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when did bill kenny join the ink spots?
In 1936, Jerry Daniels was replaced by a 21-year-old singer from Baltimore, Bill Kenny.
did bill kenny play any instruments?
Kenny was credited for bringing the group to global success with his unusual high tenor ballad singing.
How did bill kenny come to join the group?
Bill Kenny, who signed on with the Ink Spots after winning first place in an amateur contest at Harlem's Savoy Ballroom.
was the band successful after kenny joined?
Even though it got a good response, it wasn't very successful in terms of record sales and didn't reach the pop charts.
How long was kenny with the band?
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what else was interesting about bill kenny joining the band?
Bill Kenny started to introduce the group to a new format that he called "Top & Bottom".

Question: What was Top and Bottom ?
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