The Poppies

The Poppies

1960's Girl Group, The Poppies, were led by future star, Dorothy Moore (Misty Blue). They had minor hits in 1966 and are revered on the Northern Soul circuit. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Lullaby of love, He's ready and There's a pain in my heart

Source: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Poppies_(American_band)

Background information

Name: The Poppies 
Origin: Jackson Mississippi, US
Labels: Epic Records 
Members: Rosemary Taylor, Dorothy Moore, Petsye McCune

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The Andantes

The Andantes

The Andantes were a Backing Vocal Group that gave Motown releases their smooth sound. They rarely released material of their own and scored no solo hits. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: Come on home (with The Marvelettes and The Darnells), (Like a) Nightmare, Step into my shoes and Too hurt to cry, too much in love to say goodbye  ( with The Marvelettes and The Darnels)

Source: http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Andantes

Background Information
Origin	Detroit, Michigan, United States
Genres	Pop, R&B, soul, psychedelic soul,doo-wop, disco
Years active	1958 - 1973; 1989 - 1992
Labels	Motown
Associated acts	Martha and the Vandellas, Four Tops, The Marvelettes, Marvin Gaye, Mary Wells, The Supremes
Past members	Jackie Hicks (1958-1973; 1989-1992) Marlene Barrow (1958-1973; 1989-1992) Louvain Demps (1961-1973; 1989-1992) Emily Phillips (1958-1961) Pat Lewis (1989-1992)

First Choice

First Choice

  Girl Group, First Choice, released hits and their music spanned many genres. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: Doctor love

Source: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/First_Choice_(band)

Background Information
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US
Genres	Philly Soul, Girl Group,R&B, Disco, Sweet Soul, Pop
Years active	1971- 1984
Labels	Philly Groove  Gold Mind
Members	Annette Guest Debbie Martin Joyce Jones Rochelle Fleming  Ursula Herring

Great R&B Groups: The Castelles

The Castelles 

Image Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/2223259-The-Castelles

  The Castelles are the Originators of the Philadelphia Sound, thou they are rarely regarded; bad decisions at their label destroyed their budding careers. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: My Girl awaits me

Background information
Name	The Castelles
Also Known as	Royal Castelles
Origin	Philadelphia, U.S.
Genres	R&B
Years active	1956–present
Labels Members	Grand Leads George Grant Octavious Anthony Billy Taylor Clarence Dunlap

Great R&B Groups: The Whispers

The Whispers 

  The Whispers are a Classic R&B Group that has been active since the 1960's, but had their biggest hits during the 1980's. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Rock Steady , Love Is Where You Find It  , Keep on loving me , It's a love thing and And the beat goes on

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Whispers 

Background Information
Origin	Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Genres	R&B, boogie, dance, soul, funk,disco, synthpop
Years active	1964–present
Labels	Janus Solar Capitol
Associated acts	Collage
Website	Official website
Members	Leaveil Degree Nicholas Caldwell Wallace Scott Walter Scott
Past members	Marcus Hutson Gordy Harmon Jerry McNeil

Johnny Moore's Three Blazers

Johnny Moore’s Three Blazers

 

  Johnny Moore's Three Blazers, were an influential Group that was active in the 1940's and 1950's; all the original members are now dead. Please take a listen here and enjoy your Weekend: Driftin Blues , Sunny Road , New Orleans Blues and Merry Christmas baby 

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Moore%27s_Three_Blazers

Background information
Name	Johnny Moore's Three Blazers
Origin	Texas, United States
Genres	Rhythm and Blues
Years active	1940s–1960s
Labels	Atlas Records, Capitol, Philo, Exclusive, Modern
Associated acts	King Cole Trio
Members	Johnny Moore Charles Brown Eddie Williams

Great R&B Groups: Brenda & the Tabulations

Brenda & the Tabulations 

  R&B Group, Brenda & the Tabulations, were active during the 1960's and 1970's. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Dry your eyes , The Wash , Who's lovin' you , Just once in a lifetime , Stay together young lovers and Right on the tip of my tongue

