William Elliott Whitmore with The O'Jays, The Whispers, and more

The O'Jays, formed by Eddie Levert and Walter Williams in Canton, Ohio, became legends with hits like "Love Train." Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, they won BET's Lifetime Achievement Award and have 10 #1 hits.

R&B legends, The Whispers, known for hits like "Rock Steady" and "And the Beat Goes On," boast 50+ years of soulful music with 33 top 100 hits and no lineup change since 1973.

Frankie Beverly, born in Philadelphia, pioneered Maze featuring Frankie Beverly, an influential R&B band known for its soulful sound and live shows. Inspired by Marvin Gaye, Beverly crafted hits like "Happy Feelin's" and "Back in Stride." Maze, popular in the '70s and '80s, earned several gold albums despite limited pop hits. Beverly's bands evolved from Philadelphia's Raw Soul to Maze in the San Francisco Bay Area, with Marvin Gaye facilitating their Capitol Records contract. Despite few '90s hits, Maze's live performances maintained a loyal fan base. Beverly passed away on September 10, 2024.