The Younghearts
The Younghearts were an American soul/R&B vocal group, originally formed in 1961 at Dorsey High School in Los Angeles, California. The founding members included Bobby Sanders and Charles Ingersoll, who were instrumental in establishing the group's initial sound and identity. Alongside them, the original lineup also featured Ronald Preyer, Earl Carter, and James Moore, contributing to their harmonious vocals and dynamic performances.
In 1967, the group achieved a significant breakthrough with the release of their debut single, “A Little Togetherness,” through Canterbury Records. The single garnered considerable attention and reached the top ten on the US R&B chart in 1968, marking a pivotal moment in their career and solidifying their presence in the music industry
They followed with Sweet Soul Shakin' (1968) on Minit Records, featuring the hit "I've Got Love For My Baby" (R&B #19).
They were known for their distinctive falsetto lead vocals, setting them apart from other groups of the era.
Lineup Changes & Continued Output (Early-Mid 1970s):
New Name: Briefly known as the New Younghearts, they released the in-demand rare soul track "Young Hearts Get Lonely Too".
20th Century Records: As a trio (Ingersoll, Preyer, and sometimes Bobby Solomon/Frank Hayes), they moved to 20th Century Fox, producing the classic "Do You Have The Time" and other popular tracks.
Touring: The Younghearts toured extensively with major soul acts like The Temptations, The Dells, and The Supremes.
Later Years & Legacy:
Final Album: Their 1977 album All About Love on ABC Records marked their final major release, featuring hits like "You're Not Here With Me".
Member Transitions: The group saw further changes, with Bobby Solomon passing away in 1975 and Frank Hayes joining.
Legacy: Despite fading from charts, they remain celebrated for their high-quality, energetic soul, with members like Charles Ingersoll contributing to other major artists' work, notes Soulwalking and Discogs. <div hidden> The Young Hearts</div>
Sweet Soul Shakin’
Written-By – D. Cook, T. Turner
2:25
A2 Girls
Written-By – C. Ingersol, E. Carter, J. Moore, R. Preyer
2:44
A3 Get Yourself Together
Written-By – B. Sanders
2:33
A4 The Beginning Of The End
Written-By – B. Page
3:55
A5 Can't Get Enough
Written-By – B. Sanders, O. K. Menson
2:44
A6 Little Togetherness
Written-By – B. Sanders, J. Moore, W. Douglas
2:40
B1 I've Got Love For My Baby
Written-By – C. Ingersol, E. Carter, J. Moore, R. Preyer
3:30
B2 Misty
Written-By – E. Garner, J. Burke
3:10
B3 Count Down (Here I Come)
Written-By – B. Sanders, J. Flanagan, J. Peters
3:40
B4 Oh, I'll Never Be The Same
Written-By – A. Poree, B. Sanders, C. Scarborough
3:10
B5 I Found A New Love
Written-By – B. Sanders, J. Moore, R. Chestnuts
3:04
B6 Takin' Care Of Business
Written-By – B. Sanders, J. Flanagan
3:10
Label: Minit – LP-24016
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1968
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Sixties Soul
Sweet Soul Shakin' is the 1968 debut album by the R&B vocal group The Young Hearts (also known as The Younghearts). Released on Minit Records, a subsidiary of Liberty Records, the album was produced by Bobby Sanders and is considered a high-quality example of late-1960s soul harmony.
The group was known for a distinct "falsetto-lead" style that differentiated them from many other stand-up vocal groups of the era.
he album features a "bright" and upbeat West Coast sound, distinct from the soul music coming out of Detroit or Memphis at the time.
It was recorded with legendary session musicians, including Carol Kaye (bass), David T. Walker (guitar), and Paul Humphrey (drums).
The album consists of 12 tracks, blending earlier singles with new studio recordings. Notable Tracks:-
"Oh I'll Never Be the Same": A hit single that reached #40 on the R&B charts and #123 on the US Billboard charts.
"Sweet Soul Shakin'": The upbeat title track.
"Girls": A ballad characterized by its prominent harpsichord instrumentation.
"Get Yourself Together" and "Beginning of the End": Tracks previously released as singles that were included to support the album's release.
Original Group Lineup: All four original members contributed lead vocals across the various tracks: Ronald Preyer, Charles Ingersoll, Earl Melvin Carter, James Moore.
The album remains a highly regarded collector's item for fans of the Northern Soul scene and classic R&B harmony. It delivers a truly classic, feel-good soul experience, demonstrating the group's talent and excellent musicianship in a tight, memorable collection of songs.
The Young Hearts