The Canadian Sweethearts
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The Canadian Sweethearts | |
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| Origin | Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Genres | Country Rockabilly |
| Years active | 1958–1977 |
| Labels | Almo International Records, A&M Records, Epic Records |
| Members | Lucille Starr Bob Regan |
The Canadian Sweethearts were a Canadian singing duo, who were popular during the 1960s, but disbanded in 1977. The duo consisted of vocalist Lucille Starr, and her guitar playing husband, Bob Regan. Regan was born on March 13, 1931 and died on March 5, 1990.[1]
Often referred to as Bob & Lucille, the duo recorded at a small recording studio in Hollywood, California and later for Epic Records in Nashville, Tennessee. They also recorded for A&M Records, with an early single release being "Out For Fun" and "Freight Train".
They are best known for the rockabilly song, "Eeny Meeny Miney Moe." Their contribution to the genre has been recognized by the Rockabilly Hall of Fame.
Discography
Albums
| Year | Album | Label |
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| 1962 | Say You Love Me (as Bob Regan and Lucille Starr) | A&M |
| 1964 | Introducing the Canadian Sweethearts | |
| 1967 | The Canadian Sweethearts | Epic |
Singles
| Year | Single | Chart Positions | Album | |
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| CAN Country | US Country | |||
| 1964 | "Hootenanny Express" | — | 45 | Introducing the Canadian Sweethearts |
| 1965 | "Stand Upon the Mountain" | 5 | — | |
| "Lookin' Back to See" | 2 | — | The Canadian Sweethearts | |
| 1966 | "Don't Knock on My Door" | 1 | — | Singles only |
| 1968 | "Let's Wait a Little Longer" | — | 51 | |
| 1970 | "Dream Baby" (as Bob Regan & Lucille Starr) | 28 | 50 | |
References
- ^ Whitburn, Joel (2008). Hot Country Songs 1944 to 2008. Record Research, Inc. p. 77. ISBN 0-89820-177-2.
External links
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