The Drifters
doo-wop · 1960–1964
Picture a summer night, the air thick with romance and the sweet sound of doo-wop floating through the streets. That’s the magic The Drifters brought to the world, blending rhythm and blues with pop sensibilities since the early ‘50s. Originating in the United States, this legendary vocal group featured talents like Clyde McPhatter, Johnny Terry, and the unforgettable Ben E. King. With smooth harmonies, they gifted us classics like "Save the Last Dance for Me," "Under the Boardwalk," and "Up On the Roof," each one a timeless anthem of love and longing. Over the decades, various iterations of The Drifters have emerged, keeping the spirit alive, but the essence remains rooted in those early days. So, whether you’re dancing under the stars or reminiscing, let their soulful tunes transport you back to simpler times.
The facts
- Formed 1953
- United States
- doo-wop, rhythm and blues, soul
- On Atlantic Records, Warner Music Group
- Members: Clyde McPhatter, Johnny Terry, Johnny Moore, Bill Pinkney, Ben E. King, Rudy Lewis
