IN THE precarious world of showbiz and well after they were told rock'n'roll wouldn't last, the Delltones are not only alive and well but they are thriving.
About to come to a club near you, the four-part '60s harmony band is about to give audiences such numbers as Get A Little Dirt on Your Hands, Come a Little Bit Closer, Hangin' Five and Gee.
During the second half of the show, there will be examples of songs reflecting their revival in the mid-1980s, from their best-selling albums Bop Til Ya Drop and Tickled Pink songs such as Get a Job, Papa Oom Mow Mow and Mr Bassman.
The Delltones have been entertaining audiences for more than 50 years.
Ian "Peewee" Wilson, founding member, is the most recognisable Delltone as the tall bass man.
The Delltones began in 1958 when young lifesavers Noel Widerberg, Brian Perkins, Warren Lucas and Ian Wilson, appeared at Bronte Surf Club.
By the end of their first decade, the group had recorded 18 singles and five albums in Australia.
By the latter part of 1963 surf music dominated Australian charts and The Delltones picked up four radio awards, and over the years they garnered three Mo Awards and four Ace Awards.
Peewee Wilson said the band's sound was aimed at the heart and feet.
"I've always wanted to do music that reflected romance and humour," Peewee said.
"I don't think we'd survive if we only had the old fans.
"The band has survived a lot of changes and that's what makes it attractive to the audience."
The Delltones will be at Club Central Hurstville from 8.30pm on Saturday, September 6.
Bookings: clubcentralhurstville.com.au or 9570 3355.