If you’re new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Thanks for visiting!Bobby Rydell’s real name is Robert Louis Ridarelli. He grew up in the same Italian neighborhood of South Philadelphia as Frankie Avalon and Fabian. He was born April 26th, 1942. In his early years, Bobby would sit in front of [...]

Posted on February 24th, 2009 under Doo Wop. Tags: Bobby Rydell. Comments: 1

There are several characteristics of doo-wop music, one of which is the unique range of voices. [...]

Posted on November 29th, 2008 under Doo Wop. Comments: None

Originated in the streets of American north-eastern cities, Doo-Wop was an African American Vocal style based in smooth harmonies. It was the closest rock genre to pop music in the 1950’s. Drawing its inspiration from the rhythm and blues cultures it became a music style of its own and was widely popular in the 50’s [...]

Posted on November 29th, 2008 under The Good Old Days. Comments: None