The Righteous Brothers, comprised of baritone Bill Medley and tenor Bobby Hatfield, were a seminal musical duo who rose to fame in the early 1960s with their emotive, blue-eyed soul performances. Their blending of rock and roll with soulful melodies created a genre all their own, famously dubbed as "blue-eyed soul." Formed in 1962, the duo initially gained attention with their song "Little Latin Lupe Lu," but they soared to the apex of pop music with the release of "You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin'" in 1964. This song not only became a No. 1 hit but also went on to be recorded by a plethora of artists, solidifying its place as a timeless classic.

With Bill Medley's rich, deep vocal range and Bobby Hatfield's passionate tenor, The Righteous Brothers produced a string of hits, including "Unchained Melody" and "Just Once In My Life." Their soaring anthems often featured orchestral accompaniments, creating a sound that was both grand and intimate. Despite a period of separation during the 1970s when the two pursued individual projects, The Righteous Brothers reunited in 1974 and enjoyed a resurgence of popularity, particularly when "Unchained Melody" was prominently featured in the 1990 blockbuster film "Ghost." The duo continued to perform together until Hatfield's death in 2003, after which Medley continued to perform and uphold the group's storied legacy.

Genres

Adult Standards

Brill Building Pop

Folk Rock

Mellow Gold

Motown

Rock-and-roll

Rockabilly

Related Artists

The Everly Brothers

The Drifters

The Platters

The Beach Boys

The Temptations

Elvis Presley

Simon & Garfunkel

The Mamas & The Papas

Roy Orbison

Sam Cooke

Ben E. King

The Ronettes

Latest Release

Turn On Your Love Light (Live On The Ed Sullivan Show, November 7, 1965)

The Righteous Brothers

Single - Released April 2, 2021