Originally Posted by
CHICAGOSOULMAN
Obviously the background vocals are females and it's not the Opals as "Uphill Climb" was recorded in early 1966 by which time they were no longer with Okeh. So who else could it be? I really can't say, but they almost sound like a choral group, I don't know how else to describe it. Born and raised in Chicago during the 50's, 60's and 70's and can't say who else they sound like, not the Gems or any other group moonlighting. But we know that Carl Davis was not above outside folks [[ie. Funk Brothers and Andantes on Jackie's "Higher and Higher"). So I guess until someone comes forward with a definitive answer it will just be one more of the great unknowns.
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