Kool & the Gang was formed in 1964 by New Jersey high school friends, including brothers Robert “Kool” Bell and Ronald Nathan Bell. Their first album, “Kool & the Gang” was released in 1969 and contained all instrumental tracks.
Dee Tee was the band’s alto saxophonist, and was a part of the band until his death.
Kool & the Gang was extremely popular throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, releasing such hits as “Funky Stuff” and “Jungle Boogie” in 1973, “Hollywood Swinging” in 1974, “Summer Madness” in 1975, “Ladies Night” and “Too Hot” in 1979, and the crowd-pleasing “Celebration” in 1980.
Dee Tee was known for his hip style of dress and his cool demeanor.
Kool & the Gang is definitely one of our all-time favorite groups, and they will never be forgotten.
Dennis “Dee Tee” Thomas
(February 9, 1951 – August 8, 2021)
© 08/09/2021
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