June 22, 1959 Fabian's biggest hit, "Tiger" entered the Billboard chart, where it would top out at #3. In all, the Philadelphia singer, born Fabiano Forte, placed eight songs in the US Top 40. | Johnny Rock and Roll Radio

63K views · 3.1K reactions | On this day in Rock and Roll History March 20 1959 - Still an unknown local singer, 16-year-old Bobby Rydell makes his first TV appearance on American Bandstand. Bobby will record his breakthrough hit, "Kissin' Time" next June, and go on to place a total of nineteen songs on Billboard's Top 40 chart. | Johnny Rock and Roll Radio | Facebook

Cliff Richard & The Drifters - Living Doll (Live) (1959) Released in 1959, "Living Doll" by Cliff Richard & The Drifters became a defining hit in British pop music, cementing Richard's status as the UK's answer to Elvis Presley. The song, with its melodic tune and gentle rock 'n' roll beat, captures youthful romance and innocence through its lyrics about deep affection for a "living doll." Richard's heartfelt and sincere delivery, coupled with The Drifters' harmonious backing, made "Living Doll"