31K views · 1.6K reactions | Colin Hicks was the younger brother of British rock'n' roll pioneer Tommy Hicks aka Tommy Steele. However at home, in the UK, the hoped-for success never materialised despite being signed up by the same managers, several top-of-the-bill tours and some TV appearances. Born: February 1941 (age 81 years), Cornwall #rockabillyitalia | Rockabilly Italia | Facebook

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WHIRLWIND " Teenage Boogie " (Live Paris 1980 British rockabilly / rock 'n' roll band formed in the late 1970s. "Whirlwind" was a significant rockabilly band that emerged from the British rockabilly revival scene in the late 1970s. Here's a summary of key information: They formed in 1976. The band was founded by singer Nigel Dixon and drummer Phil Hardy. Other key members included guitarist Mike Lewis and bassist Chris Emo. They were a popular live act in the UK. They helped bridge the gap betwe

29K views · 735 reactions | 31 Jan 1959 Elvis Presley had his third UK No.1 single 'One Night / I Got Stung' a double A side, (originally written and recorded under the title 'One Night of Sin') a revival of the Smiley Lewis's R&B hit. Presley was in the army by the time this song reached No.1 #rockabillyitalia | Rockabilly Italia | Facebook