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(1963 – present)
The Righteous Brothers were the musical duo of Bill Medley and Bobby Hatfield. They recorded from 1963 through 1975, and continued to perform live until Hatfield’s death in 2003. Their emotive vocal stylings were sometimes dubbed “blue-eyed soul.” Hatfield and Medley both possessed exceptional vocal talent, with range, control, and tone that helped them create a strong and distinct duet sound (and perform as soloists).
Medley sang the low parts with his deep, soulful baritone, with Hatfield taking the higher register vocals with his soaring tenor. They gained their name when an African-American Marine shouted out “That was righteous, brothers” at the end of a show. John Wimber, one of the founding leaders of the Vineyard Movement, played the keyboard in the band.
Their first major hit single was “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” in 1965. Produced by Phil Spector, the record is often cited as one of the peak expressions of Spector’s Wall of Sound production techniques. It was one of the most successful pop singles of its time, despite exceeding the standard length for radio play. Indeed, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” remains the most played song in radio history, estimated to have been broadcast over 8 million times to date. A little known fact about this song was that Spector utilized Sonny and Cher as back-up singers.
They had several other Spector-produced hit singles during the 1960s, including “Ebb Tide” and “Unchained Melody” in 1965 and “(You’re My) Soul And Inspiration” in 1966.
Their first major hit single was “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” in 1965. Produced by Phil Spector, the record is often cited as one of the peak expressions of Spector’s Wall of Sound production techniques. It was one of the most successful pop singles of its time, despite exceeding the standard length for radio play. Indeed, “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’” remains the most played song in radio history, estimated to have been broadcast over 8 million times to date. A little known fact about this song was that Spector utilized Sonny and Cher as back-up singers.
They had several other Spector-produced hit singles during the 1960s, including “Ebb Tide” and “
Unchained Melody” in 1965 and “(You’re My) Soul And Inspiration” in 1966.
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FoolmeThrice wrote:
all i do is win
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Mileymac20 wrote:
Major tear jerker.... Awesome awesome song
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staywaivy wrote:
Little Latin Lupe Lu
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gui_x wrote:
Unchained Melody is a classic
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Lowbacca wrote:
timeless tunes.
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JenniferSpears wrote:
Unchained Melody <333333
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Static16 wrote:
Hasbands!
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anavrink wrote:
zajebiste ;d
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KileyGrosso wrote:
This Sunday 6/5/2011 Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers fame will be hosting 100.3 FM The Sounds "My Turn" where he will be playing some of his favorite classic rock tracks from the 60's, 70's, and 80's. TUNE IN AT 6PM. Not in southern California? No problem! STREAM IT online for free @ www.thesoundla.com "My Turn" is one of The Sound's most talked about on-air features where artists and personalities take over The Sound airwaves. It happens every Sunday evening at 6:00 PM, commercial free. This unique program allows these artists to pick their own music and be a real Los Angeles radio DJ.
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BadKittyRocks wrote:
<3 <3 <3 UNCHAINED MELODY <3 SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SONG <3 <3 <3
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SashaPrestig wrote:
You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' чудненько.
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Moestitia wrote:
:')
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BelphegorPepe wrote:
Unchained Melody is their best [2]
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JuniorMcCartney wrote:
You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin' best music all time.
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Idiots-Rule wrote:
Ebb Tide ... I love it.
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lovelydark wrote:
amazing.
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Harlottin wrote:
cool melody
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Pat-John wrote:
Rock and Roll Heaven!! What an amazing tune! I love their voices in there
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Rapture5212011 wrote:
Terrific duo with a great sound & blend. Most 'baby boomers' from the 60s & 70s grew up listening to their musical style & really enjoyed it. For more INFO, BIO & details of Bobby Hatfield, check out www.findagrave.com <click on Famous Grave Search & enter his name. They certainly left some memorable music for us to listen to via the digital revolution of the internet. Rest In PEACE. God bless~!
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Acquiescence wrote:
'Ebb Tide' is their dark horse. Words fail me.
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