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Getting lumped UpRockerMike and Rob Presents: Don Dannemann from The CyrkleRockerMike and Rob Presents: Don Dannemann from The Cyrkle
The Cyrkle was an American rock band formed in the early 1960s. They gained fame in the mid-1960s with hits like “Red Rubber Ball” and “Turn-Down Day.” Their music is characterized by catchy melodies and harmonies, and they were associated with the “British Invasion” sound of the era. The band disbanded in the late 1960s, but their music continues to be appreciated by fans of 1960s pop and rock.
Don Dannemann is best known as a founding member of the 1960s rock band The Cyrkle. He was the guitarist and vocalist for...2024-04-091h 20
Retro Rock Roundup with Mike and Jeremy WilesInterview with Don Dannemann of The CyrkleDon Danneman, founding member of The Cyrkle, returns to our studio to announce that 58 years after the band's first hit single, Red Rubber Ball, The Cyrkle are releasing a great new single "Dance With Me Tonight" and a new album "Revival".2024-03-0546 min
Follow Your Dream - Music And Much More!The Cyrkle - Don Dannemann, Mike Losekamp, Pat McLaughlin. '60s Stars With "Red Rubber Ball" And "Turn Down Day". Managed By Brian Epstein. Opened For The Beatles On Their Last U.S. Tour In 1966!The Cyrkle hit the top of the charts in 1966 with two big hits: "Red Rubber Ball", co-written by Paul Simon, which reached #2, and "Turn Down Day", which reached #16. The band had a special relationship with The Beatles - they were managed by Brian Epstein, got the unique spelling of their name from John Lennon, and opened for The Beatles on their 1966 U.S. tour including their last live stadium concert appearance at Candlestick Park in San Francisco. Don Dannemann is an original member of the band, and together with Mike Losekamp and Pat McLaughlin, they tell the Cyrkle's story.2023-12-1830 min
Talk and Rock Radio PodcastThe Cyrkle 'The Opening Act for The Beatles'The Cyrkle band was formed by guitarists and lead singers Don Dannemann and Tom Dawes (who also played bass guitar), and Jim Maiella (the original drummer), who all met while studying at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania. Dannemann enlisted in the US Coast Guard in 1966. The other members were Earle Pickens on keyboards and Marty Fried on drums. They were originally a "frat rock" band called The Rhondells but were later discovered and managed by Brian Epstein, who was best known as manager of the Beatles. Epstein found out about the band when his business partner, New York attorney N...2023-04-131h 23
the Millennial Throwback MachineEpisode 188 Part 2: Billy Stewarthey Guys! so I have some exciting news for you. the first single off my second EP is coming out in October, so please do follow my artist page on Spotify so that way you can get notified when the song comes out. My artist name is Sam L. Williams. this week I dive into the history behind last week's artist and song which was Billy Stewart's Sitting In The Park. here I talk about the history behind the label this song was released on, plus the history behind the label's recording studio plus the musicians that played on...2022-08-0957 min
Something Will Happen: A Beatles Music Festival PodcastSomething About Opening for the Beatles with the CyrkleIn the latest episode of Something Will Happen, Melissa talks with Don Dannemann of the Cyrkle. Don is one of the two original members that will be performing at Abbey Road on the River this May. Don shares the history of the Cyrkle and what it was like to work with Beatles’ manager Brian Epstein.
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Podcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The PodcastGuests: Don Dannemann, Gary Lane & Larry Lane
Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle shares the story of how he got the chance to make new music with his late partner, Tommy Dawes.
Filmmakers Gary and Larry Lane discuss their documentary, STILL WORKING 9 TO 5, which looks at the lasting impact of the film, 9 TO 5.
2022-04-0640 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastGuests: Don Dannemann, Gary Lane & Larry Lane
Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle shares the story of how he got the chance to make new music with his late partner, Tommy Dawes.
