Pop, Soul, R&B, and Rap

A broad range of styles is included here from 50's doo wop of the Spaniels from Gary to current R & B and hip-hop. The Jackson family alone accounts for a plethora of hits, as well as innovations in pop music. In addition, some artists who got started in Indianapolis have made their mark in more modern styles, namely Babyface, Kevon Edmonds, and Daryl Simmons. Several others in the section had their hands on smash hits, among them Richard Finch of K.C. and the Sunshine Band, drummer Roger Hawkins of the legendary Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section, Thurston Harris, Bobby Lewis, and Heather Headley.