Dean Torrence (above) along with William Jan Berry were Jan and Dean, a
rock and roll duo, popular from the late 1950s through the mid 1960s.They
became associated with the vocal "surf music" craze that was popularized by
The Beach Boys. Berry (Jan) died March 26, 2004. Torrence tours occasionally
with The Surf City Allstars.
Pictured Left to right…Jan and Dean
This was #1 in July 1963 for two weeks.
Dean sure is a really nice guy! I have met him & talked to him after his interview at Fanny “Hill in Eau claire, Wisconsin at Shake Rattle & Roll in 1986! He is so down to earth, so understanding & just an over all super guy! We had a wonderful conversation..and even talked about Rick Nelson! Well, Dean I didn’t want to say what we talked about, but as you know It was all GOOD about Rick..& the Eagles!!! had seen him later at The Chippewa Fair in the 90’s! He gave me a big hug when he seen me! I will never ever forget that! He is so SWEET! The next time I seen him Tamee Show. By the way.I bought the DVD!! I wish I could see Dean again…But we both know that Shake Rattle & Roll is History..just like the Rock & Roll Music!! I wish The Surf City Allstars would come to Turtle Lake Casino!! or Black River Casino also! That’s not far from my house!! Its been a long time since I seen you!(Dean) Ha..Kinda Like Sha Na Na abut that same time frame!!! Well, I always liked the music of Jan & Dean.. No offence Brian….But when Jan & Dean sang some of the same songs you recorded.WELL, I liked Jan & Deans style much better!! But yours were good to!! I only hope that Dean will read this..it will bring back memories for him!! (Those Good Ol’e Rock & Roll Days) We ALL LOVE & MISS!! Rhonda
P. S. TAKE CARE DEAN WHERE EVER YOUR ARE??????????
Oh Dean, I was so back in time with Shake Rattle & Roll I forgot to wish YOU……………………
A VERY VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY & I CERTAINLY HOPE THAT YOUR DAY WAS EXTRA SPECIAL..BECAUSE YOU ARE SUCH A SPECIAL GUY!!!!!!!!!!!!
I never did Thank You for letting me talk with you after your interview & also THANK YOU for that very nice picture of my sister & I we took together on the couch!! You know you were the very first entertainer that I actually had a conversation with & that was so special, something I’ll NEVER FORGET & I have PICTURE PROOF!! The picture turned out so nice & if I have the chance to see you again, I’ll make you a copy of this!!! AGAIN………………………………………
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!
Bye Rhonda