Filmmakers Gary and Larry Lane discuss their documentary, STILL WORKING 9 TO 5, which looks at the lasting impact of the film, 9 TO 5.2022-04-0640 min
The Vibes Broadcast NetworkWe Thought We Could Fly-Don Dannemann Of The Cyrkle Talks About His New SongSend us a textWe Thought We Could Fly-Don Dannemann Of The Cyrkle Talks About His New Song#music #Cyrkle #recordcollector #60smusic #newmusic Don Dannemann talks about his new song. He is the lead singer and guitarist of The Cyrkle.The Cyrkle is best known for their 1966 song "Red Rubber Ball", which went to No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It sold over one million copies, and was awarded a gold disc.[4] It was co-written by Paul Simon, of Simon and Garfunkel, and Bruce Woodley of The Seekers, and was released by...2022-03-2939 min
the Millennial Throwback MachineEpisode 172 Part One: The HolliesHey Guys! so this week is show week for me, and tonight, I"m playing at Trip in Santa Monica and my set time is 9pm and it's free!. hope to see you there. this week I travel back to the British Invasion, and I do probably one of THEE MOST underrated 60's groups of all time, but these guys were SO GOOD! and they were REALLY good and creative musicians from the British Invasion, and today I'm doing one of their songs, so I hope you enjoy my analysis and breakdown of this song and next week, I'll dive...2022-03-2729 min
The Cowsills Podcast41: The Cowsills Interview Pat McLoughlin of The CyrkleThis week's guest is Pat McLoughlin of the classic band The Cyrkle. The Cyrkle is best known for their gold record hits Red Rubber Ball and Turn Down Day. They're bringing back the happy days of their 1960s hits to audiences across the country. The reformed lineup, beginning in 2016, featured original members Don Dannemann and Michael Losekamp, joined by Pat McLoughlin, Mike Rousculp (d. 2019), Don White, Scott Langley, and later by Mike Shoaf (2019-2021) and Dean Kastran. The band was managed by Brian Epstein of The Beatles fam, being the only american band ever managed by Brian Epstein. They got their nam...2022-01-051h 06
The Vibes Broadcast NetworkThe CyrkleSend us a textListen to the VibesThe CyrkleDon Dannemann and Mike Losekamp,two original members of the 60’s popmusic group The Cyrkle, best knownfor the hit songs Red Rubber Ball andTurn Down Day, have reunited, addeda few new members, and reinventedthemselves around the 50thanniversary of the band’s success.Named The Cyrkle by John Lennonhimself and managed by none other than BrianEpstein, they were The Beatles opening act on 18tour dates including Augu...2021-05-201h 13
Howe's ThingsIt's Don Dannemann of The CyrkleIn this episode Nic sits down with Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle to discuss their biggest hits (Red Rubber Ball and Turn Down Day), touring with The Beatles as well as the bands recent reformation.
Find the band at TheCyrkle.com or on Facebook or Twitter.2021-01-0358 minPodcast – Downtown with Rich KimballDowntown: The PodcastDon McLean, Don Danneman.
Singer-Songwriter Don McLean talks with us about his new album, “Still Playin’ Favorites.”
Singer and guitarist Don Dannemann looks back on his time in The Cyrkle, who scored huge hits with Red Rubber Ball and Turn Down Day.
2020-11-1142 minDowntown: The PodcastDowntown: The PodcastDon McLean, Don Danneman.
Singer-Songwriter Don McLean talks with us about his new album, “Still Playin’ Favorites.”
Singer and guitarist Don Dannemann looks back on his time in The Cyrkle, who scored huge hits with Red Rubber Ball and Turn Down Day.2020-11-1142 min
I Saw The BeatlesI Saw The Beatles - Episode 8 with Don Dannemann Part 3Welcome back to episode 8 of I Saw The Beatles. This week is Part 3 (finale) of our conversation with Don Dannemann, the lead singer of The Cyrkle. The Cyrkle, an east coast band, was managed by Brian Epstein and opened for The Beatles during their 1966 U.S. tour. Their song Red Rubber Ball hit #2 on the Billboard charts the same week in July 1966 that The Beatles' Paperback Writer was #1.
For more information on Don Dannemann and The Cyrkle (including upcoming tour dates)
The Cyrkle website: www.TheCyrkle.com
The Cyrkle Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheCyrkle2020-08-0919 min
I Saw The BeatlesI Saw The Beatles - Episode 7 with Don Dannemann Part 2Welcome back to episode 6 of I Saw The Beatles. Our very special guest today is Don Dannemann, the lead singer of The Cyrkle. The Cyrkle, an east coast band, was managed by Brian Epstein and opened for The Beatles during their 1966 U.S. tour. Their song Red Rubber Ball hit #2 on the Billboard charts the same week in July 1966 that The Beatles' Paperback Writer was #1.
For more information on Don Dannemann and The Cyrkle (including upcoming tour dates)
The Cyrkle website: www.TheCyrkle.com
The Cyrkle Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheCyrkle2020-08-0215 min
RPM45The Cyrkle - Don Dannemann & Mike LosekampThe Cyrkle had two big hits in 1966: "Red Rubber Ball" and "Turn Down Day." They're also known for being an opening act the Beatles' final U.S. tour that same year.But only a few years before, the band was known as the Rhondells - the #1 party band on the campus of Lafayette University - a small private school in Easton, PA.In this episode of RPM45, we talk about:How Beatles manager Brian Epstein became their manager.How John Lennon gave them their new name.Their experience opening for The Beatles.How Paul Simon co-wrote "...2020-07-2941 min
I Saw The BeatlesI Saw The Beatles - Episode 6 with Don Dannemann Part 1Welcome back to episode 6 of I Saw The Beatles. Our very special guest today is Don Dannemann, the lead singer of The Cyrkle. The Cyrkle, an east coast band, was managed by Brian Epstein and opened for The Beatles during their 1966 U.S. tour. Their song Red Rubber Ball hit #2 on the Billboard charts the same week in July 1966 that The Beatles' Paperback Writer was #1.
