AboutLou Simon Expertise I can answer questions about many artists, songs or records from 1940-1990. I can often help with song lyrics, artist bio or other information requested
Experience I have programmed oldies radio stations about the USA and have written for radio networks that specialize in oldies programming.
Expert: Lou Simon Date: 7/14/2008 Subject: the startones aka the carnations
Question Hi my husband is the son of the Late Arthur blackwell and he told me a story of his dad being in the singing group the Carnations can you tell me where i can find their music. Is it available for me to buy? He never heard his father sing and I wanted to surprise him. Thanks please email me.
Answer Hi Sandra,
Arthur was in a very early Startones/Carnations line-up and only on their first four recordings, issued on two 45's. Arthur was definitely on the recording "No Time For Tears".
He was replaced by his brother, Tommy, in the group in 1958/9.
Keep checking eBay for vinyl 45's by the group. If you get some, you can have them copied onto CD for future enjoyment.
