories. “Graduation Day” should skyrocket them to stardom.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGVM3RVwoL0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtlGumoqPR8
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THE FOUR LOVERS (RCA Victor 20/47-6518)
“THE GIRL IN MY DREAMS” [Modern-Roosevelt BMI Josea, Davis, Ling]
"YOU’RE THE APPLE OF MY EYE” [Shalimar BMI—Blackwell]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjbAcnpKFAw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xFIq7pFVQ0
THE FOUR LOVERS (RCA Victor 20/47-6519)
“PLEASE DON’T LEAVE ME” [Commodore BMI—Domino]
“HONEY LOVE” [Progressive BMI—McPhatter, Wexler]
A sensational rock and roll quartet called the Four Lovers makes a tremendous debut on Victor with four sides which the -company is releasing simultaneously. Two sides are absolute standouts and should rack up a fabulous sale when the chips are tallied. The highlight side of one platter is “The Girl In My Dreams”. It’s a potent interpretation of a solid fish-beat ballad that has the dollar sign stamped in every groove. Side is loaded with all of
the gimmicks that the teenagers love. Looks like a hot one. Flip “You’re The Apple Of My Eye” is a hard hitting latin beat rocker that should keep the feet moving. Catchy delivery. The hot side of the other disk is “Please Don’t Leave Me”. A power packed jolter that had the rhythm and blues boxes jumping a while back. It’s a real swinger that the kids will go wild about. The coupling on this disk is a vivid revival of one of the biggest of all r & b hits, “Honey Love”. The group has a striking sound and sells each one of the tunes. Watch both records. They should break wide open.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6paAMSNwYkg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO40JQXbL1Q
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DEAN MARTIN (Capitol 3414; F-3414)
“WATCHING THE WORLD GO BY” (2:07) [Bourne ASCAP—Senn, Skylar]
Dino follows his “Memories” and “Innamorata” clicks with a wonderful waltzer that’s delighting from the very first groove thru to the last. Side has a beautiful Spring-Summer flavor. The chorus and Dean blend superbly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ30wJ45lFk
“STANDING ON THE CORNER” (2:46) [Frank ASCAP—Loesser]
This half stars the crooner on a terrific up-beat novelty from Frank Loesser’s new musical “The Most Happy Fella”. Tune is clicking and this version is sure to take a healthy bite of the sales.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZR5VOuqFe24
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THE CASH BOX *AWARD O' THE WEEK*
JIMMY REED (Vee-Jay 186)
“CAN’T STAND TO SEE YOU GO” (2:48) [Conrad BMI—Reed]
“ROCKIN’ WITH REED” (2:29) [Conrad BMI—Reed]
Jimmy Reed makes his newest another with “hit” woven into the grooves. The down home singer wails a slow beat, melodic blues, “Can’t Stand To See You Go”, with that styling that has proved so powerful in the past. He sings
with a warmth and feeling that aims the lyrics right at you. This deck should follow in the footsteps of “Ain’t That Lovin’ You Baby”. The flip, “Rockin’ With Reed”, is a quick beat wax instrumental.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTU9hiDz9CM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pIvWE_jFK0
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THE FLAIRS (ABC-Paramount 9698)
“SHE LOVES TO ROCK” (2:20) [Pera Music BMI—Paul]
“IN SELF DEFENSE” (2:58) [Peer Int’l. NMI—Thomas]
The Flairs make their debut on the ABC-Paramount label with two very strong decks. The jump side, “She Loves To Rock”, is a quick beat swinging etching with that exciting beat, stirring vocal and the necessary gimmick. It’s good, it’s infectious, it’s crazy. The flip, “In Self Defense”, is a change of pace. The Flairs go sweet and mellow, singing a slow, rhythmic ballad with a delicate, easy swaying chant. It is a beautiful side and the reading should put it into the hit category. Both sides are chart threats and neither should be overlooked in favor of the other.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLz7cbM8LG4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQszvEFpZDk
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THE CASHMERES (Herald 474)
“LITTLE DREAM GIRL” (2:43) [Angel BMI — Alan, Mitchell, Boyd, Schuler, Riley]
The Cashmeres turn in a beautiful performance of a pretty, romantic ballad. This group blends delightfully as it reads the sweet story of the lad so in love he’s all mixed up. Very strong and very listenable lead. This deck bears close watching.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAK3_ey5rlI
“DO I UPSET YOU” (2:41) [Angel BMI—Alan, Mitchell, Boyd, Schuler, Riley]
The Cashmeres up the tempo on the flip and the result is a quick beat jump cutie. Another good side. It’ll have the kids hopping. Potent jump side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up8LP7dxvHQ
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JIMMY NOLEN (Federal 12262)
“WIPE YOUR TEARS” (2:50) [Armo BMI—Jimmy Nolen]
