Great R&B Groups: Ben E. King and The Drifters

Ben E. King

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The Drifters

 

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        Despite being so unstable as a Group The Drifters has managed to put out some magical tunes during their run; Ben E. King also came to prominence through this band. Packed with great harmonies and instrumentation, their music is a clear choice in your collection. Have a great Wednesday and please take a listen here: Under the boardwalk , Stand by me , Stand by me (Ben E. King) , There goes my baby , Save the last dance for me , This magic moment , Spanish harlem (Ben E. King) and Up on the roof

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Background information
Birth name	Benjamin Earl Nelson
Also known as	Benjamin Earl King
Born	September 28, 1938 (age 73) Henderson, North Carolina
Genres	Soul, rhythm and blues
Occupations	Singer, songwriter, record producer
Instruments	Vocals, piano, keyboards
Years active	1958–present
Labels	Atco Records Atlantic Records
Associated acts	The Drifters The Five Crowns

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Basic Information
Origin	New York City, U.S.
Genres	R&B, doo wop, soul
Years active	1953-present
Labels	Atlantic Bell Neon Records
Associated acts	Ben E. King Clyde McPhatter
Website	theofficialdrifters.com
Members
Michael Williams Damion Charles Ryan King Carlton Powell
Past members
Clyde McPhatter Gerhart Thrasher Andrew Thrasher Bill Pinkney Willie Ferbee Walter Adams Ben E. King Doc Green Beary Hobbs Rudy Lewis Charlie Thomas Tommy Evans Eugene Pearson Johnny Terry Johnny Moore Bobby Hendricks Rudy Ivan Jimmy Lewis Ray Lewis Louis Price Maurice Cannon