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Aki Aleong And His Licorice Twisters
Aki Aleong formed his band The Licorice Twisters in 1966. They worked with musicians like organist Jackie Mittoo, bassist Lloyd Parks, and drummer Joe Isaacs....
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Aki Aleong formed his band The Licorice Twisters in 1966. They worked with musicians like organist Jackie Mittoo, bassist Lloyd Parks, and drummer Joe Isaacs. Their version of "Unchain My Heart" came out in 1967.
That recording of "Unchain My Heart" found listeners in the United States, Europe, and the United Kingdom. The band also put out songs like "Feel Like Jumping" and "Gin and Water."
In 1972, Aleong faced marijuana possession charges and was deported from the United States. The group's activity slowed after that.
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