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The Top NotesThe Top Notes The Top Notes American rhythm and blues vocal group The Top Notes were an American R&B vocal group, centered around the singers Derek Martin and Howard Guyton. They released a number of singles in the early 1960s, among which was the first recording of "Twist and Shout", which was a hit when recorded by the Isley Brothers and later by the Beatles. Quick facts Background information, Origin ... The Top Notes Derek Martin and Howard Guyton, while members of "The Pearls" (1956) Background information Origin Detroit, Michigan New York City Genres Rhythm and blues, doo-wop Years active 1960–1963 Labels Atlantic (1960–61) Festival (1962) ABC-Paramount (1963) Past members Derek Martin Howard Guyton George Torrence Jr. Roy Johnny Barbara… (Source: Wikipedia)
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