Ray Pollard was an American soul singer known primarily for his work with The Wanderers, a 1950s R&B group. His distinctive tenor voice and emotive delivery became signature elements of the band's sound. Pollard also had a successful solo career, with his most notable single being "The Drifter" in 1965, which became a Northern Soul classic. Despite his lack of mainstream recognition, Pollard holds a significant place in the history of soul music due to his unique vocal style and influence within the genre.