In 1967, Maestro formed the pop group Brooklyn Bridge, and under the Buddah Record label, scored a gold record with the hit "Worst That Could Happen", peaking at number 3 on the pop charts in January 1969. This browser does not support getting your location. He performed at arenas, amphitheaters and casinos throughout the U.S. and Europe. He is from USA. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Section 107 of the Copyright Statute allows for fair use for non-profit educational purposes. Bass J.T. Try again later. Failed to report flower. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Note that some listed sources or external links may no longer be available online due to age. In many ways, he was the quintessential New York kid singer of the '50s. Thank you. We were rewarded with hours of your talent. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. He was born on the Lower East Side of Manhattan on May 7, 1939 as John Mastrangelo. He was 70. Johnny's career spanned 5 decades and included great hits like \"Worst That Could Happen,\" \"Blessed is The Rain\" and \"16 Candles.\"\r\rI am dedicating this tribute to my father (Roy B. of Brooklyn. Les Cauchi, a friend and original Brooklyn Bridge member, said Maestroborn John Mastrangelodied late Wednesday in Florida. "Dion reached out to John over the last couple of months, when Johnny was sick, to encourage him and give him some spiritual guidance," Cauchi said. It was originally billed as Johnny Maestro, the Del-Satins and the Rhythm Method. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. As frail as he looked, that's how strong he sounded. Johnny Maestro was, in my opinion, one of the greatest singers of all time. Mr. Hits by the rock 'n' roll and doo-wop group included "The Worst That Could Happen," which Cauchi said earned "gold record" status with a million sales. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. John Peter Mastrangelo (The Crests, The Brooklyn Bridge, The Del-Satins, Johnny Maestro & The Crests), Grace DeMarzo (December 1985 - 24 March2010)( his death)( 1 child), Alma Jean Degler (1964 - ?) You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. That group, renowned for its smooth harmonies that typified the "doo-wop" sound of the 1950s, had several big hits, among them the classic "Sixteen Candles" in 1958, but they also charted with "Step By Step," "The Angels Listened In" and "Trouble in Paradise." Justin Bieber concerts canceled on ticket sales sites So, how much is Johnny Maestro worth at the age of 71 years old? RIP. Who knew?, Johnny Maestro, Brooklyn Bridge Singer, Dies at 70, https://www.nytimes.com/2010/03/26/arts/music/26maestro.html. He was 70. He was 70. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. East Islip. }, First published on March 25, 2010 / 8:10 AM. "As frail and weak as Johnny seemed, I knew he didn't want to have to cancel," host Jon "Bowzer" Bauman said in an e-mailed statement. Mr. Mastrangelo started singing professionally at age 17. He is survived by Grace, his wife of 25 years; a son, Brad Mastrangelo; two daughters, Lisa Hollborn and Tracy Cain; stepchildren, Jeremy and Jason Nicolaisen, Elizabeth Dewer and Louise Wild; a brother, Ronald Mastrangelo, and nine grandchildren. Maestro said, and I was the Eye-talian. They performed at parties and dances and rode the subway for the drop of a few coins. Love and peace.". Jimmy was good friends with Johnny. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Carter named them the Crests and they were singing on the Lexington Avenue IRT, coming out of the Brooklyn Bridge station, when a woman handed them a business card and told them to contact her husband. display: none; He was truly a gentleman," singer Dion DiMucci said on Facebook. Now there are six members, without Johnny.. Bought that single. In December 1968, the Brooklyn Bridge performed the song on The Ed Sullivan Show (with Mr. Sullivan mispronouncing Mr. Maestros name as MAY-stroh, not MY-stroh). I saw you with "The Crests" in Wichita Kansas in 1961, and now, sadly, I see you here. "It was a privilege to have known him, and it was thrilling to have listened to him," said Bauman. Johnny Maestro was, in my opinion, one of the greatest singers of all time. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. The band got its name after a manager declared it would be "harder to sell than the Brooklyn Bridge," Maestro once said. He was 70 and had lived in Islip, N.Y., until seven years ago. His magnificent voice will live on in all our hearts. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 7 May. Johnny Maestro 20 All-Time Greatest Hits on Collectors' Choice Music 20 All-Time Greatest Hits CD Artist: Johnny Maestro Genre: Oldies Release Date: 7/24/2001 Qty: Special Order List Price: $13.98 Price: $11.88 You Save: $2.10 (15%) Add to Wish List Product Description There was an error deleting this problem. He was 70. He was truly a gentleman," singer Dion DiMucci said on Facebook. Maestro sings, maybe its the best thing, maybe its the best thing for you, but its the worst that could happen to me., That Sullivan show appearance, Mr. Cauchi said, launched our career., Mr. Maestros career had taken off before. or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. Kiss announce farewell tour set to conclude in NYC During the early 1960s he left The Crests to pursue a solo career, also becoming a member of the group The Del-Satins. Please reset your password. