The Five Americans - Songs

ABOUT

The Five Americans were a rock band with an upbeat sound that became famous during the late 1960s. Best known for the energetic "Western Union" (1967), which became a million-seller, other top hits include "I See The Light" (1966), "Sound Of Love" (1967), and "Zip Code" (1967).

Formed in 1962 in Durant, Oklahoma at Southeastern State College, the lineup consisted of keyboardist John Durrill, guitarist Norman Ezell (October 7, 1941 - May 8, 2010), bassist Jim Grant (July 9, 1943 - November 29, 2004), drummer Jimmy Wright (December 2, 1947 - January 30, 2012), and lead singer/lead guitarist Mike Rabon (April 16, 1943 - February 11, 2022). Originally known as The Mutineers, the band changed its name to The Five Americans in response to the onslaught of the British Invasion. At the height of their commercial fame, The Five Americans appeared on such TV shows as "American Bandstand" and "Where The Action Is." By 1969, the group had disbanded after a number of personnel changes. John Durrill, who was also a member of The Ventures and wrote "Dark Lady" for Cher and "Misery And Gin" for Merle Haggard, is the group's only surviving member.

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The Five Americans

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