The Deele, an R&B and funk ensemble from Cincinnati, Ohio, emerged in 1981, blending smooth vocals with rhythmic grooves. The original lineup featured Antonio "L.A." Reid, Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, Carlos "Satin" Greene, Darnell "Dee" Bristol, Stanley "Stick" Burke, and Kevin "Kayo" Roberson. Their 1983 debut album, *Street Beat*, produced the hit "Body Talk," which reached #3 on the R&B charts. The 1987 release of *Eyes of a Stranger* included "Two Occasions," a top 10 pop hit. Beyond their own success, members Reid and Edmonds became influential producers, shaping the sound of artists like Whitney Houston and TLC. The Deele's legacy endures, marked by their innovative contributions to R&B and funk. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Deele?utm_source=openai))