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Thanks for all the memories. You and Kathy Young sounded great on the PBS special. Darron Stankey will be missed..... Paul Allen Sun Valley CA 8/22/2007 4:20:11 PM
I have the PBS tapes fm 2002.Kathy Young w/the Innocents r grt.Watch the tapes all the time.Gd stuff.Keep the music comming.huge fa. thx. Rick Kiernan 1317 S.6TH St. Las Vegas, NV 8/6/2007 7:52:24 PM
Just watched the PBS special again...it is always like a dream-catcher experience. Those days were the best. The so-called "music" of today is pathetic compared to the real harmonies, melodies and vocal stylings we loved when we were kids. I hope TJ keeps the shows coming. I was sorry to hear about Darron, and send my condolences to his family and friends. We all miss him. God bless you. Kin Seattle WA 6/19/2007 3:59:03 AM
I remember when Al threw me in the swimming pool behind the Pink Cafe. I didn't know how to swim, and Charlie A. had to fish me out. I was sorry to hear about Darron's passing. At least he was always nice to me! Glad to see you guys are still rocking. The rest of us are on Social Security. Lynne Ingalls Tucson AZ 6/7/2007 10:25:31 PM
I just reveived in the mail the CD of The Sound of Kathy Young and backup group The Innocents. What great music. Their sound will last forever. God Bless You... Jim Schroer Banning Ca 5/9/2007 5:33:39 PM
I'm watching a PBS Special fundraiser and just want to say thank you to you and Kathy for doing that show. It brought back many memories. John Brooks Davison MI 12/9/2006 8:56:08 PM
Last month, I re-watched the Time Life Doo-Wop CD collection I got a year ago, then got on-line this week just to see if Kathy Young had a website (she does). There I saw that Darron is no longer with us, as of 2005. I'm so sorry to find this out, and am sorry for his family and loved ones as well. Back in 'The Day' Kathy Young & the Innocents were on the radio all the time, and now I'm just reminded again of getting old and our mortality and all. But we can't dwell on that, now. Thank God, for the rest of us, that there are such things as CDs and records (rememeber those?). There's a hole in the group now, and a hole in our hearts, as well. God bless. Henry K. Cooper Sykesville MD 10/16/2006 5:51:13 AM
I remember you, Al Candaleria, and a 65 pound Black Diamond Watermelon and no reflection on Robertson Boulevard. Suzan Green-Singh Los Angeles CA 8/22/2006 2:20:05 PM
I wish I had a dollar for every time I danced to "A Thousand Stars." in the early 60's. A real masterpiece. The passing of Darron Stankey is a tragedy, but at least we have the memories and the music. That will live on forever. Bob Vargo Anaheim Hills CA 8/17/2006 6:32:38 AM
I am not very familiar with Kathy Young and the Innocents, but I get goose bumps when I listen to A Thousand Stars. Oh, to have been alive back in that day to enjoy such wonderful music on the radio and in the clubs. It makes me want a jukebox and a root beer float. Rick Martin Burlington NC 3/21/2006 7:29:49 PM
Sorry to here about Darron, my father coke carrasco used to manage the innocents years ago. He talk about old time alot, he will be 73 years old this year. Maybe you can say hi sometimes. junnigh carrasco fontana ca 1/30/2006
I just learned today (1/29/06) via Kathy Young's website of Darron Stankey's passing, and am very sad. May his soul and his survivors find peace. The Innocents (with and without Kathy Young) have always been very high among my favorite artists in popular music. Your harmonies and blend are unduplicated, and have given me many happy hours of listening. Jim and Al, please don't give up now! In sympathy and with hope for the future, Country Paul Payton www.spectropop.com Country Paul Payton Chatham NJ 1/28/2006
I was on the internet the other day and was looking up music and come across the Innocents and was thinking back in the days of the Marine corp when we served together. Johnny Christian OK 1/26/2006
Back in 1969, my twin brother and I acquired the 45RPM single "A Thousand Stars" by Kathy Young & the Innocents. As a 15 year old who was a beginner on the guitar and the electric bass, I was intrigued with the arrangement (along with countless other hits). 36 years have passed and I still love that song. I saw your performance on that doo wop concert. Great show. The big (and only disappointment) was that you only performed A Thousand Stars!!! I'm sorry to learn that Darron passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with the Stankey family. PC1 Patrick James McKenna, USN(Ret) St.Marys GA 12/2/2005
