Tag Archives: 1950s

The D.A.’s Forever by Laura Pinto

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THE D.A.'s FOREVER by Laura Pinto

Time for a bit of shameless self-promotion…

Not only do I have a bunch of oldies-related websites, I’m also an author! My first novel, The D.A.’s Forever, is available exclusively on Amazon Kindle and is just 99¢ through April 30, 2014. Two points of clarification—no, the book has nothing to do with the legal profession; and, no, a Kindle device is not needed to read Kindle books. More details can be found on the book’s official website.

Here is a brief summary of the book’s plot, followed by links to a handful of relevant sites and social network pages:

It’s 1988, and four men reunite for a special Fifties-themed homecoming celebration at their old New Jersey high school, thirty years after graduation. While in their teens, the boys had been known collectively as the D.A.’s (not so much a “gang” as a tight group of friends); but time and distance have brought changes and adult responsibilities. Letting go of the past proves challenging for the quartet, which consists of Frankie, the group leader and tough-guy greaser still playing the part at age 48; Denny, Frankie’s best friend, whose misguided counsel to his 20-year-old son backfires in his face; Tony, the romantic, whose marriage and happiness are threatened by the reappearance of an old love; and Eddy, the straight-laced nerd and arguably most centered of the four thrown into emotional turmoil by the appearance of a new one. Now, all four must find the courage to leave the past behind as they come to terms with middle age and the realities of their diverse lives.

Kindle Countdown Deal—THE D.A.’s FOREVER is just 99¢ from April 24 through April 30, 2014!

via The D.A.’s Forever by Laura Pinto.

See also:

Laura Pinto Online
Laura’s Oldies Sites
Oldies Connection
Oldies Connection on Facebook
Oldies Connection on Twitter
Laura Pinto on Twitter

Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers dies at 74

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The Everly Brothers

Phil Everly, who with his brother, Don, made up the most revered vocal duo of the rock-music era, their exquisite harmonies profoundly influencing the Beatles, the Beach Boys, the Byrds and countless younger-generation rock, folk and country singers, died Friday in Burbank of complications from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, his wife, Patti Everly, told The Times. He was 74.

“We are absolutely heartbroken,” she said, noting that the disease was the result of a lifetime of cigarette smoking. “He fought long and hard.”

Read more:

Phil Everly of the Everly Brothers dies at 74 – latimes.com.

Earl Carroll, Singer for the Cadillacs and Coasters Dies at 75

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Earl

Earl Carroll, a lead singer of the Cadillacs and later a member of rival singing group The Coasters, died Sunday, Nov. 25, at the age of 75. He had been staying at a nursing home in New York City, and was suffering from a stroke and diabetes.

Carroll is best known for his part in the doo-wop 1950s group the Cadillacs, which he co-founded. Their hits included “Gloria,” “You Are,” “Wishing Well,” “My Girlfriend,” “Peek-a-Boo,” a jive version of “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer” and “Speedo,” which was titled after his nickname.

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via Earl Carroll Dead: Singer for the Cadillacs and Coasters Dies at 75 – Spinner.

Herb Reed of The Platters – R.I.P.

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The Platters

Herb Reed, who was the last surviving member of the Platters’ five original members, founded the popular R&B group in Los Angeles in 1953. “Only You” and “The Great Pretender” were among their hits. Reed passed away on June 4, 2012.

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Herb Reed obituary: Founder of the Platters dies at 83 – latimes.com.

Dick Clark,’America’s Oldest Teenager,’ Dies at 82

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Dick Clark, 2011

It’s the end of an era. R.I.P. Dick Clark, who passed away on April 18, 2012, following a massive heart attack.

Dick Clark, Entertainment Icon Nicknamed ‘America’s Oldest Teenager,’ Dies at 82 – ABC News.

See also:

Dick Clark’s Official Site

Dick Clark’s Wikipedia page

 

Herb Oscar Anderson: On the Air at WOSN FM

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Legendary radio jock Herb Oscar Anderson, who was the morning deejay at Musicradio WABC (770 AM) in New York City from 1960 to 1968, continues to serve up some wonderful music at his current station in Vero Beach, FL. HOA can be heard every Saturday from 2:00 – 3:00 PM on WOSN, 97.1 FM. Although the station doesn’t stream over the Net, Herb’s shows are archived on the site every week.

Herb Oscar’s radio programs are very entertaining and well formatted. He starts off each week’s show by singing his theme song, “Hello Again,” live with prerecorded music; and during the show he will sing another song or two, quite often a tune from the Big Band era. He presents songs from multiple eras and genres, mainly from the 1960s and ’70s, the recordings many of us grew up with, and quite a few of which he’d presented during his tenure at 77 WABC. You never know what you’ll hear during HOA’s broadcast; his shows are always full of pleasant surprises.

To read more about Herb, and to listen to and/or download Herb’s Saturday shows, please visit this page:

97.1 Ocean: WOSN FM.

Petition: Induct Clay Cole into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!

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Clay Cole was a true pioneer of the rock and roll era. Even for those not fortunate enough to live in an area where his 1960s TV show aired, there’s no denying that Clay was one of those notable non-performers who hosted many of the great performers of the day – not just on television but also on stage and screen. Today, Clay is continuing to host concerts – now oldies concerts – and making personal appearances to promote his fantastic new book. Please click here to sign the petition to induct Clay into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame!

Clay Cole

Tampa Bay Oldies Fans

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I have created a Facebook group for fans of oldies music (1950s, 1960s and 1970s) who live in the Tampa Bay area of Florida.  If you enjoy attending concerts by the original artists and checking out oldies shows and events here in Tampa Bay, this group may be for you.  Its main focus is to share news of upcoming shows and links to the websites of local venues, oldies radio stations, and the like.

So, if you are a year-round or seasonal resident of Pinellas, Pasco, Hillsborough, Hernando, Sarasota, Manatee, Citrus or Polk County, or frequently visit the area, please check out Tampa Bay Oldies Fans.  Companion website coming soon!