Little Anthony & the Imperials

USA, 1957–now

American vocal group led by Anthony Gourdine, whose falsetto lead over doo-wop harmony is heard on 'Tears on My Pillow', 'Goin' Out of My Head' and 'Hurt So Bad'.

MusicRoots documents 2 artists who influenced Little Anthony & the Imperials and 0 artists Little Anthony & the Imperials influenced in turn. Every connection cites a published source.

Who influenced Little Anthony & the Imperials?

• The Drifters — The lush, string-sweetened R&B of the Drifters was a direct model for the Imperials' doo-wop-into-soul sound.
• The Platters — The Platters' romantic lead-tenor ballad style shaped the Imperials' high-voiced harmony.