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Gale, Jack
Jack Gale graduated from Forest Park High School in West Baltimore. He began his radio career in 1944 at WBOC, […]
Del Vinos, The
Rock and roll band started out doing mostly Buddy Holly covers. Led by Vince Corolla (keyboards, vocals), with Buddy DeVilbiss […]
And the Echoes
Band originally known as Tommy Vann & the Echoes (see bio), the band originally got its’ start in 1962. After […]
Vann, Tommy, & the Echoes
Tommy Vann attended high school in Oneonta, New York where he sang in teen groups the Pizzarinos, and the Tones. […]
Thompson, Marty
Versatile vocalist whose strong voice was reminiscent of Tom Jones, and he was known for his covers of Johnny Mathis. […]
Swingtones, The
Rock and roll group originated in Highlandtown area. Members included Lou Gordon (keys), Tony Bravo (keyboards), Pete Petri (keyboards), Louie […]
Sentries, The
The Sentries originated in the Catonsville/Woodlawn area and for 30+ years performed at countless Baltimore area teen dances, proms, night […]
Sechrists, The
Group featuring Ron Sechrist (sax), Barbara Sechrist (guitar, vocals), ‘Major’ (bass), and Rich Parr (drums). They performed at U.S.O. functions […]
Realistics, The (Original)
Lineup consisted of Ray Vaughn, Sam Coscia, Mike Hopperman, Les Umberger, and Ron Sechrist (sax ex-Joyriders), later adding Mike Polaski. […]
Night Rockers, The
Members of the Night Rockers included Mickey Reed (percussion), and Bruce Laine (bass). Both went on to the Midnight Flames […]