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The band grew out of an earlier skiffle group formed by McNally in 1957, with his friends Ron Woodbridge (born 1938 in Liverpool; lead vocals), Brian Dolan (guitar) and Tony West (born 1938 in Liverpool, died 11 November 2010 in Hightown, Merseyside; bass).
Learn about the history and lineup of The Searchers, a British beat band from the 1960s. See the names, photos and biographies of the seven members, including the original and current singers and guitarists.
Mar 14, 2024 · The Searchers are the longest-running band in pop history, with nearly 70 years on the road. Frank and John are still performing as The Searchers today, alongside Spencer James and Richie Burns, and will be heading out on their Thank You tour from April to June.
1960 – present (64 years) Members. Frank Allen. John McNally. Johnny Sandon (1960 – 1961) Mike Pender. Originally founded as a skiffle group in Liverpool in 1959 by John McNally and Mike Pender ( Mike Prendergast ), the band took their name from the classic 1956 John Wayne western The Searchers.
Merseybeat group who enjoyed a string of hits in the '60s with their crisp 12-string guitars and expert vocal harmonies. Read Full Biography.
The Searchers are an English Merseybeat group who emerged during the British Invasion of the 1960s. The band's hits include a remake of the Drifters' 1961 hit, "Sweets for My Sweet"; "Sugar and Spice" ; remakes of Jackie DeShannon's "Needles and Pins" and "When You Walk in the Room"; a cover of the Orlons' "Don't Throw Your Love Away"; and a ...
Mike Pender, one of the original members and lead singer of The Searchers, shares his story of the Merseybeat scene and their hits. He reveals how they found and adapted songs like 'Sweets for My Sweet', 'Needles and Pins' and 'Don't Throw Your Love Away'.
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