For more information on Don Dannemann and The Cyrkle (including upcoming tour dates)
The Cyrkle website: www.TheCyrkle.com
The Cyrkle Facebook: www.facebook.com/TheCyrkle2020-07-0815 min
Planet LudwigThe Beatles Hour with Steve Ludwig # 58In these 60 minutes with the Fabs, we'll hear 3 technically-altered John solo songs (scarilege!!!), 2 Beatles remixes (more sacrilege!!!), 2 solo Paul demos, 1 Beatle George live performance, 1 solo George demo, 1 Beatle Ringo demo & 1 Beatle alternate mix, 1 John & Ringo "duet," and a snippet of our interview with founding member & lead singer of sixties band, The Cyrkle - Don Dannemann. Don tells us what it was like having Beatles' manager Brian Epstein as THE CYRKLE'S manager (Brian's only American group). Yeah! Yeah! Yeah!2020-06-221h 03
Planet LudwigSteve Ludwig's Classic Pop Culture # 146 - DON DANNEMANNThe sixties band, The Cyrkle, had six Top Ten hits, including "Red Rubber Ball" & "Turn-Down Day." Don Dannemann, the Cyrkle's founding member, original lead singer, lead guitarist, & songwriter joins host Steve Ludwig for an hour of very cool memories. Did you know the band was named by a Beatle? Did you that Brian Epstein, the Beatles' manager, was also the Cyrkle's manager? We'll talk about Brian as well as the early days of the Cyrkle. Plus, Don tells us about the re-formed Cyrkle. Wait until you hear some of the new Cyrkle's music!2020-05-291h 31
Beatles News Briefs#82 - Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle on their career, Brian Epstein and touring with the BeatlesOn this episode, we welcome Don Dannemann of The Cyrkle, the group whose Top 20 hits "Red Rubber Ball" (written by Paul Simon) and "Turn-Down Day" were familiar to AM audiences during 1966. But The Cyrkle's history also includes a huge Beatles connection, since they were managed by Brian Epstein and also went on tour with The Beatles in the U.S. He'll talk about all that and their current doings (which include a new album). Thanks for listening!
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BEACH BLANKET FORT BINGOEPISODE #42: Don Dannemann (THE CYRKLE)Stephen Schnee chats with The Cyrkle's Don Dannemann about the band's career in the '60s including three albums, two hit singles ("Red Rubber Ball" and "Turn-Down Day") and their association with The Beatles, which included sharing a manager AND being named by one of the Fabs! Enjoy this conversation and keep updated on all things The Cyrkle over on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/thecyrkle/2020-04-1857 min
Lehigh Valley with Love MediaDon Danneman of The Cyrkle, a band that toured with The BeatlesWe’re back for Season 3 of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast and we’re starting it out with some Beatle-mania. Don Dannemann was a founding member of the band The Cyrkle, which got its start at Lafayette College in the early 1960s. The band was named by John Lennon himself. Thank you to Don for […]2020-01-2800 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastDon Danneman of The Cyrkle, a band that toured with The BeatlesWe’re back for Season 3 of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast and we’re starting it out with some Beatle-mania.
Don Dannemann was a founding member of the band The Cyrkle, which got its start at Lafayette College in the early 1960s. The band was named by John Lennon himself.
Thank you to Don for taking the time to share some truly amazing stories with us about his days as a rock mega star.
Be sure to check out The Cyrkle on Facebook. They’re still at it!
Subscribe to the Le...2020-01-2800 minLehigh Valley with Love PodcastDon Danneman of The Cyrkle, a band that toured with The BeatlesWe’re back for Season 3 of the Lehigh Valley with Love Podcast and we’re starting it out with some Beatle-mania.
Don Dannemann was a founding member of the band The Cyrkle, which got its start at Lafayette College in the early 1960s. The band was named by John Lennon himself.
Thank you to Don for taking the time to share some truly amazing stories with us about his days as a rock mega star.
Be sure to check out The Cyrkle on Facebook. They’re still at it!
Subscribe to the Le...2020-01-2800 min