ABOUT
Joe Bennett & The Sparkletones were a rock quartet from Spartanburg, SC that became famous during the late 1950s. They are best known for "Black Slacks" (1957), a Top 20 hit. Formed at at Cowpens High School when the members were all in their teens, the lineup consisted of Wayne Arthur (double bass), Howard Childress (rhythm guitar), Jimmy Denton (drums), and group leader Joe Bennett (lead guitar, vocals).
Best known songs (with years) include:
- Black Slacks (1957)
- Penny Loafers And Bobby Socks (1957)
Pop charts debut year: 1957
Years active: 1956-1961
Genres: Rock & roll, rockabilly
Labels: ABC-Paramount
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