Record #:

5587

Author(s):

Sharpe, Bill

Abstract:

The Five Royales of Winston-Salem were nationally famous rhythm and blues artists in the 1950s and 1960s. Their style influenced many others in the field, including James Brown. The group received a 1992 North Carolina Folk Heritage Award for their work.

Source:

North Carolina Folklore Journal (NoCar GR 110 N8 N6), Vol. 44 Issue 1 & 2, 1997, p59-60 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

African American musicians--Winston-Salem; Blues musicians--Winston-Salem; The Five Royales (Musical group)