SettingsAmerican soul musical groups
2nd Nature (band)
2nd Nature was an African-American contemporary R&B group from the 90s.
2nd Nature was an African-American contemporary R&B group from the 90s.
98 Degrees
98 Degrees is an American adult contemporary boy band consisting of four vocalists: brothers Nick and Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre, and Jeff Timmons.
98 Degrees is an American adult contemporary boy band consisting of four vocalists: brothers Nick and Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre, and Jeff Timmons.
A Taste of Honey (band)
A Taste of Honey was the name of an American recording act, formed in 1971 by associates Perry Kibble and Janice-Marie Johnson.
A Taste of Honey was the name of an American recording act, formed in 1971 by associates Perry Kibble and Janice-Marie Johnson.
Aalon
Aalon was an American soul group from Los Angeles formed by lead singer and guitarist Aalon Butler.
Aalon was an American soul group from Los Angeles formed by lead singer and guitarist Aalon Butler.
After 7
After 7 is an R&B group founded in 1988 by brothers Melvin and Kevon Edmonds, and Keith Mitchell.
After 7 is an R&B group founded in 1988 by brothers Melvin and Kevon Edmonds, and Keith Mitchell.
Alabama Shakes
Alabama Shakes is an American rock band formed in Athens, Alabama in 2009.
Alabama Shakes is an American rock band formed in Athens, Alabama in 2009.
Apollo (quintet)
Apollo was an American R&B/disco group that recorded for Motown in the late 1970s.
Apollo was an American R&B/disco group that recorded for Motown in the late 1970s.
Archie Bell & the Drells
Archie Bell & the Drells was an American R&B vocal group from Houston, Texas, and one of the main acts on Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International Records.
Archie Bell & the Drells was an American R&B vocal group from Houston, Texas, and one of the main acts on Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International Records.
Atlantic Starr
Atlantic Starr was a 1980s R&B band.
Atlantic Starr was a 1980s R&B band.
Aurra
Aurra was a 1980s soul group, who at the time of their biggest success was composed of Curt Jones and Starleana Young.
Aurra was a 1980s soul group, who at the time of their biggest success was composed of Curt Jones and Starleana Young.
Awesome New Republic
Awesome New Republic is a two-piece indie band from Miami, Florida consisting of Michael John Hancock and Brian Robertson.
Awesome New Republic is a two-piece indie band from Miami, Florida consisting of Michael John Hancock and Brian Robertson.
Aziatix
Aziatix is an Asian-American music group composed of Eddie Shin, Jay "Flowsik" Pak, and Nicky Lee.
Aziatix is an Asian-American music group composed of Eddie Shin, Jay "Flowsik" Pak, and Nicky Lee.
B. B. & Q. Band
B. B. & Q. Band (which stands for the Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens Band), was an American post-disco/funk group, who were created in 1981 and disbanded in 1986.
B. B. & Q. Band (which stands for the Brooklyn, Bronx, and Queens Band), was an American post-disco/funk group, who were created in 1981 and disbanded in 1986.
B.T. Express
B.T. Express (originally named Brooklyn Trucking Express) was an American funk/disco group, that had a number of successful songs during the 1970s.
B.T. Express (originally named Brooklyn Trucking Express) was an American funk/disco group, that had a number of successful songs during the 1970s.
Baby Huey & the Babysitters
Baby Huey & the Babysitters were a soul band hailing from Gary, Indiana and founded in 1963 by organist / trumpeter Melvyn "Deacon" Jones and guitarist Johnny Ross.
Baby Huey & the Babysitters were a soul band hailing from Gary, Indiana and founded in 1963 by organist / trumpeter Melvyn "Deacon" Jones and guitarist Johnny Ross.
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears is a blues band influenced by Howlin' Wolf and James Brown.
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears is a blues band influenced by Howlin' Wolf and James Brown.
Black Merda
Black Merda (pronounced “Black Murder”) is an American rock band from Detroit, Michigan, active from the mid 1960s to the early 1970s and reuniting in 2005.
Black Merda (pronounced “Black Murder”) is an American rock band from Detroit, Michigan, active from the mid 1960s to the early 1970s and reuniting in 2005.
BlackGirl
BlackGirl was an American R&B/dance vocal trio consisting of Pam Copeland, Nycolia "Tye-V" Turman, and Rochelle Stuart from Atlanta, that formed in 1992 on the Kaper/RCA/BMG label.
BlackGirl was an American R&B/dance vocal trio consisting of Pam Copeland, Nycolia "Tye-V" Turman, and Rochelle Stuart from Atlanta, that formed in 1992 on the Kaper/RCA/BMG label.
Blackstreet
Blackstreet is an American R&B group founded in 1991 by Thomas Taliaferro and Teddy Riley, the inventor of New Jack Swing known for his work as a member of Guy.
Blackstreet is an American R&B group founded in 1991 by Thomas Taliaferro and Teddy Riley, the inventor of New Jack Swing known for his work as a member of Guy.
Bloodstone (band)
Bloodstone is a former American R&B, soul, and funk group, most popular in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Bloodstone is a former American R&B, soul, and funk group, most popular in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Bob & Earl
Bob & Earl were an American soul music singing duo in the 1960s, best known for writing and recording the original version of "Harlem Shuffle".
Bob & Earl were an American soul music singing duo in the 1960s, best known for writing and recording the original version of "Harlem Shuffle".
Booker T. & the M.G.'s
Booker T. & the M.G.'s is an instrumental R&B band that was influential in shaping the sound of southern soul and Memphis soul.
Booker T. & the M.G.'s is an instrumental R&B band that was influential in shaping the sound of southern soul and Memphis soul.
Boxing Gandhis
The Boxing Gandhis are an American alternative funk/soul band from Los Angeles founded by music producer David Darling (Brian Setzer, Meredith Brooks, Sprung Monkey".
The Boxing Gandhis are an American alternative funk/soul band from Los Angeles founded by music producer David Darling (Brian Setzer, Meredith Brooks, Sprung Monkey".
Boyz II Men
Boyz II Men is an American R&B vocal group best known for emotional ballads and a cappella harmonies.
Boyz II Men is an American R&B vocal group best known for emotional ballads and a cappella harmonies.
Brainstorm (US band)
Brainstorm was an American funk and R&B band, based in Detroit, Michigan in the late 1970s.
Brainstorm was an American funk and R&B band, based in Detroit, Michigan in the late 1970s.
Brass Construction
Brass Construction was an American funk group formed in Brooklyn, New York in 1968.
Brass Construction was an American funk group formed in Brooklyn, New York in 1968.
Brighter Side of Darkness
Brighter Side of Darkness was a short-lived American R&B/soul group.
Brighter Side of Darkness was a short-lived American R&B/soul group.
Brooklyn Dreams (group)
The Brooklyn Dreams was a successful singing group of the late 1970s and early 1980s mixing R&B harmonies with contemporary dance/disco music and best-known for a number of collaborations with s...
The Brooklyn Dreams was a successful singing group of the late 1970s and early 1980s mixing R&B harmonies with contemporary dance/disco music and best-known for a number of collaborations with s...
Bryan Cherry Band
Bryan Cherry Band is a Soul & Roots Rock Band hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin that was created in 2006 by Bryan Cherry, Sean Williamson, and Chad Clausen.
Bryan Cherry Band is a Soul & Roots Rock Band hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin that was created in 2006 by Bryan Cherry, Sean Williamson, and Chad Clausen.
Bubbles & Cheesecake
Bubbles & Cheesecake is an U.S. Internet-based, multi-media collaboration between multi-disciplinary artist Allee Willis and singer-songwriter Holly Palmer.
