Marvin & Johnny
Marvin & Johnny was an American doo-wop and rhythm and blues duo active during
the 1950s. The group consisted of Marvin Phillips and Emory "Johnny" Perry, who
first performed together in Los Angeles after meeting as saxophonists in the
Richard Lewis Band. They became best known for the 1954 hit "Cherry Pie,"
released on Modern Records, which became an early doo-wop classic and their
signature recording. Although later singles such as "Day In-Day Out," "Kiss Me,"
and "Little Honey" failed to match its success, the duo played an important role
in the transition from West Coast jump...
