Lou Christie

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Lugee Alfredo Sacco (born February 19, 1943), also known as Lou Christie, is an American singer-songwriter best known for three distinct pop hits in the 1960s, including the 1966 hit "Lightnin' Strikes."

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Early life and career

Jeanette Sacco was born in Glenwillard, Pennsylvania, on February 19, 1943, and grew up in suburban Pittsburgh. He studied music and voice while attending Moon Area High School and performed solos at holiday concerts. Frank Cummings, his teacher, wanted him to pursue a career in classical music, but Sacco wanted to get to American Bandstand in order to reach them. Twyla Herbert, a classically trained musician 20 years his senior who became his regular songwriting partner and wrote hundreds of songs with him over the next 30 years until his death in 2009. Sacco performed with many vocal bands, and on small Pittsburgh labels between 1959 and 1962, the Lions' label (which consisted of Sacco, Twyla Herbert's daughter Shirley, and two others) was released on the Robbee label, gaining a local hit with "The Jury" by Lugee & The Lions (a group made up of Sacco, Twyla Herbert's daughter Shirley and two others) became a hit. Sacco, who graduated from high school in 1961, went to New York City and worked as a session vocalist.

Sacco introduced Nick Cenci with some demo tapes in 1962. Lugee Alfredo Sacco's name was changed to Lou Christie by Cenci's first act. Cenci told Sacco that there was only one great Italian singer and that he had to change his name. Because it had "Christ" in it, Sacco's father liked the name change.

Sacco's falsetto voice was appreciated by Cenci, who suggested that he listen to the Four Seasons' new hit, "Sherry." Sacco and Herbert used the song as a model to create "The Gypsy Cried," Sacco and Herbert's debut. Sacco performed the song at Gateway Studio in Pittsburgh and first released it on his own C & C label as a single in 1962, according to "Lou Christie," the term that was used later. Before they had spoken to Sacco about the name, C & C Records chose "Lou Christie" and "The Gypsy Cried" was credited to "Lou Christie."

"The Gypsy Cried" became a regional hit, selling 30,000 copies in Pittsburgh. Cenci called Morris Levy of Roulette Records, claiming that he had a hit that needed national exposure. Levy introduced the single on Roulette, but no one was involved, but it wasn't there when it was announced. Airplay gradually expanded around the United States, with "The Gypsy Cried" debuting at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, selling over one million copies. Cenci held two more hits during his 1963 recording session for Christie. In June 1963, "Two Faces Have I," his second million-seller's second million-seller, debuted at number 6 on the chart. In 1963, Roulette introduced an album of 12 Lou Christie / Twyla Herbert hits number 124 on the Billboard 200. Christie performed on Dick Clark's Caravan of Stars Tour, alongside Diana Ross, Brian Hyland, and others.

The Tammys, a trio from Pleasantville, Pennsylvania, were featured on Christie's records during this pre-Army period of his career. Christie and Herbert wrote "Egyptian Shumba" for the group, and although it wasn't a hit, it became a cult favorite in the Northern Soul scene in the early 1970s.

Christie appeared on various television shows on Where the Action Is (1965-1977), as well as on American Bandstand and The Buddy Deane Exhibition (1962-1954) in Baltimore. He has performed with Del Shannon before.

"How Many Teardrops," Christie's third roulette book, was stalled at No. 5. Christie's career was briefly interrupted by his service in the United States Army as a result. Christie didn't have another charting single for two and a half years. Christie was able to get out of his deal with the firm despite threats from Roulette owner Morris Levy.

