By the early 1950s, in cities like Chicago, Philadelphia, Baltimore and (especially) New York, doo wop groups were practicing on lamplit street corners, on the porches in front of apartments ...

Celebrate the legacy of the music of the late 1950s and 60s, following the birth of rock and roll and the explosion of rhythm and blues, with a new generation of artists. Includes performances by ...

Sure, he’s most ardently remembered for his teen idol days in the late 1950s and beyond, both fronting the Belmonts and on ...

The 1950s brings to mind poodle skirts ... of “I Only Have Eyes for You” was recorded by the Chicago-based doo-wop group The Flamingos, and it was a big hit. The song has been sampled in ...

It showcased many doo-wop groups that had existed since the 1950s, and was hosted by former Impressions lead and soul soloist Jerry Butler. It was followed by Doo Wop 51 and the American ...

Singing ensembles, with their harmonious doo-wop style, were also a popular feature of the era. Many of the classic songs of the 1950s not only defined an era but also paved the way for today’s music.