The Crew-Cuts
- Origin
- Toronto
- Formed
- 1952
- Genres
- pop music traditionnelle, pop, Doo-wop, musique de big band
- Labels
- Mercury Records, RCA Records, Chess Records
Biography
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.
Highlights
- Formed in 1952 in Toronto.
- Famous for the 1954 cover of "Sh-Boom."
- Inducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame in 1984.
- Recorded under labels like Mercury Records and RCA Records.
Discography
- The Glory of Love1953
- Crew Cut Capers1954
- The Crewcuts Go Long Hair1955
- The Crew Cuts on the Campus1956
- The Crew Cuts1956
- Rock and Roll Bash1956
- Surprise Package1959
- Presenting The Crew Cuts · EP1959
- The Crew-Cuts Sing1959
- You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby!1960
- The Crew Cuts Have a Ball / Bowling Tips1960
- Sing Out1961
- High School Favorites1962
- The Great New Sound of the Crew-Cuts1963
- Life Could Be a Dream2009
- Gum Drop · EP2010
- Six Play · EP2010
- Crazy 'Bout Ya Baby · EP2010
- The Crewcuts Swing the Masters
Awards
- 🏆Panthéon de la musique canadienne (1984)
FAQ
When was the band formed?
The Crew-Cuts was formed in 1952.
Where is the artist from?
The Crew-Cuts is from Toronto, Canada.
What genre of music do they play?
The Crew-Cuts play traditional pop music, pop, doo-wop, and big band music.
What are their biggest hits?
Some of The Crew-Cuts' biggest hits include the albums "The Glory of Love" (1953) and "Crew Cut Capers" (1954).
How long has the band been active?
The Crew-Cuts were active from 1952 until their breakup in 1964.
Have they won any awards?
Yes, The Crew-Cuts were inducted into the Canadian Music Hall of Fame in 1984.
