Gene Barge

Biography

Gene Barge was a renowned American saxophonist and composer who played in several bands, including The Church Street Five, which recorded for Legrand Records. He co-wrote the hit song "A Night With Daddy 'G' - Part 1" and appeared on Chuck Willis' "C.C. Rider". In 1961, his band's song "Bristol Stomp" reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100. Barge was a founding member of The Church Street Five until his passing in 2025.