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Chicago Gangsters
43,160 listeners
Despite their name, the Chicago Gangsters were originally from Akron, Ohio, consisting of brothers James, Sam, Chris, and Leroy McCants. Th… read moreDespite their name, the Chicago Gangsters were originally from Akron, Ohio, consisting of brothers James, Sam, Chris, and Leroy McCants. Their sound ranged from heavy funk and disco to sweet, smooth soul balladry. They adopted the name C… read moreDespite their name, the Chicago Gangsters were originally from Akron, Ohio, consisting of brothers James, Sam, Chris, and Leroy McCants. Their sound ranged from heavy funk and disco to sweet, smooth soul balladry. They adopted the name Chicago Gangsters after catching on with the Gold Plate label… read more -
Leroy Hutson
128,086 listeners
One of the most underrated soul producers of the '70s, multi-talented producer/singer/songwriter/instrumentalist Leroy Hutson began hi… read moreOne of the most underrated soul producers of the '70s, multi-talented producer/singer/songwriter/instrumentalist Leroy Hutson began his career in various vocal groups around his hometown of Newark, NJ, in the '60s, but saw his … read moreOne of the most underrated soul producers of the '70s, multi-talented producer/singer/songwriter/instrumentalist Leroy Hutson began his career in various vocal groups around his hometown of Newark, NJ, in the '60s, but saw his early success as a co-writer for Howard University roommate … read more -
Lamont Dozier
48,675 listeners
Lamont Dozier (born Lamont Herbert Dozier in Detroit, MI, on 16 June 1941; died 9 August 2022) was an American singer, songwriter and recor… read moreLamont Dozier (born Lamont Herbert Dozier in Detroit, MI, on 16 June 1941; died 9 August 2022) was an American singer, songwriter and record producer. He co-wrote and produced 14 US Billboard number 1 hits and 4 number ones in the UK. He… read moreLamont Dozier (born Lamont Herbert Dozier in Detroit, MI, on 16 June 1941; died 9 August 2022) was an American singer, songwriter and record producer. He co-wrote and produced 14 US Billboard number 1 hits and 4 number ones in the UK. He is best remembered as a member of Holland-Dozier-Holland, t… read more -
Willie Hutch
185,635 listeners
Willie McKinley Hutchison, known professionally as Willie Hutch (December 6, 1944 — September 19, 2005) was an American singer, as well as … read moreWillie McKinley Hutchison, known professionally as Willie Hutch (December 6, 1944 — September 19, 2005) was an American singer, as well as a songwriter and record producer for the Motown record label during the 1970s. Hutch produced albu… read moreWillie McKinley Hutchison, known professionally as Willie Hutch (December 6, 1944 — September 19, 2005) was an American singer, as well as a songwriter and record producer for the Motown record label during the 1970s. Hutch produced albums by acts such as The 5th Dimension, Michael Jackson and Sm… read more -
The Sylvers
109,234 listeners
Among the more popular family acts on the '70s R&B circuit, Memphis' Sylvers recorded for Pride, MGM, Capitol, Casablanca, an… read moreAmong the more popular family acts on the '70s R&B circuit, Memphis' Sylvers recorded for Pride, MGM, Capitol, Casablanca, and Geffen during their 13-year chart run. No less than nine of the ten brothers and sisters in the … read moreAmong the more popular family acts on the '70s R&B circuit, Memphis' Sylvers recorded for Pride, MGM, Capitol, Casablanca, and Geffen during their 13-year chart run. No less than nine of the ten brothers and sisters in the family — Olympia, Leon, Charmaine, James, Edmund, Ricky, Ang… read more -
Gene Harris
122,377 listeners
Gene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues… read moreGene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues and gospel infused style. From 1956 to 1970, he played in The Three Sounds trio with bassist Andy… read moreGene Harris (September 1, 1933, Benton Harbor, Michigan – January 16, 2000) was an American jazz pianist known for his warm sound and blues and gospel infused style. From 1956 to 1970, he played in The Three Sounds trio with bassist Andy Simpkins and drummer Bill Dowdy. He was mostly retired to B… read more -
Johnny Hammond
68,488 listeners
Johnny Hammond was a pseudonym John Robert Smith (b. 16 Dec 1933, Louisville, KY, USA - d. 4 Jun 1997 - aka Johnny "Hammond" Smit… read moreJohnny Hammond was a pseudonym John Robert Smith (b. 16 Dec 1933, Louisville, KY, USA - d. 4 Jun 1997 - aka Johnny "Hammond" Smith), a jazz organist. He was renowned for playing the Hammond B-3 organ, thus earning "Hammond… read moreJohnny Hammond was a pseudonym John Robert Smith (b. 16 Dec 1933, Louisville, KY, USA - d. 4 Jun 1997 - aka Johnny "Hammond" Smith), a jazz organist. He was renowned for playing the Hammond B-3 organ, thus earning "Hammond" as a nickname. Smith recorded a series of albums on t… read more -
The Whatnauts
59,573 listeners
The Whatnauts were an American soul group from Baltimore, Maryland founded in 1969, Gerard 'Chunky' Pinkney , Billy Herndon and G… read moreThe Whatnauts were an American soul group from Baltimore, Maryland founded in 1969, Gerard 'Chunky' Pinkney , Billy Herndon and Garrett Jones. The group had several hit singles in the early 1970s, including the socially conscio… read moreThe Whatnauts were an American soul group from Baltimore, Maryland founded in 1969, Gerard 'Chunky' Pinkney , Billy Herndon and Garrett Jones. The group had several hit singles in the early 1970s, including the socially conscious single "Message From A Black Man" in 1970 on A&… read more -
Little Beaver
134,492 listeners
Willie "Beaver" Hale aka Little Beaver is a seminal Miami soul singer, songwriter and guitarist. His lazy grooves and smokey voc… read moreWillie "Beaver" Hale aka Little Beaver is a seminal Miami soul singer, songwriter and guitarist. His lazy grooves and smokey vocals conjure a steamy Miami summer vibe. He reached U.S chart success in 1974 with "Party Dow… read moreWillie "Beaver" Hale aka Little Beaver is a seminal Miami soul singer, songwriter and guitarist. His lazy grooves and smokey vocals conjure a steamy Miami summer vibe. He reached U.S chart success in 1974 with "Party Down" the title track to his 3rd album released on CAT rec… read more -
Archie Bell and The Drells
159,308 listeners
Archie Bell (born in Henderson, Texas on September 1, 1944) & the Drells were a Houston soul vocal group, one of the main acts on Kenne… read moreArchie Bell (born in Henderson, Texas on September 1, 1944) & the Drells were a Houston soul vocal group, one of the main acts on Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International Records. The band's hits include &q… read moreArchie Bell (born in Henderson, Texas on September 1, 1944) & the Drells were a Houston soul vocal group, one of the main acts on Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International Records. The band's hits include "Tighten Up" and "I Can't Stop Dancing&quo… read more