Bill Medley

Bill Medley is an American singer and songwriter, best known as one half of The Righteous Brothers singing duo.  With partner Bobby Hatfield, he was responsible for hits like "You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’" and "Soul and Inspiration." In 1987, Medley was recognized by his singing duet with Jennifer Warnes huge success with singer Jennifer Warnes in their duet from the film Dirty Dancing —"The Time of My Life," and the single reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100.  Phil Spector, record producer extraordinaire, recruited Medley and Hatfield for his own recording label, Philles, and in 1965 the duo released its biggest smash, "You’ve Lost That Lovin’ Feelin’." Medley and Hatfield had other successful singles on the Philles label, including "Unchained Melody," "Ebb Tide," and "Just Once in My Life.”

In 1974, Medley reunited with Hatfield and they made their second debut on national television on "The Sonny and Cher Show." Medley reached great popularity in 1987, with pop and country artist Jennifer Warnes, where they recorded “Time of My Life” on the RCA label. Their duet garnered Medley and Warnes a Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal. Medley also went on tour with many of the other artists featured on the Dirty Dancing soundtrack album, and further sparked the interests in Righteous Brothers concert appearances.  Medley’s involvement with The Righteous Brothers led him to an honorary induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in March 2003 by one of their biggest fans, Billy Joel.

Billy Medley has been successful with his solo career endeavors as well. In 1968, he released "Peace, Brother, Peace" and "Brown Eyed Woman", both of which made the top 50 of the Billboard Hot 100 chart. He also released several solo albums during the 1970s and 1980s. He recently appeared as a guest singer on Late Show with David Letterman and Medley also recorded a single with "America's Got Talent" winner Michael Grimm, entitled "You Got Me Hummin'".