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**The Apollas Bio** The Apollas were an American female soul trio formed in the 1960s, originally starting as Leola & The Love Joys, which consisted of Leola Jiles and Ella Jamerson. They released their first single, "He Ain't No Angel/Wait 'Round The Corner," on the Tiger record label in 1963, followed by a second single, "It's Mighty Nice/Payin' For The Wrong I've Done," in 1964. In 1965, the group rebranded as The Apollas and added Billie Barnum as their fourth member. They were signed by Loma Records, a soul subsidiary of Warner Brothers. Their debut single, "You're Absolutely Right," showcased their rock 'n' soul sound and aimed to establish their presence in a label not well-known for soul music. Despite the effort, the single did not chart, and the group continued to produce high-quality material with several singles focused on soul and dance tunes. Among their notable releases was "Mr. Creator," which featured a driving beat and an unforgettable island-style intro. They also covered the Everly Brothers' ballad "Who Would Want Me Now," but like their previous efforts, it did not achieve chart success. By 1968, the group disbanded as Warner Bros. shifted away from soul music, leading to the deactivation of Loma Records that same year. Although they never reached the stardom they deserved,

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