He started off as an arranger for the likes of Jimmie Lunceford, Earl Hines, and Benny Carter.
He led the studio band and served as music director for Ernie Kovacs' TV and radio during his time in Philadelphia.
He led the studio band and served as music director for Ernie Kovacs' TV and radio during his time in Philadelphia.
As leader of the Applejacks, had hits with "Mexican Hat Rock" and "Rocka-Conga."
He was featured in the early rock film "Don't Knock the Rock."
As jack-of-all-trades and house band leader at Cameo-Parkway Records, he backed such artists as Chubby Checker, Bobby Rydell, and the Orlons.
With Kal Mann he wrote such hits as "South Street," "Mashed Potato Time," "Bristol Stomp," and "Let's Twist Again."
He wrapped it all up by producing hits for Tony Orlando and Dawn, including "Tie a Yellow Ribbon" and "Knock Three Times."