The Chantels

About

The Chantels was the first black female group to have nationwide success. The group was established in the early 1950's at St. Anthony of Padua school in the Bronx. The group consisted of Arlene Smith (lead), Sonia Goring, Rene Minus, Jackie Landry Jackson and Lois Harris. They got their name from a rival school, St. Frances de Chantal. They were discovered by Richard Barrett, lead singer of the Valentines and eventually signed to End Records. Their first single was "He's Gone" (Pop #71) in August 1957.

Top Tracks

1. 1

   Maybe

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2. 2

   Look in My Eyes

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3. 3

   Sure of Love

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4. 4

   I Love You So

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5. 5

   He's Gone

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6. 6

   The Plea

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7. 7

   Every Night (I Pray)

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8. 8

   Look into My Eyes

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9. 9

   So Real

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