Gene Cokeroft, even at age 75, could run rings around tenors in their prime. He was a wonderful voice and an equally wonderful human being. May God bless his family, and may he rest in peace.
I did not have the honor of meeting Gene Cokecroft, but I know his son, Bruce, and I know Harlan Wilson (Baritone of the Suntones) and I know what kind of people these are. Thanks Gene for, not only a great quartet and great quartet memories, but great family and friends. They are truly gentlemen and ladies.
I saw them live with my parents in @1975....when they did this song I was blown away. They also did a Fiddler on the roof medley that was amazing. The person singing lead here was normally the tenor.
OMGi i cried for two hrs when i first seen this. one of the greats along with BC. they all sound so awesome still. will forever be in my heart toll the day i move on.
What a special memory this will be for Gene's family. Thank you for sharing it with we FB barbershop.org members ! My dear Dad, Duane, was very blessed to have been a member of the Badger Chordhawks Chorus, in southern Wisconsin for many years; however, with a long gap in between (to raise us, Mom and Dad's 4 daughters). But, he was extremely honored to have been involved with what was then called "The Jvl.Chorus", way back in 1955, when they were invited to go to the International Contest in Florida. Well, it was definitely "meant to be", as they became the International Gold Medal Championship Barbershop Chorus that year !!! When my Dad was able to re-join that chorus many years later, when he retired from his job as a full-time Night shift Custodian with the local school district; I could sense that he had more joy in his life again. :) He truly loved singing with "the guys" again ! I found out later that the chorus got together and brought some very special surprises to my Dad, and another returning member during their Annual Chorus Banquet. Apparently, the official Gold Medals for becoming International Champions did not exist back in 1955 yet. So, during their banquet that year, the chorus showed these 2 men how proud they were of them, by secretly obtaining, and then, presenting these men with the Gold Medals which they earned way back in the summer of 1955 !!! Then, my Dad made it his priority to find the other members of that particular award winning chorus, and to send their gold medals to each one of the men who never received one, either. He mailed out several of them to either the men, or to their families; to be sure that they would not miss out on the honor of having their own Gold Medal ! What a wonderful gift ! But, that was what my Dad was like; a very caring Christian man. :)
I grew up in Miami, and was stoked whenever the Suntones performed on Jackie Gleason's show in Miami Beach. I was entering college when Suntones won. It took me another 31 years to get into barbershop, but the hook was set in the late 50's. Listening to the Suntones would surely make Jackie say "How sweet it is."
Rest in peace Gene from Ray Snyder, Miamians alumni 1978-1981. You always kept us laughing with your introduction "The Miamians" under the direction of Gene Coldcrotch"
I'm 38 from Scotland and I've tried hard to find any suntones lps cds anything. And I just never have luck I wish I had everything they have ever recorded. Xxx
Gene Cokeroft, even at age 75, could run rings around tenors in their prime. He was a wonderful voice and an equally wonderful human being. May God bless his family, and may he rest in peace.
When you were talking with him, you were the only person in the world. He made everyone feel that they were the special person that they were.
What a brilliant voice.
Listening to this, tears streaming down my face...... Gene Cokeroft will be missed.
Thanks for posting.
One of the greatest barbershop quartets of all time … they were the very best … awesome harmony
We've lost one of the greats today. He'll continue his incredible life work by inspiring people through recordings like this.
They taught me harmony through 8-track tapes. My heart is barbershop.
What an awesome & special moment! Thanks Geno for your lifetime of memories.
I did not have the honor of meeting Gene Cokecroft, but I know his son, Bruce, and I know Harlan Wilson (Baritone of the Suntones) and I know what kind of people these are. Thanks Gene for, not only a great quartet and great quartet memories, but great family and friends. They are truly gentlemen and ladies.
I was there for this performance. It's still the only time a singer has brought me to tears.
I saw them live with my parents in @1975....when they did this song I was blown away. They also did a Fiddler on the roof medley that was amazing. The person singing lead here was normally the tenor.
OMGi i cried for two hrs when i first seen this. one of the greats along with BC. they all sound so awesome still. will forever be in my heart toll the day i move on.
What a special memory this will be for Gene's family. Thank you for sharing it with we FB barbershop.org members !
My dear Dad, Duane, was very blessed to have been a member of the Badger Chordhawks Chorus, in southern Wisconsin for many years; however, with a long gap in between (to raise us, Mom and Dad's 4 daughters). But, he was extremely honored to have been involved with what was then called "The Jvl.Chorus", way back in 1955, when they were invited to go to the International Contest in Florida. Well, it was definitely "meant to be", as they became the International Gold Medal Championship Barbershop Chorus that year !!! When my Dad was able to re-join that chorus many years later, when he retired from his job as a full-time Night shift Custodian with the local school district; I could sense that he had more joy in his life again. :) He truly loved singing with "the guys" again ! I found out later that the chorus got together and brought some very special surprises to my Dad, and another returning member during their Annual Chorus Banquet. Apparently, the official Gold Medals for becoming International Champions did not exist back in 1955 yet. So, during their banquet that year, the chorus showed these 2 men how proud they were of them, by secretly obtaining, and then, presenting these men with the Gold Medals which they earned way back in the summer of 1955 !!! Then, my Dad made it his priority to find the other members of that particular award winning chorus, and to send their gold medals to each one of the men who never received one, either. He mailed out several of them to either the men, or to their families; to be sure that they would not miss out on the honor of having their own Gold Medal ! What a wonderful gift ! But, that was what my Dad was like; a very caring Christian man. :)
Thanks so much, Gene. It made me cry, too. Beautiful.
Wow! Loved this quartet. Gene was the best...great singer, better human being. SO missed, never will be forgotten.
I grew up in Miami, and was stoked whenever the Suntones performed on Jackie Gleason's show in Miami Beach. I was entering college when Suntones won. It took me another 31 years to get into barbershop, but the hook was set in the late 50's. Listening to the Suntones would surely make Jackie say "How sweet it is."
In a word: moving. Wow.
This is wonderfull...! Gracias por compartir..!
I grew up on these guys. I love this! I practiced harmonizing with the 8-track that we had. Bless them and thank you for this.
OH MY GOD
Incredible voices
Superb
They’re angels in gentlemen’s suits
Rest in peace Gene from Ray Snyder, Miamians alumni 1978-1981. You always kept us laughing with your introduction "The Miamians" under the direction of Gene Coldcrotch"
wow. so much emotion. what a great group.
Love this so much!
I like this rendition even better than the recording! So so sweet. RIP Brother Gene.
This quartet are beautiful
I'm 38 from Scotland and I've tried hard to find any suntones lps cds anything. And I just never have luck I wish I had everything they have ever recorded. Xxx
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Lovely.
❤
Thank you GENO for your voice and friendship. Rest In Peace, my Friend!
1:21 the yodel!!
beautiful, remembers, Sidewinders version this is beautiul
Keeping a note to myself: 2:47 has a potential overtone? Not sure but sounds good anyways like the rest of the performance.
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How did this get 4 thumbs down?
Perhaps they landed on the wrong webpage....
They belong to spbsqsa
typical claiming what is not yours
What?