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The Chi-Lites (/ ˈ ʃ aɪ l aɪ t s /, SHY-lytes) are an American R&B/Soul vocal quartet from Chicago. Forming at Chicago's Hyde Park High School in 1959, The group's original lineup consisted of singers Robert Lester, Eugene Record, Creadel Jones, Clarence Johnson, Burt Bowen, Eddie Reed and Marshall Thompson.. The Chi-Lites' greatest fame came during the late 1960s through the early 1970s ...
Give It Away consists of seven original tracks and four cover versions (three Motown songs and "The Twelfth of Never"). The album was well received by critics and sold respectably, with four singles reaching the R&B top 50 and two the Billboard Hot 100. The album sold mainly to the R&B market, where it peaked at #16.
4 de nov. de 2018 · Creadel Jones left the group and was replaced by Stanley Anderson, who was quickly replaced by Willie Kensey. Despite the changes occurring within Chi-Lites, the group was still able to produce three top-ten R&B hits, “Homely Girl,” “There will Never Be Any Peace (Until God is Seated at the Conference Table),” and “Toby,” all by 1975.
Red Jones left in 1973 and was replaced in quick succession by Stanley Anderson, Willie Kensey, and then Doc Roberson, but by 1975, things were falling apart. As with so many artists, stardom had taken its toll. Meanwhile, the Brunswick label went down the drain taking many of its artists with it.
Explore Willie Kensey's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Willie Kensey on AllMusic.
The Chi-Lites discography and songs: Music profile for The Chi-Lites, formed 1959. Genres: Smooth Soul, Soul, Chicago Soul. Albums include Live at the Paradise Garage, Oh Girl / Being in Love, and Have You Seen Her / Yes I'm Ready (If I Don't Get to Go).
Willie Kensey Doc Roberson David Scott Danny Johnson Vandy Hampton Anthony Watson: The Chi-Lites est un quatuor vocal harmonieux de soul basé à Chicago du début des années 1970, l'un des rares groupes de cette période à ne pas venir de Memphis ou Philadelphie.
