But let me tell you something The sisters are not going for that no more ‘Cause we realize two things That you aren’t doing anything for us We can better…
Soul Serenade
Two classic versions of one classic song. Which is your favorite?
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Benny Spellman came from Florida but became a legend in New Orleans
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Ruby and the Romantics set the charts on fire with a bossa nova flavored hit in 1963
The Tams released a Carolina beach music classic in 1968
Billy Ward launched a new era of frankness in lyrics and the careers of two future superstars
The Marvelows sent a soul classic up the charts in 1965
Rhino Entertainment celebrates the 60th anniversary of Stax with a budget-friendly series of compilations and reissues
Shades of Blue had an Edwin Starr-written hit in ’66
The Commodores scored hit after hit in the ’70s and ’80s
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On May 4, 1970 four students were murdered at Kent State in Ohio
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One great song, two great versions. Which is your favorite? Vote now.
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