The Five Keys, an American rhythm and blues vocal group from Newport News, Virginia, formed in the late 1940s as Sentimental Four and signed with Aladdin Records in 1951. The group initially consisted of two sets of brothers: Rudy West and Bernie West, and Ripley Ingram and Raphael Ingram. Early singles included "The Glory of Love" and "It's Christmas Time". In 1952, Rudy West left to join the U.S. Army, and Ulysses K. Hicks replaced him. Hicks' death in 1955 led to West’s return. The group signed with Capitol Records in 1954. Notable releases during this period included "Close Your Eyes" and "It's a Groove". The Five Keys were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 2002.
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The Best of the Five Keys
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| Hot Harmony - Burning Melodies from The 5 Keys |
| Golden Keys |
| The Glory of Love |
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Dream On
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The Best Of The Aladdin Years
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| Best Of The Capitol Years |
| Capitol Collectors Series |
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Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind / You're The One
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Ling, Ting, Tong (Performed Live On The Ed Sullivan Show/1955)
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Capitol Records From The Vaults: "The Best Of '56"
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100 Doo Wop Classics
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10 Great R&B Christmas Songs
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Jump Blue: Rockin' The Jukes
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| Hits of the 50's & 60's |