The Pointer Sisters are an iconic R&B/soul and jazz-funk vocal trio.
List of The Pointer Sisters's featurings
Tina Turner, Pete Townshend, Joe Cocker & Cher
The Pointer Sisters members' ages
The Pointer Sisters members are currently 80 & 73 years old.
The Pointer Sisters's country of origin
The Pointer Sisters is from United States.
The Pointer Sisters members' real names
The Pointer Sisters members' real names are Ruth Pointer, June Pointer & Anita Pointer.
The Success Story of The Pointer Sisters
Who Are The Pointer Sisters?
The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B, soul and jazz-funk vocal trio consisting of sisters Ruth, Anita, and June Pointer. The group had several hits throughout the 1970s and 1980s that have become staples of pop culture. They have also collaborated with various artists such as Tina Turner, Pete Townshend, Joe Cocker, and Cher.
Early Career
The group was formed in 1969 in Oakland, California by sisters Ruth, Anita, and June. Their debut album was entitled 'The Pointer Sisters', released in 1973 on Blue Thumb Records. It featured a mix of covers from R&B and pop songs such as 'Yes We Can Can' by Allen Toussaint, as well as original material written by the sisters themselves. The album was a success and launched the group's career.
Commercial Success
The group continued to release albums throughout the 1970s, culminating in the multi-platinum 'Break Out' in 1983. The album featured the hit singles 'Jump (For My Love)', 'Automatic', and 'I'm So Excited'. The success of this album cemented their position as one of the most successful groups of the era.
Later Career
The group continued to release albums throughout the 1980s before splitting in 1994 due to internal conflicts. The sisters reunited in 2003 for a brief tour before parting ways once again in 2006.
Legacy
The Pointer Sisters are widely regarded as one of the most influential groups of their era. Their music has been sampled by numerous artists over the years and their songs have become staples of pop culture. They have been inducted into both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Vocal Group Hall of Fame.
