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Doo-Wop In D.C - MAIN EVENT- ( Page 6 of 6)
Additional moments from here and there
Outside of the ballroom theatre many people gathered to congratulate each other, or just give a warm round of thanks, sign autographs, give hugs, or allow fans (such as myself) to take some close-up pictures!
Lois Harris Powell (Chantels), Gene, Lillian Leach (Mellows), Renee Minus White (Chantels)
Jay's cousin, Jay Johnson, Roberta McLeod (Blackburn Center Director), Gino Parks
Jim, Herb Cox (Cleftones), Arthur Crier
Herb Cox signs autographs for his fans
Richard Barrett & Pookie Hudson
Richard Barrett's adorable son proudly holds his father's trophy and smiles along with dad Richard & Pookie
David Hinckley (New York Daily News writer) & Marv Goldberg (discographer/writer) were two of the honorable mention award recipients
On Saturday, June 26, the three internet doowop clubs (Doowop Corner, Doowop Cafe, & Doowop Soda Shop) put together a wonderful party at the hotel. Many of the performing artists also attended the party. Below are a few memorable moments from that event showcasing some of the performers in attendance.
Gene Tompkins, Lillian Leach, & Arthur Crier doing "Yesterday's Memories" by request
Lorraine Anthanio Lofaso (Socialites), Shirley Crier Fields (Darlettes) & Queen McFarland (current Darlette) hit some awesome notes on some great gospel tunes!
Beverly Lindsay-Johnson, Gino Parks, Sylvia Hammond Akridge (Clickettes), Jim
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