Hi my name is George Burtt, my dads name is Greggory Marshal Burtt. He attended WALTER REED middle shcool and Hollywood high. My dad was in the car club he had a 1946 oldsmobile. My grandfather George Burtt Made the devil symbol for the innocents logo. Me and my Friends are starting up the car club again with the same name. My home phone number is 818-764-7049 im seventeen and would like yo know about the history of the old car club. my George Burtt Sun Valley CA 11/4/2005
Being that we've listen to your great records, since your very first and loved them all since then.Was saddend by the passing of one of the greats. Sincerely Dutch & Lani Dutch and Lani Yucaipa CA 11/3/2005
So sorry to hear of the passing of Darron Stankey. I saw your group in the fall of 2002 at the Universal Ampitheatre, with other oldies acts, such as the Edsels. Your music lives forever and will never be forgotten. Also, my best regards to Kathy Young. I've met all of you and cherish our friendship! Alfred Archuleta, Jr. Downey, CA 10/28/2005
Hi guys, I just heard the tribute show on rock-it radio for Darron Stankey, and it sure brought back a lot of memeories, I was born and raised in L.A. and the valley, in the 50's and 60's I always loved the harmonizing sound of the Innocents, and was so sorry to hear of the passing of Darron Stankey, I hope you two remaining members never let your music fade away, please keep up whatever you are doing to keep Darron's memory alive, with the music all of you made, I thank you again for many, many years of your wonderful sound. Sincerely, Chris Gonzalez Chris Gonzalez Baldwin Park CA 10/24/2005
I've had this site bookmarked for a long time, but just caught Dave Justice's tribute to The Innocents and to Darron, specifically. Thanks for a bunch of memories, both from 2005 and from the early 60s, when I first "discovered" you guys. I don't think many of you early groups appreciate just how important you were to us youngsters in the 60s. God Bless. Rick Yocum Lexington OH 10/19/2005
I just found this site. I was shocked to hear that Darron had passed away. When I was in high shool, I used to hang out at Darrons house on Wednesday nights when they had the jam sessions. It was great to watch someone you knew wind up on TV singing. One time a couple of buddies and I put together a song we thought we could sing. We took it over to Darrens house, and he helped spruce it up. Then he took us to a reording studio and he paid for us to record it. We never did anything with it. I logged in here to say hi to Darren and saw the news. If anyone cares to let me know what happened, my e-mail is bigjaye@aol.com Jay Eshbach Jay Eshbach Burbank, CA 9/25/2005
Sorry to hear of the passing of Darron. I have always been of fan of Kathy Young and the Innocents. Thought you where the hit of the PBS special. Your music and harmony bring back many wonderful memories. Makes you glad to be a part of that wonderful time. David Busekrus O'Fallon IL 7/2/2005
attn. jim west and al candelaria: i was saddend to hear of darron's passing. kathy had called me to let me know and i did a segment on my show which i do on sunday nights from 6-10 on watr 1320 a.m. in waterbury. i have been playing kathy's and your songs since i went on in 1977. i have over the years became close friends with kathy of which i feel very honored. i have had the privilege of doing numerous interviews with kathy and would like to do one with you and al at your convience. please feel free to contact me to set something up. you can also reach me at area code 203-575-0204 evenings best time or by above e- mail. once again my deep condolences to you and darron's family. i remain, sincerely john bunnell. john bunnell waterbury ct 7/1/2005
My Dad was a Loving & Kind Man who had a playful side and beautiful eyes that sparkled when he sang with "The Innocents". I dont have word to explain how much I miss him. I am grateful for his music because that will live forever. My Dad left me with many wonderful memories of childhood with my sisters. If my sister's see this (please call me) 818 235-3074. I miss them too. Cassondra L Raef "Stankey North Hollywood CA 6/29/2005
Thx for your nice music! Hans-Joachim from Germany http://www.epoche-3.de Hans-Joachim Krohberger 6/27/2005
