His early success came while singing with Art Garfunkel as the famous duo Simon and Garfunkel. "Hemispheres" at number 47 and "A Farewell to Kings" at number 33. Image source: Billboard, page 1, 29 July 1972, After many years performing in various bands, Northern Irish singer-songwriter Van Morrison began his solo career in 1967 with his hit single "Brown Eyed Girl.". Singers of English descent have proved their mettle through their rendition of songs belonging to different genres such as Blues, Rock and Jazz. Image source: Jean-Luc Ourlin. In 1973 their album “Brothers and Sisters” made it to number 1. The group is best known for their pop-rock and psychedelic sound. A treasure of music just in time for the holidays! AC/DC are an Australian rock band formed in 1973 by brothers Angus and Malcolm Young. The lead members included Gladys Knight, Merald Knight, William Guest, and Edward Patten. Heart is an American rock band with sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson being the only long-standing members. AC/DC has won one Grammy Award out of seven nominations. From 1970 to 1979, Grateful Dead released 11 albums, of which 3 albums made it into the top 20 on the Billboard 200. Sir Elton John has sold more than 300 million records, making him one of the best-selling musicians internationally, ever. Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young released 7 singles during the 1970s, four of them making it into the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. They went on to release another 4 albums during the 1970s, all making it into the top 40 in the Billboard 200, with 2 of their records making it into the top 10, “Nuthin Fancy” at number 9 and “Street Survivors” at number 5. It has traveled to more than sixty countries, performed in every state in the U.S., released over 100 recordings, and inspired the formation internationally of numerous similar singing … Picking the 100 best female singers of the '50s, '60s, and '70s is a challenge -- but the good news is that women have contributed so much to popular music. Mayfield has also been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame twice. Solo artist, Patricia Lee Smith, is a multi-talented American singer-songwriter, musician, poet, and author. In 1994, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in 1998 became Sir Elton John after being knighted by Queen Elizabeth II. During the 1970s, The Eagles won four of their six Grammy Nominations. Sadly none of his 1970s album releases made it to number 1 in the US Billboard 200 album charts, however, Brown did get a number 1 in the Billboard R&B album charts with The Payback released in 1973. The groups most significant success came in the late ’60s and early ’70s. Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes released 19 singles during the 70s with two top 10s on the Billboard Hot 100. During the 1970s, Jim Croce released twelve singles, five making it into the top 10 in the Billboard Hot 100. Journey released their self-titled debut album in 1975, followed by another 4 studio albums during the 1970s. "Bad, Bad Leroy Brown" and "Time in a Bottle" both went to number 1. Genres: Rock, experimental, glam rock, art rock, noise rock, Promo picture of Lou Reed January 1977 Between 1970 and 1979, Joel released 6 studio albums with "The Stranger," reaching number 2 on the Billboard 200 in 1977 while "52nd Street," made the number 1 spot in 1978. Between 1970 and 1979 George Harrison released 6 studio albums, all making it into the top 20 of the Billboard 200. Jackson Browne is an American singer-songwriter. He has published 8 books comprising of drawings and paintings. Formerly known as Barry Eugene Carter, Barry White was a multi-talented American singer-songwriter, musician, composer, and record producer. After 45 years as a group, Barry and Robin decided to retire the band following Maurice Gibbs death in 2003. "New and Improved" peaked at number 9 and "Pick of the Litter" at number 8. Image source: Erik Calonius. His first number 1 single on the US Billboard Hot 100 was “Whatever Gets You thru the Night” (1974). Genres: Latin rock, blues rock, psychedelic rock, acid rock, Chicano rock, jazz fusion. "[1], Celebratory reunion concerts have been held in 1979 (Swing Auditorium), 1986 (Anaheim Convention Center), 2001 (Ontario Convention Center), and 2005 (Crystal Cathedral). The band was nominated for two Grammy Awards during the 70s but failed to win. Yes released eight studio albums between 1970 and1979. Genres: Rock, folk rock, hard rock, country rock, Neil Young promo image from 1970s Van Halen released 8 singles during the 1970s, two of which broke into the US Top 40. Genres: