Jay Traynor

American pop and doo-wop singer

Jay Traynor - American pop and doo-wop singer
Born

March 30th, 1943
81 years ago

Died

2014
11 years ago — 71 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1943, this singer rose to prominence as a member of the doo-wop group The Coins and later performed with Jay and the Americans. The group gained popularity in the 1960s with hits that defined the era's sound. The singer contributed to notable tracks during this period and helped shape the doo-wop genre. After leaving the group, continued to perform and release music, further establishing a legacy within the pop music landscape.

Sang with Jay and the Americans

Contributed to the hit 'Come a Little Bit Closer'

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