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The O'Jays
The flagship act of the Gamble & Huff's legendary Philadelphia International
label, the O'Jays were originally inspired to sing together after seeing Frankie
Lymon & the Teenagers, and went on to become one of the world's most influential
and enduring soul groups. Eddie Levert, front man throughout their entire
career, formed the band with Walter Williams, Bill Isles, Bobby Massey and
William Powell - schoolfriends from Canton, Ohio. Originally calling themselves
The Triumphs and The Mascots, they adopted the name The O'Jays in tribute to
local DJ Eddie O'Jay, who helped them. Th...
