Donnie Brooks
Donnie Brooks
Top Songs
| 1 | Mission Bell | ||
| 2 | Dool House | ||
| 3 | Hollywood Party | ||
| 4 | Penny The Poo | ||
| 5 | Get Fame Son and Make the Front Page |
Albums
Nov 2022 • 2 songs
Jun 2020 • 12 songs
Aug 2016 • 2 songs
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About
Biography
Singer Donnie Brooks remains best known for the 1960 pop smash "Mission Bell," although he is also revered in rockabilly fan circles for the cult classic "Bertha Lou," recorded under the name Johnny Faire. Born John Dee Abohosh in Dallas on February 6, 1936, he was later adopted by his stepfather and given the new surname Fairecloth. While growing up in southern California, he studied under the same vocal coach who previously instructed Eddie Fisher, and in high school made his professional debut on a classical music showcase broadcast by Ventura-based station KBCC. After grad...