Jimmy Nolen turns in a strong vocal leading of a middle beat rhythm blues. Nolen sings the piece with a feeling that creates an excitement without an overpowering vocal. Good side to be watched.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEBfyXnssbk
“DON’T LEAVE ME NO MORE” (2:45) [Armo BMI—Jimmy Nolen]
Nolen does another effective job on the middle beat blues with a strong rhythmic tempo. Nolen has an appealing manner of singing and the deck comes off in good style.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVfyeCm_5ns
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GENE ALLISON (Calvert 100)
“IF THINGS DON’T CHANGE” (2:15) [Babb BMI — Jarrett]
Gene Allison shouts out a driving ditty with lots of enthusiasm. Breakneck pace handled well by the chanter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JtRVBrE0Kc
“GOODBYE MY LOVE” (2:55) [Babb BMI—Ted Jarrett] Allison wails a slow blues on the flip with an emotional delivery. Moody etching that comes off well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fw_gw9yTQCY
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THE WHEELS (Premium 405)
“LET’S HAVE A BALL” (2:34) [Premium BMI — Bunn]
The Wheels rock with a driving reading of a quick beat jump item. Lead chants with lots of zest. This is a jump with that big beat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upJxCosIWo0
“MY HEART’S DESIRE” (2:43) [Premium BMI — Bunn]
The Wheels come up with a very potent disk in this easy to listen to ballad. Melodic, romantic and an imposing lead voice. This is a deck to watch. It has chart potential.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JktlyfYQiU
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NOLAN STRONG and his DIABLOS (Fortune 519)
“YOU’RE THE ONLY GIRL, DOLORES” (2:39) [Trianon BMI —Nolan Strong]
This deck, a slow paced romancer ballad, has more new sounds than have been uncovered in the past few years. Of course, some of them are commercially flat, but it is a weird deck that should grab attention and sales.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Zlv35zNuLM
“YOU ARE” (2:24) [Trianon BMI—Nolan Strong]
Strong and his Diablos come up with a solid piece of wax on the flip that has great commercial possibilities. It is pretty, effective rhythm and very strong delivery. Deck bears watching. It is a definite chart item.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvoWULhFshw
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RUTH McFADDEN (Old Town 1020)
“YOU FOR ME” (2:44) (Maureen BMI—McFadden]
Ruth McFadden delivers a slow paced fish beat with a strong, clear voice reading. This gal has a lot of talent and it comes through on this hunk of wax. Romantic story told with effective styling.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZgJtEMtGgg
“TWO IN LOVE” (2:39) [Maureen BMI—Ross, Dixon]
Another slow beat fish in which the lass is backed by the Royaltones. It is an effective combination and the potent material to which the vocal Miss and her support is applied makes this an especially strong platter. Watch this item. It could be a big one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m4u5x4fzB4
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BILL DOGGETT ((King 4917)
"SQUASHY” (2:38) [Billace BMI —Bill Doggett]
Bill Doggett and his unit dish up a rhythmic middle beat in the smooth and pleasing manner that has become associated with them. Ok Doggett deck—which means sales.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBjyIhcxRb0
“WE FOUND LOVE” (2:26) [Arnel ASCAP — Andy Gibson]
Doggett fash ons a slow, dreamy, soap opera type side for the mellow listener.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVdr-2XyXm8
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BILLY GAYLES (Federal 12265)
“I’M TORE UP” (2:22) [Armo BMI—Turner, Bass]
Billy Gayles turns in a middle beat rock and roll side that fits right into the groove of things the kids want. Gayles belts in hearty fashion and his sound makes him a strong contender for future honors. Ok deck.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRuZr7dCF8k
“IF I NEVER HAD KNOWN YOU” (2:30) [Armo BMI—Ike Turner]
Gayles turn on the emotion on this slow beat blues, reaching all the way to his heels for some of his gravelly vocaling. Exciting singer and an excellent piece of wax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqG1uBzh9gc
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THE FIVE PENNIES (Savoy 1190)
“MONEY” (2:41) [Crossroads BMI — The Five Pennies]
The Five Pennies rock through a tasty rocker with plenty of enthusiasm. It is a happy ditty about the lad who discovers that “money is the thing of the year.” It is a cutie well done. Side could happen in a big way.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTDbNCH5PS0
“MY HEART TREMBLES” (2:37) [Crossroads BMI — The Five Pennies]
The group backs with a tender floater that is effective, tho not as strong as the “Money” side. It is a melodic romancer performed softly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRrkV64Zbn0
