Originally known as the Outcasts, a San Diego act renowned for cover versions, this popular group took the name Union Gap in January 1967. Although burdened by a passé image - they dressed in American Civil War uniforms - "General" Gary Puckett (17 October 1942, Hibbing, Minnesota, USA; vocals), "Sergeant" Dwight Benett (b. December 1945, San Diego, California, USA; tenor saxophone), "Corporal" Kerry Chater (b. 7 August 1945, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; bass), "Private" Gary "Mutha" Withem (b. 22 August 1946, San Diego, California, USA; woodwind/piano) and "Private" Paul Whitbread (b. 8 February 1946, San Diego, California, USA; drums) enjoyed considerable success through their relationship with songwriter/producer Jerry Fuller. "Woman Woman" achieved gold status in 1967, and the following year the quintet scored three more million-sellers with "Young Girl", a chart-topper in the US and UK, "Lady Willpower" and "Over You", each of which were marked by Puckett's soaring vocal line. However, the formula appeal of their highly polished sound gradually waned and the group disbanded in 1971. Puckett continues as a solo artist endlessly recycling his past hits. As It Stands was issued in the mid-90s and featured some re-recordings of "Lady Willpower", "Young Girl" and others, together with new songs such as "As It Stands" and "I Ain't Got Noth'n But The Blues".
Gary Puckett And The Union Gap's Friend Space (Top 8)
So i just found out the other day that you guys played a show in piqua ohio with chubby checker a couple of years ago. I was very dissapointed that i found out you were so close and didnt go see you. Your music plays at my work all the time and thats actually how i got hooked. Just give me a heads up next time your in the area. Thanks.
Thank You so much for being my friend!! i so appreciate having you!!! Seems to me you got it going on!! It's amazing what we can accomplish with desire, hard work and believing in ourselves!! If you get a second i'd appreciate you check out my version of Etta James classic AT LAST!!! I GOT A NEW HOT DANCE/CLUB SONG!!!
I don't know if this page is a label page or if Gary actually reads it, but either way, I'd like to stop by and wish him a happy thanksgiving. He forever ranks as one of my favorite voices!
