Timely 1002 - Gay Tunes - Thrill Of Romance

[dennisUVGHRG]

I forgot to mention that Leroy Williams may not have been on the Timely record. He was a later member. Thanks, Dennis - ultimatevocalgroup dot/com

[dennisUVGHRG]

The members listed below were the Gay Tunes on Timely from 1953. Eddie Kirton and Fred Davis along with 3 others reformed the group as the Gaytunes and recorded for the Joyce label in 1957 & Dome records as the Gay Tunes in 1958. In response to the "Gay" reference below, I don't remember the word being used in the 1950's in that connotation. Thanks, Dennis - ultimatevocalgroup dot/com

[doowopman49]

the thrill of this early rhythm and blues!!! although new to this listener, an instant favorite. thank you sooooo very much for the treat. tom d brick,nj

[Ezdduf4kuZ]

I'd like to know why a pop band would choose a name like gay tunes, it just seems unappropriate, even cartoons sounds better as a name for a band. Mind you back in those days these simple names made a hit records. The 4 lads, 4 dots, brothers 4 & the crewcuts are a few examples of simplier times. Nowadays it's Nsync, Backstreetboys, Blink 182 & Eminem.

[doowopman49]

@Ezdduf4kuZ excuse me but this was not a "POP BAND" rather a rhythm and blues group.and great at that. tom d brick,nj doowopman49

[DestinationDooWop]

All of these guys except Carey went on to be the Verdicts (Aljon Records).

[4JUKEBOXSATURDAYNITE]

The Gay Tunes aka Gaytunes- (Brooklyn, New york)

Personnel :

Earl kirton (Lead)

Waymon"Butterball" Carey

Leroy Wiliams

Harry Pinchback (Baritone)

Fred Davis

The Gay Tunes--1953 - Why leave me this way / Thrill of romance (Timely 1002).

Gay Tunes - Thrill Of Romance

[foxrivers]

Lovely song I own the 45. I wish more people my age would appreciate music like this. Doowop is my all time favorite music.

[calimar28]

Is this the same Gaytunes that did "Plea in the Moonlight"?

[calimar28]

Great tune! And back then gay meant happy.

[cheengator]

I rated this one ..sounds good.

[littleleb]

I knew one of these guys. What an odd time warp - to hear his voice after not hearing it for so many years, and yet, knowing that this was recorded before I was born. Pinch, I still remember the way you wore your hat.

[EagerBoy59]

Wow, that's an odd one! Can you tell us any more about him or the group? Thanks for this.

[Headhunter506]

Earl Kirton and the guys were from Bed-Stuy in Brooklyn. This was the only release (originally on 78) by the Gaytunes on Timely Records. It actually was recorded in 1953.

[ImperialSoulRolas]

Man, you got some really great tunes!

[EagerBoy59]

thanks!

[hah13]

you're absolutely right I must be my gray hair that stops me from thinking

[hah13]

did they record for Pet records too?

[EagerBoy59]

Not that I know of. I'd guess you might be thinking of The Gay Knights ('Angel'/'The Loudness Of My Heart) which come out on Pet - another great record.