The Tokens

Rockin' and Roarin' is the definitive history of The Tokens and their musical accomplishments throughout the 1960s and 1970s. Although known for "The Lion Sleeps Tonight," The Tokens were responsible for producing some of the decades greatest hits. The show presents anecdotes accompanied by a nostalgic slide deck that treat the audience to the breadth of The Tokens career, performing the wonderful melodies and amazing harmonies that earned them multiple gold records.

Throughout the sixties The Tokens were responsible for some of music's most well known songs. Besides the worldwide sensation, "The Lion Sleeps Tonight,” they also wrote and recorded the gold records "Tonight I Fell in Love,” and "I Hear Trumpets Blow.”

Successfully transitioning to the other side of the recording booth, The Tokens produced hits for The Chiffons (He's So Fine & One Fine Day), The Happenings (See You In September & I Got Rhythm), Randy & The Rainbows (Denise) and Tony Orlando & Dawn (Candida, Knock Three Times & Tie A Yellow Ribbon).

Did you know that The Tokens were also the first vocal group to play their own instrument tracks for recording sessions?

In 1998 The Tokens became the first and only group to sing the National Anthem at all major league ballparks in one season. This accomplishment landed them into the Guinness Book of World Records. They have been inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame and the Long Island Music Hall of Fame.

Original members Phil and Mitch Margo have since passed. Phil’s son Noah, who toured with the group for thirty years, felt it paramount to continue celebrating the great music created by his father and his uncle. With this new configuration Noah and his son Solomon honor their legacy while keeping it in the family.

TECHNICAL RIDER
This “Rider to Contract” shall be considered a part of the contract between the Purchaser and The Tokens (hereinafter called “Artist”) to which it is attached.

The production consists of a legacy tribute to The Tokens. The performance ranges anywhere from 20 minutes to 1:45 minutes in length with optional intermission for shows over 90 minutes in length. The band consists of 6 band members.

LOAD-IN
For theater shows with screens and projection load-in will begin no less than 6 hours before show time. We prefer reserved parking with an unobstructed path to the stage when we are providing back line. If back line is provided by Purchaser suitable parking is required close to venue.
Purchaser agrees to notify Artist no less than forty-eight (48) hours in advance if the time previously arranged for load in and load out of Artist equipment is to be changed.
Artist retains all control over placement and operation of sound system and lighting system. Sound level shall be maintained to D.E.Q. standards.

STAGE AREA
The Artist required a minimum stage area of 24’ wide by 16’ deep, with one 8’ x 8’ drum riser. Artist shall be notified at least fourteen (14) days prior to engagement if modification must be made.

POWER
We will need appropriate A/C power for at least 2 amps and five (5) power A/C power drops with quad boxes.

PROJECTION REQUIREMENTS (STAGING)
Projection Screen & Video Projector for Power Point Deck with a remote control for drummer.

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS (STAGING)
Purchaser shall furnish the complete lighting system, including technician, suitable for professional appearance of the stage and show.

SOUND REQUIREMENTS
Purchaser shall furnish the complete main sound system, monitor system and technician(s), unless otherwise noted. Said system must be approved by and meet the specification of the attached stage plot and group leader or representative.

BACKLINE
Unless otherwise stipulated in the agreement, Purchaser must provide the following:
Guitar Amp
Bass Amp
Keyboard Amp or DI box
Drum kit including the following:
22” Kick Drum (with DW9000 or equivalent pedal)
12” or 13” Rack Tom and 16” Floor Tom (with legs/mounting hardware)
13” or 14” Hi Hat cymbals (with stand)
(2) 17” or 18” crash cymbals - (with stands)
20” ride cymbal (with boom stand)
14” snare drum (with stand)
Drum throne

SECURITY
Purchaser shall at all times exercise security over equipment and personnel on stage and at the mixing console area, preventing access to same by unauthorized personnel.