Wink Martindale, born as Winston Conrad Martindale in 1934, is an American disc jockey, radio personality, and television game show host who also ventured into music. Despite his prominent career in television, Martindale is recognized for his 1959 spoken-word recording, "Deck of Cards," which became a surprise hit, reaching No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. His musical style is unique as it blends narrative storytelling with traditional pop elements. Martindale's contribution to the music industry is primarily marked by his distinctive spoken-word style which adds an unusual element to the pop music of the late 1950s.