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Roburt Posted April 30, 2016 Author Share Posted April 30, 2016 (edited) It has been reported in the Baltimore press that Franklin Kennedy -- lead singer of Frankie & the Spindles has passed away aged 67. RIP Frankie . https://www.baltimoresun.com/news/obituaries/bs-md-ob-franklin-kennedy-20160427-story.html The group started out in the mid 60's as Frankie & the Spinners but soon amended their name. They recorded from 1968 till 1977. They were a mainstay on the Baltimore club scene. More on Frankie & Spindles ... Edited April 30, 2016 by Roburt Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Gointoagogo Posted April 30, 2016 Share Posted April 30, 2016 What an incredible voice he had and what a legacy he has left. I have been giving "There Is A Beauty" a lot of plays lately - a wonderful track! 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Roburt Posted April 30, 2016 Author Share Posted April 30, 2016 (edited) Another big Balto show he was on in 68 ..... I guess the song the handbill refers to ("Candy, Candy") was really "(My Girl Is Made of) Candy" ... Edited April 30, 2016 by Roburt Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Roburt Posted May 8, 2016 Author Share Posted May 8, 2016 A show in April 1968 when the Spindles were still called the Spinners ....... Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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