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He added singer Sherry Scott and percussionist Yackov Ben Israel, both from Chicago, to the band. He asked his younger brother Verdine to join and on June 6, 1970, Verdine moved from Chicago to LA to become the band's bassist.
After releasing two singles, the band moved from Chicago to Los Angeles, adding singer Sherry Scott, percussionist Yackov Ben Israel, and Maurice's brother Verdine on bass.
Sherry Scott: Vocals. Alexander Thomas: Trombone. Chester Washington: Tenor Saxophone. Don Whitehead: Acoustic & Electric Pianos, Vocals. Maurice White: Vocals, Kalimba, Drums, Percussion. Verdine White: Bass, Percussion, Vocals. Philip Bailey: Vocals, Conga, Percussion. Roland Bautista: Guitar.
Sherry Scott (First female singer with EW&F) at the Grand Ballroom -Chicago. TheRese Aduni. 16 subscribers. Subscribed. 42. 2.3K views 4 years ago. September 20, 2014- Earth, Wind & Fire...
Hailing from the windy city of Chicago, Sherry Scott is the original female vocalist with Earth, Wind and Fire, helping to create a sound and image that influenced not only other groups, but, the industry as well. She composed and sang lead on the groups first hit single, "I Think About Loving You".
Born c. 1948 in Chicago, IL. Served as 1st female vocalist for Earth, Wind & Fire (1970–72); wrote and sang lead vocal for group's 1st major hit "I Think About Loving You"; received Afrique "Bob Marley" Music Award for cultural music growth in greater Chicago (1999); performed concerts for Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs.
Sep 18, 2014 · When the group was organized in 1969, she was one of the original members and the only female member of the band. She returns to Chicago Sept. 21, 2014, for her birthday concert highlighting her...
Feb 5, 2011 · Scott discusses her early history as a singer for Joseph Jarman (the LP "As If It Were The Seasons" 1966 is available on Amazon), Earth Wind & Fire (founding member, 3 LPs "Earth Wind & Fire," "Sweet Sweetback" soundtrack, and "The Need for Love,") and a solo Jazz vocalist.
Feb 5, 2016 · The group scored a local hit with the effervescent party track La La Time but when a follow-up flopped, he took his bandmates to Los Angeles, adding singer Sherry Scott to form the first...
Explore Sherry Scott's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. Learn all about Sherry Scott on AllMusic.
