TheCrew-Cuts
The Crew-Cuts were a Canadian vocal and doowop quartet, that made a number of popular records that charted in the United States and worldwide. They were most famous for their recording of the Chords' hit record "Sh-Boom".
- Origin
- Toronto
- Active since
- 1952
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Biography
Story
The Crew-Cuts were a Canadian vocal and doo-wop quartet formed in Toronto in 1952. They gained fame with their 1954 cover of "Sh-Boom," originally performed by the American group The Chords. The group achieved notable popularity during the 1950s and 1960s, recognized for their traditional pop and doo-wop style. They recorded several albums under labels such as Mercury Records, RCA Records, and Chess Records. The Crew-Cuts disbanded in 1964 and were inducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame in 1984.
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Formed in 1952 in Toronto.
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Famous for the 1954 cover of "Sh-Boom."
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Inducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame in 1984.
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Recorded under labels like Mercury Records and RCA Records.
Awards
- Panthéon de la musique canadienne1984
Selection
Discography
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- The Glory of Love1953
The Glory of Love
- Crew Cut Capers1954
Crew Cut Capers
- The Crewcuts Go Long Hair1955
The Crewcuts Go Long Hair
- The Crew Cuts on the Campus1956
The Crew Cuts on the Campus
- The Crew Cuts1956
The Crew Cuts
- Rock and Roll Bash1956
Rock and Roll Bash
- Surprise Package1959
Surprise Package
- Presenting The Crew Cuts1959EP
Presenting The Crew Cuts
- The Crew-Cuts Sing1959
The Crew-Cuts Sing
- You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby!1960
You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby!
- The Crew Cuts Have a Ball / Bowling Tips1960
The Crew Cuts Have a Ball / Bowling Tips
- Sing Out1961
Sing Out
- High School Favorites1962
High School Favorites
- The Great New Sound of the Crew-Cuts1963
The Great New Sound of the Crew-Cuts
- Life Could Be a Dream2009
Life Could Be a Dream
- Gum Drop2010EP
Gum Drop
- Six Play2010EP
Six Play
- Crazy 'Bout Ya Baby2010EP
Crazy 'Bout Ya Baby
FAQ
About the artist
Q01When was the band formed?+
The Crew-Cuts was formed in 1952.
Q02Where is the artist from?+
The Crew-Cuts is from Toronto, Canada.
Q03What genre of music do they play?+
The Crew-Cuts play traditional pop music, pop, doo-wop, and big band music.
Q04What are their biggest hits?+
Some of The Crew-Cuts' biggest hits include the albums "The Glory of Love" (1953) and "Crew Cut Capers" (1954).
Q05How long has the band been active?+
The Crew-Cuts were active from 1952 until their breakup in 1964.
Q06Have they won any awards?+
Yes, The Crew-Cuts were inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1984.