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THE TEEN KINGS (Jewel 101)
“TRYING TO GET YOU” (2:46) [Motion Music — Singleton and McCoy]
The Teen Kings do a turn about on the current invasion of the r & b by country artists by doing an r & b item in a country-western vein. It is a middle beat rhythm- piece of- fered in an easy to listen to manner. Relaxed reading of a melodic tune.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gM8MI6tczHw
“OOBY DOOBY” (2:21) [TNT BMI—Moore & Penner]
A rock and roll item handled by The Teen Kings in not so wild fashion. Ok jump wax. Roy Orbison handles the vocal on both decks and does a good job
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DB7NLyc6cG4
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VARETTA DILLARD (Groove 4G-0152)
“CHERRY BLOSSOM” (2:46) [Raleigh BMI—John Davenport]
“I’M GONNA TELL MY DADDY” (2:25) [Sylvia BMI—Charles Calhoun]
Varetta Dillard backs two strong etchings, either or both of which could become chart items. “Cherry Blossom” is a romantic slow beat ballad that Miss Dillard offers with excellent voice and feeling. The flip, “I’m Gonna Tell My Daddy”, is a quick beat jump that Miss Dillard turns on the heat for. It is a low down, belty performance. The thrush drives as she rocks out the exciting number. Watch both sides for action here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfonoK4mlBk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwqeuLSrUVg
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LOUIE MEYERS (Abco 104)
“JUST WHALING” (2:41) [Lawn BMI — Louie Meyers]
Louie Meyers and his combo etch a fast beat instrumental jump in which the harmonica is the featured instrument. Lots of drive and excitement.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDDN9ah5BIQ
“BLUESY” (2:42) [Lawn BMI —Louie Meyers]
Meyers turns in a middle tempo blues. Infectious beat the kids will like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-C97-NhGaE
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PAUL GAYTEN (Checker 836)
“Y0U BETTER BELIEVE IT” (2:20) [Arc BMI—Gayten]
Gayten chants a quick beat bouncer with a lively reading. Gayten advises his gal “You better believe it that I’m in love with you.” Driving wax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_8M9qvvQfI
“MOTHER ROUX” (2:35) [Arc BMI—Gayten]
A slow, rhythmic instrumental side with an insinuating tempo. Swaying, moody side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTupXhXAtnM
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CHRISTINE CLARK (Savoy 4075)
“SWING LOW, SWEET CHARIOT” (2:41)
Christine Clark sings the lovely gospel item with an effective reading.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-lmqmgn0M4
“FEAR NOT” (2:40) [Cross- roads BMI — Frances Moore]
Miss Clark sings a middle beat spiritual on the flip. Ok religious deck.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wZsdnUWhb4
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SWAN SILYERTONES (Vee-Jay 182)
“JESUS REMEMBERS” (2:45) [Conrad BMI—Geter]
The Swan Silvertones offer a slow paced spiritual with an effective group effort that comes off a strong side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddQl3e_1Qow
“MY SOUL IS A WITNESS” (2:45) [Conrad BMI—P. Owens]
The Swan Silvertones perform a similar piece of material with a bit more dramatic and exciting treatment. Stimulating gospel wax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G_IxXJ88sk
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EDDY ARNOLD (RCA Victor 20-6502; 47-6502)
“THE ROCKIN’ MOCKIN’ BIRD” (2:13) [Hill & Range BMI—C. Singleton, R. McCloy]
“YOU DON’T KNOW ME” (2:34) [Hill & Range BMI—C. Walker, E. Arnold]
If a top quality vocal is your listening pleasure then Eddy Arnold is the man to see (and hear). The chanter is a sure bet to grab off two more places on the charts, once again, with both ends of his latest release. On one end,
“The Rockin’ Mockin’ Bird”, Arnold takes hold of a wonderful old-timer and wraps it up in a delightful, rhythmic, modern-day fashion. It’s a contagious, gimmicked-up per- formance that makes for a musical treat. On the other
side, the vocalist is superbly backed by Charles Grean’s ork and chorus as he beautifully delivers a tearful, middle beat, lover’s ballad tagged “You Don’t Know Me”. An excellent coupling for the pop-country market.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThXY_Mgdj_c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScD48AZHa6o
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ROY DUKE (Reject 1002; 45-1002)
“BE-HAVE, BE-QUIET OR BE GONE” (2:00) [Reject BMI —McAlpin, Duke]
Roy Duke’s flavorful vocal stylings are a treat to the ear as the chanter debuts on the new label with a catchy, up beat, rhythmic piece. Engaging instrumentation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfWdEuqYHwk
“HONESTY” (2:36) [Reject BMI F. Duke]
Duke projects this middle beat, romantic heartbreaker with the utmost of sincerity.