Hard rock, heavy metal, shock rock, glam metal, Gene Simmons and Ace Frehley of KISS performing live in New Haven during the Alive II Tour 1978 Four of these "MacArthur Park," "Hot Stuff", "Bad Girls," and "No More Tears (Enough is Enough)," went to number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Grand Funk Railroad released 20 singles during the 1970s with 4 top 5 hits on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2003 The Clash was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. During the 1970s, Elton John released a total of 12 studio albums (this excludes compilations, soundtracks, etc), six of which made it to number 1 in the Billboard 200 Album chart. In the early 1970s, Stewart established his solo career while also performing with the 70s band The Faces. Three of their albums reached the top 5 in the Billboard 200 with "Fragile" going all the way to number 1. During their career, they have won 2 American Music Awards and 5 Grammy Awards. Between 1970 and 1979, Queen released a total of seven studio albums. Linda Ronstadt released 8 studio albums between 1970 and 1979. The band wasn’t nominated for any Grammy Awards during the 70s but were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1990. Five tracks released during the 70s went to number 1 in the US Top 40. Bob Marley in concert in 1980, Zürich, Switzerland "Reason to Believe" Tonight's the Night (Gonna Be Alright)" and, "Da Ya Think I'm Sexy" were all US Top 40 number 1s. Between 1970-1979 Bob Marley and the Wailers released 10 studio albums with “Rastaman Vibration” reaching number 8 in the Billboard 200. The cause of death was asphyxiation from vomit after a heavy night of drinking the night before. Six of which made it into the top 10 of the Billboard 200. Image source: White House Government Archives. Aretha Franklin is the most charted female in history. The style: A variety of styles of Christian music including praise and worship, contemporary, southern gospel, accapella, and even some songs with a latin groove. "The Joker" and "Rock’n Me," making it all the way to number 1 on the US Top 40. Woman,” making it to number 9 on the Billboard 200 and “Morrison Hotel” peaking number 4. Billy Joel was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1992, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999, and the Long Island Music Hall of Fame in 2006. During the 70s, James Taylor released 21 singles. The Beach Boys won the Merit Award at the American Music Awards in 1988 and were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in the same year. Eight of his 24 studio singles made it into the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100. They released a further 7 studio albums during the 1970s with 3 top 10s and "Cornerstone," making it to number 2. The group released another 3 studio albums during the 70s with "Little Queen," reaching number 9 and both "Magazine" and "Dog and Butterfly," peaking at number 17. Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes released a further 5 studio albums during the 1970s. Although the band only released two albums during the 70s, both achieved great success. In 2016 he was knighted by Queen Elizabeth. The band won a Grammy Award in 2013 and a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2001 and have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame 5 times. The last 5 studio albums released as a band all made it into the top 40 in the Billboard 200, with “School’s Out” making it to number 2 and “Billion Dollar Babies” making it all the way to number 1. Bob Seger was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. The group enjoyed significant success in the 1970s, selling over 7 million albums in that decade alone. Their most significant chart success during the 70s coming from the 1977 single "Closer to the Heart," which peaked at 76. Image source: Carl Lender. After I listened to the LP at my first time, I called the christian store where I bought it and asked them to reserve all the LPs they had. Barry White has been nominated for 11 and won 2 Grammy Awards. The Guess Who were inducted into the Canadian Hall of Fame in 1984. Journey was formed in San Francisco in 1973 by former members of the bands Santana and Frumious Bandersnatch. The band released 6 singles between 1976 and 1979 with "More Than a Feeling," making it to number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and "Don't Look Back," peaking at 4. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998. Heart released their debut album "Dreamboat Annie" in 1975, which went to number 7 on the Billboard 200. Audio CD $9.99 $ 9. Between 1970-1979 they released 9 studio albums, with their 1975 album entitled "That's the Way of the World" making it to number 1 on the Billboard 200. After splitting with Garfunkel in 1970, Paul Simon began his solo career. Three Dog Night is an American rock band that initially consisted of Danny Hutton, Cory Well, and Chuck Negron. "American Women" was The Guess Who's most successful album of the 1970s peaking at number 9 on the Billboard 200. During the 1970s, The O'Jays released 37 singles. Formed in 1958, The Bee Gees were a pop music group consisting of brothers Robin, Barry and Maurice Gibb. In 1970 he left the rock band The Velvet Underground to pursue his solo career. Osbourne was dismissed from the band in 1979 and replaced by former Rainbow vocalist, Ronnie James Dio. Electric Light Orchestra released another 7 albums during the 1970s, with 4 albums making it into the top 10 in the Billboard 200. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice, first with his former group The Impressions and again as a solo artist. Sadly, this was shortly after the death of Joe Strummer. Boston has only been nominated for 1 Grammy but did not win. Jim Croce was an American singer-songwriter who, with music partner Maury Muehleisen, signed to ABC Records in 1972. During the 1970s, Kansas released 12 singles. Joining Eugene Record as the original members were, Robert Lester and Clarence Johnson. In 1972 they signed with Philadelphia International Records, where they enjoyed great success. 1970 | 1971 | 1972 | 1973 | 1974 | 1975 | 1976 | 1977 | 1978 | 1979, Barry White in Amsterdam February 1974 Marvin Gaye was nominated for six Grammy awards during the 1970s but unfortunately didn’t manage a win. Little Flowers: 10. Jim Croce circa 1968 Eric Clapton has won 3 American Music Awards,17 Grammy Awards, and 1 Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Image source: Wikipedia Creative Commons. The Isley Brothers are an American musical group. However, only two of their singles made it into the US Top 40. Initially, the group was called The Steve Miller Blues Band but was later shortened to Steve Miller Band. Patti Smith was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2007. Genres: Hard rock, arena rock, pop rock, soft rock, Foreigner - Double Vision record cover 1978. The Kinks 1970 single "Lola" was the only single of the decade to make it into the top 10 at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. The band released 2 studio albums during the 1970s. Genres: Rock, pop, blue-eyed soul, blues rock, folk rock, Rod Stewart, Norway November 1976 "Lucky Man" was achieved the greatest chart success during this period peaking at 48 on the Billboard Hot 100. Some of the Earth, Wind, and Fire's most notable achievements have been winning 5 American Music Awards, and 7 Grammy Award as well as being honored with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Sadly, Freddie past away in 1991 after losing his battle with AIDS. "Can't Get Enough" being his most successful album of the 70s going all the way to number 1 in the Billboard 200. Sadly, both Berry Oakley and the founding member Duane Allman died in separate motorcycle accidents. In 2013 AC/DC were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for their album "Back in Black.". From 1970 to 1974 Sly and the Family Stone released 8 singles with "Family Affair," reaching number 1 on the US Top 40. Image source: NBC Television. Smith released another 3 studio albums during the 1970s with 2 albums making it into the top 20 in the Billboard 200. Sadly a plane crash in 1977 killed three of the band members, Ronnie Van Zant, Steve Gaines, and backup singer Cassie Gaines. Donna Summer's music had a considerable influence on the 1970's disco boom. Steely Dan released 16 singles during the 1970s. Bob Marley did not feature in the US Top 40 between 1970 and 1979. "McCartney" (1970), was a US number 1 hit. Home page of Heritage Singers, from Placerville. Their debut album entitled “Pronounced ‘Leh-’nerd ‘Skin-’nerd” came in 1973 and made it to number 27 in the Billboard 200. "Do You Feel Like We Do" at number 10, "Show Me the Way" at number 6, and "I'm in You" at number 2. Since 1972, Bruce Springsteen has played alongside The E Street Band. During this time they enjoyed great success with 16 of their singles reaching the top 40 of the Hot 100, the most successful being “ABC,” “The Love You Save” and “I’ll Be There” all reaching number 1. Sir Paul McCartney is a two-time inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (as a member of the Beatles in 1988, and as a solo artist in 1999). Image source: Netherlands National Archive. Image source: Wikipedia Creative Commons. Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes - The Love I Lost record cover 1973. Genres: Progressive rock, hard rock, blues rock, folk rock, jazz, Jethro Tull performing in Hamburg, Germany 1973 The band is widely regarded as one of the most influential rock bands of the 20th century. Peter Frampton Wind of Change record cover 1972, Peter Frampton is an English rock musician. The Allman Brothers Band was an American rock band featuring Duane Allman and Greg Allman, Dickey Betts, Berry Oakley, Butch Trucks, and Jai Johanny Johanson. During this decade, Black people made great strides in politics, academe as well as business. The Heritage Singers are an American Christian gospel singing group which was founded in 1971 by Max and Lucy Mace. In particular, for punk and punk rock music. Jesus Is the Lighthouse: 9. The band released 13 singles during the 1970s, 9 of which made it into the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100. With this line-up came two US chart-topping albums “Fleetwood Mac” in 1975 and “Rumours” in 1977, which also produced four US Top 10 singles. Six singles made it to number 1 in the US Top 40 between 1970 and 1979. Includes one song from pianist Bob Silverman's solo LP, Souvenir album (same content as "Faith to the People" but different cover art), Accompanied by The Sunshine Singers (kids), Chapel Records Catalog No. They released a further 4 albums during the 70s, all of which ranked in the top 20 of the Billboard 200. Their following album in 1977 "Love Gun made it to number 4 in the Billboard 200 and "Dynasty" reaching number 9 in 1979. Seger has sold over 50 million albums and received two gold, four platinum, and seven multi-platinum certificates. Steve Miller Band released 14 singles between 1970 and 1979. Sex Pistols perform in Paradiso, Amsterdam, January 1977 Image source: Wikipedia Creative Commons. Image source: Wikipedia Creative Commons. Santana has won 10 Grammy Awards out of 14 nominations, with 6 of their wins coming on the same night. The 1970s saw the emergence of hard rock as one of the most prominent subgenres of rock music.During the first half of the decade, British acts such as Deep Purple, Led Zeppelin, Uriah Heep, Black Sabbath were at the height of their international fame, particularly in the United States. Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young was an American folk-rock band. Joni Mitchell has won 8 Grammy Awards as well as a Lifetime Achievement award in 2002. Billy Joel performing in the Netherlands September 13, 1972 The Doors, consisting of Jim Morrison, Ray Manzarek, Robby Krieger, and John Densmore, was an American rock band formed in 1965. Young has won 3 Grammy Awards. During the 70s, Journey released 9 singles. The band released a further 5 studio albums during the 1970s, of which two made it into the top 5 in the Billboard 200. Six of their albums made it into the top 10 of the Billboard 200. I Just Feel Like Something Good Is About to Happen: 8. "Easter" at number 20 and "Wave" at number 18. Rufus was an American funk band from Chicago, which formed the building blocks for Chaka Khan's illustrious musical career. David Robert Jones, better known as David Bowie, was a hugely influential English singer/songwriter. The Staple Singers were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1999. AC/DC has sold over 200 million albums worldwide, making them one of the best selling bands of all time. The Sex Pistols released 9 singles during the 1970s. Peter Frampton released another 5 albums during the 1970s. Between 1974-1979 Alice Cooper released 4 studio albums. His electrifying stage performance made Queen one of the best bands to see live during the 70s and 80s. Steely Dan's 1972 debut studio album, "Can't Buy a Thrill," made it to number 17 in the Billboard 200. The group has sold an estimated 48 million Records worldwide. 1970 | 1971 | 1972 | 1973 | 1974 | 1975 | 1976 | 1977 | 1978, Genres: Folk rock, country rock, soft rock, Crosby Stills Nash and Young on stage 1970 During 1973-1979 Bruce Springsteen released 10 singles. Image source: ARVO. Twelve singles made it the top 50 on the Billboard Hot 100, six making it onto the top 10 and "Love Train" going all the way to number 1. Bad Company - Feel Like Makin' Love record cover. During their year together, Derek and the Dominos released a single studio album called “Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs” which didn’t achieve much success. Image source: Jim Summaria. Join the Top 40 Weekly Newsletter for Fresh Music Content Sent Directly To Your Inbox! In 1972 Commodores signed with Motown Records and in 1974 released their debut album "Machine Gun.". Creedence Clearwater Revival