The Hollywood Argyles
Formed in 1960, The Hollywood Argyles were an American musical ensemble put
together by producer-songwriter Kim Fowley and his friend Gary S. Paxton. The
group are best known for their hit single "Alley Oop", which reached number one
on the Billboard Hot 100 in July 1960. The song, originally written as a country
track by Dallas Frazier, was recorded with studio musicians and friends,
including Sandy Nelson and Harper Cosby. Despite its success, there was no
actual group to perform live; Gary S. Paxton and Kim Fowley had created the name
Hollywood Argyles based on their Hollywood...