https://youtu.be/XlfGA7vh1TI?t=4
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WARREN SMITH (Sun 239; 45-239)
“ROCK ’N’ ROLL RUBY” [Hi Lo BMI—J. Cash]
Warren Smith comes up with stellar effort on a driving, house-rocker that could develop into a tremendous seller in the current market. Socko instrumentation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5uDY8_zLHk
“I’D RATHER BE SAFE THAN SORRY” [Hi-Lo BMI — Kesler, Taylor]
Flip is a heartfelt, middle beat romantic item that Smith waxes in first rate fashion. Two potent sides.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=weN44NQgBUg
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https://worldradiohistory.com/Archive-All-Music/Cash-Box/50s/1956/CB-1956-04-28.pdf
ALAN FREED & HIS ROCK ’N ROLL BAND (Coral 61626; 9-61626)
“TINA’S CANTEEN” (2:34) [Sylvia BMI—Sears]
Popular New York jockey Alan Freed leads a rock and roll band thru a swinging side on his first release as an artist for the Coral label. Solid jumper with a good beat. Tailor-made for the youngsters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU4hBNLiMYk
“RIGHT NOW, RIGHT NOW” [Bonita BMI—Sears, Calhoun]
Another hard hitting instrumental rocker with the boys in the band really driving. Shouting voices are heard throughout this portion.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04jd7dsygaw
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THE CASH BOX SLEEPER OF THE WEEK
THE ROVER BOYS (ABC-Paramount 9700; 45-9700)
"GRADUATION DAY” (2:38) [Sheldon BMI—Sherman, Sherman]
“I HEAR MUSIC” (2:08) [George George BMI—Scott]
In a few weeks, millions of students will be graduating from high schools and colleges all across the country. And by that time, one of the top songs in the nation should be “Graduation Day” by the Rover Boys. It’s a wonderfully nostalgic ballad which the group executes with great feeling and understanding. A touching piece of material that will mean a great deal to the youngsters and recall some of the most pleasant years to adults. Looks like an all out smash. For variety, the coupling offers a zestful dance item called “I Hear Music”. A swinging cutie with a solid beat. The boys really belt. Strong coupling. “Come To Me” established the crew in many territories. “Graduation Day” should skyrocket them to stardom.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGVM3RVwoL0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mtlGumoqPR8
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THE FOUR LOVERS (RCA Victor 20/47-6518)
“THE GIRL IN MY DREAMS” [Modern-Roosevelt BMI Josea, Davis, Ling]
"YOU’RE THE APPLE OF MY EYE” [Shalimar BMI—Blackwell]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZjbAcnpKFAw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xFIq7pFVQ0
THE FOUR LOVERS (RCA Victor 20/47-6519)
“PLEASE DON’T LEAVE ME” [Commodore BMI—Domino]
“HONEY LOVE” [Progressive BMI—McPhatter, Wexler]
A sensational rock and roll quartet called the Four Lovers makes a tremendous debut on Victor with four sides which the -company is releasing simultaneously. Two sides are absolute standouts and should rack up a fabulous sale when the chips are tallied. The highlight side of one platter is “The Girl In My Dreams”. It’s a potent interpretation of a solid fish-beat ballad that has the dollar sign stamped in every groove. Side is loaded with all of
the gimmicks that the teenagers love. Looks like a hot one. Flip “You’re The Apple Of My Eye” is a hard hitting latin beat rocker that should keep the feet moving. Catchy delivery. The hot side of the other disk is “Please Don’t Leave Me”. A power packed jolter that had the rhythm and blues boxes jumping a while back. It’s a real swinger that the kids will go wild about. The coupling on this disk is a vivid revival of one of the biggest of all r & b hits, “Honey Love”. The group has a striking sound and sells each one of the tunes. Watch both records. They should break wide open.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6paAMSNwYkg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JO40JQXbL1Q
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DEAN MARTIN (Capitol 3414; F-3414)
“WATCHING THE WORLD GO BY” (2:07) [Bourne ASCAP—Senn, Skylar]
Dino follows his “Memories” and “Innamorata” clicks with a wonderful waltzer that’s delighting from the very first groove thru to the last. Side has a beautiful Spring-Summer flavor. The chorus and Dean blend superbly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQ30wJ45lFk
