What was the name of the backing band that played on Cliff Richard's first UK number 1?

TheBoyPipe

The Drifters, who changed their name to The Shadows because of the american group also called The Drifters....... Oct 15 03, 9:12 AM

mk2norwich

That's a YAY! Most people would immediately answer with 'The Shadows' - a "catch" question, as it's called in quizzing circles.... Oct 15 03, 9:15 AM

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