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Explore and Learn about the Doo-Wop Scene of New Haven

Doo-wop may be a genre that originated seventy plus years ago , but people of all ages still listen and are inspired by it. During the peak of the genre, one city in Connecticut seemed to always have a group forming or making the charts. Who exactly were these groups and why are they still relevant to today's culture in the New Haven area and beyond?

Most importantly, how are certain figures keeping the legacy of doo-wop alive? Dive in to learn more!

Discovering New Haven Doo-Wop

Dive into the history of doo-wop from its flaws to perfections to how the genre changed the New Haven music scene during the 1950s.

The History

The Groups

Learn about some of New Haven's Doo-Wop groups from The Five Satins to The Chestnuts.

Doo-Wop in the Modern Day of Age

So what? Why are people caring so much about a genre from 70 years ago? Learn about how certain people are keeping the genre alive in the 21st century.

New Haven Doo-Wop Gallery

Explore some photographs and additional videos of New Haven Doo-Wop Groups!

Listen to some primary sources from the Doo-Wop scene, modern day doo-woppers, stories on doo-wop and more!

Tidbits, Stories, and Interviews