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Artist/Group Of The Month August 2024

Starpoint, a dynamic American R&B and funk band, was a force in the music industry from the late 1970s through the 1980s. Known for their infectious grooves, soulful melodies, and high-energy performances, Starpoint left an indelible mark on the world of funk and R&B. This essay delves into the band's origins, musical style, key albums and hits, and their lasting impact on the music scene. Origins and Formation Starpoint was formed in 1978 in Annapolis, Maryland. The group initially consisted […]

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Featured Classic Groups

The Classic Group of the R&B 70’s ‘ The Manhattans’

The Manhattans were one of those classic R&B vocal groups known for their remarkable career longevity, adapting their style to fit the changing times. Formed in the '60s as a doo-wop-influenced R&B quintet, the Manhattans transitioned into smooth soul balladeers in the '70s. Despite the death of lead singer George Smith, they rose to even greater popularity with new frontman Gerald Alston, achieving a number one hit across all charts in 1976 with "Kiss and Say Goodbye." Under the leadership […]

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American R&B Group-Force M.D.’s

  The Force M.D.s are an American R&B vocal group that was formed in 1981 in Staten Island, New York. Although the group has old school hip hop roots, it is perhaps best known for their soulful R&B tunes such as Tender Love, Love is a House, Tears, and Here I Go Again. They are considered major forerunners of the new jack swing movement. History   Origins The band was originally named The L.D.s, and then became the Force MCs. […]

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LIFETIME AND A&E TO SIMULCAST “TLC FOREVER” DOCUMENTARY

Lifetime and A&E will simulcast a new two-hour documentary about the iconic R&B female group TLC titled "TLC Forever" on Saturday, June 3, at 8 PM ET/PT. This special documentary will delve into the rise and fall of TLC, focusing on its original members T-Boz, Chilli, and Lisa “Left Eye” Lopes. Formed in 1990, TLC quickly soared to the top of the charts, becoming one of the most influential groups of their time. They broke boundaries and stereotypes, solidifying their […]

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