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Roger Williams (born Louis Jacob Weertz; October 1, 1924 – October 8, 2011) was an American popular music pianist.Described by the Los Angeles Times as "one of the most popular instrumentalists of the mid-20th century", and "the rare instrumental pop artist to strike a lasting commercial chord," Williams had 22 hit singles – including the chart-topping "Autumn Leaves" in 1955 and "Born ...
Songs of the Fabulous Fifties is a double album by Roger Williams.It was released in 1957 on the Kapp label (catalog no. KXL-5000). [1] [2]The album debuted on Billboard magazine's popular albums chart on March 23, 1957, reached the No. 6 spot, and remained on that chart for 57 weeks.
Roger Williams was signed by Dave Kapp of Kapp Records when he heard Williams playing in a hotel lounge. He was asked to change his birth name Louis Jacob Weertz to Roger Williams. Williams released an album The Boy Next Door, which failed to make an impact, and then the song "Autumn Leaves". "Autumn Leaves" was recorded at the suggestion of ...
Roger Williams recorded the song in 1958, and it charted on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart, peaking at number 10. Jerry Lee Lewis recorded an instrumental version of the song in 1959. It has been recorded by Marlene Dietrich (1958), Nat King Cole (1962), Pat Boone (1965), Grady Martin [9] and Andy Williams (1959).
Mariette Williams. January 2, 2025 at 5:08 PM. Top Songs of the 1950s Keystone - Getty Images. The 1950s brings to mind poodle skirts, sock hops, and drive-in movies.
This year’s original-song competition features something for everyone: tunes from live-action musicals, animated features, dramas and documentaries, plus the annual entry from 15-time nominee ...
Cherry Pink And Apple Blossom White" by Perez Prado was the number one song of 1955. "Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley & His Comets was the number two song of 1955, and a breakthrough hit for rock and roll. This is a list of Billboard magazine's top 30 singles of 1955 according to retail sales. [1]
OPINION: In celebration of Pharrell Williams’ 50th birthday, theGrio counts down his 10 best songs as the featured singer or rapper. The post Top 10 Pharrell Williams songs featuring the artist ...