Al's Untouchables

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Formed in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in the early 60s by a group of long-haired high schoolers, The Untouchables were the biggest group in the state for several years. They served as the primary house band for the Danceland Ballroom in Cedar Rapids, often toured the Midwest circuit, and played shows with Sam the Sham, Ike & Tina Turner, The Animals, and Chuck Berry. In 1965, The Untouchables recorded a double-sided hit in the upper Midwest with the songs “Come On Baby” and “Stick Around,” both penned by band members Tom Hankins and Dick Douglas. “Come on Baby” is often called “The Holy Grail of Garage Punk” and original copies of the 45 routinely sell for over $1000. The Al of Al's Untouchables refers to the band's original manager, Al Huntzinger, who took advantage of the group's youth and naivete, pocketing 80% of the band's profits. Even before Huntzinger was dumped as manager, the group had been touring and was known by fans as The Untouchables. Huntzinger was the only one who referred to the group as Al's Untouchables, and when the record was pressed, that name and an undeserved producer credit for Huntzinger were printed on the 45. The group dumped Huntzinger, rebranded themselves as The Orphans, and went to Los Angeles. They toured California, but only recorded one unreleased 45. The Untouchables Tom Hankins - bass, keyboards, guitar, and vocals Dick Douglas - lead guitar and vocals Bruce Nunamaker - rhythm guitar Eddy Hood - 12-string guitar, bass, and vocals Ro

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