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| Left to Right: Jesse, Alex, Gaynel, Buster |
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| THE TURKS: 1957 -- |
Gaynel went on to form the original Platters;
sang with them on their first 16 records, including Only You on Federal Records; sang and recorded with the Turks
on Money and Cash labels "I'm a Fool" "Father Time" "Trudy my Love" and other hits.
He then signed an exclusive recording contract with
RCA Victor and recorded six singles; two were released: "Bachelor in Paradise" from the movie of the same name, which was
nominated for Grammy Song of the Year, and "The Door is Still Open," a Chuck
Willis song arranged by Herb Albert.
Later in 1969, Gaynel was the Musical Director, pianist
and vocalist with The World Famous Ink Spots.
| Paul Stubblefield, George Grant, Gaynel Hodge |
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| The Ink Spots Remembered |
In 1990 Gaynel moved to California to join the Original
Platters and to record for Bruce Patch of Classic Records. He also did several concerts for the Doo Wop Society.
Gaynel continues to create and produce music that
is excellent to indulge in. Be sure to go to the New Releases page for more on Gaynel's recent productions.
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