Jay Black Jay Siegel

Jay Black and Jay Siegel are undoubtedly two of the biggest names in the music industry that took the popularity of pop music scene to another level. With their matchless vocal prowess, both lead singers of successful bands gave a plethora of hits. Hence, reaching the pinnacle of fame in the late 1960’s and 70’s. Jay Black fondly known as “The Voice” rose to fame as the frontman of the pop band called Jay and the Americans. Also known as Chapter Four, the band originated in New York catapulting to superstardom through songs like Cara Mia, Come a Little Bit Closer, This Magic Moment, She Cried, Why Can’t You Bring Me Home and Walkin’ in the Rain being just a few among many. Today Jay Black, the backbone of Jay and the Americans continues to reign the hearts of his fans. To join him live at the upcoming event buy Jay Black Jay Siegel tickets.
 
Known to the world as the Jay and the Americans’ lead singer, Jay Black kicked off is career as a songwriter and made his presence known in the songs like No More and Forgive Me. It was later in 1962 that he became an integral part of the band which had been looking for Jay Traynor’s replacement. Thus, Black had big shoes to fill as Traynor was the force behind the pop band. However, with his unique and powerful vocal ability he proved he was the right pick. Thus, in his presence the band’s recognition and popularity went a notch up as Jay and the Americans performed as an opening act for The Beatles and The Rolling Stones and other top notch bands. Not only that, the band was seen on almost every television show including Where the Action Is, Johnny Carson, Red Skelton, Mike Douglas, Shindig, Hullabaloo etc. Even today Jay Black is counted among the most successful singers as his fan base continues to expand.
 
In 2001 his performance on the show titled “Rock, Rhythm and Doo Wop” proved he is still a force to reckon with. Moreover, he also ended up being named “The King of Westbury” for making a record of sell-out concerts at Westbury Music Fair. Jay Black’s discography accounts for a long list of albums. Some of them are; Try Some of This, Capture the Moment, NY City Rock & Roll, Let’s Dance with Jay and the Americans etc. Another legendary singer gracing the stage with his presence is Jay Siegel, known for his vocal strength in the classic song The Lion Sleeps Tonight. Hailing from Brighton Beach, New York, the singer has had his fair share of fame in the late 50’s when the band surfaced. The doo-wop style group has given a vast array of hit numbers like Tonight I Fell in Love, I Hear Trumpets Blow, Portrait of My Love, He’s in Town, and She Lets Her Down being just a handful.
 
Siegel is best known as the lead singer of the band called The Tokens which were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2004. The group emerged in the year 1955 by the name of Linc-Tones. Siegel joined a year later as Eddie Rabkin’s replacement. The initial line-up comprised Neil Sedaka, Eddie Rabkin, Hank Medress, and Cynthia Zolotin till a few years later the band members Zolotin and Sedaka also went their separate ways. Therefore, in 1960 the band was renamed as two new members joined in. Hence paving the way for even a better career. Tonight I Fell in Love and The Lion Sleeps Tonight are among their biggest hits that conquered the Billboard Hot 100 chart and UK Singles chart. Both singles sold over one million copies, consequently attaining gold certifications. The latter still enjoys its success as it has had an ageless association with the Broadway show The Lion King. The song also brings into the picture Jay Siegel’s soaring falsetto which marks the definitive factor of his voice.
 
This living legend has also performed with The Beatles, Chuck Berry and Little Richard while working with artists/bands like The Chiffons, The Happenings, Hot Country etc. Witness the inimitable singer at the forthcoming event by purchasing Jay Black Jay Siegel tickets.