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Other segments from the episode on September 1, 1995
"Oldies" From the Archives: A Pop Singer Returns, Older and Wiser.
Dion - 1989 R&R Hall of Fame Inductee. Singer Dion. In the 60s, he was the leader of Dion and Belmonts. They performed such hits as "Runaround Sue" and "The Wanderer." Dion is expected to release his 39th album next year (Originally aired 8/24/87)
"Oldies" From the Archives: Catching Up with Little Anthony.
Singer Little Anthony In the late 50s and 60s, he led the doo-wop group Little Anthony and the Imperials. Among their hits were "Tears on my Pillow," and "Shimmy, Shimmy, Ko-Ko-Bop." (Originally aired 3/17/89)
"Oldies" From the Archives: Ben E. King: The Fresh Air Interview.
Rhythm and Blues singer Ben E. King. He was a member fo the Drifters in the late 50s. His smooth vocals graced such popular hits as "There Goes My Baby" and "Save The Last Dance for Me." His solo career has produced hits like "I (Who Have Nothing)," "Spanish Harlem" and, his best-known song,"Stand By Me." (Originally aired 9/2/88)
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