My name is Anne Catherine Tierney I'm mikes grand daughter. He recently passed this summer and at his service they played this song. Im so proud to say that my grandfather was a part of this record, almost every time I listen to this song I cry because it reminds me of his smile. I just want to say thanks for putting this up , I know it would mean so much to him. :)
After years of looking, I finally found this recording of this song. I never knew the names of the artists. I loved it in 1957 and used to run to the radio when it was playing (I was 14). It's funny. but I see that I still remembered all the lyrics. Yes, I always though of it as another Crew Cut, 4 Aces, 4 Lads genre. After 54 yrs, I'm so happy to hear this beautiful song again. I'm off to find more songs by the Techniques
I appreciate your reply, James. Thanks for the great sound. Are there other tracks on the net? YouTube? Elsewhere? A Techniques CD? I still have my original-pressing 45 and play it periodically, although it's not as clean (any longer) as my mp3! Fascinating to know the all-star sidemen, too! No wonder it's such a good track - and you guys sang very well. Thank you for the decades of enjoyment. (PS - by the way, do you know anything about the aforementioned Blue Notes?)
Always loved this record; nice to know the names, musicians and short history behind it. They always reminded me of the Blue Notes ("I Don't Know What It Is" on Brooke)), another college vocal group, this time out of NC. How many more Techniques releases are there? All on Roulette? Other labels? Is "Two Leaves" available anywhere in anh after-the-fact release?
There were three records released - 6 songs, all on Roulette. Hey Little Girl was originally released on Stars Label, a local Atlanta Bill Lowery label, then re-released on Roulette. Marindy, Why Did I Ever Let Her Go, Moontan, and two others. Two Leaves was never released to my knowledge in any form.
Interesting trivia about this recording and other Techniques recordings - backup musicians were Ray Stephens, Jerry Reed, Joe South and Chet Atkins. Our very best recording was never released - Two Leaves - which put words to the tune of the New World Symphony.
A correction. Chuck Poston was the tenor in the recording, with Tierney, Moore and Funk. We were all members of the same frat and the Ga Tech Glee club. Not long after the recording, Poston and Tierney went in the service..We were a Four Lads, Four Aces, Crew Cuts type of group.
I don't think this is really a do-wop group. I think it's more of a Four Lads-Ames Brothers-Three Chuckles type group that was trying to update its sound for the late '50s. A good sound nonetheless.
@RaananVolesPianist You`re right on the money! But don`t forget that vintage group harmony is great,whether its pure doo wop,R&B,Gospel,Barber-shop or Pop.This song was often played on the most listened to Doo wop show of all-time, Don K Reed`s doo wop shop on WCBS-FM.NYC, FROM 1974-2002So it had 'crossover" appeal.
Anne, Sorry for the loss of your grandfather and thank you for sharing this information. It's a great record and I'm happy to share it.
leadsquirter 2 months ago
My name is Anne Catherine Tierney I'm mikes grand daughter. He recently passed this summer and at his service they played this song. Im so proud to say that my grandfather was a part of this record, almost every time I listen to this song I cry because it reminds me of his smile. I just want to say thanks for putting this up , I know it would mean so much to him. :)
mybrosadork3 2 months ago
@mybrosadork3
hey ac. this is bonnie. that was sweet. and i totally agree.
athenassister 2 months ago
After years of looking, I finally found this recording of this song. I never knew the names of the artists. I loved it in 1957 and used to run to the radio when it was playing (I was 14). It's funny. but I see that I still remembered all the lyrics. Yes, I always though of it as another Crew Cut, 4 Aces, 4 Lads genre. After 54 yrs, I'm so happy to hear this beautiful song again. I'm off to find more songs by the Techniques
Sheileee 6 months ago
I appreciate your reply, James. Thanks for the great sound. Are there other tracks on the net? YouTube? Elsewhere? A Techniques CD? I still have my original-pressing 45 and play it periodically, although it's not as clean (any longer) as my mp3! Fascinating to know the all-star sidemen, too! No wonder it's such a good track - and you guys sang very well. Thank you for the decades of enjoyment. (PS - by the way, do you know anything about the aforementioned Blue Notes?)
countrypaul 10 months ago
That's absolutly as good as white, pop harmony stuff gets. Thanks for the post.
UncleMike43 11 months ago
Always loved this record; nice to know the names, musicians and short history behind it. They always reminded me of the Blue Notes ("I Don't Know What It Is" on Brooke)), another college vocal group, this time out of NC. How many more Techniques releases are there? All on Roulette? Other labels? Is "Two Leaves" available anywhere in anh after-the-fact release?
countrypaul 11 months ago
@countrypaul
There were three records released - 6 songs, all on Roulette. Hey Little Girl was originally released on Stars Label, a local Atlanta Bill Lowery label, then re-released on Roulette. Marindy, Why Did I Ever Let Her Go, Moontan, and two others. Two Leaves was never released to my knowledge in any form.
JamesT1934 10 months ago
Interesting trivia about this recording and other Techniques recordings - backup musicians were Ray Stephens, Jerry Reed, Joe South and Chet Atkins. Our very best recording was never released - Two Leaves - which put words to the tune of the New World Symphony.
JamesT1934 11 months ago
Обалдеть! (Stunned!)
Yunklob 1 year ago
A correction. Chuck Poston was the tenor in the recording, with Tierney, Moore and Funk. We were all members of the same frat and the Ga Tech Glee club. Not long after the recording, Poston and Tierney went in the service..We were a Four Lads, Four Aces, Crew Cuts type of group.
chuckpost67 1 year ago
@chuckpost67 Correct... for Tinney not Tierney .
Peachyk3693 11 months ago
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leadsquirter 11 months ago
I don't think this is really a do-wop group. I think it's more of a Four Lads-Ames Brothers-Three Chuckles type group that was trying to update its sound for the late '50s. A good sound nonetheless.
RaananVolesPianist 2 years ago
@RaananVolesPianist You`re right on the money! But don`t forget that vintage group harmony is great,whether its pure doo wop,R&B,Gospel,Barber-shop or Pop.This song was often played on the most listened to Doo wop show of all-time, Don K Reed`s doo wop shop on WCBS-FM.NYC, FROM 1974-2002So it had 'crossover" appeal.
thebigfist 1 year ago
Cool tune! I bought this record on Ebay a few days ago. I never heard of the group before, but I really like that song.
AudioMobil 2 years ago
excellent audio--just wish i had the mp3!
insane7trouble 3 years ago
Your welcome! Glad you liked it.
leadsquirter 3 years ago
How to sweet to listen..thank you.
xlqueengrlx 3 years ago
One of the first doo wops I ever heard. My dad bought this in the late 50s when it was out.
PJDooWop 3 years ago
Nice!.
whitedoowopcollector 3 years ago