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Sonny Turner joined The Platters as the lead singer in late 1959, stepping into big shoes left by Tony Williams. He helped steer the group into a soulful, mid-60s pop-soul sound, delivering memorable hits and a lasting footprint in rhythm and blues history. This page covers his biography, discography highlights, and upcoming tour information so fans can secure their seats and celebrate his music with confidence.

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Born September 24, 1939 in Fairmont, West Virginia, Sonny Turner's career spans stage performances, recordings, and collaborations that kept classic doo-wop and R&B vibes alive. From charting Platters singles to solo projects, his work resonates with fans of timeless harmony and heartfelt storytelling. Stay connected for upcoming tour dates and opportunities to hear these beloved tunes live.

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Quick Facts About Sonny Turner

  • Born September 24, 1939 in Fairmont, West Virginia; died January 13, 2022 in Los Angeles, California.
  • Replaced Tony Williams as The Platters' lead singer in late 1959; sang lead on mid‑60s Platters hits including I Love You 1,000 Times (1966), With This Ring (1967), and Washed Ashore (1968).
  • Solo discography (albums, most recent first): Celebrate The New Year '88 At Harvey's, Lake Tahoe (1988); Celebrate The New Year At Harvey's Lake Tahoe (1983); Sings At Lake Tahoe (1983); Standing Ovation (1974).
  • Top Platters-era singles with Turner as lead (chart peaks): I Love You 1,000 Times — US #31 (1966); With This Ring — US #14 (1967); Washed Ashore — US #56 (1968).
  • Solo singles (selected, most recent first): I'll Be Around (2020); I Want A Guarantee / Now That You're Gone (2016) with Maxine Brown; Chicago Woman / Now That You're Gone (1972); Atlanta / Interstate 65 (1969).
  • Genre/style: Rhythm and blues / doo-wop, with Turner's era marking a soulful, mid‑60s pop-soul direction for The Platters.

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Sonny Turner Discography

  • Celebrate The New Year '88 At Harvey's, Lake Tahoe
    1988
  • Celebrate The New Year At Harvey's Lake Tahoe
    1983
  • Sings At Lake Tahoe
    1983
  • Standing Ovation
    1974

The hits

Top Sonny Turner Songs

  • I'll Be Around
    2020
  • I Want A Guarantee / Now That You're Gone (with Maxine Brown)
    2016
  • Chicago Woman / Now That You're Gone
    1972
  • Atlanta / Interstate 65
    1969
  • Washed Ashore
    1968 · 56 (US)
  • With This Ring
    1967 · 14 (US)
  • I Love You 1,000 Times
    1966 · 31 (US)

Born September 24, 1939 in Fairmont, West Virginia, Sonny Turner's career spans stage performances, recordings, and collaborations that kept classic doo-wop and R&B vibes alive. From charting Platters singles to solo projects, his work resonates with fans of timeless harmony and heartfelt storytelling. Stay connected for upcoming tour dates and opportunities to hear these beloved tunes live.

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