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the 1958 doo-wop hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Other hits included "Blessed is the Rain," "Welcome Me Love" and "You'll Never Walk Alone.". Tom Sizemore's family told there's "no further hope" after aneurysm Along the way, he picked up big-name fans like Paul Simon and Billy Joel, whose music was the natural extension of the work of early rock lead singers. So get ready to dive into the world of streaming, and check out everything that's coming . ). Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the 1958 doo-wop hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. We talked of Johnny & he told me that Johnny was "from the heart." Maestro continues to appear in oldies shows, both solo and with different versions of The Brooklyn Bridge. Other top 20 chart-placings include "Step By Step" (peaking at number 14 in April 1960), "Trouble in Paradise" (reaching number 20 in July 1960), and "Model Girl" (achieving number 20 in March 1961). Ed Sheeran reveals wife was diagnosed with tumor while pregnant Their song "The Worst That Could Happen" went gold in 1969. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Their members included second tenor Patricia Van Dross, who had a kid brother named Luther. JOHNNY MAESTRO OBITUARY. Johnny Maestro, who started out singing on the New York subways and a few years later recorded one of the great teen love anthems, "Sixteen Candles," died late Wednesday night in Florida after a battle with cancer. In 1968, Maestro combined two groups and formed the 11 member Brooklyn Bridge. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Remove advertising from a memorial by sponsoring it for just $5. John Peter Mastrangelo (The Crests, The Brooklyn Bridge, The Del-Satins, Johnny Maestro & The Crests) was born on 7 May, 1939 in Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA, is an Actor, Music Department, Soundtrack. Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. There is a problem with your email/password. 2 on the national charts and later lent its name to a John Hughes movie in which Hughes used a later Stray Cats version of the title song. #inline-recirc-item--id-9efcfed0-8c88-11e2-b06b-024c619f5c3d, #right-rail-recirc-item--id-9efcfed0-8c88-11e2-b06b-024c619f5c3d { He turned out to be Al Browne, a musician, music store and record label owner in Brooklyn. display: none; Maestro died .more Thank you for the joy and memories of your songs that will be in my heart always and forever. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Les Cauchi, a friend . Mr. Johnny Maestro of The Brooklyn Bridge ( RIP) you will be miss. Learn more about managing a memorial . Discover Johnny Maestro's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. If he loves you more than me, Mr. "He sang 'You'll Never Walk Alone' like an angel. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. He continued performing live shows with the Brooklyn Bridge until he was diagnosed several months ago with an invasive cancer. Their first record was also their biggest, "The Worst That Could Happen." Johnny Maestro, the pure-toned tenor who as the lead singer for the Crests, the Del-Satins and the Brooklyn Bridge recorded rock 'n' roll hits like "Sixteen Candles" and "The Worst That Could. \"One more. Johnny Maestro, center, with members of the Brooklyn Bridge. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Rip johnny. Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. Maestro left The Crests in 1960 and recorded on his own (although The Crests backed him up on several of his records). If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation. STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. A memorial service for the satin-voiced singer Johnny Maestro, a former MidlandBeach resident, will be held Sunday at Queens College, his family announced. Articles presented on Wikinews reflect the specific time at which they were written and published, and do not attempt to encompass events or knowledge which occur or become known after their publication. Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the 1958 doo-wop hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Singer Johnny Maestro, whose popular songs "Sixteen Candles" with The Crests and "The Worst that Could Happen" with The Brooklyn Bridge, died on Mar. Johnny Maestro, who started out singing on the New York subways and a few years later recorded one of the great teen love anthems, " Sixteen Candles ," died late Wednesday night in Florida. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. They became Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge. Failed to delete memorial. He performed at arenas, amphitheaters and casinos throughout the U.S. and Europe. The scar on Johnny Depps face in public enemies is it real? He is survived by his wife, Grace; his brother, Ronald; two daughters, Tracy and Lisa; a son, Brad; and four grandchildren. Manhattan (Lower East Side) native Johnny Maestro (born John Mastrangelo) has the distinction of being in three top-selling vocal groups dating back to the early days of rock-and-roll: The Del-Satins and The Crests in the 1950s and The Brooklyn Bridge in the 1960s and 1970s.He was the lead singer in The Crests, formed in 1956. Please note that due to our archival policy, we will not alter or update the content of articles that are archived, but will only accept requests to make grammatical and formatting corrections. NEW YORK - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Church. How the creator of Dilbert went from star to "train wreck" Are you sure that you want to delete this memorial? It was billed as "Bowzer's Ultimate Doo-Wop Party.". Are you sure that you want to report this flower to administrators as offensive or abusive? The worst That Could Happen is Johnny you not being here to continue to bless and share your wonderful songs and music with us. We thank you for the beautiful trip you took us on. Johnny Maestro, the pure-toned tenor who as the lead singer for the Crests, the Del-Satins and the Brooklyn Bridge recorded rock n roll hits like Sixteen Candles and The Worst That Could Happen, died Wednesday at his home in Cape Coral, Fla. Mr. Mastrangelo joined The Crests in the 1950s, singing under the professional name Johnny Maestro. Also learn how He earned most of Johnny Maestro networth? He was 70. GREAT NEWS! For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. Learn more about merges. