The Intruders
The Intruders had been recording since 1960, grinding through the decade with little to show for it, before "Cowboys to Girls" broke through in 1968. Written and produced by Gamble and Huff for Gamble Records, the song was an early blueprint for everything Philadelphia International would become three years later: socially conscious lyrics about young Black men growing up and taking responsibility, dressed in arrangements sophisticated enough to cross over without losing street credibility.
The full story is in Philadelphia Soul.
At a glance
- Active
- 1960–1984
- From
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Listening guide track
- “Together”
Listen
In the Philadelphia Soul listening guide: “Together”
In the issues
- Philadelphia SoulSupporting cast · 1967-1980 · Members
Philadelphia Soul is a music scene from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, 1967–1980. Its principal artists include Gamble & Huff, The O'Jays, MFSB and Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes. This issue covers 10 essential albums and 12 dated events.