The Box Tops

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Memphis, United States (1967 – 1970)

The Box Tops were an American band of the that combined and music into a popular sound epitomized by their famous single “The Letter”. The band was fronted by teenaged singer Alex Chilton, and for their studio recordings after “The Letter”, consisted solely of Chilton and Memphis studio musicians. For live performances, Chilton was joined by Tom Boggs (drums), Rick Allen (bass), Gary Talley (guitar), and Bill Cunningham (organ). A popular original member before their first hit was Larry Spillman (drums). Spillman, who dated Cybil Shepherd during their high school years, left the band to to play college and pro baseball.

The band existed from 1967 to 1970, after which Chilton went on to lead the legendary Big Star.

The single “Neon Rainbow” was used in television adverts for the UK telecoms company, Talk Talk, in 2009/2010.

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  • Slesar-int

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    February 2012
  • coby111

    Lonely days are gone, I'm a-goin' home, Cause my baby just a-wrote me a letter.

    September 2011
  • NotSoVelvet

    Ain't got time to take a fast train

    July 2011
  • ParaDex

    gimme a ticket for an aeroplane

    April 2011
  • Wonka_yea

    Love them

    April 2011
  • RedMosquitoo

    I am so extremely in love with this band, right now I almost can't listen any other group. This is great music, and I hope It will never be forgotten!

    March 2011
  • Kenji-mike

    that is so good

    February 2011
  • zwurbelkurbel

    The letter!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    December 2010
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