The Vipps
(aka The VIPs)
This site is dedicated to the memory of Frank Kenyon who died recently.
The photographs and most of the information for this site was provided by his family.


The Vipps returning home to Carlisle

The Vipps were Carlisle's VIPs renamed as the name "The VIPs" was thought to sound outdated and "The Vipps" to be trendier. Their single released in 1966 was "Wintertime" on CBS

The Vipps were comprised of Mike Harison (lead vocals), Gregg Ridley (bass) , Frank Kenyon (rhythm guitar), Jimmy Henshaw (lead guitar), and Walter Johnstone (drums).


The Vipps as Sixties Style Icons!
   

The Vipps in 1966