"SAY WHAT" 8/24/2025

The Spinners, a soul group that performed the hit song "I'll Be Around," had a classic lineup including: Billy Henderson (died 2007) Henry Fambrough (died 2024) Pervis Jackson (died 2008) Bobby Smith (died 2013) Philippé Wynne (died 1984) About the musicians Bobby Smith was the principal lead singer and was featured prominently on "I'll Be Around". Philippé Wynne was a key vocalist known for his soaring tenor and ad-libbed solos. He took over lead duties at the very end of "I'll Be Around" and sang lead on other hits like "The Rubberband Man". Henry Fambrough was a baritone vocalist who provided co-lead vocals on some songs and was the last surviving original member of the group until his death in 2024. Pervis Jackson was the group's bass singer, known for his deep, resonant voice. He had a memorable spoken-word line on the song "Games People Play". Billy Henderson was a second tenor in the group and was known for his animated choreography and stage presence. Instrumental support The lush orchestral sound of "I'll Be Around" was a hallmark of the Philly soul style created by producer Thom Bell. The musical backing was provided by MFSB, Philadelphia's famed studio house band, and featured notable instrumentalists: Norman Harris: Guitar Ronnie Baker: Bass Earl Young: Drums

Luther Vandross: Lead vocals, vocal arrangements, rhythm arrangements. Nat Adderley Jr.: Keyboards, rhythm arrangements. Marcus Miller: Bass guitar. Buddy Williams: Drums. Georg Wadenius: Guitar. Paul Riser: Horn arrangements, string arrangements. Crusher Bennett: Percussion. Bashiri Johnson: Congas, percussion. Backing Vocals: A significant group featuring Tawatha Agee, Michelle Cobbs, Cissy Houston, Yvonne Lewis, Sybil Thomas, and Brenda White King.

S.O.S. (Sounds of Success)

Songwriters: The song was written by Nidra Beard of the group Dynasty, along with Dana Meyers and Charmaine Sylvers of the group The Sylvers. Theme: The lyrics celebrate a genuine, easy love with a new partner, promising to make the evening special. Popular culture and impact Introduction of the moonwalk: Shalamar member Jeffrey Daniel performed the moonwalk dance to this song on the UK music show Top of the Pops in 1982, months before Michael Jackson's famous performance.

Greenwood, Archer & Pine - all street names which the name GAP came from
The Gap Band
Origin Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.
Genres Funk, boogie, R&B, soul
Years active 1967–2010
Labels Shelter Records, Tattoo/RCA, Mercury, Total Experience, Capitol
Past members
Charlie Wilson
Ronnie Wilson
Robert Wilson
The Gap Band was an American R&B and funk band that rose to fame during the 1970s and 1980s. The band consisted of three brothers: Charlie, Ronnie, and Robert Wilson, along with other members; it was named after streets (Greenwood, Archer, and Pine)[1][2] in the historic Greenwood neighborhood in the brothers' hometown of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Luther is another Jersey boy !!

Oh my GOD!!!!! Luther on the Windy show !,

Oh yeah, I remember France Joli

Human hit factory !!!

Key members included original lead singer Mary Davis and multi-instrumentalist Abdul Ra'oof. Founding members Jason Bryant and Bruno Speight played keyboards and guitar, respectively. Chandra Currelley was the lead vocalist for two albums after Davis's initial departure. Popular songs include "Take Your Time (Do It Right)" (1980), "Just Be Good to Me" (1983), and "The Finest" (1986). The S.O.S. Band released studio albums such as S.O.S. (1980), On the Rise (1983), and Sands of Time (1986).