The Ronettes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
The Ronettes
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L-R: Nedra Talley, Veronica Bennett (Ronnie Spector), Estelle Bennett
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| Origin | New York City, United States |
| Genres | Pop, Rock and roll |
| Years active | 1959–1966 |
| Labels | Colpix, Philles |
| Past members | Veronica Bennett Estelle Bennett Nedra Talley Elaine Mayes (a cousin, Beatles 1966 American tour only); Chip Fields Hurd (1973-74); and Diane Linton (1973-74) |
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The Ronettes were a famous American girl group from New York City. They became very popular in the 1960s with their unique sound. The group started singing together in 1959 when they were teenagers.
They first formed as a five-member group called Ronnie and the Relatives. They performed regularly at a club called the Peppermint Lounge. There, they would dance The Twist and sing songs. Later, they changed their name to 'The Ronettes'. They had eight songs that made it onto the Billboard Top 100 music chart. The Ronettes were also the only girl group to tour with the famous band The Beatles in August 1966. The group stopped performing together in 1967.
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Working with Phil Spector
The Ronettes started working with music producer Phil Spector in 1963. Veronica Bennett, one of the main singers, later married Phil Spector in 1968. She then used his last name professionally, becoming known as Ronnie Spector. Their marriage ended in 1974.
Top Songs and Awards
The Ronettes had many popular songs. Their first big hit was Be My Baby in 1963. This song became very famous. They had also recorded other songs that were released under a different group's name, The Crystals.
Their song Walking in the Rain (Ronette version) won a Grammy Award in 1965. Be My Baby was also honored by being added to the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. Other well-known songs by The Ronettes include Silhouettes, Baby, I Love You, and (The Best Part of) Breakin' Up.
Albums
Studio Albums
- Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes featuring Veronica (1964)
Images for kids
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The Ronettes in 1966
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Ronnie Spector in 2010 singing "Be My Baby"
See also
In Spanish: The Ronettes para niños
