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| Dec 4, 1954 – Jan 21, 1955 The Chordettes Mr. Sandman The Chordettes were formed in 1946 in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and were originally part of a larger group called the Masqueraders. The song “Mr. Sandman” was written by Pat Ballard and has been covered by various artists throughout the years. |
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| Jan 22, 1955 – Feb 4, 1955 Joan Weber Let Me Go, Lover! Joan Weber was a popular singer during the 1950s who was discovered by Eddie Joy, a Columbia Records executive. “Let Me Go, Lover!” was written by Jenny Lou Carson and Al Hill and was originally titled “Let Me Go, Devil!”. |
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| Feb 5, 1955 – Feb 11, 1955 The Fontane Sisters Hearts Of Stone The Fontane Sisters were a trio from New Milford, New Jersey, who began their career singing backup for Perry Como. “Hearts Of Stone” was written by Rudy Jackson and Eddie Ray and was originally recorded by The Jewels. |
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| Feb 12, 1955 – Mar 25, 1955 The McGuire Sisters Sincerely The McGuire Sisters were a popular singing trio known for appearing on Arthur Godfrey’s Talent Scouts TV show. “Sincerely” was written by Harvey Fuqua and Alan Freed and was originally a hit for The Moonglows. |
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| Mar 26, 1955 – Apr 29, 1955 Bill Hayes The Ballad Of Davy Crockett Bill Hayes is a singer and actor best known for his long-running role as Doug Williams on the soap opera “Days of Our Lives.” “The Ballad of Davy Crockett” was written by George Bruns and Tom Blackburn as the theme song for the Disney TV show “Davy Crockett.” |
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| Apr 30, 1955 – Jul 8, 1955 Pérez Prado Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White Pérez Prado, known as the “King of the Mambo,” was a Cuban bandleader and composer who popularized the Mambo dance style. “Cherry Pink and Apple Blossom White” was composed by Louiguy with lyrics by Jacques Larue and was featured in the film “Underwater!”. |
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| Jul 9, 1955 – Sep 2, 1955 Bill Haley & His Comets (We’re Gonna) Rock Around The Clock Bill Haley & His Comets were an American rock and roll band considered one of the genre’s pioneers. “(We’re Gonna) Rock Around The Clock” was written by Max C. Freedman and James E. Myers and is considered the first rock and roll song to top the charts. |
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| Sep 3, 1955 – Oct 14, 1955 Mitch Miller The Yellow Rose of Texas Mitch Miller was an influential record producer, conductor, and musician known for his work in the recording industry during the 1950s and 1960s. “The Yellow Rose of Texas” is a traditional folk song, and Mitch Miller’s version became a chart-topping hit in 1955. |
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| Oct 15, 1955 – Oct 28, 1955 The Four Aces Love Is A Many-Splendored Thing The Four Aces were a popular vocal group from Chester, Pennsylvania, with several chart-topping hits in the 1950s. “Love Is A Many Splendored Thing” was written by Sammy Fain and Paul Francis Webster for the film of the same name. |
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| Oct 29, 1955 – Nov 25, 1955 Roger Williams Autumn Leaves Roger Williams was an American pianist known for his distinctive piano style and numerous hit recordings. “Autumn Leaves” is a popular song with music by Joseph Kosma and original French lyrics by Jacques Prévert. Johnny Mercer wrote the English lyrics. |
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| Nov 26, 1955 – Jan 13, 1956 Tennessee Ernie Sixteen Tons Tennessee Ernie Ford, a singer and television host, was known for his rich baritone voice and ability to perform various music genres. “Sixteen Tons” was written by Merle Travis and tells the story of a coal miner’s life, reflecting their harsh working conditions. |
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The Biggest Pop Artists of 1955 include: (HPS music data is compiled from charts, including Billboard’s Pop, Rock, Airplay, R&B/Dance, and Singles Charts. The Hot 100 is the primary chart used for this list.) |
