Released on Pye in Britain and Interphon in the US, “Have I the Right?” by The Honeycombs reached #1 in the UK and #5 on the US #Billboard #Top40 in 1964. The single became Joe Meek’s third and final UK chart-topping production. #JoeMeek #TheHoneycombs #OneHitWondered #MusicSky

Joe Meek’s production gave “Have I the Right?” an enormous rhythmic punch, with Honey Lantree’s drums driving the recording… Famously, Meek also slightly sped up the recording, raising its pitch and adding urgency to the vocals. #JoeMeek #TheHoneycombs #OneHitWondered

Formed in North London in 1963, The Honeycombs carved out a unique spot in British Invasion history. Originally The Sheratons, they stood out in the ‘60s UK beat/Merseybeat scene thanks to their high-energy stage presence… and Honey Lantree’s pounding drums. #TheHoneycombs #OneHitWondered

The week ending October 10, 1964, London beat group The Honeycombs earned US #OneHitWonder honors when their Joe Meek-produced “Have I The Right?” entered the US #Billboard #Top40 at #29. The single spent nine weeks on the chart, peaking at #5. #TheHoneycombs #HoneyLantree #OneHitWondered #MusicSky