The Righteous Brothers

The Righteous Brothers The Righteous Brothers are an American blue-eyed soul duo famed for their dramatic ballads and powerful vocals. Formed in 1962 in Orange County, California, by Bill Medley (born 1940) and Bobby Hatfield (1940–2003), they blended R&B, pop, and gospel. Early hits included “Little Latin Lupe Lu” (1963), but Phil Spector-produced “You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin'” (1964, No. 1, longest-running No. 1 single at 3:45 then) became their signature, followed by “Unchained Melody” (1965, No. 4, iconic via Ghost) and “Ebb Tide.” Medley’s deep baritone and Hatfield’s soaring tenor defined their sound. They split in 1968 (Hatfield solo, Medley solo), reuniting in 1974. Hatfield died suddenly in 2003 (heart attack at 63); Medley continued with Bucky Heard as “Bill Medley & The Righteous Brothers.” The duo’s “Lovin’ Feelin’ Farewell Tour” ran into 2026, with dates like Fantasy Springs (Feb 2026) and others. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (2003), their emotive, orchestral Wall of Sound classics remain staples in films, oldies radio, and live performances, influencing soul and adult contemporary music.