 Only a few artists in history have been capable of defining an entire era in pop music. Ronnie Spector is one of those artists: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of female rock and roll in the 1960's. No one has ever surpassed Ronnie's powerful trademark vocals, her gutsy attitude, her innocent but knowing sexuality. As the Number One pop group in England, Ronnie Spector and the Ronettes headlined over acts like the Rolling Stones and Yardbirds. The Beatles personally requested that the Ronettes join their final American tour. For the Ronettes' final live performance at Basin Street East in 1966, their opening act was a talented young comedian named Richard Pryor. Ronnie Spector is the only American vocalist to have been backed by all four Beatles on her George Harrison-produced single, "Try Some, Buy Some" in 1970. During the next few years, Ronnie also sang on records by Jimi Hendrix and Alice Cooper. The style, look, and sound of Ronnie Spector have served as an inspiration and role model for a generation of rock and roll women. In her sensuality, attitude, and dress, Ronnie created a personal and performing style, which has proven revolutionary. On stage, record, or on video, a Ronnie Spector performance is a jubilant celebration of the power of Pop.
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