Hi Trev, Larry Parnes bought in the Tornadoes to back Billy Fury around 1961, to try to emulate the success of Cliff and the Shadows, He auditioned many bands for Billy, including the Beatles, of whch John Lennon got Billys autograph, he was a real fan of Billy Fury.The Shadows were originally called the Drifters, but had to change theyre name in 1959 because of the American group of the same name. Cliff and the Drifters truly were our first r,n,r band, unfortunately because of what Cliff has gone on to do, they seem to get forgotten as a credible band, they only really had about 18 good months. but if your from the States and you have never heard of tem, they are well worth checking out.
Heres a few titles to look out for

1, Move It
2, Apron Strings
3, Livin Lovin Doll
4, Mean Streak
5, No Turning Back
6, Dynamite

Dont forget the first album just called "Cliff" recorded live at the E.M.I studios in 1959. not a bad track on it..... also check out "The Sound of Fury".....