Its appeal quickly waned and "Teen Beat '65" (1964) - recorded in the artist's garage studio - was his last chart entry. Guitarists Glen Campbell and Jerry McGee, later of the Ventures, as well as bass player Carol Kaye were among the musicians contributing to his sessions, but these lessened dramatically towards the end of the decade.
During the 70s Nelson was featured in one of impresario Richard Nader's Rock 'N' Roll Revival shows, but he retired following the disappointing disco-influenced Bang Bang Rhythm. Despite being tempted into occasional, informal recordings, Nelson has remained largely inactive in professional music since 1978, although instrumental aficionados still marvel at the drummer's extensive catalogue.
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