The Kalin Twins' 1958 single "When" became a surprise hit, reaching #5 on the Billboard charts. The song's simple arrangement and sweet harmonies defined a particular strain of early rock and roll pop.
- The song "When" was written by Kim Fowley, Gary Usher, and Don Ralke. It was produced by Snuff Garrett. The B-side was "It's Only the Beginning".
- "When" reached #5 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1958. It also reached #2 on the UK Singles Chart.
- The duo's previous single, "Sweet Little Thing," had failed to chart. The Kalin Twins would only have one other minor hit, "Tumblin' Tumblin' Tumblin'," later that year.
Brothers Barry and Dennis Kalin formed a vocal duo in the late 1950s. They recorded for a variety of labels, enjoying their greatest success in 1958.
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