The O'Jays

Formed: 1958 in Canton, OH

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Genre: R&B, Rap

Group Members: Bill Isles, Eddie Levert, Bobby Massey, William Powell, Walter Williams, Sam Strain, Eric Grant, Nathaniel Best, Sammy Strain

Biography: The O'Jays were one of Philadelphia soul's most popular and long-lived outfits, rivaled only by the Spinners as soul's greatest vocal group of the '70s. In their prime, the O'Jays' recordings epitomized the Philly soul sound: smooth, rich harmonies backed by elaborate arrangements, lush strings, and ...Read full biography

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Back Stabbers

Released: 1972

Label: LEGACY/EPIC ASSOCIATED

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A major turning point for the O'Jays, Back Stabbers took the group to the top of the charts and made them household names in the R&B world. The O'Jays had been paying serious dues since the late '50s, ...Read full review

The O'Jays in Philadelphia

Released: 1970

Label: Legacy

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The O'Jays' first album with the Gamble/Huff production team was a landmark for all parties involved. A respected but journeyman soul outfit since the early '60s, the singers benefited immensely from distinctive, ...Read full review

More The O'Jays albums: Main Albums (28), Compilations (86), Singles & EPs (19), DVD/Video (3)

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