From American Songwriter · Gayle Thompson · · 50s
Sibling Bands with Chilling Harmonies
Four sibling bands whose harmonies still give chills today.
In brief
Four sibling bands whose harmonies still give chills today. The Everly Brothers, Bee Gees, Carpenters, and Bellamy Brothers each had iconic sibling harmonies that remain impactful. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
The Everly Brothers
The Everly Brothers, Don and Phil Everly, had hits like 'Bye Bye Love' in 1957 and 'Wake Up Little Susie'.
The Bee Gees
The Bee Gees, Barry, Robin, and Maurice Gibb, released 'New York Mining Disaster 1941' in 1967 and had over 30 years of hits.
The Carpenters
Richard and Karen Carpenter had their first No. 1 hit 'Close To You' in 1970 before Karen's death in 1983.
The Bellamy Brothers
David and Howard Bellamy released 'Let Your Love Flow' in 1976 and have global crossover success.
What it means
The Everly Brothers, Bee Gees, Carpenters, and Bellamy Brothers each had iconic sibling harmonies that remain impactful.