   

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brenda_and_The_Tabulations 

Background information
Also known as	Brenda & the Tabulations
Origin	Philadelphia, Pennsylvania United States
Genres	R&B, doo-wop,
Years active	1966–1977
Labels	Dionn, Chocolate City
Associated acts	Van McCoy
Members	Brenda Payton Eddie L. jackson Maurice Coates Jerry jones

Soul/Vocal Groups: The Choice Four

The Choice Four

  The Choice Four were a Soul/Vocal Group that released a few Albums during the 1970's; they had a few hits, but broke up after not making it big. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: You're so right for me , When you're young and in love , Walk away from love , The finger pointers Pt. 1 , Two different worlds , Just let me hold you for a night and Come down to Earth 

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Choice_Four

Background Information
Origin	Washington, D.C., United States
Genres Years Active	R&B Disco 1970s
Labels Members	RCA Bobby Hamilton Ted Maduro Pete Marshall Charles Blagmon

The People's Choice

The People's Choice 

Source: https://www.discogs.com/artist/17964-Peoples-Choice

   The Peoples Choice were a hit making Group from Philadelphia; they were signed to Gamble and Huff's Philadelphia International Records and released classic instrumental tracks. Please take a listen here and have a nice Wednesday: I likes to do it , Cold blooded & down right funky , Boogie down U.S.A. , Party is a groove thing , Nursery Rhymes Part 1 , Here we go again , Movin' in all directions , We got the rhythm , Jam, Jam, Jam (all night long) , You ought to be dancing and Do it any way you wanna

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_People%27s_Choice_(band)

Background Information
Origin	Philadelphia, United States
Genres	Soul, funk
Years active	1971–1985
Labels	TSOP, Casablanca, Mercury
Past members	1971 - 1973 Frankie Brunson David Thompson Darnell Jordan Johnnie Hightower Stanley Thomas Valerie Brown Marc Reed 1974 - 1983 Frankie Brunson Dave Thompson Guy Fiske Roger Andrews 1984 - 1985 Frank Brunson Marc Reed Clifton Gamble David Thomson Johnnie Hightower Bill Rodgers

Great R&B Groups: The Cardinals

The Cardinals 

  The Cardinals were a Great R&B Group from Baltimore that was signed to Atlantic Records and released many classics during their tenure. Please take a listen here and have a sweet Wednesday: Shouldn't I know , I'll always love you , The Bump , Wheel of fortune , You are my only love , Under a blanket of blue , Come back my love , Here goes my heart to you , Offshore , The end of the story , One love  and The door is still open to my heart

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Cardinals

Background Information
Name	The Cardinals
Origin	Baltimore, Maryland, United States
Genres	R&B
Years active	1946–1960's
Labels	Atlantic,
Associated acts	The Ink Spots
Members	Leon Hardy Meredith Brothers Donald Johnson Ernie Warren Jack Aydelotte Leandar Tarve James Brown (different one)

Great R&B Groups: The Bobbettes

The Bobbettes 

   The Classic Girl Group, The Bobbettes, wrote and recorded their first hit at a very early age; they were fore-runners to many, but yet they are not fully honored. Please take a listen here and have a great Wednesday: Loop de Loop (with Johnny Thunders) , I shot Mr. Lee , Look at the stars , Mr. Johnny Q , I don't like it like that , Have mercy Baby , Dance with me Georgie , Teach me tonight and Mr. Lee

  

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bobbettes

Background information
Also known as	The Harlem Queens
Origin	Spanish Harlem, NY, United States
Genres	R&B, doo-wop
Years active	1955–1970's
Labels	Atlantic Records, Triple-X, Galliant, Gone, End, King, Jubilee, Diamond, RCA
Associated acts	Johnny Thunders
Members	Jannie Pought Emma Pought Reather Dixon Laura Webb Hellen Gathers