The Canadian Sweethearts

The Canadian Sweethearts
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.

Contents

Discography

Albums

Year Album Label
1964 Introducing the Canadian Sweethearts A&M
1967 The Canadian Sweethearts Epic

Singles

Year Single Chart Positions Album
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

  1. ^ Whitburn, Joel (2008). Hot Country Songs 1944 to 2008. Record Research, Inc. p. 77. ISBN 0-89820-177-2. 

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