The Diamonds: A Fan Site

America’s Little Darlins

Bill Reed, the original bass singer, who at 68, passed away October

22, 2004. Bill's smooth bass voice was the foundation of The

Diamonds and was instrumental in establishing their signature

sound. We are saddened at his loss, but rejoice in the privilege of

hearing him sing.

This is a fan site of the "Original" Diamonds Singing Group of the 1950s. Information contained in this website, is the version of events as related to me by original members: Phil Levitt, Ted Kowalski, Bill Reed and Dave Somerville. Note: The bulk of the Diamonds' success came from their work in the United States, but they were one of many fine groups and artists that came from Canada. Web Designer by Xara Disclaimer

Tenor Ted Kowalski passed away Aug 8, 2010 as a result of

medical issues. As a founding member of the Diamonds, he

brought joy to the fans with his energy and his love of singing.

2004 Article on the Diamonds by A. Merey. 2009 Article on Tenor Ted Kowalski by A. Merey. MP3 Samples on rarely heard Rugolo Album. 64 Samples of singles released by the Diamonds. Fun! That was the way one fan described the

Diamonds. And who could argue? After listening to

"Little Darlin'" for the first time, it was a foregone

conclusion. It was only a little over two minutes

long, but it was fun. This fabulous foursome of the

fifties had hits such as "Little Darlin", "The Stroll",

and "Why Do Fools Fall In Love". These were only

three of 16 hits on the Billboard Charts. Countless

television shows and concerts, guest staring in a

movie and singing the theme song for two others,

and being inducted in several Halls of Fame. All this

insured their place in the history of early rock and

roll, and endeared themselves to the hearts of their