The Platters

Biography

One of the leading R&B vocal groups of the 50s, they were the first black group to be accepted as a major chart act and, for a short time, were the most successful vocal group in the world. The Platters were formed in Los Angeles in 1953 by entrepreneur/songwriter Buck Ram (21 November 1907, Chicago, Illinois, USA, d. 1 January 1991). Through his ownership of the Platters’ name, Ram was able to control the group throughout their career, and his talent for composing and arranging... Read more

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Doo Wop Holiday & Seasonal Jazz Music Videos & Concerts Pop / Rock Pop / Rock R&B / Soul Soundtrack Vocals Vocal

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60s

rhythm and blues

doo wop

50s

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1960s 1980s 1990s 2000s

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