George Perkins & the Silver Stars were a prominent Southern soul band in the 1960s and 1970s, known for their blend of gospel, blues, and soul. The band was fronted by George Perkins, a notable vocalist whose emotive style has been influential in the soul music genre. They are best remembered for their seminal hit "Crying in the Streets," a civil rights anthem that crossed over into the pop charts. The band's soulful sound, characterized by Perkins' impassioned vocals and the Silver Stars' tight instrumentals, played a significant role in the evolution of Southern soul music.