Bubbles & Cheesecake is an U.S. Internet-based, multi-media collaboration between multi-disciplinary artist Allee Willis and singer-songwriter Holly Palmer.
Cafe R&B
Cafe R&B is a five-piece band from the Los Angeles area consisting of female singer Roach, guitarist Byl Carruthers, keyboardists John "JT" Thomas, Harry Cohen and Stevie Utstein, bassist Bobby ...
Cafe R&B is a five-piece band from the Los Angeles area consisting of female singer Roach, guitarist Byl Carruthers, keyboardists John "JT" Thomas, Harry Cohen and Stevie Utstein, bassist Bobby ...
Cameo (band)
Cameo is an American soul-influenced funk group that formed in the early 1970s.
Cameo is an American soul-influenced funk group that formed in the early 1970s.
Chairmen of the Board (band)
Chairmen of the Board is a Detroit, Michigan based soul music group active mostly in the 1970s, that is still touring today.
Chairmen of the Board is a Detroit, Michigan based soul music group active mostly in the 1970s, that is still touring today.
Change (band)
Change was an Italian-American post-disco group formed in Bologna, Italy in 1979 by businessman and executive producer Jacques Fred Petrus (1949–1986) and Mauro Malavasi (1957).
Change was an Italian-American post-disco group formed in Bologna, Italy in 1979 by businessman and executive producer Jacques Fred Petrus (1949–1986) and Mauro Malavasi (1957).
Chapter 8
Chapter 8 was a Detroit soul group of the 1970s and '80s formed by Michael J. Powell and Derek Dirckson.
Chapter 8 was a Detroit soul group of the 1970s and '80s formed by Michael J. Powell and Derek Dirckson.
Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band
Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band is a pioneering American soul and funk band.
Charles Wright & the Watts 103rd Street Rhythm Band is a pioneering American soul and funk band.
Chocolate Milk (band)
Chocolate Milk is a former American funk and soul band from New Orleans, Louisiana, active in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Chocolate Milk is a former American funk and soul band from New Orleans, Louisiana, active in the 1970s and early 1980s.
Christión
Christión was a male duo featuring brothers Kenni Ski and Allen Anthony the first R&B act to be signed to Jay-Z's Roc-A-Fella Records.
Christión was a male duo featuring brothers Kenni Ski and Allen Anthony the first R&B act to be signed to Jay-Z's Roc-A-Fella Records.
Con Funk Shun
Con Funk Shun is an American R&B and funk band popular in the 1970s and 1980s.
Con Funk Shun is an American R&B and funk band popular in the 1970s and 1980s.
Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose
Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose was a family soul singing group from Dania Beach, Florida, that attained brief popularity in the early 1970s.
Cornelius Brothers & Sister Rose was a family soul singing group from Dania Beach, Florida, that attained brief popularity in the early 1970s.
Creative Source
Creative Source was an American R&B group from Los Angeles, who had several funk and disco hits in the middle of the 1970s.
Creative Source was an American R&B group from Los Angeles, who had several funk and disco hits in the middle of the 1970s.
Damian Dame
Damian Dame was an R&B duo consisting of Debra Jean "Deah Dame" Hurd (September 20, 1958 - June 27, 1994) and Bruce Edward "Damian" Broadus (September 13, 1966 - June 27, 1996).
Damian Dame was an R&B duo consisting of Debra Jean "Deah Dame" Hurd (September 20, 1958 - June 27, 1994) and Bruce Edward "Damian" Broadus (September 13, 1966 - June 27, 1996).
Dazz Band
The Dazz Band is an American funk music band that was most popular in the early 1980s.
The Dazz Band is an American funk music band that was most popular in the early 1980s.
DeBarge
DeBarge was a sibling music group of American origin whose repertoire included R&B, soul, funk, pop, adult contemporary and gospel.
DeBarge was a sibling music group of American origin whose repertoire included R&B, soul, funk, pop, adult contemporary and gospel.
Dyke & the Blazers
Dyke & the Blazers was an American funk band.
Dyke & the Blazers was an American funk band.
Dyke and the Blazers
Dyke & the Blazers is a former American funk band.
Dyke & the Blazers is a former American funk band.
Earth, Wind & Fire
Earth, Wind & Fire is an American band that has spanned the musical genres of soul, jazz, R&B, funk, and rock.
Earth, Wind & Fire is an American band that has spanned the musical genres of soul, jazz, R&B, funk, and rock.
En Vogue
En Vogue is an American female R&B vocal group from Oakland, California assembled by music producers Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy.
En Vogue is an American female R&B vocal group from Oakland, California assembled by music producers Denzil Foster and Thomas McElroy.
Enchantment (band)
Enchantment is a 1970s R&B band formed in Detroit by Emanuel "EJ" Johnson, Bobby Green, Mickey Clanton, Joe Thomas and Dave Banks.
Enchantment is a 1970s R&B band formed in Detroit by Emanuel "EJ" Johnson, Bobby Green, Mickey Clanton, Joe Thomas and Dave Banks.
Filet of Soul (Wisconsin band)
Filet of Soul was a Wisconsin-based band, primarily active from 1964 to the mid-1970s.
Filet of Soul was a Wisconsin-based band, primarily active from 1964 to the mid-1970s.
Fitz & the Tantrums
Fitz & the Tantrums are an American soul group from Los Angeles, California.
Fitz & the Tantrums are an American soul group from Los Angeles, California.
Five Stairsteps
The Five Stairsteps, known as "The First Family of Soul", were an American Chicago soul group made up of five of Betty and Clarence Burke Sr.'s six children: Alohe Jean, Clarence Jr., James, Den...
The Five Stairsteps, known as "The First Family of Soul", were an American Chicago soul group made up of five of Betty and Clarence Burke Sr.'s six children: Alohe Jean, Clarence Jr., James, Den...
For Real
For Real was a R&B/Soul quartet that formed in 1993.
For Real was a R&B/Soul quartet that formed in 1993.
Force MDs
The Force MDs is an American R&B vocal group, that was formed in 1981 in Staten Island, New York.
The Force MDs is an American R&B vocal group, that was formed in 1981 in Staten Island, New York.
Four Tops
The Four Tops are an American vocal quartet, whose repertoire has included doo-wop, jazz, soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, hard rock, and showtunes.
The Four Tops are an American vocal quartet, whose repertoire has included doo-wop, jazz, soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, hard rock, and showtunes.
Freddie Gorman
Freddie Gorman (born Frederick Cortez Gorman, April 11, 1939 - June 13, 2006) was an American musician and record producer, most famous as a singer, songwriter for the Motown label in the ...
Freddie Gorman (born Frederick Cortez Gorman, April 11, 1939 - June 13, 2006) was an American musician and record producer, most famous as a singer, songwriter for the Motown label in the ...
Gary Clark Jr.
Gary Clark Jr., acclaimed as the savior of blues, is an American guitarist and actor considered by some to be the leader of the Austin, Texas rock scene, offering a style that has at times been ...
Gary Clark Jr., acclaimed as the savior of blues, is an American guitarist and actor considered by some to be the leader of the Austin, Texas rock scene, offering a style that has at times been ...
Gary Clark, Jr.
Gary Clark Jr., acclaimed as the savior of blues, is an American guitarist and actor considered by some to be the leader of the Austin, Texas rock scene, offering a style that has at times been ...
Gary Clark Jr., acclaimed as the savior of blues, is an American guitarist and actor considered by some to be the leader of the Austin, Texas rock scene, offering a style that has at times been ...
General Caine
General Kane (known as General Caine before 1986) was an American music group fronted by Mitch McDowell (born 1954, San Bernardino, California; died January 1992).
