The R&R/R&B group was formed in 1954 at Sollers Point High School in Turner’s Station. Known as Lawrence MacNeil & the Corvettes. The members included MacNeil (lead vocals ex-Mello Tones), Sammy (guitar), Howard Spinney (bass), Danny (bass), Richard Speaks (drums), ‘Big Harry’ (drums)…

The Korvettes could be heard as house band at the Rally Club. They could also be heard on Wednesday nights as well as Sunday matinees at the Club Cairo. Lawrence MacNeil & the Corvettes played at the West End Lounge in late ‘60s.

Spinney went on to play for the Imperials (Imperals), Howards…