Christie's career was quickly revived after he was barred from the service after signing with the MGM brand. According to reports, MGM disapproved Christie's first single for the brand, the Christie-Herbert song "Lightnin' Strikes," according to reports. Christie's new boss boosted the record in California, and when it gained some traction (eventually reaching No. 1), it took the lead. MGM introduced two videos on KHJ in the last two weeks of 1965. On Christie's 23rd birthday in the United States, his first success in that region and first to be ranked at number one in Canada. The song featured his signature falsetto and featured a female chorus (Bernadette Carroll, Denise Ferri, and Peggy Santiglia), who sang "Stop!"

in counterpoint to the lead vocal:

"Rhapsody in the Rain," Christie's next release in the spring of 1966, featured a melody influenced by Tchaikovsky's "Romeo and Juliet," a teen's recall of his sexual journey in the back seat of a vehicle during a rain storm as the windshield wipers made a synchronic sound of "together, together." The wipers appear to say, "never, never" after the romance comes to an end. After hearing the opening lyrics, several radio stations had banned the song:

MGM maintained on a re-recorded version that toned down the lyrical language. The third and fourth lines were rewritten:

Despite the edited version, many radio stations continued to play two older songs that were not released by other labels for which Christie had once appeared: "Outside the Gates of Heaven" (on Colpix Records) reached #45, while "Big Time" (on Colpix Records) reached #95. In March 1966, the three singles reached their first national level within three weeks of one another, though "Lightnin' Strikes" was down on the chart. However, MGM's later records, including "If My Car Could Only Talk," which were planned and produced by Jack Nitzsche, fell short of chart.

Christie had an unfruitful association with Columbia Records in the late 1960s, after being dropped by MGM. In 1968, he joined Buddah Records, a move that was prompted by his company manager Stan Polley and bubblegum music record producer Tony Romeo. In the early fall of 1969, Romeo wrote "I'm Gonna Make You Mine," a surprise Wall of Sound constant upbeat hit. Linda Scott, Lesley Gore, and Valerie Simpson were all backed by support from the band, who were notably different from each other in their promotional videos. In the United States, the top tenth in the nation, but atop them to No. ten. He reached No. 2 on the UK Singles Chart, his highest hit there.

In the United Kingdom, a sequel to "She Sold Me Magic," which was never released as a single in the United States, charted. It's been 25 years in Japan, and it's No.1 in Japan. It was later covered by Elton John. "Are You Getting Any Sunshine?" says the other hand. It was only charted in America, where it reached No. 1. 73.

Christie spent the early 1970s in London and New York City. Paint America Love, a concept album that some consider his best LPs, was released in 1971, and Francesca Winfield, a former British beauty queen, appeared in London. He sang of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" in the United States, but Christie's vocals were cut and replaced by those of the like-sounding Robert John, whose version became a big hit in the United States. Christie was also interested in the legal issues surrounding Five Arts Management, a company founded by Polley, which was involved in the deaths of Badfinger members Pete Ham and Tom Evans.

Christie returned to the United States and spent a time in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Lou Christie, a 1974 singer, tried a new musical style, going country on his album Lou Christie. Beyond the Blue Horizon is the album's best-known track, a recreation of a hit song that was written for the film Monte Carlo in 1930. The song debuted on the charts, but it was only at No. 10 in the country and only at No. 1. On the pop chart, 80, but No. 1 came out at No. On the Adult Contemporary Chart, 12 figures figure. The song has appeared on numerous film soundtracks, including 1988's Rain Man.

Christie returned home to Pittsburgh in 1978 to lead the upstarting label Label 2001 and VIP nightclubs around the country. Christie encountered Sweet Breeze, a local band, while visiting local friends at the Staircase Lounge, and adored the band's harmonies and music. Christie signed Sweet Breeze to their first recording contract, and the band recorded "Summer in Malibu," a regional hit for the band.

Christie began playing on the oldies circuit in the early 1980s, winning a final US chart hit by The Cantina Band's "Summer '81 Medley" when performing a medley of Beach Boys hits in 1981.

He recorded a duet with Lesley Gore for a medley of "Since I Don't Have You"/"It's Only Make Believe" for Manhattan Records, EMI-America's division. At the time, the two singers were on tour together, but the album was only released as a one-off single.

Christie was named as a special music collaborator on the film Barcelona, which was released in 1994. "Breakin' Up," which Christie performed and was included in the film's soundtrack album, was written by he and Mark Suozzo.

