Upon hearing Wednesday that rock ‘n’ roll innovator Gene Pitney had died unexpectedly, longtime fan Al Anderson had some advice. “Now’s a good time to go back and listen,” said the songwriter and ...

In the early ’60s, Gene Pitney was barnstorming with the Dick Clark Caravan of Stars when the troupe made a stop at The Bushnell. It was a triumphant moment for the young singer — then in his early ...