Artist
Thom Bell
Thom Bell got his musical education two ways at once: in Philadelphia's Black churches and at the Granoff School of Music, where he studied classical piano and theory alongside future jazz names like John Coltrane and Jimmy Heath. "My mother made me learn piano," he said.
The full story is in Philadelphia Soul.
At a glance
- Active
- 1959–2022
- From
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- Listening guide track
- “Something For Nothing (feat. Thom Bell)”
Listen
In the Philadelphia Soul listening guide: “Something For Nothing (feat. Thom Bell)”
In the issues
- Philadelphia SoulPrincipal · 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.