New England Doo Wop Society

The Dance Contests
One way to spotlight the songs, the dancers, and the dances on American Bandstand was to hold dance contests. Kids in the studio loved them, and the viewers did, too. The rules were simple. Contestants had to sign up to get a number, then once a week they pinned numbers on their backs, much like they did in the dance marathons in the thirties. During the contests, viewers cast ballots for their favorite dancers. Each contest lasted three or four weeks, after which winners were announced on the air. Several of the winners confessed that the voting was done more on popularity merit. Still, they took their prizes, which ranged from portable TVs to juke boxes.

If you haven't seen them at one of our shows, we have nifty, cool-looking 50s styled licence plate holders that will really dress up your vehicle! It has the New England Doo Wop Society name and logo on it and it comes in two colors. The cost is $25. So, be cool, look cool and be the FIRST on your block to have one of these! Just call Bob Mankus @413-781-2627 for all the details.

We have also added to our line of T-shirts with small sizes for the grand-kids. They come in multiple colors and will make GREAT presents! They sell for only $8.95.

We also have added LONG-sleeve shirts to our collection and they sell for $17.95 and make a GREAT present, too. They also come in multiple colors. Call Bob B. @ 413-786-1929 for details.

New England Doo Wop Hats Are Now In Stock!

COLORS: Black with Gold Trim - White with Green Trim and Red with Gold Trim. One size fits all (adjustable) Price: $15.00 (Society Members $12.00)

Of course, we always have a selection of regular T-shirts on hand. Check the bottom of this page for all the details.

Please make all checks or money orders out to the New England Doo Wop Society and always put your phone number and/or e-mail in your letter in case we have to get back to you. THANK YOU!

The New England Doo Wop Society has t-shirts for sale with our name on the left corner. Sizes include XXL, XL, L and M in four colors and are $12 each ($10 for members). Address is NE Doo Wop Society, Box 40, Agawam, MA 01001. (Please add $2 for shipping) If you'd like to become a member of the Society, please e-mail or write for more details. Yearly dues are $20.00. Thanks. If you would like to send us a message, please reply to us at: newenglanddoowopsociety.org NEED MORE INFO E-MAIL BOB AT echoes.past@Yahoo.com OR YOU CAN E-MAIL GARY AT doowopgmj@yahoo.com

Echoes Of The Past is a glossy-covered, 32 page, oldies magazine that has been in operation since 1987. It features articles with noted writers like Carl Janusek, Bob Bosco, Nay Nassar, Steve Propes, Larry Stidom and many others. There are columns on collecting, the California scene and much more. It is published every 90 days and the yearly subscription is only $16.99. To subscribe, send check or money order to Echoes of The Past, Box 40, Agawam, MA 01001. Thanks!

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WHERE CAN YOU STILL FIND OLD MUSIC ON CDS? The "Official" New England Doo Wop Society website for oldies is Disconecds.com. Our friend, Doug Sterbenz, who can be found at our live shows with a table of fantastic CDs and more, runs this outstanding site for music lovers. Check his site for some great oldies. It is very cool!

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