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The Fortunes, biography
Who doesn't remember
the lovely hits that this band brought us.
Hailing from Birmingham,
England, The Fortunes first came to
prominence and international acclaim during
that Golden Era of Popular Music - the
‘swinging’ mid-sixties.
Following on in the wake of
Merseybeat, and the R&B of The Stones, etc.,
The Fortunes added another dimension to the
sound of the classic pop song with their
special ingredients of sophisticated
orchestration, dual lead vocals and stylish
counter-melodies.
The result was a succession
of distinctive and distinguished hit records
including ‘You’ve Got Your Troubles’, ‘Here
It Comes Again’ and, continuing into the
seventies with more successful releases such
as 'Storm in a Teacup' and 'Freedom Come,
Freedom Go'. These songs have stood the test
of time, becoming household favourites
permanently on playlists everywhere. The
Fortunes remain as one of the UKs premier
harmony groups, and are constantly in demand
worldwide.
From the initial success in
1964 of ‘Caroline’, used as the signature
tune for the influential Pirate Radio
station of the same name, The Fortunes had a
steady succession of world-wide hits. The
Fortunes charted in America in 1970 with ‘The Same Old Feeling’ and again in 1972
with the release of ‘Storm in a Teacup’. The
Fortunes were also the voices for the US
Coca Cola adverts (It’s The Real Thing)
still to be seen and heard in the US today.
Hits in mainland Europe
followed. ‘Seasons in the Sun’ and ‘This
Golden Ring’ were huge hits in The Benelux
Countries.
Paul Hooper
(drums),
Michael Smitham
(guitar) and
Bob Jackson
(keyboards) with newcomer
Eddie Mooney,
ensure the group’s unique blend of harmonies
is backed up with a very high standard of
musical ability honed by many years of
experience. This ensures that The Fortunes’
performances exude class and
professionalism.
Although The Fortunes’ show
concentrates on the hits of Yester-Year, The
Fortunes fantastic vocals together with the
group’s dynamic musical versatility allows
them to stretch their repertoire over a wide
range of material; thus giving them the
luxury of performing many of the great songs
from the beginnings of Rock and Roll to the
present day.
As a testament to The
Fortunes’ continued popularity you need look
no further than to the Gold Disc they were
awarded in 1987 for over 100,000 sales of
the ‘All The Hits and More’ album.
The group remain as popular
as ever, and are constantly in demand to do
TV and radio shows, along with their live
concerts. The Fortunes continue to attract
rave reviews and new fans wherever they
appear.
A Fortunes' show is one of great vocal and
instrumental qualities. This high musical
level in combination with the nostalgia will
give you a night to never ever forget!!
KP-Agency
info@kp-agency.com
Pooters J.
BTW BE
0892.789.186
Licentie nummer VG.1487/BA
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