THE TOKENS “THE LION SLEEPS TONIGHT” “TONIGHT I FELL IN LOVE” SIGNED PAGE

Description: Offered here is a 3x5 index card signed by the Tokens’ Jay Siegel, Richie Grasso (co-writer of Sweet Cherry Wine with Tommy James), and Billy. I have just learned from a reliable source, that “Billy’s” last name is "Reid". Item Image: My scanner died. As a result, the image for this item is a cell phone photo. Any variation in the shading of what you see is the result of my shadow being cast on the item being photographed. I am selling my collection of autographs that I have purchased several years ago from an array of sources – from eBay sellers, from dealers with professional credentials, and from the signers themselves via the mail. Some came with COA’s; most did not. When I obtained these signatures, I believed them to be genuine and I believed that they were genuine when I posted them on Ebay. I have received opinions from others, including PSA/DNA whose opinion I sought, indicating that some of the signatures that I have posted were not likely to be genuine. I have pulled those questionable signatures, and will not post them for sale again in the future. It is not my intention to sell autographs that are not authentic, and I will continue do my best to try to ensure that the signatures that I am offering are genuine. As indicated below, all signatures that I sell come with a money-back guarantee if they are judged to be of doubtful authenticity. If the signature or signatures is/are determined to be inauthentic by a well-recognized autograph expert, this item may be returned for a full refund. For those who'd prefer a different form of shipping, please contact me so that we can discuss what your shipping charges might be. NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: As of January 1, 2021, eBay collects a VAT (Value Added Tax) for the Customs bureau of that country. Some countries charge an exorbitant 20% VAT. Some countries make distinctions for historical documents such as autographs, and charge a more reasonable 5% VAT. PLEASE CHECK WITH CUSTOMS IN THE COUNTRY YOU RESIDE IN REGARDING A VAT AND WHAT THAT TAX WILL BE FOR THE ITEM YOU WISH TO PURCHASE FROM ANY SELLER. Short Bio: This Brooklyn doo wop group was originally known as the Linc-Tones when it formed in 1955 at Lincoln High School. Hank Medress, Neil Sedaka, Eddie Rabkin, and Cynthia Zolitin didn't have much impact in their early days recording for Melba. They later disbanded, but Medress re-formed the group in 1960 as the Tokens. Brothers Phil and Mitch Margo and Jay Siegel were now the members. They recorded for Warwick in 1960, then had their one glorious hit in 1962, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight." It was based on the South African Zulu song "Wimoweh," and reached number seven on the R&B chart while topping the pop surveys. The Tokens formed their own label in 1964, B.T. Puppy, but weren't able to keep the hits coming very long, although "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" remains a standard. by Ron Wynn

Price: 70 USD

Location: Seattle, Washington

End Time: 2024-12-23T16:49:18.000Z

Shipping Cost: 4.5 USD