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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