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16 Legendary Bands and Groups in the 1950s

Do you know your legendary bands and groups from the 1950s? Step into the era of exciting sounds with this band-focused trivia! Each band not only made its mark on music history but also caused cultural changes, influencing the look, sound, and vibe of the 1950s. From different backgrounds, these bands crafted timeless pieces that still resonate today.

Through their unique styles and soundscapes, these legendary bands pushed the boundaries of traditional music, captivating fans worldwide. Some bands reached iconic status, leaving a legacy still admired today. Delve into this trivia to discover more about their impactful contributions to music.

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Sonny Till was the lead singer of which group?

The Five Keys

The Five Keys

The Orioles

The Orioles

The Flamingos

The Flamingos

The Moonglows

The Moonglows

Which group had a hit with Courtroom Blues?

The Robins

The Robins

The Five Satins

The Five Satins

The Spaniels

The Spaniels

The Harp Tones

The Harp Tones

Which group’s first two hits were ‘Maybe’ and ‘He’s Gone’?

The Belmonts

The Belmonts

The Clowns

The Clowns

The Chantels

The Chantels

The Cadillacs

The Cadillacs

Tony Williams was the lead Tenor in which 1950s band?

The Dominoes

The Dominoes

The Platters

The Platters

The Clovers

The Clovers

The Cadillacs

The Cadillacs

Who did ‘The Teenagers’ back?

Frankie Lymon

Frankie Lymon

Ricky Nelson

Ricky Nelson

Chuck Willis

Chuck Willis

Johnny Ace

Johnny Ace

What was the name of Billy Haleys backing group?

The Stars

The Stars

The Moons

The Moons

The Comets

The Comets

The Suns

The Suns

Which of these was the name of a successful 1950s group?

The Del Hans

The Del Hans

The Del Normans

The Del Normans

The Del Vikings

The Del Vikings

The Del Romans

The Del Romans

Which band backed Billy Ward?

The Cadillacs

The Cadillacs

The Platters

The Platters

The Clovers

The Clovers

The Dominoes

The Dominoes

Harvey Fuqua and Bobby Lester were members of which group?

The Flamingos

The Flamingos

The Coasters

The Coasters

The Moonglows

The Moonglows

The Drifters

The Drifters

Tommy Gaither and Johnny Reed were members of which group?

The Moonglows

The Moonglows

The Orioles

The Orioles

The Flamingos

The Flamingos

The Five Keys

The Five Keys

Whose first hit was ‘Money Honey’?

The Platters

The Platters

The Dominoes

The Dominoes

The Cadillacs

The Cadillacs

The Drifters

The Drifters

Which of these is the name of a 1950s chart topping act?

Johnny Ray and the Three Lads

Johnny Ray and the Three Lads

Johnny Ray and The Four Lads

Johnny Ray and The Four Lads

Johnny Ray and the Five Lads

Johnny Ray and the Five Lads

Johnny Ray and the Two Lads

Johnny Ray and the Two Lads

The Big Beat film featured which group?

The Del Vikings

The Del Vikings

The Cadillacs

The Cadillacs

The Clowns

The Clowns

The Belmonts

The Belmonts

Terry ‘Buzzy’ Johnson was a member of which group?

The Flamingos

The Flamingos

The Drifters

The Drifters

The Platters

The Platters

The Coasters

The Coasters

Which band were originally known as The Sentimental Four?

The Moonglows

The Moonglows

The Coasters

The Coasters

The Flamingos

The Flamingos

The Five Keys

The Five Keys

Thomas Threat and Ripley Ingram were members of which group?

The Moonglows

The Moonglows

The Coasters

The Coasters

The Flamingos

The Flamingos

The Five Keys

The Five Keys

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