Cameo Parkway 1961-1966: The Best Of The OrlonsThe Orlons
Release Date: 10/18/2005
Original Release:
2005
# of Discs:
1
J&R Item # 603077_CD
UPC # 018771922728
Label: ABKCO Records
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Disc: 1
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Mr. Twenty One
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Performer: The Orlons
Producer: Dave Appell; Kal Mann; Billy Jackson; Jimmy Wisner; Bob Crewe; Kenny Gamble; Leon Huff Distributor: Universal Distribution Notes: The Orlons: Marlena Davis, Rosetta Hightower, Shirley Brickley (vocals); Steve Caldwell. Recording information: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (1961 - 1966). This installment in the spate of releases showcasing Philadelphia's Cameo Parkway label focuses on the Orlons, a three-woman, one-man quartet that blended soulful doo-wop and R&B in the manner of contemporaries like the Shirelles and the early Miracles. The Orlons offered up several playful, rhythm-driven dance songs ("The Wah-Watusi"), but they are at their best on uptempo pop like "Don't Hang Up" and dramatic ballads like "The Conservative", which let lead vocalist Rosetta Highwater shine. Remastered sound and fine liner notes make this release a treasure for fans of doo-wop and R&B from the early '60s.
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