This is FRESH AIR. The Beatles overwhelmed America when they led the British invasion in 1964. But within a few months, many other bands were vying for attention. Most of them managed a hit or two.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. May 7—WILKES-BARRE — Peter Noone, also known as "Herman" of Herman's Hermits fame, said when he and so many super groups that ...