Who was Barry Stanton?

Who was Barry Stanton?

For those members who are perhaps a little too young to remember Barry, ALVA thought we would just let you know a little of what he achieved in his fantastic lifetime. 

Barry Stanton was an English-Australian rock and roll musician who performed on Six O’Clock RockBandstandJohnny O’Keefe ShowSing Sing SingSaturday Date, and Woody’s Teen Time. In 1988 he issued a compilation album, A Tribute to the King Rare Songs 1957-1965.

Stanton released singles via Leedon Records, starting with “Don’t Let Go” in April 1960. His second, “Don’t You Worry ‘Bout That” (September), was written by O’Keefe, which reached number 3 on the local Top 40. His fourth single, “Beggin’ on My Knees” (November 1961), was written by his brother Rod and reached number 16, nationally. Stanton was signed by RCA in 1964 and issued another single, “A Tribute to the King”. This was written by fellow musician and the label’s A&R, Johnny Devlin. He followed with “My Little Emmy” in July 1965, which was written by Stanton. Even though he was a popular performer locally, he achieved little commercial success internationally. Stanton subsequently performed with other early Australian rockers.

VALE: Barry Stanton

VALE: Barry Stanton

Dear ALVA Members, It is with great sadness that we mark the passing of Barry Stanton. I have no doubt many of you would have known him. We were notified of these details from Barry’s son Darren, and wanted to pass them onto the membership. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. 
 
As you may have already heard, Dad passed away early on Sunday morning with my mum at his side. He’d been living with mild Parkinson’s for the past ten or so years and hadn’t been feeling well for the last few weeks. After being admitted to hospital and undergoing tests, his condition declined rapidly and he died from renal failure on the 21st January, two days before his 77th birthday.
 
Dad had an endless amount of stories of life on the road during his career. He loved telling them and we loved hearing them.
 
My family and I would like to invite any and all who knew him to join us in celebrating his life and bidding the Big Boy a final farewell.
 
His funeral service will be held at 12:30pm Wednesday 31st January at the Hillside Chapel, Palmdale Crematorium, Palmdale Road, PALMDALE, NSW.