Hanky Panky by Tommy James And The Shondells

Song Info:
"Hanky Panky" by Tommy James and the Shondells was originally released in 1964 as the B-side to their single "Say I Am (What I Am)." The song did not gain much attention until it started receiving airplay in Pittsburgh, leading to its re-release as an A-side single in 1966. The re-release of "Hanky Panky" quickly climbed the charts, eventually reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in July 1966.

Artist Bio:
Tommy James and the Shondells were a rock band formed in Niles, Michigan, in 1959. The group scored numerous hit songs in the 1960s, including "Hanky Panky," "Mony Mony," and "Crimson and Clover." Tommy James, the lead singer and songwriter, played a significant role in the band's success with his distinctive voice and writing abilities. The band's blend of rock, pop, and psychedelic influences helped them stand out in the music scene of the era. Tommy James and the Shondells disbanded in 1970 but left a lasting legacy in the history of rock music.