The Doo Wop Project
The Doo Wop Project begins at the beginning, tracing the inception of group singing developed by inner city African Americans performing tight harmonies on a street corner to the biggest hits on the radio today. Featuring stars of Broadway’s smash hits Jersey Boys and Motown: The Musical, the Doo Wop Project brings unparalleled authenticity of sound and vocal excellence to recreate—and in some cases entirely reimagine—some of the greatest music in American pop and rock history!
Tommy Petillo, lead vocalist with the Duprees
Since 1978 when the original members selected him as their lead singer, Tommy's dynamic vocals have embodied the heart, soul and true essence of voice carrying a tradition of classic and timeless love songs by The Duprees. He has with great pride continued the legacy of the Duprees songbook for more than 46 years of stage performances.
Interview with Singer/Songwriter Andy Kim
We welcome Canadian pop rock singer and songwriter Andy Kim, known for hits that he released in the late 60s and 70s: the international hit "Baby, I Love You" in 1969, and "Rock Me Gently", which topped the U.S. singles chart in 1974. He co-wrote "Sugar, Sugar" in 1968 and sang on the recording as part of the Archies
Jim Rosica (The Brooklyn Bridge)
Warren chats with Bass Guitarist Jim Rosica, one of the original founding members of The Brooklyn Bridge, best known for their million-selling rendition of Jimmy Webb's "Worst That Could Happen" (1968).
Michael D'Amore of The Capris
Warren chats with Michael D'Amore, current lead singer for The Capris, a doo wop group who became a one-hit wonder in 1961 with "There's a Moon Out Tonight." For more than 28 years, Michael has been a professional entertainer based out of the NY area. Having performed in several genres, Michael eventually found himself drawn to the harmony of the Classic R & B and Doo Wop sounds. He also performs as a one man show showcasing the best of the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s
Interview with Bobby Brooks Wilson
Bobby Wilson is a talented entertainer who received high critical acclaim for his recreation of the legendary Jackie Wilson – a stage persona he undertook long before learning that he was the rightful heir to the legacy. Not until after he had begun performing did Bobby realize the source of his musical legacy – the talent flowed naturally because he was actually Jackie Wilson's son.
Micky Dolenz of The Monkees
Micky Dolenz, musician and actor, was the drummer and one of two primary vocalists for the pop-rock band the Monkees from 1966–1970, with reunions until 2021, and a co-star of the TV series The Monkees in the late 60's
Musician/author Gary Talley of The Box Tops
Warren chats with Gary Talley: Guitarist, singer, songwriter and author. He started his career as lead guitarist for the Grammy-nominated group The Box Tops. The band was famous for hits like "The Letter", and "Cry Like a Baby" and are considered a major blue-eyed soul group of that period.
Interview with Harry Wayne Casey (KC of KC and the Sunshine Band)
Warren chats with "KC" of KC and the Sunshine Band: a disco and funk band that was founded in 1973 in Florida. Their best-known songs include the hits "Get Down Tonight", "That's the Way (I Like It)", "(Shake, Shake, Shake) Shake Your Booty". Their name comes from lead vocalist Harry Wayne Casey's last name ('KC') and the 'Sunshine Band' from KC's home state of Florida, the Sunshine State.
Your favorite oldies hits from doo-wop to slow ballads.
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