No. 8 Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff
As Motown and Stax Records became slightly less dominant in the 1970s, Gamble and Huff’s distinctively smooth Philly soul became the most recognizable sound in R&B. Penning classics for the O’Jays, Spinners, Patti Labelle, Teddy Pendergrass and more, the duo spear-headed the “quiet storm” era of R&B.
Notable songs: “Love Train,” “Darlin, Darlin, Baby” (The O’Jays), “If You Don’t Know Me By Now” (Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes), “Enjoy Yourself” (The Jacksons)
