The Pied Pipers
A nostalgic big band artist.
Originally consisting of eight members, the Pied Pipers had their greatest success after nearly half of the members left the group. The remaining Pipers (Billy Wilson, Chuck Lowry, Jo Stafford, and her then-husband John Huddleston) joined the Tommy Dorsey Band in 1939, backing Sinatra on many classic recordings. In 1942 the Pied Pipers broke away from Dorsey, and Huddleston joined the army, to be replaced by Hal Hopper, one of the original eight members. The group backed Johnny Mercer on several tracks during the early 40s, including "Candy" and "Blues in the Night." Their first single ("Deacon Jones"/"Pistol Packin' Mama") was released in 1943. Stafford had become quite busy with her solo career and left the group in 1944, to be replaced by June Hutton. Throughout the rest of the decade the Pied Pipers charted frequently, yet their popularity waned in the '50s. A group bearing the Pied Pipers' name still tours today. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rovi
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What kind of music does The Pied Pipers play?+
The Pied Pipers plays big band, adult standards - refined and atmospheric, rooted in tradition rather than chasing trends. Originally consisting of eight members, the Pied Pipers had their greatest success after nearly half of the members left the group.
What are The Pied Pipers live shows like?+
The Pied Pipers's live sets are atmospheric and controlled - built around sound detail and dynamics rather than spectacle.
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