The Viceroys formed in Jamaica in the 1960s, originally calling themselves The Valentines before changing their name in 1966. The group's early lineup included Earl Morgan, Clinton Fearon, and Carl Bryan. They signed with producer Coxsone Dodd's Studio One label, which gave them space to develop their vocal harmony style.
In 1967, they released "Love Is The Key," which became their breakthrough single. The song's success established them in Jamaican music, and they followed it with other popular recordings through the late 1960s and early 1970s. Their music often touched on themes of love and social consciousness, as heard in songs like "Love Jah."
The group's sound drew from American R&B influences but developed its own character through their vocal arrangements. While members changed over time, their recordings from that Studio One period remain what many listeners know them for.
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