General Kane (known as General Caine before 1986) was an American music group fronted by Mitch McDowell (born 1954, San Bernardino, California; died January 1992).
Gladys Knight & the Pips
Gladys Knight & The Pips were an R&B/soul family musical act from Atlanta, Georgia, active from 1953 to 1989.
Gladys Knight & The Pips were an R&B/soul family musical act from Atlanta, Georgia, active from 1953 to 1989.
Gnarls Barkley
Gnarls Barkley is an American soul duo composed of the artists Brian Joseph Burton and Cee Lo Green.
Gnarls Barkley is an American soul duo composed of the artists Brian Joseph Burton and Cee Lo Green.
Graham Central Station
Graham Central Station is a funk band named after founder Larry Graham (formerly of Sly & the Family Stone).
Graham Central Station is a funk band named after founder Larry Graham (formerly of Sly & the Family Stone).
Guy (band)
Guy are a hip hop, R&B and soul band most closely associated with the new jack swing style of the 1980s and 1990s.
Guy are a hip hop, R&B and soul band most closely associated with the new jack swing style of the 1980s and 1990s.
Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes
Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes were an American singing group, one of the most popular Philadelphia soul groups of the 1970s.
Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes were an American singing group, one of the most popular Philadelphia soul groups of the 1970s.
Hi-Five
Hi-Five is an American R&B quintet based out of Waco, Texas, who had a #1 hit on Billboard's Hot 100 in the early 1990s with "I Like the Way (The Kissing Game)".
Hi-Five is an American R&B quintet based out of Waco, Texas, who had a #1 hit on Billboard's Hot 100 in the early 1990s with "I Like the Way (The Kissing Game)".
High Inergy
High Inergy was an American R&B and soul girl group who found fame on Motown Records in the late 1970s.
High Inergy was an American R&B and soul girl group who found fame on Motown Records in the late 1970s.
Home Cookin' (band)
Home Cookin’ is a horn-based soul band that played in the Las Vegas local scene from 1989 to 2000.
Home Cookin’ is a horn-based soul band that played in the Las Vegas local scene from 1989 to 2000.
Honey Cone
Honey Cone was an American R&B and soul all-girl vocal group, who are best remembered for their Billboard #1 hit single, "Want Ads".
Honey Cone was an American R&B and soul all-girl vocal group, who are best remembered for their Billboard #1 hit single, "Want Ads".
Ike & Tina Revue
Ike & Tina Turner were an American rock & roll and soul duo, made of the husband-and-wife team of Ike Turner and Tina Turner in the 1960s and 1970s.
Ike & Tina Turner were an American rock & roll and soul duo, made of the husband-and-wife team of Ike Turner and Tina Turner in the 1960s and 1970s.
Ike & Tina Turner
Ike & Tina Turner were an American musical duo composed of the husband-and-wife team of Ike Turner and Tina Turner.
Ike & Tina Turner were an American musical duo composed of the husband-and-wife team of Ike Turner and Tina Turner.
Intro (band)
Intro is an American R&B trio from Brooklyn, New York.
Intro is an American R&B trio from Brooklyn, New York.
Isley-Jasper-Isley
Isley/Jasper/Isley was a splinter group of the Isley Brothers formed in 1984 by brother-in-law Chris Jasper (keyboards), Ernie Isley (lead guitar) and Marvin Isley (bass), due to creative diff...
Isley/Jasper/Isley was a splinter group of the Isley Brothers formed in 1984 by brother-in-law Chris Jasper (keyboards), Ernie Isley (lead guitar) and Marvin Isley (bass), due to creative diff...
IV Xample
IV Xample was an American vocal quartet who recorded successfully in the 1990s and are best remembered for the single "I'd Rather Be Alone.
IV Xample was an American vocal quartet who recorded successfully in the 1990s and are best remembered for the single "I'd Rather Be Alone.
James & Bobby Purify
James & Bobby Purify were an R&B singing duo, whose biggest hits were "I'm Your Puppet" in 1966, which reached #6 in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart and in a re-recorded version #12 in the UK S...
James & Bobby Purify were an R&B singing duo, whose biggest hits were "I'm Your Puppet" in 1966, which reached #6 in the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 chart and in a re-recorded version #12 in the UK S...
Jazzhole
Jazzhole is a New York-based band, widely regarded as one of the key members of the acid jazz movement.
Jazzhole is a New York-based band, widely regarded as one of the key members of the acid jazz movement.
Jazzyfatnastees
Jazzyfatnastees is a vocal duo, Tracey Moore (born 1970) and Mercedes Martinez (born 1969).
Jazzyfatnastees is a vocal duo, Tracey Moore (born 1970) and Mercedes Martinez (born 1969).
Jimmy and the Soulblazers
Jimmy and the Soulblazers (also known as Change and Clockwork) are an American soul and funk band from Alliance, Ohio.
Jimmy and the Soulblazers (also known as Change and Clockwork) are an American soul and funk band from Alliance, Ohio.
Jodeci
Jodeci (sometimes stylized as JoDeCi) is an American band, whose repertoire includes R&B, soul music, and new jack swing.
Jodeci (sometimes stylized as JoDeCi) is an American band, whose repertoire includes R&B, soul music, and new jack swing.
Johnny Johnson and the Bandwagon
Johnny Johnson and the Bandwagon were a U.S. vocal soul group, prominent in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Johnny Johnson and the Bandwagon were a U.S. vocal soul group, prominent in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Johnny Jones and the King Casuals
Johnny Jones and the King Casuals were a Nashville, Tennessee, rhythm and blues group active in the 1960s.
Johnny Jones and the King Casuals were a Nashville, Tennessee, rhythm and blues group active in the 1960s.
Ju-Taun
Ju-Taun (Pronounced Zah-Tawn) is a multi-cultural R&B male vocal group of High School friends from Williamstown, New Jersey.
Ju-Taun (Pronounced Zah-Tawn) is a multi-cultural R&B male vocal group of High School friends from Williamstown, New Jersey.
K-Ci & JoJo
K-Ci & JoJo are an American R&B duo, consisting of brothers Cedric "K-Ci" Hailey (born September 2, 1969) and Joel "JoJo" Hailey (born June 10, 1971), Natives of Monroe, North Caroli...
K-Ci & JoJo are an American R&B duo, consisting of brothers Cedric "K-Ci" Hailey (born September 2, 1969) and Joel "JoJo" Hailey (born June 10, 1971), Natives of Monroe, North Caroli...
Karma (band)
Karma was a soul/funk band which recorded two albums for the A&M Records imprint Horizon Records in the 1970s.
Karma was a soul/funk band which recorded two albums for the A&M Records imprint Horizon Records in the 1970s.
Kashmere Stage Band
Kashmere Stage Band was an elite performing unit of the student band at Kashmere High School from the late 1960s until 1978.
Kashmere Stage Band was an elite performing unit of the student band at Kashmere High School from the late 1960s until 1978.
Kiddo
Kiddo was a P-Funk offspring group at A&M Records, formed by former Parliament - Funkadelic guitarist Michael Hampton and writer Donnie Sterling, in the early 1980s.
Kiddo was a P-Funk offspring group at A&M Records, formed by former Parliament - Funkadelic guitarist Michael Hampton and writer Donnie Sterling, in the early 1980s.
Kindred the Family Soul
Kindred the Family Soul, also referred to as Kindred, are an American R&B, soul, and neo soul duo consisting of the married couple of Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon.
Kindred the Family Soul, also referred to as Kindred, are an American R&B, soul, and neo soul duo consisting of the married couple of Fatin Dantzler and Aja Graydon.
