Group    From 1964 

Kool and the Gang

Categories: Music / songs

Countries: USA

Jazz, R&B, Disco, Soul and Funk group. Originally formed as the 'Jazziacs' in Jersey City, New Jersey. 'Kool' is the nickname of Robert Bell (one of its founders). The group has included many different members over the years and has sold over seventy million albums worldwide.

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Kool and the Gang

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