Florence Ballard

Florence Ballard

bvoc, voc, 1943-1976 US, Detroit
Singer / Musician of R&B/Soul and Pop
A.k.a. Florence Glenda Ballard

American vocalist best known as one of the founding members of The Supremes, and its predecessor The Primettes, being in the former group through the first seven years of the group's 18-year history. She then attempted a brief solo career on and off over the next decade, though after little success, decided to concentrate on her family life, before her sudden untimely death of coronary thrombosis. Born June 30, 1943, Detroit; died February 22, 1976, Detroit (aged 32).

Instruments

Backing Vocals
Vocals

Genres

R&B/Soul
Pop
Rock

Plays With

The Marvelettes

The Primettes

The Supremes

Popular Tracks

Walk on By on Masters of Soul: George Kerr - Singles & Rarities, Vol. 1 by Various Artists

Everything Wonderful on Masters of Soul: George Kerr - Singles & Rarities, Vol. 1 by Various Artists

It Doesn't Matter How You Say It on Masters of Soul: George Kerr - Singles & Rarities, Vol. 1 by Various Artists

Yesterday on Masters of Soul: George Kerr - Singles & Rarities, Vol. 1 by Various Artists

You Bring out the Sweetness in Me on Masters of Soul: George Kerr - Singles & Rarities, Vol. 1 by Various Artists

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Band Members

Discography

Title	Artist	Year	Type
The Supreme Florence Ballard	Florence Ballard	2001	Compil.
It Doesn't Matter How I Say It (It's What I Say That Matters)	Florence Ballard	1968	Single
Looking Back	Diana Ross, Florence Ballard, Mary Wilson Originally Known As The Primettes Subsequently Known As The Supremes Featuring Al Garner / Eddie Floyd	1968	Compil.
Love Ain't Love / Forever Faithful	Florence Ballard	1968	Single

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