The Capitols
- MatchThe Capitols
- 100%Fontella Bass
- 70%Brenda Holloway
- 66%Arthur Conley
- 66%Percy Sledge
- 65%Mary Wells
- 62%Wilson Pickett
- 50%Martha & The Vandellas
- 50%Martha Reeves
- 49%Jimmy Ruffin
- 48%Marvin Gaye
Biography
An R&B trio from Detroit, Michigan, USA, originally known as the Three Caps, the Capitols were best known for their 1966 hit Cool Jerk. Originally formed around 1962 as a quintet, the two principal members were Donald Storball (guitar, vocals) and Samuel George (23 January 1942, d. 17 March 1982; drums, lead vocals). Discovered by record producer Ollie McLaughlin and signed to his Karen label, their first single was Dog And Cat, which failed to have any impact. Four... Read more