The Spinners
The Spinners is an American vocal group from Detroit, prominent in the 1970s soul and R&B scene.
Known for smooth harmonies and hits like "I'll Be Around" and "Could It Be I'm Falling in Love," they became one of the era's most successful groups.
The definite article distinguishes them from a British folk group also called Spinners.
- MotownDetroit's soulful moniker
- Atlantic RecordsAmerican music label founded 1947
- soulInnermost animating essence
- vinylSynthetic resin plastic
- harmoniesPleasing combined pitches
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