Kings Go Forth (band)
Kings Go Forth are a ten-piece American soul band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Kings Go Forth are a ten-piece American soul band from Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Kings of Rhythm
The Kings of Rhythm are a American rhythm & blues and soul group formed in the late 1940s in Clarksdale, Mississippi and led by Ike Turner through to his death in 2007.
The Kings of Rhythm are a American rhythm & blues and soul group formed in the late 1940s in Clarksdale, Mississippi and led by Ike Turner through to his death in 2007.
Kleeer
Kleeer was an American New York based funk, disco and post-disco band which was formed in 1972 under the name The Jam Band, as a backup group to different disco bands and vocalists.
Kleeer was an American New York based funk, disco and post-disco band which was formed in 1972 under the name The Jam Band, as a backup group to different disco bands and vocalists.
Klique
Klique was an American R&B trio, consisting of Howard Huntsberry, Isaac Suthers and his sister, Deborah Hunter.
Klique was an American R&B trio, consisting of Howard Huntsberry, Isaac Suthers and his sister, Deborah Hunter.
Koffee Brown
Koffee Brown were a neo-soul duo consisting of male singer Fonz and female singer Vee.
Koffee Brown were a neo-soul duo consisting of male singer Fonz and female singer Vee.
L.T.D.
L.T.D. is an American R&B/funk band best known for their 1977 hit single, " Back in Love Again," as well as their many ballads, such as "Love Ballad," "We Both Deserve Each Other's Love," and "W...
L.T.D. is an American R&B/funk band best known for their 1977 hit single, " Back in Love Again," as well as their many ballads, such as "Love Ballad," "We Both Deserve Each Other's Love," and "W...
Labelle
Labelle is an American all female singing group who were a popular vocal group of the 1960s and 1970s.
Labelle is an American all female singing group who were a popular vocal group of the 1960s and 1970s.
Lakeside (band)
Lakeside is a funk band, best known for their 1980 number one R&B hit, "Fantastic Voyage.
Lakeside is a funk band, best known for their 1980 number one R&B hit, "Fantastic Voyage.
Little Anthony and the Imperials
Little Anthony and the Imperials is a rhythm and blues/soul/doo-wop vocal group from New York, first active in the 1950s.
Little Anthony and the Imperials is a rhythm and blues/soul/doo-wop vocal group from New York, first active in the 1950s.
Little Sister (band)
Little Sister was an American all-female vocal harmony group, which served primarily as the background vocalists for the influential rock/funk band Sly & the Family Stone in concert and on record.
Little Sister was an American all-female vocal harmony group, which served primarily as the background vocalists for the influential rock/funk band Sly & the Family Stone in concert and on record.
LSG
LSG was an urban R&B musical supergroup, composed of R&B artists Gerald Levert from Cleveland, Ohio, Keith Sweat from Harlem, NY and Johnny Gill from Washington DC. The group's name "LSG" is der...
LSG was an urban R&B musical supergroup, composed of R&B artists Gerald Levert from Cleveland, Ohio, Keith Sweat from Harlem, NY and Johnny Gill from Washington DC. The group's name "LSG" is der...
Machine (band)
Machine was an American funk disco group, formed by August Darnell in 1977.
Machine was an American funk disco group, formed by August Darnell in 1977.
Mad Lads
The Mad Lads were an American 1960s doo wop group from Memphis, Tennessee.
The Mad Lads were an American 1960s doo wop group from Memphis, Tennessee.
Martha and the Vandellas
Martha and the Vandellas were among the most successful groups of the Motown roster during the period 1963–1967.
Martha and the Vandellas were among the most successful groups of the Motown roster during the period 1963–1967.
Maze (band)
Maze a soul / quiet storm band, also known alternately as Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and Frankie Beverly and Maze, was established in San Francisco, California in the early 1970s.
Maze a soul / quiet storm band, also known alternately as Maze featuring Frankie Beverly and Frankie Beverly and Maze, was established in San Francisco, California in the early 1970s.
McFadden & Whitehead
McFadden and Whitehead were an American songwriting, production, and recording duo, best known for their signature tune "Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now".
McFadden and Whitehead were an American songwriting, production, and recording duo, best known for their signature tune "Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now".
MFSB
MFSB was a pool of more than thirty studio musicians based at Philadelphia’s famed Sigma Sound Studios.
MFSB was a pool of more than thirty studio musicians based at Philadelphia’s famed Sigma Sound Studios.
Midnight Star
Midnight Star is an American R&B and electro-funk group that had a string of R&B hits in the 1980s.
Midnight Star is an American R&B and electro-funk group that had a string of R&B hits in the 1980s.
Mike & Brenda Sutton
Mike & Brenda Sutton was an American musical duo composed of Michael B. Sutton and Brenda Sutton.
Mike & Brenda Sutton was an American musical duo composed of Michael B. Sutton and Brenda Sutton.
Mizell Brothers
The Mizell Brothers were a record producing team in the 1970s, consisting of Larry Mizell and Alphonso "Fonce" Mizell.
The Mizell Brothers were a record producing team in the 1970s, consisting of Larry Mizell and Alphonso "Fonce" Mizell.
Mtume
Mtume (pronounced em-tu-may) was a funk and soul group that had several R&B hits in the 1980s.
Mtume (pronounced em-tu-may) was a funk and soul group that had several R&B hits in the 1980s.
New Birth (band)
New Birth is an American funk and R&B group, originally conceived in Detroit, Michigan by former Motown songwriter/producer and veteran musician Vernon Bullock, and co-founded in Louisville, Ken...
New Birth is an American funk and R&B group, originally conceived in Detroit, Michigan by former Motown songwriter/producer and veteran musician Vernon Bullock, and co-founded in Louisville, Ken...
New York Mary
New York Mary was an American jazz/rock fusion group, which released two albums on Arista/Freedom Records in 1976.
New York Mary was an American jazz/rock fusion group, which released two albums on Arista/Freedom Records in 1976.
One Way (American band)
One Way was an American R&B/funk band that was popular in the late 1970s, and throughout most of the 1980s.
One Way was an American R&B/funk band that was popular in the late 1970s, and throughout most of the 1980s.
One Way (band)
One Way was an American R&B/funk band that was popular in the late 1970s, and throughout most of the 1980s.
One Way was an American R&B/funk band that was popular in the late 1970s, and throughout most of the 1980s.
Peaches & Herb
Peaches & Herb were an American vocalist duo, once comprising Herb Fame and Francine "Peaches" Hurd Barker.
Peaches & Herb were an American vocalist duo, once comprising Herb Fame and Francine "Peaches" Hurd Barker.
Penny and the Quarters
Penny & The Quarters are a "lost" soul band which came to prominence in 2010 after an unreleased demo of their song "You And Me" was used in the film Blue Valentine.
Penny & The Quarters are a "lost" soul band which came to prominence in 2010 after an unreleased demo of their song "You And Me" was used in the film Blue Valentine.
Players Association
Players Association were a New York based, Vanguard Records studio group, put together by drummer / arranger Chris Hills and Danny Weiss in 1977.
Players Association were a New York based, Vanguard Records studio group, put together by drummer / arranger Chris Hills and Danny Weiss in 1977.
Pleasure (American band)
Pleasure was an Portland, Oregon, Oregon band that blended soul, funk and jazz with a tough street edge and became a cult group on the underground black music scene of the late 70's.
Pleasure was an Portland, Oregon, Oregon band that blended soul, funk and jazz with a tough street edge and became a cult group on the underground black music scene of the late 70's.
Pleasure (U.S. Band)
Pleasure was an Portland, Oregon, Oregon band that blended soul, funk and jazz with a tough street edge and became a cult group on the underground black music scene of the late 70's.
