• The Tokens’ Jay Siegel: The Lion Sleeps Tonight & More on the LIMEHOF Podcast with Tom Needham

  • Dec 5 2024
  • Length: 35 mins
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The Tokens’ Jay Siegel: The Lion Sleeps Tonight & More on the LIMEHOF Podcast with Tom Needham

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    On this episode of the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame Podcast, we are honored to feature inductee Jay Siegel of The Tokens. Known for their timeless classic “The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” The Tokens made history with Jay’s unforgettable falsetto and hits like “Tonight I Fell In Love.”

    Beyond their own chart-toppers, The Tokens became the first vocal group to produce a million-seller for another artist, crafting iconic songs like The Chiffons’ “He’s So Fine,” Randy and the Rainbows’ “Denise,” and Tony Orlando and Dawn’s “Tie a Yellow Ribbon.”

    Over the years, the Tokens shared the stage with legends like The Beatles, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard, cementing their legacy as pop music pioneers.

    Inducted into the Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame in 2008, Jay Siegel continues to inspire with his remarkable contributions to American music. Tune in to hear him share the stories behind the hits and his extraordinary journey in the industry.


    The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame is located at:

    97 Main Street
    Stony Brook, NY 11790
    Email: info@limusichalloffame.org
    Phone: 631-689-5888
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