The Essex was an American R&B vocal group formed in 1962. They are best known for their 1963 song "Easier Said Than Done". == Career == Founding members Walter Vickers (guitar) and Rodney Taylor (drums) were members of the United States Marine Corps stationed in Okinawa, Japan. After being transferred to Camp LeJeune in North Carolina, they enlisted fellow Marines Billy Hill (aka Billy Proctor) and Rudolph Johnson as group members. Next they added a female lead singer, Anita Humes,... [more on Wikipedia]
The Essex began charting in 1963 with Easier Said Than Done.The artist placed 3 songs on the Billboard Hot 100, one of which reached the Top‑10, including 1 number‑one.On US RnB the artist achieved 1 number‑one.
Top songs: #1: Easier Said Than Done - #2: A Walkin' Miracle - #3: She's Got Everything - #4: Out of Sight, Out of Mind
Anita Humes • Billy Hill [The Essex] • Rodney Taylor • Rudolph Johnson • Walter Vickers
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