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The Manhattans
Biography
The Manhattans
Formed
January 1, 1962 in Jersey City, NJ

Years Active:
70s

 
The Manhattans were one of those classic R&B vocal groups who manage to achieve incredible career longevity by adapting their style to fit changing times. Formed in the '60s as a doo wop-influenced R&B quintet, the Manhattans reinvented themselves as sweet smooth soul balladeers during the '70s. In doing so, they somehow overcame the death of lead singer George Smith, and with new frontman Gerald Alston became more popular than they'd ever been, landing an across-the-board number one hit in 1976 with "Kiss And Say Goodbye." Under the leadership of Winfred "Blue" Lovett (who also compose
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Influences
Nat King Cole

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