So very saddened to learn of Darron's passing. Gods rest to this good man... and comfort to his family and all concerned. I'm one of the Doo Wop DJ's at "Rock-it Radio", 99FM Ventura and our global internet broadcast ( www.rockitradio.net ) of "...the first decade of Rock n' roll" ( 1955-65 ) You can be assured that I intend to honor Darron's memory, and to highlight a segment of my next show to "The Innocents" in my next show on "Rock-it Radio". I'm surprized to note that apparently many family members and friends of Darron live here in the Lancaster/Palmdale/Littlerock area of Antelope Valley here! ( Yes? ) I myself live right here in Littlerock, CA... so anyone who might put me in touch with Darrons family here ( so I can let them know when I'll be spot-lighting Darron and "The Innocents" )- it will be appreciated! My home email is: ephone6@mindspring.com My show on the playlist of the "Rock-it Radio" website is "Butchie Boys Doo Wop Diner". Again- Gods comfort at the loss of Darron... Lord hug you tight... - Butchie C.W. "Butchie Boy" Olmstead Littlerock CA 6/12/2005
It is hard to find the words to express how much I will miss my Dad...It has been exactly one month today, since he left us, his journey in life was a gift to all of us. He is the hero of my heart. I will miss his sense of humor, his big hugs, his beautiful voice, and most of all, his love. God Bless my Dad. Love, your "Kimbie" Kim Horrell Pittsburgh PA 6/11/2005
JUST A FINAL FAREWELL TO DARRON, A FRIEND I HAVE KNOWN SINCE OUR DAYS AT FERNANGELES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN THE EARLY 50S'. THE TRIBUTES AT THE FUNERAL DESCRIBED THE DARRON I KNEW. DOUG HAMILTON 'CHILO' Doug 'Chilo' Hamilton Santa Clarita 6/3/2005
To a great Father , Husband and Musician. We miss you. Lynnette Stankey Lancaster Ca 5/25/2005
How sad to lose Darron Stankey. The tributes at his funeral given by Kathy Young and fellow bandmembers were a great comfort to wife Lily, his children and grandchildren. He will be greatly missed. Leslie and Penny Littlerock CA 5/20/2005
Hi! I just got your Ace Records compilation-Wow! That is some SWEET harmony -I am really enjoying it! I will order the "Midnight Snack" cd too- Is there a meaning to the picture on the cover? (It looks like there are 2 crackers and a pinto bean-am I reading that right? Please add me to your mailing list for upcoming cd's and live performances. Thanks for the great music!> bbbrainiac 4/28/2005
greetings from hamburg to the innocents , love your tunez herb www.doowopking.de herb Hamburg 3/20/2005
Happy Birthday Jim, heard Dave Justice playing The Innocents "When I Become A Man" as a request and he sent you birthday wishes. We wanted to wish you well and thank you and the guys for some fine harmonies and vocals!! Frank & Francesca Pittsburg Pa 1/18/2005
I received both your CD's this Christmas and I really love listening to both of them! I am hoping you will be releasing a CD with your Warner Bros. song "My Heart Stood Still". I'll keep checking for it. Suzette Warmby Prescott, 1/11/2005
Gentlemen, I posted a note at www.spectropop.com re: "Tick Tock" and your new EP, which I have. The sound is a bit different, but still a great blend. Maybe I can help stir up the correspondents to this amazing site and help to encourage you to bring out the new CD of rarities. Please count me in on that one, too! Note to fans of 60s pop music who are reading this: I promise you'll find Spectropop educational, accurate, and fascinating! Best regards, Paul Country Paul Payton Chatham NJ 5/17/2004
It was my pleasure to meet Darron and Al in 1977, I have been a fan since I first heard "Gee Whiz". I am looking forward to geting my CD. Darron, the autographed album cover of "Innocently Yours" you gave me on my visit is the most treasured part of my "oldies" collection. Best Regards, Rod Irwin Rod Irwin Salem OR 4/8/2004
Hi , just surfed in an must say this is a great Website , i love your music and play from time to time your songs when it is my part to play for listeners plessure , keep on this great work . Herb ( Team Doowopdream ) http://www.doowopdream.com Herb / DoowopKing hamburg 4/4/2004
Hi Guys, I just heard some of your stuff on the bopping Johnny G internet radio show. Loved it and its great to hear some new recordings that still have that zing. Keep up the good work Tom Tom Mcguire Reading UK 2/27/2004
i just wanted you to know i think you guys are the best . i have never been to an oldies concert . but if i could have one wish and have it come true it would be to go to an oldies concert oldies are #1 and will live on forever patricia deline darlington sc 1/30/2004
HEY JIM,REMEMBER ME?1 OF THE KHANS,COME TO OUR "OLD GEEZERS"LUNCHES SOMETIME LOTS OF THE OLD GUYS STILL AROUND AL C. WAS AT OUR ROUND-UP 2003 DEC.YOU ALL STILL SOUND GREAT. LAYTER,RON RON WILLOUGHBY SYLMAR CA 1/14/2004
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Have a Great Christmas with Love from everyone at the Eddie Rambeau Web Site xxxx Rosemarie Leeds Uk 12/25/2003
Good Music and Good Friends,like good wine, only get Better. Congrats and Way to Go !!! Dan and Penny Verble Littlerock Ca 12/4/2003