“STANDING ON THE CORNER” (2:46) [Frank ASCAP—Loesser]
This half stars the crooner on a terrific up-beat novelty from Frank Loesser’s new musical “The Most Happy Fella”. Tune is clicking and this version is sure to take a healthy bite of the sales.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZR5VOuqFe24
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THE CASH BOX *AWARD O' THE WEEK*
JIMMY REED (Vee-Jay 186)
“CAN’T STAND TO SEE YOU GO” (2:48) [Conrad BMI—Reed]
“ROCKIN’ WITH REED” (2:29) [Conrad BMI—Reed]
Jimmy Reed makes his newest another with “hit” woven into the grooves. The down home singer wails a slow beat, melodic blues, “Can’t Stand To See You Go”, with that styling that has proved so powerful in the past. He sings
with a warmth and feeling that aims the lyrics right at you. This deck should follow in the footsteps of “Ain’t That Lovin’ You Baby”. The flip, “Rockin’ With Reed”, is a quick beat wax instrumental.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eTU9hiDz9CM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pIvWE_jFK0
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THE FLAIRS (ABC-Paramount 9698)
“SHE LOVES TO ROCK” (2:20) [Pera Music BMI—Paul]
“IN SELF DEFENSE” (2:58) [Peer Int’l. NMI—Thomas]
The Flairs make their debut on the ABC-Paramount label with two very strong decks. The jump side, “She Loves To Rock”, is a quick beat swinging etching with that exciting beat, stirring vocal and the necessary gimmick. It’s good, it’s infectious, it’s crazy. The flip, “In Self Defense”, is a change of pace. The Flairs go sweet and mellow, singing a slow, rhythmic ballad with a delicate, easy swaying chant. It is a beautiful side and the reading should put it into the hit category. Both sides are chart threats and neither should be overlooked in favor of the other.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLz7cbM8LG4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQszvEFpZDk
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THE CASHMERES (Herald 474)
“LITTLE DREAM GIRL” (2:43) [Angel BMI — Alan, Mitchell, Boyd, Schuler, Riley]
The Cashmeres turn in a beautiful performance of a pretty, romantic ballad. This group blends delightfully as it reads the sweet story of the lad so in love he’s all mixed up. Very strong and very listenable lead. This deck bears close watching.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAK3_ey5rlI
“DO I UPSET YOU” (2:41) [Angel BMI—Alan, Mitchell, Boyd, Schuler, Riley]
The Cashmeres up the tempo on the flip and the result is a quick beat jump cutie. Another good side. It’ll have the kids hopping. Potent jump side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Up8LP7dxvHQ
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JIMMY NOLEN (Federal 12262)
“WIPE YOUR TEARS” (2:50) [Armo BMI—Jimmy Nolen]
Jimmy Nolen turns in a strong vocal leading of a middle beat rhythm blues. Nolen sings the piece with a feeling that creates an excitement without an overpowering vocal. Good side to be watched.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEBfyXnssbk
“DON’T LEAVE ME NO MORE” (2:45) [Armo BMI—Jimmy Nolen]
Nolen does another effective job on the middle beat blues with a strong rhythmic tempo. Nolen has an appealing manner of singing and the deck comes off in good style.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVfyeCm_5ns
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GENE ALLISON (Calvert 100)
“IF THINGS DON’T CHANGE” (2:15) [Babb BMI — Jarrett]
Gene Allison shouts out a driving ditty with lots of enthusiasm. Breakneck pace handled well by the chanter.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JtRVBrE0Kc
“GOODBYE MY LOVE” (2:55) [Babb BMI—Ted Jarrett] Allison wails a slow blues on the flip with an emotional delivery. Moody etching that comes off well.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fw_gw9yTQCY
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THE WHEELS (Premium 405)
“LET’S HAVE A BALL” (2:34) [Premium BMI — Bunn]
The Wheels rock with a driving reading of a quick beat jump item. Lead chants with lots of zest. This is a jump with that big beat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upJxCosIWo0
“MY HEART’S DESIRE” (2:43) [Premium BMI — Bunn]
The Wheels come up with a very potent disk in this easy to listen to ballad. Melodic, romantic and an imposing lead voice. This is a deck to watch. It has chart potential.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JktlyfYQiU
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NOLAN STRONG and his DIABLOS (Fortune 519)
