The J's with Jamie | |
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 Cover art for The two sides of the J's with Jamie (1963) depicting, from left-to-right, Joe Silvia, Don Shelton, Jamie Silvia, and Len Dresslar. | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | Jamie and the J. Silvia Singers |
| Genres | Jingles, show tunes |
| Years active | 1958–1967 |
| Labels | Columbia Records, ABC |
| Past members | Jamie Silvia Joe Silvia Don Shelton Len Dresslar Marshall Gill |
The J's with Jamie was an American musical group specializing in commercial jingles in the 1950s and 1960s. The group's core members were Jamie and Joe Silvia, a married couple who played with a number of session musicians and other singers. They worked within the booming mid-20th century Chicago advertising industry in both radio and television with clients including well-known food companies, politicians, appliance manufacturers, and industry associations. The couple declined invitations to go on tour, opting to stay in Chicago with their family, but did record three albums for Columbia Records, including a combination of original songs and covers of standards and Broadway show tunes. At the 6th Annual Grammy Awards in 1964, The J's with Jamie were nominated in two categories: Best New Artist and Best Performance by a Vocal Group. Shortly before disbanding in 1967 to found a commercial production firm, the Silvias released another two albums as Jamie and the J. Silvia Singers.