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? Cauchi recalled that another well-known song, "Your Husband, My Wife," drew controversy when it was released in 1969 because it dealt with infidelity - a touchy topic during that era. "Johnny was a class act. Johnny Maestro - Dad's Speech for Johnny Maestro 107,839 views Apr 12, 2010 Johnny Maestro's Memorial at Queen's college. After beginning his career in the 1950s with The Crests, Maestro joined a local New York group, The Del-Satins. His last residence was in Cape Coral, Fla. After beginning his career in the 1950s with The Crests - one of the first interracial singing groups - Maestro joined a local New York group, The Del-Satins. Les Cauchi, a. Year should not be greater than current year. He was 70. Maestro was best known for his 1958 hit song "16 Candles" with The Crests. Please try again later. On the Coed label, they recorded Beside You., The B side was Sixteen, Mr. A bit too bulky. Add to your scrapbook. That was the year he recorded Sixteen Candles with The Crests. YouTubes privacy policy is available here and YouTubes terms of service is available here. He is survived by his wife Grace and three children Lisa, Brad, and Tracy. "I told him afterward it was the most courageous performance I'd ever seen. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. As a member of the band Aesops Fables, My band played with Johnny and the Bridge in a matinee in NY He had the greatest Tenor voice period full stop!!! All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Les Cauchi, a friend and original Brooklyn Bridge member, said Maestro - born John Mastrangelo - died late Wednesday in Florida. Thank you for sharing itheavens enjoying some beautiful music. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. "Maybe now the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will recognize him," said veteran radio host, author and music historian Bruce "Cousin Brucie" Morrow. "He's considered one of the premier vocalists in rock 'n' roll - and one of the nicest, most sincere perfectionists in music," said Cauchi. He was 70. Johnny's final concert with The Brooklyn Bridge was at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut on January 17, 2010. Search above to list available cemeteries. The original Brooklyn Bridge had 11 members, singing and playing, Mr. Cauchi said. Les Cauchi, a. Johnny Maestro, who fronted the rock-and-roll and doo-wop band Johnny Maestro and The Brooklyn Bridge, has died at the age of 70. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. It was a privilege to have known him, and it was thrilling to have listened to him. There was a problem getting your location. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the 1958 doo-wop hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Try again later. He was 70. We thank you for the beautiful trip you took us on. So we decided wed pick a new one, Mr. The group which included three African-Americans, an Italian and a Puerto Rican was one of the first to place so many racially diverse musicians on stage at one time. For 37 years Johnny Maestro has made a living as a rock-and-roll singer. He was 70. In 1967, Maestro formed the pop group Brooklyn Bridge, and under the Buddah Record label, scored a gold record with the hit "Worst That Could Happen", peaking at number 3 on the pop charts in January 1969. Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Johnny Maestro died on March 24, 2010. Make sure that the file is a photo. Maestro performed with The Brooklyn Bridge until two months before his death. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Johnny Maestro Tribute shadybunnz 606 subscribers Subscribe 2.1K Share Save 202K views 12 years ago In light of the recent death of the late, great Johnny Maestro, I wanted to step away from my. We will update Johnny Maestro's Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. In 1968 he combined two groups, The Del-Satins--for whom he sang in the 1960s and who had provided back-up on several of Dion DiMucci's hit records in the 1960s--and a Long Island group called Rhythm Method into an 11-piece band and renamed them The Brooklyn Bridge. Mini Bio (1) Manhattan (Lower East Side) native Johnny Maestro (born John Mastrangelo) has the distinction of being in three top-selling vocal groups dating back to the early days of rock-and-roll: The Del-Satins and The Crests in the 1950s and The Brooklyn Bridge in the 1960s and 1970s. I was fortunate to see you in the 80's at an event in Jersey and you sounded just as great in person. Try again later. Resend Activation Email. He was 70. Les Cauchi, a. The Bridge, as the group is often called, was a merger in 1968 of two bands, the Del-Satins and the Rhythm Method. