The Kingsmen

The Kingsmen
Formed: 1957 in Portland, OR
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Disbanded: 1968
Genre: Rock
Styles: Garage Rock, Rock & Roll, Frat Rock
Group Members: Don Gallucci, Lynn Easton, Jack Ely, Bob Nordby, Gary Abbott, Mike Mitchell, Norman Sundholm, Barry Curtis, Dick Peterson
Biography: A rock & roll band from Portland, Oregon, the Kingsmen's one big hit "Louie, Louie" defined the garage-band style and became one of the all-time classics. The original lineup included Jack Ely (lead singer and guitar), Lynn Easton (drums), Mike Mitchell (lead guitar), Bob Nordby (bass), and Don Galucci ...Read full biography
The Kingsmen, Vol. 3
Released: 1965
Label: Wand
Critics' Rating:
The group's third album, again issued here without the overdubbed crowd noises. This features their hit "Jolly Green Giant" plus three CD bonus tracks. ~ Cub Koda, All Music Guide ...Read full review
The Kingsmen in Person
Released: 1963
Label: Wand
Critics' Rating:
CD reissue of the group's first album, including the rock anthem "Louie Louie," issued here for the first time minus the annoying overdubbed crowd noises. Also nice is the inclusion of three bonus tracks. ...Read full review
More The Kingsmen albums: Main Albums (6), Compilations (23)
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