Classics IV

Classics IV
Classics IV, 1966. L-R: Dennis Yost, Walter Eaton, J. R. Cobb, and Joe Wilson
Classics IV, 1966. L-R: Dennis Yost, Walter Eaton, J. R. Cobb, and Joe Wilson
Background information
OriginJacksonville, Florida, U.S.
GenresSoft rock[1]
Years active
  • 1965–1975
  • 2001–present
LabelsImperial Records • MGM Records • EMI
Members
  • Tom Garrett
  • Kevin Lloyd
  • James Yoder
  • Paul Weddle
  • Shawn White
  • Dave Soderberg
Past members
Websitewww.theclassicsiv.com

The Classics IV is an American band formed in Jacksonville, Florida, United States, in 1965.[2] The band, founded by Dennis Yost, is known mainly for the hits "Spooky", "Stormy", and "Traces" (released 1967–69), which have become cover standards.[3]

  1. ^ "Lead singer of '60s group the Classics IV dies". Los Angeles Times. December 9, 2008. Retrieved January 26, 2017.
  2. ^ Colin Larkin, ed. (1997). The Virgin Encyclopedia of Popular Music (Concise ed.). Virgin Books. p. 269. ISBN 1-85227-745-9.
  3. ^ Tamarkin, Jeff (January 2, 2018). "The Classics IV Trio: 'Spooky,' 'Stormy' & 'Traces'". Best Classic Bands. Retrieved September 2, 2020.