The "5" Royales Tell The Truth

Of all the great rhythm & blues groups who impacted the development of soul music, none were more deserving of the overused epithet unsung, than the fabulous 5 Royales. They were a quadruple threat great original songs; hard, gospel-derived vocals; blistering guitar work and a bangin live show. And, while they had their share of R&B hits, cover versions of their songs became major chart toppers for Ray Charles, James Brown, and the Shirelles.