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Learn How rich is He in this year and how He spends money? Try again. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. He was the lead singer in The Crests, formed in 1956. Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the 1958 doo-wop hit 16 Candles with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. On October 14, 1977 he married the love of his life, Victoria. "He sang `You'll Never Walk Alone' like an angel. ( divorced)( 3 children). yes it is real When did Johnny Maestro die? Thanks for all the beautiful music you gave the world. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. I need to do one more.\" When I asked the crowd if they wanted one more, they of course went wild, without even knowing the underlying truth. Johnny Maestro Follow Artist + After making a name for himself as lead singer of the Crests, vocalist Johnny Maestro formed Brooklyn Bridge in 1968 and scored a gold record the next year on Buddah with a cover of the Fifth Dimension's Read Full Biography Overview Biography Discography Songs Credits Related Share on facebook twitter tumblr .component--type-recirculation .item:nth-child(5) { In 1960, three more of the groups singles placed on the charts: Model Girl, What a Surprise and My Happiness. Mr. Mastrangelo later joined the Del-Satins, which merged with The Rhythm Method, a Long Island band, to form Johnny Maestro and the Brooklyn Bridge in 1968. Copyright 2010 The Associated Press. Add the template {{editprotected}} to the talk page along with your corrections, and it will be brought to the attention of the administrators. This message is from Jon Bauman (a.k.a. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Your songs make me happy! That was in the early 1960's. Coed's desire to break Maestro off as a solo artist eventually led to some tension with the other Crests, who included Carter, Talmadge Gough and Hector Torres. Maestro was best known for his 1958 hit song "16 Candles" with The Crests. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. Thats hard to sell. "Of all the talent, Johnny was the smoothest," said Morrow, who worked with Maestro many times. Verify and try again. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and No. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. Cauchi recalled that another well-known song, "Your Husband, My Wife," drew controversy when it was released in 1969 because it dealt with infidelity - a touchy topic during that era. Johnny, spent our Friday night searching your music on YouTube. "Sixteen Candles" was originally written as "21 Candles," but the number was downsized on the theory that "16" would better reflect the rock 'n' roll demographic. Maestro, one of doo-wop's most enduring figures who became a legend with hits like "Sixteen Candles" and "Worst That Could Happen," died after a long bout with cancer in his home in Cape. 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The B Side sold over a million copies and reached No. Born, John Mastrangelo, and raised on Manhattans lower east side on Mulberry Street, he helped form The Crests in 1956, which became one of the most successful integrated doo-wop groups of all-time. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. We have 11 people. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. Mr. Mastrangelo moved to East Islip, L.I., in 1971, then to Cape Coral, seven years ago. Plus, with new movies and TV shows premiering almost daily, those who love to binge-watch will have no shortage of entertainment. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Yet he always remained a gentle, humble person. Les Cauchi,. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. This account has been disabled. His last residence was in Cape Coral, Fla. About 8 years ago I went to see the great Jimmy Webb who wrote "The Worst that could Happen." They had some minor hits after that. It was billed as "The Ultimate Doo-Wop Party." Thanks for your help! Your Scrapbook is currently empty. TOMMY MARA Of THE CRESTS "THE PAVAROTTI OF DOO WOP." DEAD AT 65 (Funeral arrangements Wednesday from 2-8 at Meadowlawn Funeral Home , 4244 Madison St, New Port Richey) Tommy Marascuillo the lead. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. NEW YORK (AP) - Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the hit "16 Candles" with The Crests and enjoyed a decades-long career with The Brooklyn Bridge, has died of cancer. BORN May 7, 1939 DIED March 24, 2010 AGE 70 Obituary Send Flowers By KILEY ARMSTRONG, Associated Press Writer NEW YORK Singer Johnny Maestro, who performed the 1958 doo-wop hit "16 Candles". Maestro told The New York Times in 1994. Vocalist. Discover today's celebrity birthdays and explore famous people who share your birthday. He was 70. In 1956 at the Henry Street Settlement, he met a black group from the Alfred E. Smith projects in Chinatown and became their lead singer. American singer Johnny Maestro died of cancer Wednesday at his home in Cape Coral, Florida. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. When Maestro left, the others kept the group name, though Maestro continued performing "Sixteen Candles" and other Crests songs in Brooklyn Bridge shows. Together they raised their children Jennifer and Fabian, moving from New York to Florida. Vocalist. Manhattan (Lower East Side) native Johnny Maestro (born John Mastrangelo) has the distinction of being in three top-selling vocal groups dating back to the early days of rock-and-roll: The Del-Satins and The Crests in the 1950s and The Brooklyn Bridge in the 1960s and 1970s.