They added keyboardist Dennis Miccols, changed their name to "The Pulsations," and landed a job as the house band on a local (WGN-TV) television variety show. The show's producer suggested they adopt a more "contemporary" (i.e. British) name, and The Buckinghams were born.
Everyone used to call them groovy and hip, now they're the tightest act around. They've got edge. They sing their songs with a pop and sizzle that makes people take notice. From the first note to the last encore, they grab the audience and never let go.
With a two minute recording called "Kind Of A Drag", five teenagers from Chicago's west side found themselves propelled into the national spotlight. Neighborhood kids drawn together by music, they landed a spot on a local teen showcase and managed to record a song on USA Records. The single rolled to number one on the Chicago charts in early 1966, and swiftly proceeded to top the national charts.
After the demise of USA Records, the Buckinghams signed with Columbia and followed "Kind Of A Drag" with "Don't You Care", "Mercy, Mercy, Mercy", and "Susan".
The Buckinghams have appeared on The Ed Sullivan Show, Jerry Lewis, American Bandstand, The Smothers Brothers, Entertainment Tonight, P.M. Magazine, and Classic Rock with Wolfman Jack.
The wide appeal of the Buckinghams can be attributed to the energy and excitement of their performances. Despite their wholesome image, they play no-nonsense rock 'n roll, performing each song as if it were the first time, with an infectious zeal and pop that grabs attention.
Original members Carl Giammarese and Nick Fortuna have put heavy emphasis on reestablishing themselves as a major recording group. With the creation of a CD of original music entitled "Terra Firma" and a brand new Buckinghams' CD "Live & Well," The Buckinghams have captured the excitement and enthusiasm of their live performance.
In any setting - festival, casino, fair, concert, party or corporate event - The Buckinghams create an immediate rapport with their audience, drawing them into the spirit and energy of the music. This is what makes The Buckinghams as exciting today as they ever were.
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