Artist Info: Don Gardner

Donald Gardner (May 9, 1931 - September 4, 2018) was an American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter, and drummer. His records included the 1962 pop hit I Need Your Lovin', with Dee Dee Ford. (Don Gardner & Dee Dee Ford).

Born in Philadelphia, Gardner started out as a professional musician in 1947 while still at school. He first recorded as a singer on the Gotham label in 1949. By 1953, he formed his own group, the Sonotones, in which he played drums and sang. [read more...]