The Fireballs feat. Jimmy Gilmer & George Tomsco
Hailing from Raton, New Mexico in the late 50’s, the Fireballs were New
Mexico’s first Rock & Roll recording band to become internationally known. The group was christened the Fireballs after their standing ovation performance of “Great Balls of Fire” at the Raton High School PTA talent contest in New Mexico, USA in January, 1958.
Mexico’s first Rock & Roll recording band to become internationally known. The group was christened the Fireballs after their standing ovation performance of “Great Balls of Fire” at the Raton High School PTA talent contest in New Mexico, USA in January, 1958.
Coupled with a new vocalist, Jimmy Gilmer, the Fireballs savored
success in a new dimension. “Sugar Shack” on DOT records was a #1 hit
and the largest selling single of the year. More vocal singles and
albums followed.
The late 60’s found the Fireballs on ATCO records with more chart
singles and albums. Gilmer’s gutsy lead vocal along with the backup
vocals from the Fireballs sang their way to another top 10 tune with
“Bottle Of Wine” followed closely by “Come On React”, of which albums
were released under each of the titles.
