With the Johnny Moore’s Three Blazers, Frankie Ervin sang the 1953 R&B hit “Dragnet Blues” and later impersonated Johnny Ace on “Johnny Ace’s Last Letter.” He also recorded solo records as Frankie Day, but widespread pop success remained out of reach. #FrankieErvin #OneHitWondered #MusicSky

Motola brought in singer Frankie Ervin to handle lead vocals. Ervin revamped the vocal arrangement to give it a smoother R&B swing, creating the backbone of the version we know today… #FrankieErvin #TheShields #GeorgeMotola #OneHitWondered