was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. Sadly, the group was only together for four years, from 1968 to 1972. The band's debut single "Spill the Wine" peaked at number 3, and "The Cisco Kid," reached the number 2 spot. Genres: Rock, R&B, folk, blues, soul, Celtic, jazz, soft rock, country, gospel, Americana, Promo picture of Van Morrison for Billboard July 29, 1972 The Doors released 9 singles during the 70s with two songs making it into the US Top 40. Our 45th Anniversary Reunion Concert DVD is now available! Image source: Casablanca Records via Wikipedia Creative Commons. Image source: Wikipedia Creative Commons. The band's debut album came out in 1970 with "Eric Burdon Declares' War'," which reached number 18 in the Billboard 200. In 2004 Jackson Browne was awarded an honorary doctorate of music, and in the same year, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Allman Brothers Band released 10 singles during the 1970s; however, only two songs made it into the US Top 40, with “Crazy Love” peaking at 29 and “Ramblin’ Man” at number 2. In 1974, George Harrison won a Grammy Award for Best Album of the Year and again in 2004 for Best Pop Instrumental Performance. 1970 | 1971 | 1972 | 1973 | 1974 | 1975 | 1976 | 1978, Genres: Blues rock, boogie rock, hard rock, Southern rock, ZZ Top circa 1976 Genres: Hard rock, heavy metal, shock rock, glam rock, Vincent Damon Furnier of Alice Cooper circa 1972 During the 1970’s they released 12 albums, 5 of which made it to number 1 in the Billboard 200. 1971 | 1972 | 1973 | 1974 | 1975 | 1976 | 1978 | 1979, Genres: Rock, country, rock, soft rock, folk rock, Eagles Best of My Love single cover - Released 1974. Starting out, Styx was progressive rock but later moved towards pop rock and soft rock sound. Genres:Folk, blues, rock, gospel, country, traditional pop, vocal jazz, Bob Dylan and The Band touring in Chicago, 1974 The Allman Brothers Band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. In 1994 Bob Marley was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and in 2001 was awarded a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. Between 1970-1979 Al Green released 11 albums, 7 of which made it into the top 40 in the Billboard 200, with his 1972 album “I’m Still in Love with You” making it to number 4. Image source: Wikipedia Creative Commons. Taylor first signed with Apple Records, where he released his self-titled debut album before moving to Warner Bros. Records in 1970. The groups 1972 single "I'll Take You There" and 1975 single "Let's Do it Again" both went to number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Morrisons 1999 album "Astral Weeks" as well as his 2007 single "Brown Eyed Girl" were inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. They released another 2 albums during the 70s, both making it into the top 5 in the Billboard 200. Doobie Brothers are an American rock band whose career has spanned five decades, with album sales exceeding over 40 million. His 1971 single "You've Got a Friend" went to number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. After his success as a guitarist and singer with the Beatles, McCartney pursued a solo career in 1970. Sadly none of his early singles made it into the top 20 in the Billboard Hot 100. Genres: Rock, hard rock, rock and roll, pop rock, psychedelic rock, acid rock, blues rock, Bob Seger circa 1977 During 1970-1979 Neil Young released 9 studio albums with 4 of them reaching the top 10 in the Billboard 200 and his 1972 album “Harvest,” making it all the way to number 1. In 1976 they received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He is the pioneer of rockabilly, a mix between country music and rhythm and blues. "Pretzel Logic" went to number 8, and "Aja" peaked at number 3. I Got Jesus Right Here in My Heart: 7. ", Grand Funk Railroad - We're An American Band record cover. Stewart released eight studio albums during 1970-1979, six of them making it into the top 10 on the Billboard 200. [7] In 1974 the Heritage Singers collaborated with Ron Huff, who arranged their first albums with full orchestration. The Guess Who is a Canadian rock band, formed in Winnipeg 1965. Jethro Tull is a British rock band. During the 1970s, the band released six studio albums, three making it into the top 5 on the Billboard 200 with "The Joker" and "Book of Dreams," reaching number 2. Image source: Columbia Records via Wikipedia Creative Commnons. "Feel Like Makin' Love" peaked at number 10 while "Can't Get Enough" went to number 5. James Taylor was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. Franklin released 10 studio albums between 1970 and 1979, all of which made it into the US