ARTISTKool & the Gang

Kool & the Gang formed in Jersey City in 1964. Members listed from the group’s early period include Robert “Kool” Bell, Dennis “D.T.” Thomas and George Brown. James “J.T.” Taylor joined in 1978 as lead vocalist; his membership is documented through 1988.

The group’s releases include the self-titled album Kool and the Gang (1969), followed by Good Times and Music Is the Message, both issued in 1972. Wild and Peaceful appeared in 1973, then Light of Worlds in 1974 and Spirit of the Boogie in 1975. Later releases include Still Kool (2007), Perfect Union (2021) and People Just Wanna Have Fun (2023).