May 21, 2021 Record of the Day

Many consider the Shirelles to be the first great girl-group of the Rock N Roll era but others say it was the Chantels who first hit big in 1957 with the doo-wop classic, “Maybe.” Led by lead singer Arlene Smith, who at twelve years old performed at Carnegie Hall, the group’s singles and albums are highly sought after. In 1958 End Records released the album “We Are the Chantels.” Copies where a juke box is pictured on the cover are worth up to $250.00. However, copies where the group is shown can get you $2,000.00 today. Both are seen here.

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