“YOU’RE THE ONLY GIRL, DOLORES” (2:39) [Trianon BMI —Nolan Strong]
This deck, a slow paced romancer ballad, has more new sounds than have been uncovered in the past few years. Of course, some of them are commercially flat, but it is a weird deck that should grab attention and sales.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0Zlv35zNuLM
“YOU ARE” (2:24) [Trianon BMI—Nolan Strong]
Strong and his Diablos come up with a solid piece of wax on the flip that has great commercial possibilities. It is pretty, effective rhythm and very strong delivery. Deck bears watching. It is a definite chart item.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvoWULhFshw
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RUTH McFADDEN (Old Town 1020)
“YOU FOR ME” (2:44) (Maureen BMI—McFadden]
Ruth McFadden delivers a slow paced fish beat with a strong, clear voice reading. This gal has a lot of talent and it comes through on this hunk of wax. Romantic story told with effective styling.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IZgJtEMtGgg
“TWO IN LOVE” (2:39) [Maureen BMI—Ross, Dixon]
Another slow beat fish in which the lass is backed by the Royaltones. It is an effective combination and the potent material to which the vocal Miss and her support is applied makes this an especially strong platter. Watch this item. It could be a big one.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m4u5x4fzB4
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BILL DOGGETT ((King 4917)
"SQUASHY” (2:38) [Billace BMI —Bill Doggett]
Bill Doggett and his unit dish up a rhythmic middle beat in the smooth and pleasing manner that has become associated with them. Ok Doggett deck—which means sales.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wBjyIhcxRb0
“WE FOUND LOVE” (2:26) [Arnel ASCAP — Andy Gibson]
Doggett fash ons a slow, dreamy, soap opera type side for the mellow listener.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wVdr-2XyXm8
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BILLY GAYLES (Federal 12265)
“I’M TORE UP” (2:22) [Armo BMI—Turner, Bass]
Billy Gayles turns in a middle beat rock and roll side that fits right into the groove of things the kids want. Gayles belts in hearty fashion and his sound makes him a strong contender for future honors. Ok deck.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRuZr7dCF8k
“IF I NEVER HAD KNOWN YOU” (2:30) [Armo BMI—Ike Turner]
Gayles turn on the emotion on this slow beat blues, reaching all the way to his heels for some of his gravelly vocaling. Exciting singer and an excellent piece of wax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqG1uBzh9gc
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THE FIVE PENNIES (Savoy 1190)
“MONEY” (2:41) [Crossroads BMI — The Five Pennies]
The Five Pennies rock through a tasty rocker with plenty of enthusiasm. It is a happy ditty about the lad who discovers that “money is the thing of the year.” It is a cutie well done. Side could happen in a big way.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTDbNCH5PS0
“MY HEART TREMBLES” (2:37) [Crossroads BMI — The Five Pennies]
The group backs with a tender floater that is effective, tho not as strong as the “Money” side. It is a melodic romancer performed softly.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRrkV64Zbn0
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THE TEEN KINGS (Jewel 101)
“TRYING TO GET YOU” (2:46) [Motion Music — Singleton and McCoy]
The Teen Kings do a turn about on the current invasion of the r & b by country artists by doing an r & b item in a country-western vein. It is a middle beat rhythm- piece of- fered in an easy to listen to manner. Relaxed reading of a melodic tune.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gM8MI6tczHw
“OOBY DOOBY” (2:21) [TNT BMI—Moore & Penner]
A rock and roll item handled by The Teen Kings in not so wild fashion. Ok jump wax. Roy Orbison handles the vocal on both decks and does a good job
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DB7NLyc6cG4
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VARETTA DILLARD (Groove 4G-0152)
“CHERRY BLOSSOM” (2:46) [Raleigh BMI—John Davenport]
“I’M GONNA TELL MY DADDY” (2:25) [Sylvia BMI—Charles Calhoun]
