Walter Scott is the twin brother of Wallace Scott. He was born in the month of September 23, 1943, in Fort Worth, Texas, US. He was the vocalist as well as the main founding member of the famous American R&B as well as soul group, The Whispers. However, to know more about the Walter and Wallace Scott biography, keep reading.
Walter and Wallace Scott: Their Early Life
There is very limited information about Walter and Wallace Scott early life. They were both twin brothers. Both of them took birth in Fort Worth, Texas. Also, both of these twin brothers were the founding members of the group The Whispers.
A quick glance about the Whispers
The Whispers are known to be an American R&B musical group. This group is from Los Angeles, California, and had many hits in the late 1960s. The band has achieved a lot of things. It was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2003. Also, they got the Rhythm and Blue Fountain’s Pioneer Award. The band got the most popular votes and was inducted into the Soul Music Hall of Fame in 2012, along with the R&B Music Hall of Fame in 2014.
Wallace Scott: His career
Walter and Wallace Scott founded the Whispers group in 1964 in Watts, California. The Whispers members involved both the brother as well as Nicholas Caldwell, Gordy Harmon, as well as Marcus Hutson.
In 1966, after being invited to the San Francisco Bay Area, the band relocated itself and started developing their reputation as a live act. In 1969, after being discharged from the Vietnam War, Walter came back to the group.
However, during an accident, Harmon injured his larynx and was replaced by Leaveil Degree in 1973.
The success of the Whispers
During the 1970s and 1980s, the Whispers scored many hits. The group got to number one on the Hot Dance Club Play Chart in 1979 and 1980, along with songs like Out the Box, And the Beat Goes On, etc. In 1987, the group enjoyed its place in the top 10. This was when ‘Rock Steady’ got its top 10 success on the 100 and reached number 7 along with number one place on the R&B chart.
After some singles on the Los Angeles label, the group got signed to the LA label, Soul Clock. This was run by Ron Carson, and during this time the group gave a hit, ‘Seems like I Got to Do Wrong’.
Later, the group got to the New York-based Janus label, where Carson continued producing. However, the successful period of the Whispers was in the 1980s with the Solar Records. Later, the group established its own production company called Satin Tie Productions. With this label, they released an album ‘For Your Ears Only’ in 2006.
The ups and downs in the group
In 1992, Marcus Hutson decided to leave the group because of prostate cancer. In 2000, he died, and the group vowed to never replace him. This is how the Whispers decided to perform as a quartet.
Later in 1993, Jerry McNeil left the group. However, in 2014, the group was inducted into the Official R&B Music Hall of Fame.
The Philadelphia soul songwriter team, with members Allan Felder, Bunny, Ronnie, as well as Norman Harris, gave many songs to the Whispers, like A Mother for My Children, Bingo, etc.
In 2016, Nicholas Caldwell died of congestive heart failure.
Wallace Scott and the other members of the group
Currently, the members involved in the group are:
- Wallace Scott twin brothers from 1964 until now.
- Leaveil Degree from 1973 until now.
Former members and music directors of the group
The former members of the Whispers involved:
- Marcus Hutson, from 1964 to 1992
- Gordy Harmon, from 1964 to 1973
- Nicholas Caldwell from 1964 to 2016
The former music directors and supporting musicians of the group involved:
- Grady ‘G’ Wilkins Junior was the musician, writer, vocalist, keyboardist, as well as music director of the group. Also, he was the producer.
- Fulton L. Tashombe, who was a musician, vocalist, composer, music educator, actor, musical director, etc.
- Richard Aguan at drums
- Emilio Conesa at guitar
- Jamie Brewer at bass
- John Valentino at saxophone
- Magic Mendez at keyboards, bass, and background vocals, etc.
The Whispers and Their Awards and Achievements
- The Whispers attained a lot of fame and admiration for their impeccable work in the music industry. The Whispers was honoured and inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2003.
- The critically acclaimed R&B musical group also garnered the prestigious title of the Rhythm and Blues Foundation’s notable Pioneer Award back in 2008.
Final Wrap
The Whispers, featuring the Scotty Brothers, gave multiple R&B hits to the music industry and received a lot of fame. Their exceptional piece of work is still being recognized and inspiring many aspiring artists. The iconic musical group also raised their voice against racial discrimination recently and released the song Unityto spread harmony and peace. The legendary band’s beats are still making everyone dance.
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