The Stylistics are one of the most well-known Philadelphia soul groups of the 1970s. They formed in 1968 (see 1968 in music) and had their first hit in 1971 (see 1971 in music) with "You're a Big Girl Now".
Signing to Avco Records, the Stylistics began working with Thom Bell and Linda Creed, a legendary production and songwriting team. Their hits included "Betcha by Golly, Wow", "I'm Stone in Love with You", "You Make Me Feel Brand New" and "You Are Everything". After leaving Bell for Van McCoy, and then leaving Avco for H&I, the Stylistics' popularity began rapidly declining in the US, though their British popularity continued for the rest of the 70s.
In 1980 (see 1980 in music), several members departed, and the remainder continued performing for the next two decades, and are still a popular live draw.
