Dick Contino

Today we step back in time to an era of sock hops, chrome diners, and the golden age of variety shows….and meet the man who made the accordion the coolest instrument in America. Dick Contino burst onto the scene in the late 40s and 50s with lightning-fast fingers, movie-star looks, and a charisma that sent audiences swooning coast to coast. Whether it was on the "Ed Sullivan Show," in a packed theater, or playing for our troops overseas, Dick's music captured the spirit of postwar America – energetic, hopeful, and full of swing. Today, we'll revisit the incredible heights, the hurdles, and the unforgettable moments of a career that defined a generation. So, polish up your saddle shoes and pull up a booth at the malt shop. It's time to welcome squeezebox sensation…Dick Contino.