B. Bumble and the Stingers were a rock and roll instrumental band from the early 1960s. Their biggest hit was the song “Nut Rocker”, which was a rock and roll adaptation of Tchaikovsky’s “March of the Wooden Soldiers”.
The band was formed in California in 1961 and consisted of members R.C. Gamble on guitar, Jimmie Haskell on saxophone, Red Callender on bass, Earl Palmer on drums, and Ernie Freeman on piano. The band’s name was inspired by the “Bumble Boogie” piano piece by Jack Fina.
In addition to “Nut Rocker”, B. Bumble and the Stingers also had several other hits, including “Bumble Boogie”, “Nautilus”, and “Apple Knocker”. Their music was popular with both rock and roll fans and dancers, and their unique blend of classical and rock elements made them stand out from other instrumental bands of the time.
Although the band only lasted a few years, their music has remained popular and influential, and their unique sound continues to be celebrated by fans and musicians alike.