The Tornados – Telstar
The Tornados – Telstar (1962)
Directed by: Joe Meek
Telstar, a groundbreaking space age pop instrumental by The Tornados, was produced by Joe Meek and released in 1962. Capturing the excitement of the space age and named after the Telstar communications satellite, it became the first single by a British group to reach No. 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100. Its unique sound, featuring the clavioline, contributed to its enduring appeal, making it a significant piece in the history of rock and roll.