Christie released Pledging My Love, which was his first all-new album since the 1970s and was produced by Alan Grossman & Jimm Mosher of Hit Music Studio in Spencer, North Carolina. This new album was dubbed the most "Most Impressive Comeback" album by Billboard. The bulk of the piece was written by Christie, who performed it in a modern way), "What Happened to the Nights," "Techno Pop" (a diatribe about the loss of contact in our lives), "I Sure Fell in Love"), and "Mr. Dietingly Sad" and Johnny Ace's title tune. It was "loaded with AOR hits," Cub Koda said.

Christie's first concert album, Greatest Hits Live From The Bottom Line, debuted in 2004, with studio recording "Christmas In New York" as a bonus track. Christie is still a concert performer on the oldies circuit in the United States and the United Kingdom in comparison to the occasional new arrival. On SiriusXM radio for the 1960s channel, he has also hosted a collection of programs. Christie's first new album in many years, "Drive In Dreams," written by Gregory Scharpf, a former member of Sweet Breeze, the Pittsburgh-based band that Christie signed to their first recording contract. "When You Were Young," Scharpf's sequel, was his next release.

Later career: 1971–present

Christie spent the early 1970s in London and New York City. Paint America Love, regarded by some as his best LP, and the engagement of former UK beauty queen Francesca Winfield in London in 1971. He recorded "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" in the United States, but Christie's vocals were stricken and replaced by those of Buddah's similar-sounding Robert John, whose version became a big hit. Christie was also interested in the litigation surrounding Five Arts Management, a corporation founded by Polley and which was responsible for Badfinger members Pete Ham and Tom Evans' suicides.

Christie returned to the United States and spent a time in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Lou Christie, a 1974 singer, attempted a new musical style, going country on his album Lou Christie. Beyond the Blue Horizon is the album's best-known track, a reimagining of a hit song from 1930, which was also known as Beyond the Blue Horizon. The album debuted on the Country charts, but it only made No. 1 on the charts. On the pop chart, 80, but No. 87 came in last place. On the Adult Contemporary chart, 12 is number 12! The song has appeared on many film soundtracks, including 1988's Rain Man.

Christie returned home to Pittsburgh in 1978 to lead the upstarting of Label 2001, a branch of the 2001 and VIP nightclubs around the world. Christie encountered Sweet Breeze, a local group, and adored the band's harmonies and music while visiting local friends at the Staircase Lounge. Christie and Herbert signed Sweet Breeze to their first recording contract, and the band recorded "Summer in Malibu," a regional hit for the band.

Christie began performing on the oldies circuit in the early 1980s, scoring a final US chart hit, credited to Cantina Band's "Summer '81 Medley" (featuring Lou Christie).

He recorded a duet with Lesley Gore in 1986 for a medley of "Since I Don't Have You"/"It's Only Make Believe" for Manhattan Records, a EMI-America affiliate. At the time, the two singers were touring together, but the album was only released as a one-off single.

Christie was named as a special music collaborator on the film Barcelona, which was released in 1994. "Breakin' Up" by him and Mark Suozzo, which Christie performed and was included in the film's soundtrack album.

Christie's first all-new album since the 1970s, titled Pledging My Love, and produced by Alan Grossman & Jimm Mosher of Hit Music Studio in Spencer, North Carolina. This new album was dubbed "Most Impressive Comeback" by Billboard. The majority of it was written by Christie, a contemporary style, and included "What Happened to the Nights," "Techno Pop" (a reflection of loss of contact in our lives), "I Sure Fell in Love"), and Critics' "Mr. Dieingly Sad" and Johnny Ace's title tune. It was "loaded with AOR hits," Cub Koda said.

Christie's first concert album, Greatest Hits Live From The Bottom Line, debuted in 2004, and "Christmas In New York" was included as a bonus track on his album. Christie is still a concert performer on the oldies circuit in the United States and UK, in contrast to the occasional new arrival. On SiriusXM radio for the 1960s channel, he has also hosted a number of programs. Christie released "Drive In Dreams," Gregory Scharpf's first new recording in many years, the Pittsburgh-based band that Christie signed to their first recording contract in 2015. "When You Were Young" was released in 2016 and was also written by Scharpf.

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