Gary "U.S." Bonds: reviews, quotes, and bio

Gary "U.S." Bonds

Musician

Forfans of classic r&b and rock ’n’ roll, springsteen devotees, and early-’60s oldies lovers.
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The Profile

American R&B and rock ’n’ roll singer Gary “U.S.” Bonds (born Gary Anderson) broke through in the early 1960s with hits like Quarter to Three (US No.1), New Orleans, and School Is Out; he returned in the early 1980s with the Springsteen/Steven Van Zandt–produced albums Dedication and On The Line.

Known for the 1961 No.1 Quarter to Three, high-energy party singles, and an early-’80s comeback via collaborations with Bruce Springsteen and Steven Van Zandt.

One review digs into Dedication, Gary “U.S.” Bonds’ Springsteen/Steven Van Zandt–powered comeback, praising his warm, soulful voice and live-wire R&B energy. Highlights include It’s Only Love, Daddy’s Come Home, Jolé Blon, and the charting This Little Girl. The album is framed as lively soul-rock with strong performances and tasteful covers.

Notable Quotes

❝ Gary was an eclectic artist, a talented composer, but above all a great Rhythm and Blues and Rock'n'Roll singer, able to captivate the audience present at his concerts, on par with Sam Cooke, or Otis Redding.