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- Reference NumberARC-0394
- Level of descriptioncollection
- TitleBunny Paul Papers
- Date1955-1959, 1983
- Size0.14 (Linear feet)
- Scope and ContentsThe Bunny Paul Papers document the career of Bunny Paul, an early female singer-songwriter. The papers primarily date from 1955 to 1959, with a clipping from 1983. In addition to clippings, the papers include a press release, promotional photographs, and a handwritten lead sheet for the song, "Love Birds."
- Timeline1924 May 21: Born in Detroit, Michigan.
1952 November: Signs with Derby Records, but does not release any records.
1953: Releases self-penned singles "Never Let Me Go" / "Magic Guitar" on Dot Records.
1954 May: Has first release on Essex Records, "You'll Never Leave My Side" / "New Love" (Essex #344).
1955: Signs a one year contract with Capitol Records.
1956: Releases "That's Love"/"The Gypsy" on Dynamic Records (#201).
1956: Tours throughout the United States and Canada.
1956: Has short-lived record deals with Dash Records and Point Records.
1957: Signs with Brunswick Records, and releases two singles that do not chart.
1958 Fall: Signs with Roulette Records, and releases "Love Birds" / "We Wanted to Marry."
1960: Develops a brain tumor, which sidelines her music career.
1963: Resumes her career with a release for Gordy Records, part of Berry Gordy's Motown label ("I'm Hooked" / "We're Only Young Once"), but her poor health does not permit any further recordings. - NotesAcquisition Note: The Bunny Paul Papers were received by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc., as a gift from Bunny Paul Rappaport on December 9, 2012.
Citation: [Identification of Item], Bunny Paul Papers, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum.
Processing Information: Processed by Anastasia Karel, Archivist. Completed March 28, 2013. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual. - AccessCollection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibilities and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.
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