Jim, Al, and Darron... just heard the new CD while updating your website..... it is great!!! Derrek Fryeburg ME 10/28/2003
When is the new CD going to be released? We are really looking forward to hearing your new music. I will continue to check on your site so we can order it when it comes out! Thanks for all the great music! Sue & Don Sue and Don Anglen Green Valley 9/20/2003
Sue and Don, Thanks so much for asking, we are honored that you have enjoyed our music. As I write this the CD is in the process of being made. We are looking to have it in our hands by about the 2nd week in October. We will post ordering info as so as it is received by us. Jim/Darron & Al-THE INNOCENTS Jim West Toluca Lake 9/20/2003
I saw the Innocents and Kathy on PBS and it was wonderful. It brought back alot of memories. In your bio you mention making a record on the Andex label called "Time" and "Dee-Dee-Di-Oh". I have the record but it's by the Echoes. Did you change your groups name when you moved to the Indigo label? Bob Zahn Altamonte Springs FL 9/1/2003
" BEEN A LOYAL FAN FOR YEARS " ALL THE BEST ROCK & ROLL IS HERE TO STAY. JOE ARMETTA NEW YORK NY 7/11/2003
Guys: Sharon and I had dinner with Kathy and Kara in Newport last weekend...four hours of good wine and great people. And back in the 60s I like Kathy's sound so much that I got your album, too. What a great sound. Enjoyed seeing you guys on PBS...glad we're all still around. Bruce and Sharon Bruce and Sharon Waffen Rocky River OH 7/3/2003
Poly seems like a million years ago. Sun Valley Jr. and Glenwood well. We are getting old guys but the music is still great!! Jack Grigsby Redding Ca 6/26/2003
Thanks Kathy, Al, Darron and Jim for the pictures and autographs at the PBS taping in Pittsburgh. What a great addition to my collection. Also, thanks for the truly unique sound; may it last for a long time. Ed Onori Weirton WV 5/11/2003
While growing up in Northridge, California, during the 50s and 60s, one afternoon I was extremely fortunate to have had the opportunity to meet Kathy Young and hang out all day. Then of recent, there she was on PBS with The Innocents. Wow! That was excellent! My sincere thanks to the Innocents for being the best. See U soon. Gary Gary G. Moore Collegedale TN 4/19/2003
I bought your wonderful Ace CD, but my super all-time fave Innocents song (of so many) isn't there: "Tick Tock" (Good night My Darling) on TransWorld. Any chance of it finding its way onto CD? It's a masterpiece! You also don't mention the "Bobby James" 45 on Indigo, "5000 Tears Ago." What a great side! I assume that was you, Jim. By the way, two songs on the CD were absolute revelations: "Two Young Hearts" and "It Was A Tear." Why those never came out (perhaps in a more "finished" form) is a mystery to me. Your sound - the velvet voices, the perfectly blended harmony - was one of the most influential sounds of my popular music development. So many great tracks - I look forward toyour new endeavors, and glad you're back together. Country Paul Chatham NJ 4/4/2003
Jim, Thanks so much for sending me the lyrics to Gee Whiz-Like I wrote you, it comfirmed that my long ago flame that I am now seeing again was right! I saved the very nice note you sent along with the lyrics for her to see. Good luck, please put me on your mailing list and let me know when the up- coming new songs are available. Tom Tom W. Grand Rapids, 3/19/2003
James B. Barker Nassau, 1/21/2003
I ordered your disc and wow!! Sounds Great. These songs sure bring back alot of memories. Hope to see alot of updates soon on your site. Colin San Clemente Ca 1/10/2003
Hello! We saw you perform at Universal Amphitheatre-it was great-Thanks for the great harmony sounds. (Gee Whiz is one of our favorite songs, sure brings back memories for me and my husband). Jane Eastwood Studio City 1/10/2003
Way to go Dad!, Al, Jim & Kathy! All who shine on the stage. Cassondra Raef North Hollywood CA 9/17/2002
You guys have still got it! I saw that wonderful DooWop show in March. Missed the Sept one but will make sure I catch your future shows. The music never dies...... sigh Marty Palm Springs Ca 9/9/2002
Sounds great guys - and I love the site. Hope to hear you live some time. Hilary Aliso Viejo CA 9/4/2002
I saw you perform at the DooWop show in March. It was great! Really a unique sound. I hope you will be releasing more music for those of us that love those romantic, yearning songs you do!! Jane Studio City 9/3/2002
Music has certainly changed through the years. Al, Darron, and Jim have captured the essence of youth, innocence, and fun through their music, thanks! Derrek Aliso Viejo CA 9/2/2002
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