Harold Melvin

Harold Melvin
Born: Jun 25, 1939 in Philadelphia, PA
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Died: Mar 24, 1997 in Philadelphia, PA
Genre: R&B
Styles: Philly Soul, Smooth Soul, Soul, Quiet Storm, Doo Wop, Disco
Biography: Harold Melvin was one of the driving forces behind Philadelphia soul, leading his group the Blue Notes to the top of the charts during their stint on Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International label. Despite Melvin's billing out front, the Blue Notes' focal point was lead singer and onetime ...Read full biography
To Be True
Released: 1975
Label: Philadelphia International
Critics' Rating:
The third album from the melodramatic vocal quintet features an array of R&B classics. While Teddy Pendergrass was featured on this album, he did not lead every song. The three releases were "Where Are ...Read full review
Black & Blue
Released: 1973
Label: Philadelphia International
Critics' Rating:
Lots of goodies on Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes' second LP under the auspices of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff. "Satisfaction Guaranteed (Or Take Your Love Back)" is tight, as is the questioning "Is There ...Read full review
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