Pleasure was an Portland, Oregon, Oregon band that blended soul, funk and jazz with a tough street edge and became a cult group on the underground black music scene of the late 70's.
Pleasure (U.S. band)
Pleasure was an Portland, Oregon, Oregon band that blended soul, funk and jazz with a tough street edge and became a cult group on the underground black music scene of the late 70's.
Pleasure was an Portland, Oregon, Oregon band that blended soul, funk and jazz with a tough street edge and became a cult group on the underground black music scene of the late 70's.
Portrait (group)
Portrait are an American R&B vocal quartet, consisting of members Michael Angelo Saulsberry, Irving Washington III hails from Providence,R.I. Eric Kirkland and Philip Johnson.
Portrait are an American R&B vocal quartet, consisting of members Michael Angelo Saulsberry, Irving Washington III hails from Providence,R.I. Eric Kirkland and Philip Johnson.
Robert Randolph and the Family Band
Robert Randolph and the Family Band is a multicultural American funk and soul band led by pedal steel guitarist Robert Randolph.
Robert Randolph and the Family Band is a multicultural American funk and soul band led by pedal steel guitarist Robert Randolph.
Rotary Connection
Rotary Connection was an American psychedelic soul band, formed in Chicago in 1966.
Rotary Connection was an American psychedelic soul band, formed in Chicago in 1966.
Rufus (band)
Rufus was an American funk band from Chicago, Illinois best known for launching the career of lead singer Chaka Khan.
Rufus was an American funk band from Chicago, Illinois best known for launching the career of lead singer Chaka Khan.
Sam & Dave
Sam & Dave were an American soul and rhythm and blues (R&B) duo who performed together from 1961 through 1981.
Sam & Dave were an American soul and rhythm and blues (R&B) duo who performed together from 1961 through 1981.
Shalamar
Shalamar was an American music group, primarily of the 1970s and 1980s, that was originally a disco-driven vehicle created by Soul Train booking agent Dick Griffey.
Shalamar was an American music group, primarily of the 1970s and 1980s, that was originally a disco-driven vehicle created by Soul Train booking agent Dick Griffey.
Side Effect
Side Effect were an American disco band, that recorded between 1972 and 1982.
Side Effect were an American disco band, that recorded between 1972 and 1982.
Simtec & Wylie
Simtec & Wylie were an American soul duo from Chicago active in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Simtec & Wylie were an American soul duo from Chicago active in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Sister Sledge
Sister Sledge is an American musical group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, formed in 1972 and consisting of four sisters: Kim Sledge, Debbie Sledge, Joni Sledge, and Kathy Sledge.
Sister Sledge is an American musical group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, formed in 1972 and consisting of four sisters: Kim Sledge, Debbie Sledge, Joni Sledge, and Kathy Sledge.
Sisters Love
Sisters Love was an American R&B and funk ensemble active in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Sisters Love was an American R&B and funk ensemble active in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Skipworth & Turner
Skipworth & Turner are a male R&B duo, consisting of Rodney Skipworth (from Syracuse, New York) and Phil Turner (from Memphis, Tennessee).
Skipworth & Turner are a male R&B duo, consisting of Rodney Skipworth (from Syracuse, New York) and Phil Turner (from Memphis, Tennessee).
Sly and the Family Stone
Sly and the Family Stone were an American rock, funk, and soul band from San Francisco, California.
Sly and the Family Stone were an American rock, funk, and soul band from San Francisco, California.
Solo (group)
Solo is an American rhythm and blues / soul musical group.
Solo is an American rhythm and blues / soul musical group.
Soul Brothers Six
Soul Brothers Six were an American rhythm and blues band formed in Rochester, New York during the mid-1960s.
Soul Brothers Six were an American rhythm and blues band formed in Rochester, New York during the mid-1960s.
Soul Enterprise
The Soul Enterprise is often described as more of a fraternity than a band per se.
The Soul Enterprise is often described as more of a fraternity than a band per se.
Soul for Real
Soul for Real is an R&B group from Wheatley Heights, New York that released three albums in the 1990s, made up of brothers Andre (born April 4, 1974), Brian (born December 14, 1975),...
Soul for Real is an R&B group from Wheatley Heights, New York that released three albums in the 1990s, made up of brothers Andre (born April 4, 1974), Brian (born December 14, 1975),...
Soul Track Mind
Soul Track Mind is a popular music group from Austin, Texas blending soul, blues, r&b, funk, and jazz.
Soul Track Mind is a popular music group from Austin, Texas blending soul, blues, r&b, funk, and jazz.
Soulquarians
The Soulquarians is a neo soul and alternative hip hop-informed musical collective with members from Philadelphia, New York, Detroit, Richmond, Brooklyn, Chicago, Dallas, and Oakland.
The Soulquarians is a neo soul and alternative hip hop-informed musical collective with members from Philadelphia, New York, Detroit, Richmond, Brooklyn, Chicago, Dallas, and Oakland.
Soulstice
Soulstice is a downtempo/electronic soul band that is a part of the US based record label OM Records.
Soulstice is a downtempo/electronic soul band that is a part of the US based record label OM Records.
Southside Movement
The Southside Movement was an American soul and funk musical group from Chicago, Illinois.
The Southside Movement was an American soul and funk musical group from Chicago, Illinois.
Stargard (band)
Stargard was an American three-piece female funk band, consisting of original members Rochelle Runnells, Debra Anderson, and Janice Williams.
Stargard was an American three-piece female funk band, consisting of original members Rochelle Runnells, Debra Anderson, and Janice Williams.
Stuff (band)
Stuff was a New York-based jazz funk band active in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Stuff was a New York-based jazz funk band active in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
Sun (R&B band)
Sun is an R&B, disco, and funk band that was active mainly during the late 1970s and the early 1980s.
Sun is an R&B, disco, and funk band that was active mainly during the late 1970s and the early 1980s.
Sweet Inspirations
The Sweet Inspirations were founded by Emily "Cissy" Houston (née Drinkard), mother of Whitney Houston, and sister of Lee Warrick (herself the mother of well-known sisters Dee Dee and Dionne War...
The Sweet Inspirations were founded by Emily "Cissy" Houston (née Drinkard), mother of Whitney Houston, and sister of Lee Warrick (herself the mother of well-known sisters Dee Dee and Dionne War...
Switch (band)
Switch was an R&B/funk band that found fame recording for the Gordy label in the late 1970s releasing hit songs such as "There'll Never Be", "I Call Your Name" and "The Best Beat in Town."
Switch was an R&B/funk band that found fame recording for the Gordy label in the late 1970s releasing hit songs such as "There'll Never Be", "I Call Your Name" and "The Best Beat in Town."
Tavares (group)
Tavares are a successful American R&B, funk and soul music group, composed of five Cape Verdean-American brothers from New Bedford, Massachusetts.
Tavares are a successful American R&B, funk and soul music group, composed of five Cape Verdean-American brothers from New Bedford, Massachusetts.
The Andantes
The Andantes were a prolific female sessions group for the Motown record label during the 1960s.
The Andantes were a prolific female sessions group for the Motown record label during the 1960s.
The Artistics
The Artistics were an American R&B vocal group in the 1960s.
The Artistics were an American R&B vocal group in the 1960s.
The Bar-Kays
The Bar-Kays are a popular soul, R&B, and funk group who began performing in 1966 and continue to perform today, although with only one original member.
The Bar-Kays are a popular soul, R&B, and funk group who began performing in 1966 and continue to perform today, although with only one original member.
The Barrino Brothers
The Barrino Brothers was a soul music group formed in North Carolina, U.S. in 1973.
The Barrino Brothers was a soul music group formed in North Carolina, U.S. in 1973.
