Description: Chicago, Illinois band formed in 1952 while they were at Crane High School by Frank Cowan (lead), Leonard Mitchell (first tenor), Wes Spraggins (second tenor), Robert Tharpe (baritone), Clifford Clayborn (bass). In the late 50s they recorded their first singe when Reggie Jackson had already replaced Cowan as lead, Sam Stewart had replaced Clayborn as bass vocalist and Spraggins had left the group.. For their Paso Records' 1961 single they had Major Lance as lead vocalist. In 1963 they had Eddie Williams as lead vocalist, the year that they were meant to have their biggest hit "Gorila". In 1966 they wrere reduced to a trio with Leonard Mitchell, Reggie Jackson and Sam Stewart. Soon after their demise, Robert Tharpe adopted the nickname Tommy Dark and duetted with Jerry O for some mid 60's singles. Leonard Mitchell joined Channel 3 for one single in the early 70's. The Ideals – Don Juan / The Gorilla Label:Cortland – C-110 Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM Country:US Released:1963 ADon Juan 1:51 BThe Gorilla 2:10
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Artist: The Ideals
Speed: 45 RPM
Record Label: Cortland
Release Title: Don Juan / The Gorilla
Case Type: Paper Sleeve
Color: Black
Material: Vinyl
Type: Single
Format: Record
Record Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+)
Release Year: 1963
Language: English
Era: 1960s
Style: Classic R&B, Doo Wop, Frat Rock, Northern Soul
Record Size: 7"
Genre: R&B & Soul
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
