Teresa Brewer was an American singer whose style incorporated pop, country, and jazz, and she was one of the most popular female singers of the 1950s. Born Theresa Veronica Breuer on May 7, 1931, in Toledo, Ohio, she rose to fame with her first major hit, "Music! Music! Music!" in 1950. The catchy tune, with its signature line "Put Another Nickel In," quickly became her signature song and earned her the nickname "Miss Music." The hit was just the start of a successful career that included over 600 recordings.

Brewer had an exuberant performance style that resonated well on television and live shows, and she became a regular guest on "The Ed Sullivan Show," showcasing her versatility and charm. Her catalog is filled with peppy numbers and ballads like “Ricochet,” “A Sweet Old-Fashioned Girl,” and “Till I Waltz Again with You.” While her career slowed down in the later decades, her contributions to the music world continued to be celebrated with reissues and collections like "After School: Teresa Brewer's Retro Summer Playlist," appealing to nostalgic audiences as well as new generations. Teresa Brewer passed away on October 17, 2007, leaving behind a legacy of joyful and heartfelt music that continues to be discovered and enjoyed.

Genres

Deep Adult Standards

Latest Release

When I Leave The World Behind (Live On The Ed Sullivan Show, October 11, 1953)

Teresa Brewer

Single - Released July 14, 2023