The Billion Dollar Band
The Billion Dollar Band was a five-member African American 70's soul/funk/Rock/R&B musical group born out of Miami, Florida.
The Billion Dollar Band was a five-member African American 70's soul/funk/Rock/R&B musical group born out of Miami, Florida.
The Blackbyrds
The Blackbyrds were an American rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973.
The Blackbyrds were an American rhythm and blues and jazz-funk fusion group, formed in Washington, D.C. in 1973.
The Blossoms
The Blossoms were a backing group from California.
The Blossoms were a backing group from California.
The Bo-Keys
The Bo-Keys are a soul/jazz band from Memphis, Tennessee, formed as an homage to the city's rich musical tradition.
The Bo-Keys are a soul/jazz band from Memphis, Tennessee, formed as an homage to the city's rich musical tradition.
The Brothers Johnson
The Brothers Johnson is a band consisting of American musicians, and brothers, George aka 'Lightnin' Licks' and Louis E. Johnson aka 'Thunder Thumbs'.
The Brothers Johnson is a band consisting of American musicians, and brothers, George aka 'Lightnin' Licks' and Louis E. Johnson aka 'Thunder Thumbs'.
The California Honeydrops
The California Honeydrops is a blues and R&B American band formed in November 2007 playing in the subway stations of Oakland, California.
The California Honeydrops is a blues and R&B American band formed in November 2007 playing in the subway stations of Oakland, California.
The Capitols
The Capitols were a Detroit, Michigan-based soul trio widely known in the late 1960s for their Billboard hit single "Cool Jerk".
The Capitols were a Detroit, Michigan-based soul trio widely known in the late 1960s for their Billboard hit single "Cool Jerk".
The Chambers Brothers
The Chambers Brothers is a soul-music group, best known for its 1968 hit record, the 11-minute long song "Time Has Come Today".
The Chambers Brothers is a soul-music group, best known for its 1968 hit record, the 11-minute long song "Time Has Come Today".
The Chi-Lites
The Chi-Lites were a Chicago-based smooth soul vocal quartet from the early 1970s, one of the few from the period not to come from Memphis or Philadelphia.
The Chi-Lites were a Chicago-based smooth soul vocal quartet from the early 1970s, one of the few from the period not to come from Memphis or Philadelphia.
The Contours
The Contours were one of the early African-American soul singing groups signed to Motown Records.
The Contours were one of the early African-American soul singing groups signed to Motown Records.
The Controllers (R&B band)
The Controllers are an American soul and R&B vocal group, originally from Birmingham, Alabama, who had a series of successful recordings in the late 1970s and the 1980s.
The Controllers are an American soul and R&B vocal group, originally from Birmingham, Alabama, who had a series of successful recordings in the late 1970s and the 1980s.
The Cookies
The Cookies were an American R&B girl group in the 1950s to 1960s.
The Cookies were an American R&B girl group in the 1950s to 1960s.
The Delfonics
The Delfonics are a pioneering Philadelphia soul singing group, most popular in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
The Delfonics are a pioneering Philadelphia soul singing group, most popular in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
The Detroit Emeralds
The Detroit Emeralds were an American R&B vocal group, best known in the early 1970s.
The Detroit Emeralds were an American R&B vocal group, best known in the early 1970s.
The Diplomats of Solid Sound
The Diplomats of Solid Sound is a soul band from Iowa City, Iowa.
The Diplomats of Solid Sound is a soul band from Iowa City, Iowa.
The Dixie Nightingales
The Dixie Nightingales, also known as Ollie & the Nightingales and The Nightingales, was an African-American male vocal group, whose repertoire included gospel and later rhythm and b...
The Dixie Nightingales, also known as Ollie & the Nightingales and The Nightingales, was an African-American male vocal group, whose repertoire included gospel and later rhythm and b...
The Dramatics
The Dramatics (formerly The Dynamics) are an American soul music vocal group, formed in Detroit, Michigan in 1962.
The Dramatics (formerly The Dynamics) are an American soul music vocal group, formed in Detroit, Michigan in 1962.
The Elgins
The Elgins were an American vocal group on the Motown label, active from the late 1950s to 1967.
The Elgins were an American vocal group on the Motown label, active from the late 1950s to 1967.
The Emperors
The Emperors were an American soul band from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, formed in the early 1960s.
The Emperors were an American soul band from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, formed in the early 1960s.
The Falcons
The Falcons were an American rhythm and blues vocal group, some of whose members went on to be influential in soul music.
The Falcons were an American rhythm and blues vocal group, some of whose members went on to be influential in soul music.
The Famous Flames
The Famous Flames were an R&B vocal group founded by Bobby Byrd in 1953.
The Famous Flames were an R&B vocal group founded by Bobby Byrd in 1953.
The Fantastic Four (R&B group)
The Fantastic Four were a Detroit based soul group, formed in 1965.
The Fantastic Four were a Detroit based soul group, formed in 1965.
The Faragher Brothers
The Faragher Brothers is a Blue-eyed soul family musical group from Redlands, California consisting originally of brothers Tommy Faragher, Davey Faragher, Jimmy Faragher and Danny Faragher.
The Faragher Brothers is a Blue-eyed soul family musical group from Redlands, California consisting originally of brothers Tommy Faragher, Davey Faragher, Jimmy Faragher and Danny Faragher.
The Five Du-Tones
The Five Du-Tones were Robert Hopkins, Willie Guest, Frank McCurrey, LeRoy Joyce, James West, and Andrew Butler.
The Five Du-Tones were Robert Hopkins, Willie Guest, Frank McCurrey, LeRoy Joyce, James West, and Andrew Butler.
The Flaming Ember
The Flaming Ember was an American white soul band from Detroit, Michigan, who found commercial success starting in the late 1960's.
The Flaming Ember was an American white soul band from Detroit, Michigan, who found commercial success starting in the late 1960's.
The Flirtations (R&B musical group)
The Flirtations (previously The Gypsies) are an all-female musical group who have recorded since the early 1960s.
The Flirtations (previously The Gypsies) are an all-female musical group who have recorded since the early 1960s.
The Four Aces
The Four Aces is an American male traditional pop music quartet, popular since the 1950s.
The Four Aces is an American male traditional pop music quartet, popular since the 1950s.
The Funk Brothers
The Funk Brothers was the nickname of Detroit, Michigan, session musicians who performed the backing to most Motown Records recordings from 1959 until the company moved to Los Angeles in 1972.
The Funk Brothers was the nickname of Detroit, Michigan, session musicians who performed the backing to most Motown Records recordings from 1959 until the company moved to Los Angeles in 1972.
The Glass House (band)
The Glass House was an American R&B/soul group from Detroit, Michigan.
The Glass House was an American R&B/soul group from Detroit, Michigan.
The Gregory Brothers
The Gregory Brothers are a US musical group that characterise their music as "Country & Soul, Folk & Roll".
The Gregory Brothers are a US musical group that characterise their music as "Country & Soul, Folk & Roll".
The Honey Drippers (soul band)
The Honey Drippers, (not to be confused with the 1980s rock band the Honeydrippers, which featured Jimmy Page and Robert Plant) was an American soul/funk band from the 1970s, best known for its ...
The Honey Drippers, (not to be confused with the 1980s rock band the Honeydrippers, which featured Jimmy Page and Robert Plant) was an American soul/funk band from the 1970s, best known for its ...
The Ikettes
The Ikettes were a trio (sometimes quartet) of female backing vocalists for the Ike & Tina Turner Revue, a prominent American rhythm and blues group from the 1960s.
