Great Soul Groups of the 60s

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1. This San Francisco group was unique, multiracial, with male and female musicians. They broke new ground with hits like "Hot Fun in the Summertime" and "Everyday People". Name them. Archie Bell and the Drells Earth, Wind and Fire War Sly and the Family Stone

2. This group performed together from the early 60s. They were a Motown act, probably the original "boy band", that are still so popular with young girls. Their earliest hits included "ABC" and "The Love You Save." The lead singer went on to tremendous success as a solo act. Name the group. Isley Brothers The Chambers Brothers DeBarge Jackson Five

3. They were one of the best and most successful Motown girl groups. Their best-known songs included "Dancing in the Street" and "Heat Wave". They went through several incarnations and line-up changes throughout the years, before breaking up in 1972. Name this wonderful girl group. The Dixie Cups Martha and the Vandellas The Shangri-Las The Angels

4. Their first number one recording was the 1960 hit "Shop Around", and their signature song was "Ooo Baby Baby". This Motown act consisted of a charismatic lead singer, and four backup singers, one of them a woman. Who were they? Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes Smokey Robinson and the Miracles The Crusaders Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers

5. This was the premiere girl group, the absolute queens. The lead singer was a diva with charisma to spare. Their list of hits is a long one-"Where Did Our Love Go?", "Baby Love" and "Come See About Me" were among their first hits. Name the group. Supremes Marvelettes Ronettes Shirelles

6. This band is one of my favorites. Their sound consisted of the leader's sax, along with drums, guitar and keyboard. Their signature song was "Shotgun", followed by several other hits, including the wonderful "What Does It Take (To Win Your Love)?". Who were they? The Bar-Kays Booker T. and the MG's Junior Walker and the All-Stars Kool and the Gang

7. This soul act consisted of two men with southern and gospel roots. They are probably best known for their great song "Hold On! I'm Comin'" recorded in 1966, and for their fantastic live performances. Name this duo. Jimmy and David Ruffin Sam and Dave Holland-Dozier Hall and Oates

8. Does "I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)" ring a bell? They were a quartet-Levi Stubbs, Abdul "Duke" Fakir, Renaldo "Obie" Benson, and Lawrence Payton. Can you name the group? The Pretenders Four Tops The Platters The Bar-Kays

9. This group consisted of a great lead vocalist and three backup singers. They became a big success after joining up with Berry Gordy at Motown Records in the late 60s. One of their best: "Midnight Train to Georgia", from 1973. Name this fine group. Gladys Knight and the Pips Bob B. Soxx and the Blue Jeans Regina and the Redheads Rosie and the Originals

10. This great group was among the most influential in the soul/R and B genre. They came from Detroit, Michigan, as did so many other artists of that time. They were famous for their slick dance moves and fine suits, as well as for their distinct sound. Their first number one hit was "My Girl". Name this popular group. The Temptations The Spinners The Commodores Atlantic Starr