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Trussel
7,333 listeners
Trussel was in line to blow up like the Commodores and the Black Byrds. A College based group of Music Majors from Virginia State College, … read moreTrussel was in line to blow up like the Commodores and the Black Byrds. A College based group of Music Majors from Virginia State College, the group had all the makings of a super group. Tight horns, moves, and a fantastic lead vocalist … read moreTrussel was in line to blow up like the Commodores and the Black Byrds. A College based group of Music Majors from Virginia State College, the group had all the makings of a super group. Tight horns, moves, and a fantastic lead vocalist Larry Tynes. Later when the group signed with Elektra they a… read more -
Curtis Hairston
8,243 listeners
Curtis Hairston was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A. He began singing at the early age of 3 and was actively involved in the T… read moreCurtis Hairston was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A. He began singing at the early age of 3 and was actively involved in the Tot's Choir, Children's Choir, and was an active member of the Spiritual Choir. In Winsto… read moreCurtis Hairston was born in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, U.S.A. He began singing at the early age of 3 and was actively involved in the Tot's Choir, Children's Choir, and was an active member of the Spiritual Choir. In Winston Salem, Curtis became known locally for his rendition of … read more -
Man Friday
6,838 listeners
Man Friday were formed by Larry Levan after the break-up of Peech Boys in 1985. Released on the, then new, Vinylmania Records label in 198… read moreMan Friday were formed by Larry Levan after the break-up of Peech Boys in 1985. Released on the, then new, Vinylmania Records label in 1986 "Love Honey, Love Heartache was on regular rotation at the Paradise Garage, where Larry Lev… read moreMan Friday were formed by Larry Levan after the break-up of Peech Boys in 1985. Released on the, then new, Vinylmania Records label in 1986 "Love Honey, Love Heartache was on regular rotation at the Paradise Garage, where Larry Levan was the star DJ. Man Friday consisted of Kofi Morny, Larr… read more -
Booker Newberry III
15,773 listeners
Biography by Ed Hogan Singer/keyboardist Booker Newberry III was a member of mid-'70s soul groups Sweet Thunder ("Baby I Need You… read moreBiography by Ed Hogan Singer/keyboardist Booker Newberry III was a member of mid-'70s soul groups Sweet Thunder ("Baby I Need Your Love Today") and Impact. Born January 19, 1956, in Youngstown, OH, Newberry began his prof… read moreBiography by Ed Hogan Singer/keyboardist Booker Newberry III was a member of mid-'70s soul groups Sweet Thunder ("Baby I Need Your Love Today") and Impact. Born January 19, 1956, in Youngstown, OH, Newberry began his professional singing career in the group Mystic Nights around 19… read more -
Phreek
10,162 listeners
Phreek was a studio group produced by Patrick Adams in 1978. Phreek hit it big with "Weekend" which has been covered by Class Act… read morePhreek was a studio group produced by Patrick Adams in 1978. Phreek hit it big with "Weekend" which has been covered by Class Action and Todd Terry and continues to be a popular club hit. Although Adams released many commercial… read morePhreek was a studio group produced by Patrick Adams in 1978. Phreek hit it big with "Weekend" which has been covered by Class Action and Todd Terry and continues to be a popular club hit. Although Adams released many commercial studio acts in the late 70s, Phreek is certainly one of his… read more -
Janice McClain
5,685 listeners
Janice McClain is a native Philadelphian and from published articles it seems she was about 16 when she recorded "Smack Dab In The Mid… read moreJanice McClain is a native Philadelphian and from published articles it seems she was about 16 when she recorded "Smack Dab In The Middle". Thanks to an artful remix by Larry Levan the RFC 12" single was one of the biggest… read moreJanice McClain is a native Philadelphian and from published articles it seems she was about 16 when she recorded "Smack Dab In The Middle". Thanks to an artful remix by Larry Levan the RFC 12" single was one of the biggest club hits of 1979. Despite major club and radio exposure a … read more -
Peech Boys
18,446 listeners
The Peech Boys, also known as the New York Citi Peech Boys or NYC Peech Boys, was a band that comprised Bernard Fowler, Steven Brown, Rober… read moreThe Peech Boys, also known as the New York Citi Peech Boys or NYC Peech Boys, was a band that comprised Bernard Fowler, Steven Brown, Robert Kasper, Darryl Short and Michael de Benedictus. The group formed at the Paradise Garage, being i… read moreThe Peech Boys, also known as the New York Citi Peech Boys or NYC Peech Boys, was a band that comprised Bernard Fowler, Steven Brown, Robert Kasper, Darryl Short and Michael de Benedictus. The group formed at the Paradise Garage, being influenced by Larry Levan. They only released 4 12" disc… read more -
Five Special
6,837 listeners
This Detroit vocal group included lead singer Bryan Banks, the brother of the Dramatics' Ron Banks. Five Special had a promising start… read moreThis Detroit vocal group included lead singer Bryan Banks, the brother of the Dramatics' Ron Banks. Five Special had a promising start to their careers in 1979, as their Elektra single 'Why Leave Us Alone' made it to numbe… read moreThis Detroit vocal group included lead singer Bryan Banks, the brother of the Dramatics' Ron Banks. Five Special had a promising start to their careers in 1979, as their Elektra single 'Why Leave Us Alone' made it to number nine on the R & B charts. It was their lone big hit. T… read more -
Mystic Merlin
7,725 listeners
Mystic Merlin were from New York. The original line-up consisted of: Clyde Bullard (bass) Barry Roark Strutt (sax / keyboards) Leslie Dorse… read moreMystic Merlin were from New York. The original line-up consisted of: Clyde Bullard (bass) Barry Roark Strutt (sax / keyboards) Leslie Dorsey (keyboards / lead and background vocals) Jerry Anderson (guitars / background vocals) Keith Gonz… read moreMystic Merlin were from New York. The original line-up consisted of: Clyde Bullard (bass) Barry Roark Strutt (sax / keyboards) Leslie Dorsey (keyboards / lead and background vocals) Jerry Anderson (guitars / background vocals) Keith Gonzales (lead vocals / harmonica) Sly Randolph (drums / percuss… read more