1965 BARRY & PAUL RYAN Test Acetate Record 10” “You Broke My Heart” RARE Pop Duo
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1965 BARRY & PAUL RYAN Test Acetate Record 10” “You Broke My Heart”
RARE Pop Duo
Offered here is a 10” one-sided acetate test recording by Barry & Paul Ryan performing YOU BROKE MY HEART Their recording career as a pair spans only a couple of years starting in 1965 before Paul dropped out. This appears to be an un-released recording. It is in excellent condition as shown. There is a reflection on the left side – not a flaw.
Barry Ryan and his twin brother Paul were born in Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, to pop singer Marion Ryan and antiques dealer Fred Sapherson. Fred left when the twins were two and they were brought up until they were 11 by their grandmother. When the boys were 16, the family moved to London. Their mother suggested they try a career as singers. Her boyfriend, later husband, impresario Harold Davison, managed the brothers; Paul and Barry signed with Decca Records in 1965 under the name of Paul & Barry Ryan.
Within two years they had eight Top 50 singles in the UK. Their best sellers were "Don't Bring Me Your Heartaches", a number 13 hit in 1965, "I Love Her", a number 17 hit in 1966 and "Have Pity on the Boy", a number 18 hit the same year.
Paul Ryan opted out of the stress of show business, and Barry continued as a solo artist, enabling his brother to stay out of the limelight and concentrate on writing songs.
Items are sold as-is. Please study the photographs and ask questions prior to the auction ending. The item you will get is the actual item pictured! Items have not been tested unless otherwise stated in the description. Insurance is included in the handling fees. We are happy to combine items for shipment.
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