Johnny Kidd & The Pirates were a British rock and roll group led by singer/songwriter Johnny Kidd. They were among the pre-eminent groups of the early 1960s in the UK. Formed in the late 1950s, the band is best known for their hit single "Shakin' All Over," which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart in August 1960. With their distinctive pirate-themed stage costumes, complete with eye-patches and cutlasses,
... MoreJohnny Kidd & The Pirates were a British rock and roll group led by singer/songwriter Johnny Kidd. They were among the pre-eminent groups of the early 1960s in the UK. Formed in the late 1950s, the band is best known for their hit single "Shakin' All Over," which reached number one on the UK Singles Chart in August 1960. With their distinctive pirate-themed stage costumes, complete with eye-patches and cutlasses, they created a memorable image that matched their energetic performances.
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