R&B Electro-Funk, Prince-influenced, six-piece band of schoolmates from Flint, Michigan, USA, formed in the early 80s, with hit singles such as Oh Sheila. They remain together with the original six members and continue to produce and tour. Lineup: Melvin Riley - lead vocals, John Eaton - bass, Greg Potts - keyboards, Gordon Strozier - lead guitar, Willie Triplett, Jr. - percussion, Gerald Valentine - drums.
Ready for the World is an American R&B band from Flint, Michigan, that scored several pop, soul, and dance hits in the mid to late 1980s. They were founded by Melvin Riley and Dean Sorensen.