Billboard 200, although none made it to number 1. Paul Simon released 17 singles between 1970 and 1979. Bachman-Turner Overdrive released 14 singles during the 1970s. The Heritage Singers USA* with The Sunshine Singers: The Heritage Singers USA* with The Sunshine Singers - Step Into The Sunshine 2 versions : Chapel: S5228, S-5528: US: 1973: Sell This Version: 2 versions Heritage Singers song lyrics collection. The album remained at number one on the American albums chart for 31 weeks and won an American Music Award and a Grammy in 1978. During the 1970s, Rod Stewart released 32 singles, 14 of which made the top 50 on the Billboard Hot 100. The band's debut album was released in 1974 and simply entitled "Kiss." Between 1970 and 1979, the band had 3 tracks made it to number 1 in the US Top 40. Genres: Pop, R&B, soul, disco, funk, bubblegum pop, The Jackson 5 promo picture - circa 1977 The Staple Singers had 8 charted albums and 20 charted singles during the 1970s. Their 1979 album “Spirits Having Flown” making it all the way to number 1. He went on to release 5 more studio albums during the 70s, two of which reached number 1 on the US Billboard 200; “Imagine” in 1971 and “Walls and Bridges” in 1974. "It Ain't Easy" and "Harmony" reaching number 8 and "Seven Separate Fools," making it to number 6. 1971 | 1972 | 1973 | 1974 | 1975 | 1976 | 1977, Genres: Rock, heartland rock, folk rock, rock 'n roll, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band circa 1977 A classic song from Heritage Singers performed in 1976 featuring Max Mace, Perry Mace, Jim McDonald. Three Dog Night released 18 singles during the 1970s, 15 of which made it into the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2014 Chicago was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2016. "Highway to Hell" is the only single feature on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 47. 1971 single "Just My Imagination ( Running Away With Me)" and 1972 single "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone" both made it all the way to number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. In 2011, the original Alice Cooper band were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Eagles are a 5-piece American rock band formed in Los Angeles 1971. Earth, Wind, and Fire is an American band founded in 1969 by Maurice White. During the 1970s, Jackson Browne released 11 singles. Neither album featured in the Billboard 200. Three of their 1970s albums made it to number 1 in the US Billboard 200 album charts. After making a few changes to the lineup, the group finally settled with long-time members Mike Pinder, Ray Thomas, Denny Laine, Graeme Edge, and Clint Warwick. Aerosmith is an American rock band from Boston who enjoyed great success in the 70s with gold and platinum-selling albums. George Harrison with a fan outside the Hilton Hotel Amsterdam February 1977 Genres: Doo-wop, rock and roll, R&B, soul, rock, funk, gospel, The Isley Brothers 3+3 album cover from 1973 Kansas is an American rock band formed in 1970 in Topeka. Two albums made it to number 1 in the UK’s Official Album Charts but never got higher than number 3 on the US Billboard 200 album charts. Image source: Netherlands National Archive. In 1971 the band released their debut album, "The Electric Light Orchestra.". Genres: Progressive rock, art rock, psychedelic rock, pop rock, symphonic rock, R&B, The Moody Blues arrive at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport, in the Netherlands, October 1970 In 1973, Barry White released his debut studio album with "I've Got so Much to Give," which went to number 16 in the Billboard 200 and number 1 in the US Top R&B Charts. The Spinners released eleven albums during the 1970s, two of which made it into the top 10 of the Billboard 200. Between 1970 and 1976, The Temptations released 11 studio albums with Motown Records, 7 of which made it into the top 20 on Billboard 200. The only other current members Charlie Watts (drums) joined the band during 1963 and Ronnie Wood (guitar) joined in 1975. Commodores have received 9 Grammy Nominations and have won once in 1986 for Best Rhythm & Blues Vocal Performance – Duo, Group Or Chorus. God's Wonderful People: 5. They were initially called ‘My Backyard’ and eventually settled on ‘Lynyrd Skynyrd’ in 1969, five years after forming. His 1970 debut solo album entitled “Curtis” reached number 19 in the Billboard 200 and his 1972 soundtrack album “Super Fly” going all the way to number 1. Image source: Carl Lender. They have also won 4 Grammy Awards as well as receiving a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013. 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