The Five Americans
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The Five Americans

The Five Americans were an American rock band from Durant, Oklahoma, active during the 1960s. They are best known for their hit single "Western Union," which peaked at number five on the U.S. Billboard chart. Originally formed as The Mutineers, they gained popularity in performance and recorded several singles, achieving varying degrees of success, especially in Canada. The band disbanded in 1969, and several members went on to pursue different careers, with only keyboardist John Durrill surviving as of 2024. Their music is characterized by a blend of rock, pop rock, and garage rock influences, notably featuring the Vox Continental electronic organ.

(Source: Wikipedia)


GENRES: Rock & Roll

Albums

Singles

Evol-Not Love / Don't Blame Me
Evol-Not Love / Don't Blame Me (1966)
I See The Light / The Outcasts
I See The Light / The Outcasts (1966)
Stop Light / Tell Ann I Love Her
Stop Light / Tell Ann I Love Her (1967)
Sympathy / Sound Of Love
Sympathy / Sound Of Love (1967)
Western Union / Now That It's Over
Western Union / Now That It's Over (1967)
I See The Light / Red Cape
I See The Light / Red Cape (1969)