![]() ![]() ![]() The group's lineup has changed frequently since the departures of Kendricks and Paul Williams from the act in 1971. Ruffin was replaced in 1968 by Dennis Edwards, with whom the group continued to record hit records such as "Cloud Nine" (1968), " I Can't Get Next to You" (1969), and " Ball of Confusion (That's What the World Is Today)" (1970). In 1964, Bryant was replaced by David Ruffin, who was the lead vocalist on a number of the group's biggest hits, including " My Girl" (1964), " Ain't Too Proud to Beg" (1966), and " I Wish It Would Rain" (1967). The founding members came from two rival Detroit vocal groups: Otis Williams, Elbridge "Al" Bryant, and Melvin Franklin of Otis Williams & the Distants, and Eddie Kendricks and Paul Williams of the Primes. įeaturing five male vocalists and dancers (save for brief periods with fewer or more members), the group formed in 1960 in Detroit under the name the Elgins. Having sold tens of millions of albums, the Temptations are among the most successful groups in popular music. The band members are known for their choreography, distinct harmonies, and dress style. The group's work with producer Norman Whitfield, beginning with the Top 10 hit single " Cloud Nine" in October 1968, pioneered psychedelic soul, and was significant in the evolution of R&B and soul music. The Temptations are an American vocal group from Detroit, Michigan, who released a series of successful singles and albums with Motown Records during the 1960s and 1970s. ![]()
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