The Ikettes were a trio (sometimes quartet) of female backing vocalists for the Ike & Tina Turner Revue, a prominent American rhythm and blues group from the 1960s.
The Intruders
The Intruders were an American soul music group most popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Intruders were an American soul music group most popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Intruders (music group)
The Intruders were an American soul music group most popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Intruders were an American soul music group most popular in the 1960s and 1970s.
The Isley Brothers
The Isley Brothers are an American musical group consisting of brothers Ron and Ernie Isley.
The Isley Brothers are an American musical group consisting of brothers Ron and Ernie Isley.
The Jackson 5
The Jackson 5, later known as the The Jacksons, or simply Jackson, were an American popular music family group from Gary, Indiana.
The Jackson 5, later known as the The Jacksons, or simply Jackson, were an American popular music family group from Gary, Indiana.
The Jackson Sisters
The Jackson Sisters (not to be confused with Jackson sisters, La Toya, Janet, and Rebbie who were the siblings to American soul group the Jackson Five) were an American soul and disco family gro...
The Jackson Sisters (not to be confused with Jackson sisters, La Toya, Janet, and Rebbie who were the siblings to American soul group the Jackson Five) were an American soul and disco family gro...
The Jones Girls
The Jones Girls were an R&B trio of sisters from Detroit, Michigan.
The Jones Girls were an R&B trio of sisters from Detroit, Michigan.
The Mad Lads
The Mad Lads were an American 1960s doo wop group from Memphis, Tennessee.
The Mad Lads were an American 1960s doo wop group from Memphis, Tennessee.
The Main Ingredient
The Main Ingredient is an American soul and R&B group best known for their 1972 hit song, "Everybody Plays the Fool".
The Main Ingredient is an American soul and R&B group best known for their 1972 hit song, "Everybody Plays the Fool".
The Main Ingredient (band)
The Main Ingredient is an American soul and R&B group best known for their 1972 hit song, "Everybody Plays the Fool".
The Main Ingredient is an American soul and R&B group best known for their 1972 hit song, "Everybody Plays the Fool".
The Manhattans
The Manhattans are an American popular R&B vocal group, with a string of hit records spanning four decades.
The Manhattans are an American popular R&B vocal group, with a string of hit records spanning four decades.
The Mar-Keys
The Mar-Keys, formed in 1958, were an American studio session band for the Stax label from Memphis, Tennessee, in the 1960s.
The Mar-Keys, formed in 1958, were an American studio session band for the Stax label from Memphis, Tennessee, in the 1960s.
The Marvelettes
The Marvelettes were an all-girl group who achieved popularity in the early to mid-1960s.
The Marvelettes were an all-girl group who achieved popularity in the early to mid-1960s.
The McCrarys
The McCrarys was an American family Gospel and R&B group best known for the songs "You", "Lost in Loving You," "Love on a Summer Night" and "Any Ol' Sunday.
The McCrarys was an American family Gospel and R&B group best known for the songs "You", "Lost in Loving You," "Love on a Summer Night" and "Any Ol' Sunday.
The Memphis Horns
The Memphis Horns are an American horn section made famous by their many appearances on Stax Records.
The Memphis Horns are an American horn section made famous by their many appearances on Stax Records.
The Midnighters
Hank Ballard (November 18, 1927 – March 2, 2003), born John Henry Kendricks, was a rhythm and blues singer, the lead vocalist of Hank Ballard and The Midnighters and one of the first proto...
Hank Ballard (November 18, 1927 – March 2, 2003), born John Henry Kendricks, was a rhythm and blues singer, the lead vocalist of Hank Ballard and The Midnighters and one of the first proto...
The Miracles
The Miracles are an American rhythm and blues group, notable as the first successful act for Berry Gordy's Motown Record Corporation.
The Miracles are an American rhythm and blues group, notable as the first successful act for Berry Gordy's Motown Record Corporation.
The Monitors (American band)
The Monitors were an American vocal group who recorded for Motown Records in the 1960s.
The Monitors were an American vocal group who recorded for Motown Records in the 1960s.
The Monitors (music)
The Monitors were a minor Motown act from the 1960s.
The Monitors were a minor Motown act from the 1960s.
The Neville Brothers
The Neville Brothers, an American R&B and soul group, was formed in 1977 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The Neville Brothers, an American R&B and soul group, was formed in 1977 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
The New York Rock and Soul Revue
The New York Rock and Soul Revue was a musical project which evolved from a series of concerts and musical shows produced by Libby Titus that lasted from 1989 to 1993.
The New York Rock and Soul Revue was a musical project which evolved from a series of concerts and musical shows produced by Libby Titus that lasted from 1989 to 1993.
The Notations
The Notations were an American soul group from Chicago.
The Notations were an American soul group from Chicago.
The O'Jays
The O'Jays are an American R&B group from Canton, Ohio, formed in 1963 and originally consisting of Eddie Levert, Walter Williams, William Powell, Bobby Massey and Bill Isles.
The O'Jays are an American R&B group from Canton, Ohio, formed in 1963 and originally consisting of Eddie Levert, Walter Williams, William Powell, Bobby Massey and Bill Isles.
The Originals
The Originals often called "Motown's best-kept secret", were a successful Motown R&B and soul group during the late 1960s and the 1970s, most notable for the hits "Baby I'm for Real", "The ...
The Originals often called "Motown's best-kept secret", were a successful Motown R&B and soul group during the late 1960s and the 1970s, most notable for the hits "Baby I'm for Real", "The ...
The Orlons
The Orlons are an American R&B group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that formed in 1960.
The Orlons are an American R&B group from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania that formed in 1960.
The Packers
The Packers were an American soul group formed by tenor saxophonist Charles "Packy" Axton, who was the son of Stax Records part-owner Estelle Axton.
The Packers were an American soul group formed by tenor saxophonist Charles "Packy" Axton, who was the son of Stax Records part-owner Estelle Axton.
The Persuaders (band)
The Persuaders are a New York based R&B vocal group, with some fame in the 1970s, best known for their hit single, "Thin Line Between Love and Hate".
The Persuaders are a New York based R&B vocal group, with some fame in the 1970s, best known for their hit single, "Thin Line Between Love and Hate".
The Persuaders (R&B group)
The Persuaders are a New York based R&B vocal group, with some fame in the 1970s, best known for their hit single, "Thin Line Between Love and Hate".
The Persuaders are a New York based R&B vocal group, with some fame in the 1970s, best known for their hit single, "Thin Line Between Love and Hate".
The Pharaohs
The Pharaohs, an American soul/jazz/funk group, were formed in 1962 out of a student band, The Jazzmen, at Crane Junior College in Chicago, Illinois.
The Pharaohs, an American soul/jazz/funk group, were formed in 1962 out of a student band, The Jazzmen, at Crane Junior College in Chicago, Illinois.
The Pointer Sisters
The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B recording act from Oakland, California that achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s.
The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B recording act from Oakland, California that achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s.
The Reddings
The Reddings was an American funk, soul and disco band, founded by Otis Redding's sons Dexter (bass and vocals) and Otis Redding III (guitar) together with cousin Mark Lockett (drums, keys, and ...
The Reddings was an American funk, soul and disco band, founded by Otis Redding's sons Dexter (bass and vocals) and Otis Redding III (guitar) together with cousin Mark Lockett (drums, keys, and ...
The Reflections
The Reflections was the name of a number of musical groups.
The Reflections was the name of a number of musical groups.
The Righteous Brothers
The Righteous Brothers were the musical duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield.
The Righteous Brothers were the musical duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield.
The Shades of Blue
The Shades of Blue was an American blue-eyed soul vocal group from Livonia, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit.