Varetta Dillard backs two strong etchings, either or both of which could become chart items. “Cherry Blossom” is a romantic slow beat ballad that Miss Dillard offers with excellent voice and feeling. The flip, “I’m Gonna Tell My Daddy”, is a quick beat jump that Miss Dillard turns on the heat for. It is a low down, belty performance. The thrush drives as she rocks out the exciting number. Watch both sides for action here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfonoK4mlBk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DwqeuLSrUVg
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LOUIE MEYERS (Abco 104)
“JUST WHALING” (2:41) [Lawn BMI — Louie Meyers]
Louie Meyers and his combo etch a fast beat instrumental jump in which the harmonica is the featured instrument. Lots of drive and excitement.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PDDN9ah5BIQ
“BLUESY” (2:42) [Lawn BMI —Louie Meyers]
Meyers turns in a middle tempo blues. Infectious beat the kids will like.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-C97-NhGaE
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PAUL GAYTEN (Checker 836)
“Y0U BETTER BELIEVE IT” (2:20) [Arc BMI—Gayten]
Gayten chants a quick beat bouncer with a lively reading. Gayten advises his gal “You better believe it that I’m in love with you.” Driving wax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_8M9qvvQfI
“MOTHER ROUX” (2:35) [Arc BMI—Gayten]
A slow, rhythmic instrumental side with an insinuating tempo. Swaying, moody side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTupXhXAtnM
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CHRISTINE CLARK (Savoy 4075)
“SWING LOW, SWEET CHARIOT” (2:41)
Christine Clark sings the lovely gospel item with an effective reading.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g-lmqmgn0M4
“FEAR NOT” (2:40) [Cross- roads BMI — Frances Moore]
Miss Clark sings a middle beat spiritual on the flip. Ok religious deck.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wZsdnUWhb4
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SWAN SILYERTONES (Vee-Jay 182)
“JESUS REMEMBERS” (2:45) [Conrad BMI—Geter]
The Swan Silvertones offer a slow paced spiritual with an effective group effort that comes off a strong side.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ddQl3e_1Qow
“MY SOUL IS A WITNESS” (2:45) [Conrad BMI—P. Owens]
The Swan Silvertones perform a similar piece of material with a bit more dramatic and exciting treatment. Stimulating gospel wax.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G_IxXJ88sk
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EDDY ARNOLD (RCA Victor 20-6502; 47-6502)
“THE ROCKIN’ MOCKIN’ BIRD” (2:13) [Hill & Range BMI—C. Singleton, R. McCloy]
“YOU DON’T KNOW ME” (2:34) [Hill & Range BMI—C. Walker, E. Arnold]
If a top quality vocal is your listening pleasure then Eddy Arnold is the man to see (and hear). The chanter is a sure bet to grab off two more places on the charts, once again, with both ends of his latest release. On one end,
“The Rockin’ Mockin’ Bird”, Arnold takes hold of a wonderful old-timer and wraps it up in a delightful, rhythmic, modern-day fashion. It’s a contagious, gimmicked-up per- formance that makes for a musical treat. On the other
side, the vocalist is superbly backed by Charles Grean’s ork and chorus as he beautifully delivers a tearful, middle beat, lover’s ballad tagged “You Don’t Know Me”. An excellent coupling for the pop-country market.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ThXY_Mgdj_c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ScD48AZHa6o
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ROY DUKE (Reject 1002; 45-1002)
“BE-HAVE, BE-QUIET OR BE GONE” (2:00) [Reject BMI —McAlpin, Duke]
Roy Duke’s flavorful vocal stylings are a treat to the ear as the chanter debuts on the new label with a catchy, up beat, rhythmic piece. Engaging instrumentation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfWdEuqYHwk
“HONESTY” (2:36) [Reject BMI F. Duke]
Duke projects this middle beat, romantic heartbreaker with the utmost of sincerity.
https://youtu.be/XlfGA7vh1TI?t=4
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WARREN SMITH (Sun 239; 45-239)
“ROCK ’N’ ROLL RUBY” [Hi Lo BMI—J. Cash]
Warren Smith comes up with stellar effort on a driving, house-rocker that could develop into a tremendous seller in the current market. Socko instrumentation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p5uDY8_zLHk
“I’D RATHER BE SAFE THAN SORRY” [Hi-Lo BMI — Kesler, Taylor]
Flip is a heartfelt, middle beat romantic item that Smith waxes in first rate fashion. Two potent sides.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=weN44NQgBUg
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