Mungo Jerry (formerly known as Mungo Jerry Blues Band) are a British rock band formed by Ray Dorset in Ashford, Middlesex, in 1970. Experiencing their greatest success in the early 1970s, with a changing line-up always fronted by Dorset, the group's biggest hit was " In the Summertime ", which sold 30 million copies worldwide and is the biggest ...

One song recorded by Mungo Jerry, "Feels Like I'm in Love", was originally written by Dorset for Elvis Presley, who died before the song could be recorded. Nevertheless, in 1979 it was recorded by the Scottish disco singer Kelly Marie, and became a UK number one in September 1980. [5]

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Jun 23, 2022 · Mungo Jerry is alive and well and continues to create his signature sound. Ray lives with his third wife in England. In addition to the decades-long music career, the couple owns a restaurant.

Apr 26, 2014 · Pop band Mungo Jerry enjoyed massive success in the early 1970s with hits including In The Summertime, Baby Jump, and Alright, Alright, Alright. Lead singer Ray Dorset continues to tour with the...

The Mungo Jerry Magic biography of Mungo Jerry, from 1970 to 2021, with major contributions from Ray Dorset (aka Mungo Jerry) himself.

Raymond Edward "Ray" Dorset (born 21 March 1946, Ashford, Middlesex) is an English guitarist, singer, songwriter, and founder of Mungo Jerry.

Jun 30, 2013 · Mungo Jerry is a British rock group whose greatest success was in the early 1970s, though they have continued throughout the years with an ever-changing line-up, always fronted by Ray Dorset. They are remembered above all for their hit "In the Summertime".

Mar 19, 2015 · Accidently, this jug band from England became stars. In the interview that follows, piano player Colin Earl discusses the song and the band’s rapid rise to fame, as well as Mungo’s demise.

Jul 15, 2017 · SINGER- songwriter Ray Dorset, 71, has been known as Mungo Jerry since his debut single, In The Summertime, made number one in 1970.