Legend: Ron Isley

The smooth vocals of Ron Isley are timeless. From his days with his family band | the Isley Brothers | to his more recent work alongside the next generation of artists | Isley has mastered the art of reinvention all while maintaining a flawless quality of work.

Born in Ohio, Made in New York - Born in Cincinnati, OH, the third of six brothers, Ron Isley began singing in church at the age of three. By his mid-teens, Isley was living in New York with his two older brothers, collectively known as the music group, The Isley Brothers.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

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Born in Ohio, Made in New York - Born in Cincinnati, OH, the third of six brothers, Ron Isley began singing in church at the age of three. By his mid-teens, Isley was living in New York with his two older brothers, collectively known as the music group, The Isley Brothers.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

He Made You Want To &quot;Shout&quot; - In 1959, The Isley Brothers scored their first top 50 hit with the song “Shout”. Though the song did not hit number 1, it would be used in various TV shows and commercials.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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He Made You Want To "Shout" - In 1959, The Isley Brothers scored their first top 50 hit with the song “Shout”. Though the song did not hit number 1, it would be used in various TV shows and commercials.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

The T-Neck Years - The Isley Brothers formed their own record label, T-Neck Records in 1969. The label charted 20 pop titles and signed Jimi Hendrix early in his career.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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The T-Neck Years - The Isley Brothers formed their own record label, T-Neck Records in 1969. The label charted 20 pop titles and signed Jimi Hendrix early in his career.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

International Influence - The Isley Brothers influence went beyond the states, as many UK bands (including The Beatles) would go on to cover their music, sometimes finding more success than their originators.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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International Influence - The Isley Brothers influence went beyond the states, as many UK bands (including The Beatles) would go on to cover their music, sometimes finding more success than their originators.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

The 3+3 Era - At the height of their group’s career, The Isley Brothers consisted of six members: Ernie Isley, Marvin Isley, brother-in-law Chris Jasper, Rudolph Isley, O'Kelly Isley and of course Ronald.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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The 3+3 Era - At the height of their group’s career, The Isley Brothers consisted of six members: Ernie Isley, Marvin Isley, brother-in-law Chris Jasper, Rudolph Isley, O'Kelly Isley and of course Ronald.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

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Staying Consistent in the 70's - Despite the change in climate, The Isley Brothers managed to consistently put out hit records and establish themselves at the forefront of R&B.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Staying Consistent in the 70's - Despite the change in climate, The Isley Brothers managed to consistently put out hit records and establish themselves at the forefront of R&B.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

Between The Sheets - 1983 saw the release of the Isley Brother’s ballad, “Between the Sheets”. The seductive anthem would bring the group back to the forefront of R&B and become a heavily sampled classic.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Between The Sheets - 1983 saw the release of the Isley Brother’s ballad, “Between the Sheets”. The seductive anthem would bring the group back to the forefront of R&B and become a heavily sampled classic.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

The 90's and Beyond - The 90’s brought successful collaborations with the likes of R. Kelly and Kelly Price.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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The 90's and Beyond - The 90’s brought successful collaborations with the likes of R. Kelly and Kelly Price.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

Enter Mr. Biggs - 2001 saw the reinvention of Isley as the commanding Mr. Biggs, an elusive R&B don who had a penchant for laying down the law whenever necessary.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Enter Mr. Biggs - 2001 saw the reinvention of Isley as the commanding Mr. Biggs, an elusive R&B don who had a penchant for laying down the law whenever necessary.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

Game Recognize Game - Super-producer Swizz Beats tapped Isley to contribute to his 2002 album, &lt;i&gt;G.H.E.T.T.O. Stories&lt;/i&gt;.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Game Recognize Game - Super-producer Swizz Beats tapped Isley to contribute to his 2002 album, <i>G.H.E.T.T.O. Stories</i>.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

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Soulful Alumni - Few can deny the Isley catalog. Though each in a class of their own, Isley shared the stage with Luther Vandross at the 7th Annual Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards .&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Soulful Alumni - Few can deny the Isley catalog. Though each in a class of their own, Isley shared the stage with Luther Vandross at the 7th Annual Soul Train Lady of Soul Awards .<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

Continuing to Innovate - In 2003, Ron Isley would record &lt;i&gt;Here I Am&lt;/i&gt;, an album produced and arranged by the legendary Burt Bacharach.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Continuing to Innovate - In 2003, Ron Isley would record <i>Here I Am</i>, an album produced and arranged by the legendary Burt Bacharach.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

Unstoppable - Showing no signs up slowing down any time soon, Isley is still a vocal force .&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Unstoppable - Showing no signs up slowing down any time soon, Isley is still a vocal force .<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

Timeless - This past October, Isley performed at the New York leg of Hennessy’s Artistry Tour 2010.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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Timeless - This past October, Isley performed at the New York leg of Hennessy’s Artistry Tour 2010.<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>

A True Legend - ‘Nuff said .&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;b&gt;Photo Credit: Getty Images&lt;/b&gt;

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A True Legend - ‘Nuff said .<br><br><br><b>Photo Credit: Getty Images</b>