Samuel George
DOB Unknown – March 17, 1982
Samuel George was the lead singer and drummer for early ’60s soul vocal trio, the Capitols. They were initially signed to Detroit’s Karen Records, and in 1963, they released their first single, “Dog and Cat.” After the record failed to catch on, the group split up. But in 1966, the group re-formed to record a song called “Cool Jerk” which was written to capitalize on a current Detroit dance craze. Backed by Motown’s legendary house band, the Funk Brothers, the Capitols delivered a single that shot to #7 on the pop charts and #2 on the R&B charts. The song remains a staple at oldies radio and has been covered by the likes of the Go-Go’s, Todd Rundgren and the Creation. On March 17, 1982, Samuel George died of stab wounds suffered during a domestic dispute.
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Richard Mitchell of the capitols was my father. I last saw him when I was 5yrs old in 1972 He died in 1984. If anyone knows any thing about him or could connect me with my sisters please contact me. I remember playing with them at rehearsal sessions , I didn’t know we were related at the time . gpritchett14@yahoo.com
Did anybody ever get back to you regarding knowledge of your father? Just read your statement from last October – How sad…I’m from Philadelphia
From what I understand Sam George is my uncle. His dad is my grandfather Howard Ealy. Anyone have any information about this please let me know.