The Tune Rockers, formed in 1956 in Eggertsville, New York, were pioneers of Buffalo's rock 'n' roll scene. Comprising Tim Nolan (bass), Gene Strong (guitar), Fred Patton (guitar), Mickey Vanderlip (drums), and Johnny Cappello (saxophone), the band gained national recognition with their 1958 instrumental hit, "The Green Mosquito," which peaked at #44 on the Billboard Hot 100. Their energetic performances led to appearances on Dick Clark's "American Bandstand" and tours alongside artists like Fabian. In 2012, they were inducted into the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame, cementing their legacy as trailblazers in the region's music history. ([tigertracksonline.com](https://tigertracksonline.com/2022/10/05/mickey-vanderlip-class-of-1957-tim-nolan-and-gene-strong-class-of-1959-the-tune-rockers/comment-page-1/?utm_source=openai))