The Darts

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There are multiple artists called The Darts: 1) Darts was a nine-piece British doo-wop revival ensemble that garnered chart success in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Hailing from London, the group achieved several UK top 20 hits, including three consecutive number twos, with revitalized renditions of early U.S. rock and roll and R&B classics. Formed in 1976 by Den Hegarty, Griff Fender, Rita Ray, and Horatio Hornblower, all former members of Rocky Sharpe and the Razors, along with Thump Thompson, George Currie, and John Dummer, formerly of John Dummer's Blues Band. The lineup was rounded out by Hammy Howell and ex-Mickey Jupp vocalist Bob Fish. Their breakthrough came after an appearance on Charlie Gillet's show on BBC Radio London in October 1976, leading to a recording contract with Magnet Records and collaboration with producer Tommy Boyce, known for his work with The Monkees. With a repertoire of 1950s rock and roll hits, they achieved their first UK hit in December 1977 with a medley of "Daddy Cool" and "The Girl Can't Help It". Subsequent hits in 1978 included covers of "Come Back My Love" and "The Boy from New York City", along with the original song "It's Raining". These singles all reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart, collectively selling 1.25 million copies. Following Hegarty's departure in September 1978, Kenny Andrews joined the band. Further hits followed in 1978 and 1979, including "Don't Let It Fade Away" and "Get It". They also covered Gene Chandler'

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Del-Fi Hotrodders (The Darts / The De-Fenders / The Deuce Coupes)

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Double Top - The Very Best Of Darts

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Platinum Collection

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The Platinum Collection

I Like You But Not Like That

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SSMXMAS2008

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Double Top

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100 Hits: 70's Disc 1

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Rock N' Roll Danger! '50s Instrumental Killers

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100 Hits: 70's Disc 4

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