US vocal group from Chicago, IL.
The Quintones released one record The lead singer was Donald Burrows, and he was supported by first tenor Clifford Sutherland, second tenor Freddie Williams, baritone Ralph Fulham, and bass Bill McDonald. Another vocalist in the area, Willie Crowley, was often recalled as a as a member of the Quintones, but he wasn't on the record but occasionally sang with the group. The Quintones were featured in two big shows. One was the Herb Kent-promoted show in the Children's Building with Lee Andrews & The Hearts, The Pastels, and other Altgeld Gardens groups. The other show was out in Harvey, some school out there, Herb Kent promoted it.The Dells were on the show and Marvin & Johnny. The Quintones were not together very long. They were still attending Carver High when they made the record, and six months after recording it they had disbanded.