O'Jays
USA
Formed: 1958
Years Active: 60, 70, 80, 90, 2000
Genres: R&B
Styles: Philly Soul, R&B/Soul, Smooth Soul, Soul, Pop-Soul, Quiet Storm, Hip-Hop/Urban, Urban
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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 a touch of contemporary funk. They worked extensively with the legendary production/songwriting team of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, becoming the flagship artist of the duo's Philadelphia International label. The O'Jays were equally at home singing s...
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