Bobby Starr Born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, Bobby Starr toured with a variety of vocal groups as a teen before forming Bobby Starr and the Versatilles. His recordings with the five member vocal group include the single Fanny, Fanny. While on tour he met Philadelphia recording group The Intruders. Noted for his similar sound to The Intruders lead singer Samuel Brown, the group recruited Starr to replace Brown when he opted out to spend time with his family.[2] Starrs addition to The Intruders in 1970 reignited their string of hit singles including tracks from the When We Get Married album. His leads include a cover of Dusty Springfields A Brand New Me and the album version of When We Get Married. Starrs first single release with The Intruders on the Gamble record label in 1971 was Im Girl Scoutin.[3] Starr made his national television debut with The Intruders on November 13, 1971 performing Cowboys to Girls and I Bet He Dont Love You on Soul Train.[4] The Intruders disbanded in the 1980s and reformed under the direction of Glenn Montgomery. Bobby Starr returned as lead singer and the group continues to tour today. He is featured on tour with The Intruders on the Love Train: Sound of Philadelphia concert series. Bobby Starrs chartitable endeavors include support for education and public television. His recent appearances include the P.B.S TV special Superstars of 70s Soul Live Pre Intruders youtu.be/SfvADi223IY
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