Billy Lamont - Hear Me Now

Year Released: 1962 (often found on small independent labels like C.P.L. or as reissues)
Genre: Doo-Wop, R&B, Soul (early).
Detailed Description Containing Key Facts: "Hear Me Now" is a soulful track by American singer Billy Lamont, an artist who was active in the early 1960s, primarily known for his work in the R&B and doo-wop scenes. This song showcases Lamont's expressive tenor voice, often delivering heartfelt lyrics typical of the era's ballads. The instrumentation would be classic early 60s R&B, likely featuring a full band with a prominent rhythm section, and possibly a backing vocal group providing harmonies characteristic of doo-wop. While not a massive mainstream hit, "Hear Me Now" is valued by collectors of vintage R&B and doo-wop for its authentic sound and Lamont's strong vocal performance, representing the rich tapestry of independent soul and R&B labels from that period. It captures a moment in time when doo-wop was transitioning into more developed soul sounds.