The Dakotas | The Cruel Sea | Parlophone | 1963
The Dakotas, formed in 1960, gained popularity at Manchester's Oasis Club and Liverpool's Cavern Club. Managed by noted figure Brian Epstein, they became the backing band for Billy J. Kramer. Their debut Parlophone single, “The Cruel Sea” / “The Millionaire”, showcases songs by Mike Mansfield and was released in July 1963.https://monocledalchemist.com/2026/02/24/the-dakotas-the-cruel-sea-parlophone-1963/