The Shades of Blue was an American blue-eyed soul vocal group from Livonia, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit.
The Shivers (New York City)
The Shivers were formed in 2001 in Brooklyn, New York City by Keith Zarriello and Joanna Erdos.
The Shivers were formed in 2001 in Brooklyn, New York City by Keith Zarriello and Joanna Erdos.
The Showmen
The Showmen were a New Orleans based American doo-wop and pop group.
The Showmen were a New Orleans based American doo-wop and pop group.
The Softones
The Softones are a "sweet soul" group from the city of Baltimore, Maryland.
The Softones are a "sweet soul" group from the city of Baltimore, Maryland.
The Solution (band)
The Solution is a blue-eyed soul band that was formed by the American Scott Morgan (Sonic's Rendezvous Band) and Swede Nick Royale (from The Hellacopters and Entombed) after previously working t...
The Solution is a blue-eyed soul band that was formed by the American Scott Morgan (Sonic's Rendezvous Band) and Swede Nick Royale (from The Hellacopters and Entombed) after previously working t...
The SOS Band
The SOS Band is an American musical ensemble, founded in Atlanta, Georgia in 1977.
The SOS Band is an American musical ensemble, founded in Atlanta, Georgia in 1977.
The Soul Children
The Soul Children was an American soul music group.
The Soul Children was an American soul music group.
The Soul Train Gang
In the early 1970s, the dancers on Don Cornelius' hit television program Soul Train were called the Soul Train Gang.
In the early 1970s, the dancers on Don Cornelius' hit television program Soul Train were called the Soul Train Gang.
The Spinners (American band)
The Spinners is a soul music vocal group, active for over 50 years, and with a long run of pop and R&B hits especially during the 1970s.
The Spinners is a soul music vocal group, active for over 50 years, and with a long run of pop and R&B hits especially during the 1970s.
The Supremes
The Supremes was an American female singing group and the premier act of Motown Records during the 1960s.
The Supremes was an American female singing group and the premier act of Motown Records during the 1960s.
The Sylvers
The Sylvers were a popular R&B/soul and disco family group during the 1970s.
The Sylvers were a popular R&B/soul and disco family group during the 1970s.
The Tams
The Tams, sometimes later billed as 'The Joe Pope Tams' are an American vocal group from Atlanta, Georgia, who enjoyed their greatest chart success in the 1960s, and the 1970s, and most improbab...
The Tams, sometimes later billed as 'The Joe Pope Tams' are an American vocal group from Atlanta, Georgia, who enjoyed their greatest chart success in the 1960s, and the 1970s, and most improbab...
The Temprees
The Temprees were an American soul vocal trio from Memphis, Tennessee, most popular during the 1970s.
The Temprees were an American soul vocal trio from Memphis, Tennessee, most popular during the 1970s.
The Temptations
The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records.
The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records.
The Trammps
The Trammps were an American disco band, who were based in Philadelphia and were one of the first disco bands.
The Trammps were an American disco band, who were based in Philadelphia and were one of the first disco bands.
The Tymes
The Tymes are an American soul vocal group, who enjoyed equal success in the United Kingdom as their homeland.
The Tymes are an American soul vocal group, who enjoyed equal success in the United Kingdom as their homeland.
The Undisputed Truth
The Undisputed Truth was a 1970s Motown recording act, assembled by record producer Norman Whitfield as a means for being able to experiment with his psychedelic soul production techniques.
The Undisputed Truth was a 1970s Motown recording act, assembled by record producer Norman Whitfield as a means for being able to experiment with his psychedelic soul production techniques.
The Untouchables (band)
The Untouchables (sometimes known as The UTs) are a soul/mod revival band from the Silver Lake, Los Angeles, California area.
The Untouchables (sometimes known as The UTs) are a soul/mod revival band from the Silver Lake, Los Angeles, California area.
The Valentinos
The Valentinos, was a Cleveland, Ohio-based family R&B group, mainly famous for launching the careers of brothers Bobby Womack and Cecil Womack, the former brother finding bigger fame as a solo ...
The Valentinos, was a Cleveland, Ohio-based family R&B group, mainly famous for launching the careers of brothers Bobby Womack and Cecil Womack, the former brother finding bigger fame as a solo ...
The Vibrations
The Vibrations were an African-American soul vocal group from Los Angeles, California, active from the mid-1950s to 1976.
The Vibrations were an African-American soul vocal group from Los Angeles, California, active from the mid-1950s to 1976.
The Whatnauts
The Whatnauts were an American soul group from Baltimore, Maryland founded in 1969.
The Whatnauts were an American soul group from Baltimore, Maryland founded in 1969.
The Whispers
The Whispers is a R&B-dance vocal group from Los Angeles, California, with a consistent track record of hit records dating back to the late 1960s.
The Whispers is a R&B-dance vocal group from Los Angeles, California, with a consistent track record of hit records dating back to the late 1960s.
The Winstons
The Winstons were a 1960s funk and soul music group, based in Washington, D.C., who are most notable for recording a track called "Color Him Father" recorded in 1969, backed with a B-side entitl...
The Winstons were a 1960s funk and soul music group, based in Washington, D.C., who are most notable for recording a track called "Color Him Father" recorded in 1969, backed with a B-side entitl...
Third Coast Kings
Third Coast Kings is a funk / soul band based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Third Coast Kings is a funk / soul band based in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Timex Social Club
The Timex Social Club was an American R&B/Hip hop group, formed in 1982 by students of Berkeley High School in Berkeley, California.
The Timex Social Club was an American R&B/Hip hop group, formed in 1982 by students of Berkeley High School in Berkeley, California.
Tony! Toni! Toné!
Tony! Toni! Toné! is an American Soul/R&B group from Oakland, California, popular during the late 1980s and early to mid 1990s.
Tony! Toni! Toné! is an American Soul/R&B group from Oakland, California, popular during the late 1980s and early to mid 1990s.
Tower of Power
Tower of Power (or TOP for short) is an American R&B-based horn section and band, originating in Oakland, California, that has been performing for over 43 years.
Tower of Power (or TOP for short) is an American R&B-based horn section and band, originating in Oakland, California, that has been performing for over 43 years.
Y?N-Vee
Y?N-Vee (Pronounced: why envy) was an American female R&B group that formed in the early 1990s as the first act on PMP Records, who by 1994 linked a deal with the RAL division of Def Jam Music Group.
Y?N-Vee (Pronounced: why envy) was an American female R&B group that formed in the early 1990s as the first act on PMP Records, who by 1994 linked a deal with the RAL division of Def Jam Music Group.
Young-Holt Unlimited
Young-Holt Unlimited were an American soul and jazz instrumental musical ensemble from Chicago, Illinois.
Young-Holt Unlimited were an American soul and jazz instrumental musical ensemble from Chicago, Illinois.
Zapp (band)
Zapp is a soul and funk band formed in 1978 by brothers Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman, Lester Troutman, Terry Troutman, Bobby Glover and Gregory Jackson Cincinnati Ohio Funk Keyboardist.
Zapp is a soul and funk band formed in 1978 by brothers Roger Troutman, Larry Troutman, Lester Troutman, Terry Troutman, Bobby Glover and Gregory Jackson Cincinnati Ohio Funk Keyboardist.
Zhané
Zhané was an American R&B/hip hop soul duo, best known for their 1994 hit "Hey Mr. D.J.", which reached #6 in the U.S. Other popular hits include "Groove Thang" and minor hit "Sending My Love," ...
Zhané was an American R&B/hip hop soul duo, best known for their 1994 hit "Hey Mr. D.J.", which reached #6 in the U.S. Other popular hits include "Groove Thang" and minor hit "Sending My Love," ...