The Platters were an R&B group formed in Los Angeles, California. The original lineup consisted of the amazing voice of Tony Williams on lead vocals, David Lynch (tenor), Paul Robi (baritone), Herb Reed (bass), and Zola Taylor. They initially recorded for Federal Records but really only met with success once they moved over to Mercury Records.
As
the #1 vocal group of the 1950s, they had 70 songs hit the Billboard
charts between 1955 and 1967, including 7 Top Ten hits and 5 Gold
Records. With so many songs, it was difficult to select just two of them
for this week's Voice Your Choice, but I did.
This week on Treasure Island Oldies, Voice Your Choice features The Platters with just two of their many hit records. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page for either Harbor Lights or I'm Sorry. I'll play the winner in the 3rd hour of next week's show.
