Gene Vincent was a British rock and roll musician who played a crucial role in shaping the genre's early years. Born Vincent Willis Shuett, he adopted the stage name Gene Vincent to pay homage to his idol, Johnny Cash's stage name, "Johnny Cash." With his unique blend of country, blues, and rhythm and blues, Vincent released several successful singles, including "Be-Bop-A-Lula" and "Bluejean Bop," which became staples in the early rock and roll scene.
Gene Vincent's music was characterized by its raw energy, emotive vocals, and a rebellious spirit that resonated with fans. His most notable work came during his time with the Blue Caps, a band he formed in 1958 with guitarist Cliff Gallup, bassist Jumpin' Jack Neal, and drummer Paul Peek. The group's music was marked by Vincent's distinctive voice and style, which blended elements of country, rockabilly, and early punk.
In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Gene Vincent's popularity waned as the musical landscape shifted towards more mainstream styles. He continued to release music throughout his life, but it was not until the 1980s that he experienced a resurgence in popularity with the rise of punk rock and new wave. His influence can be seen in many later rock bands, including The Stray Cats, who covered several of his songs. Gene Vincent's legacy as one of the pioneers of early rock and roll remains unchallenged to this day.
GENE VINCENT * Day The World Turned Blue BUDDAH LP French/France 1970
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GENE VINCENT 45 'BE-BOP-A-LULA' USA CAPITOL CLASSIC 1956 ROCKABILLY VG
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Gene Vincent - Rhythm In Blue - Used Vinyl Record - 15 - A7294z
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UK 60s POP/PSYCH/BEAT etc 7" VINYL DEMO - GENE VINCENT 'HUMPITY DUMPITY'
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Gene Vincent & His Blue Caps - Rocky Road Blues - 1958 German 1st Press 7"
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Gene Vincent E.P "Hot Rod Gang" VG/Ex Capitol EAP1 985 from 1958
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Gene Vincent and his Blue Caps Hot Rod Gang EP 7in 45 rpm EAP1-985 1958
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Ian Dury - Wake Up And Make Love With Me / Sweet Gene Vincent 7" Please Read
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Gene Vincent - I've Got To Get You Yet - 7" Single Capitol Records (45-CL 15115)
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GENE VINCENT Be-Bop-A-Lula 1972 USA 7" vinyl single Lotta Lovin' 45
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Gene Vincent "My Heart + I've Got To Get To You Yet" Ex Capitol CL 15115 - 1959
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Gene Vincent Say Mama Be Bop Boogie Boy Capitol Records 7” Single Ex Cond
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Gene Vincent, Gene Vincent Rocks! And The Blue Caps Roll vinyl LP
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Gene Vincent She She Little Sheila Hot Dollar 7” Capitol Records EX Cond Single
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Gene Vincent Whos Pushin Your Swing 1959 UK Capitol 7 Inch Vinyl OG Sleeve
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GENE VINCENT+BLUE CAPS-BLUEJEAN BOP-FRENCH CAPITOL-12" VINYL LP-12 TRACKS-AS NEW
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Gene Vincent - Say Mama / Be Bop Boogie Boy - CL 14974 - 1959 - Vinyl Ex
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Rock n Roll / Garage Gene Vincent – Bird-Doggin Challenge – 59337 Reissue
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Gene Vincent - Rhythm In Blue - Used Vinyl Record - 53 - A7294z
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Gene Vincent - For Collectors Only - Used Vinyl Record - 52 - A7294z
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Gene Vincent – The Capitol Golden Years - Gene Vincent Story vol. 7 et 8 LP
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