The Spinners Apr 2026

They found renewed success with the medley "Working My Way Back to You/Forgive Me, Girl" in 1979. Musical Style and Influence

Their first major hit was "That's What Girls Are Made For" (1961), but their biggest Motown success came with the Stevie Wonder-produced "It's A Shame" in 1970.

The Spinners, often known as the , are a legendary American R&B vocal group that became one of the most successful acts of the 1970s "Philly Soul" era. Their career spanned several decades and record labels, most notably Motown and Atlantic Records. The Original Lineup The Spinners

Formed in Ferndale, Michigan, the group's founding members included: (Bass) Billy Henderson Henry Fambrough Bobby Smith

In 1972, they moved to Atlantic Records and began working with producer Thom Bell . This period defined their legacy with a string of hits: They found renewed success with the medley "Working

A #1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100 featuring Dionne Warwick .

(replaced by C.P. Spencer , and later Philippé Wynne ) Musical Milestones Their career spanned several decades and record labels,

Led by Bobby Smith , this became one of their signature tracks.