Mickey and Mary Carton and Their Orchestra

Artist: Mickey and Mary Carton and Their Orchestra

LP: Little Bits of Ireland
Song: "I'll Forgive and I'll Try to Forget"
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Anyone in the mood for a good, old-fashioned Irish-American break-up song? Here are some notes from the back of the record:

Two of the most attractive exponents of true Irish melodies, Mickey
and Mary Carton have always sung songs that the Irish love. Brother
and sister, they were born in the Bronx, New York, in a household that
was full of music. Their father was an accordion player, and it was only
logical that Mickey and Mary should become attracted to the instrument.
Playing the accordion became second nature to them, and they
were always in demand at local entertainments.

The World War interrupted their duo performances but, after a stretch
in the army, Mickey returned to form his own Irish orchestra,
with Mary as featured singer.

Mickey and Mary Carton make new friends wherever they go and
whenever they appear. They have been on the Ed Sullivan Show five
times; they are cherished by Irish audiences throughout New York,
Chicago, Springfield, Boston, and practically all of new England.
These recordings are sure to increase their already wide popularity.