The Peppermint Twist

Artist Bio:
Danny Peppermint and the Jumping Jacks was a rock and roll band formed in the 1950s. The group was led by Danny Peppermint, whose real name was Danny Stradella. The band was known for their energetic live performances and catchy tunes, which made them popular in the music scene at the time.

Danny Peppermint and the Jumping Jacks released several singles, including "The Peppermint Twist," which was their biggest hit. The song reached number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1961. The band was part of the twist dance craze that swept the nation in the early 1960s. Despite their brief success, Danny Peppermint and the Jumping Jacks disbanded in the mid-1960s. Today, they are remembered as a fun and lively rock and roll band from the golden era of music.