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How did The Platters start?
The Platters formed in Los Angeles in 1952 and were initially managed by Federal Records A&R man, Ralph Bass.
Who were the first members of The Platters?
The original group of The Platters consisted of founding and naming member, Herb Reed, Alex Hodge, Cornell Gunter and Joe Jefferson.
Did The Platters perform or record first?
The Platters performed first.
Did The Platters play instruments or just sing?
The Platters are an American vocal group.
What was most interesting about The Platter's early years?
The Platters released two singles with Federal Records, under the management of Bass, but found little success. Bass then asked his friend music entrepreneur and songwriter Buck Ram to coach.

Question: Did they write their own songs?
Self-contained rewrite: Did The Platters write their own songs?