The Charmaines
Cincinnati's leading female R&B trio of the early 1960s.
The Charmaines were an American female vocal trio active in the 1960s. The NME described them as sassy as The Supremes and The Marvelettes.
Quick Facts
- Also known as
- Gigi and the Charmaines
- Origin
- Cincinnati, Ohio; United States
- Genre
- Rhythm and blues
- soul
- pop
- Years active
- 1960–1974
- Label
- Fraternity Records
- King
- Columbia Records
- Ace Records
- Associated acts
- Lonnie Mack
- Past members
- Gigi Jackson
- Irene Vinegar
- Dee Watkins
- Jerri Jackson
Facts from the source article.
Did You Know?
- Irene Vinegar died on June 20, 2021, at the age of 80.
- Gigi Jackson was born Marian Jackson and later known as Gigi Griffin after marrying her producer Herman Griffin.
- On specific recordings, Dee Watkins was replaced by Gigi's sister, Jerri Jackson.
Career
The Charmaines were regarded as Cincinnati's leading female R&B trio in the early 1960s. They served as a backing unit for many better-known artists on the King label, including Conway Twitty, James Brown, Hawkshaw Hawkins, Little Willie John, Bobby Freeman, and Gary U.S. Bonds. At the end of one of their King recording sessions, fellow Fraternity artist Lonnie Mack recorded his first improvised hit Memphis. The Charmaines later appeared on Lonnie Mack's album Wham of That Memphis Man and on recordings of comedian-singer Jack Larson.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is The Charmaines from?
The Charmaines originated in Cincinnati, Ohio; United States.
What genre of music does The Charmaines play?
The Charmaines's music is classified as Rhythm and blues, soul and pop.
Which record labels has The Charmaines released music on?
The Charmaines has released music on Fraternity Records, King, Columbia Records and Ace Records.
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