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Wednesday 15 August 2012

Great R&B Groups: The Shirelles

The Shirelles
Shirley Owens, Doris Coley, Addie "Micki" Harris and Beverly Lee


    The group that launched the Girl Group Genre, The Shirelles had major hits way before Motown started. They are the most influential Girl Group of all time and as given a lot to the industry; we appreciate your hard work Ladies. Have a mellow Wednesday and please take a listen here: Mama said , Dedicated to the one I love , Baby it's you , Tonight's the night , Soldier boyFoolish little girlI Met him on Sunday and Will you love me tomorrow


 
      

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Shirelles
Background information
Also known as The Poquellos, Shirley & the Shirelles
Origin Passaic, New Jersey, USA
Genres R&B, rock and roll, doo-wop, pop, soul
Years active 1957–82
Labels Tiara Records, Decca, Scepter Records, Bell Records, RCA
Past members
Shirley Owens
Doris Coley
Beverly Lee
Addie Harris McPherson

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