A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 138: “I Fought the Law” by the Bobby Fuller Four
Dec 1, 2021
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The Fanatics Begin
- Unhappy with Norman Petty, Fuller built a home studio and formed a band, initially called The Fanatics.
- He focused on emulating Buddy Holly and other rock and roll influences.
LA and The Teen Rendezvous
- The Fanatics moved to LA seeking success, playing surf music alongside rockabilly.
- They briefly opened a teen club, which closed after a costly Bobby Vee performance.
British Invasion and Nunes
- Bobby Fuller struggled to write original material and resented the British Invasion's impact.
- Delphi Records, facing financial trouble, partnered with Larry Nunes, a figure with alleged mob ties.