Name: The Twist (Remastered)
Brand: Chubby Checker

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

7186411

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Colour

Black

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Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2020-09-25

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Universal

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

0018771864110

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Total Cap

1 / 7" / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

Chubby Checker

Genre GB

Rockabilly / 50s Rock 'n' Roll

Label GB

ABKCO

ABKCO Records is a music label that was formed in 1968 by Allen Klein, a prominent figure in the music industry. It is part of ABKCO Music & Records, Inc., which was founded in 1961 as Allen Klein & Company. Known for managing artists like Bobby Darin and Sam Cooke, Klein later went on to manage The Rolling Stones and The Beatles.

ABKCO Records primarily focuses on re-releasing recordings from its extensive catalog of music rights. In 1968, Allen Klein acquired Cameo-Parkway Records, and ABKCO still owns the full catalogue of this label today. Additionally, ABKCO owns and/or administers the rights to music by renowned artists such as Sam Cooke, The Rolling Stones, The Animals, Herman's Hermits, Marianne Faithfull, and The Kinks.

Although Allen Klein passed away in 2009 from Alzheimer's Disease, ABKCO Records remains under the ownership of the Klein family. Currently managed by his son Jody Klein and distributed through Universal Music Group, the label continues to preserve and share iconic musical works with audiences worldwide.

Chubby Checker is an American rock’n’roll vocalist who gained fame for popularizing the Twist dance craze with his 1960 hit cover version of Hank Ballard’s R&B hit “The Twist”. Born on October 3, 1941 in Spring Gulley, South Carolina, Chubby Checker's name was rumored to be a record label invention, playing off the popularity of Fats Domino. With his energetic performances and catchy songs, Chubby Checker became a prominent figure in the music industry.

Throughout his career, Chubby Checker released numerous hits that captivated audiences around the world. While some later releases do not feature his original recordings from Parkway records, they were re-recorded around 1980. Despite this, Chubby Checker's talent and influence remain undeniable.

Influenced by artists such as Danny & The Juniors, Bill Haley & His Comets, Lloyd Price, and many others from the rock’n’roll era; Chubby Checker carved out his own unique sound that continues to resonate with fans today. With his contributions to music and unforgettable dance moves associated with the Twist craze, Chubby Checker has solidified himself as a true icon in American music history.

The Twist (Remastered)

Music GB