Soul vocal group from New Jersey, U.S. Formed as a quintet in 1962, they started recording in 1964 at Carnival Records and then at DeLuxe in the early 70’s until 1973 that got signed at Columbia where they charted their biggest hits up to 1986. Still active up until 2010. In 1970 Gerald Alston replaced their lead singer George “Smitty” Smith who had died of a brain tumour two days before his 31st birthday. Richard Taylor (17) left the group in 1976 and they continued as a quartet. In 1988 Gerald Alston left them to pursue his solo career. Their biggest hits are the classic smooth soul ballad “Kiss And Say Goodbye” produced by the prolific Bobby Martin in 1976 and “Shining Star” produced by Leo Graham in 1980. All their original members are deceased except Gerald Alston

Head over to Johnnys in Highland Park on Wednesday 4/22/2026. Come for the drinks, stay for the vibe. Sounds curated by yours truly. Your presence and spirit will influence the music selections, hope to see you!

Spinning records at @stillog.bar in San Jose on Thursday 4/16/2025 from 7:30pm to 11:30pm Expect a journey through soulful boogie, funky disco and soul, as well as groovy house all on vinyl by yours truly. This one’s for the listeners, the dancers & everything in between. Hope to see you! ✌🏾❤️ ((Flyer by @eyekerr400 ))