there you are in that CH waiting tonight you went in as a king everybody there treated me like a king Ron Eisley is one of the smoothest voices to ever grace a microphone he's a legend a Pioneer and the heartbeat of one of the greatest R&B groups of all time yeah I just can't he yeah but how did a man who gave us it's your thing and Between the Sheets end up on the wrong side of Fame we as a king everybody there treated me like a king but that's not all what role did his
brother Rudolph play in this betrayal and what happened to the family that gave us shout and inspired generations and why do some say Ron eisy was blacklisted by the industry he helped shape I just wonder what what's going to happen in the next 5 years the e brother's Story begins in Cincinnati Ohio in the Lincoln Heights neighborhood a tight-knit predominantly black suburb raised in a musical household the brothers were Guided by their parents o' Kelly eisy senior a former Navy sailor and Vaudeville performer and Sally isy a woman of deep Faith from Georgia music was
woven into their daily lives and the family often sang together at their local church where the boys developed their Soulful harmonies and performance skills the group originally consisted of four Brothers o' Kelly Jr Rudolph Ronald and Vernon they performed gospel music inspired by acts like the Dixie Hummingbirds eventually branching out into R&B and D in 1954 they formed their first official group and entered competitions like Ted Max Amateur hour where they won first place a watch their win marked the beginning of a journey filled with triumphs tragedies and musical Innovation while the group was gaining
momentum tragedy struck in 1955 when 13-year-old Vernon was fatally hit by a car while riding his bike devastated the brothers disbanded temporarily unable to Fathom continuing without him however with encouragement from their parents and A Renewed sense of purpose the trio regrouped Ronald the youngest stepped into the role of lead singer bringing a youthful energy and emotional depth to their music in 1957 The Isley Brothers left Cincinnati for New York City determined to pursue a career in popular music they began recording under producer George goldner experimenting with different sounds and releasing tracks like Angels Cried
and the cow jumped over the moon though these early singles failed to gain traction the brothers persevered their big breakthrough came in 1959 with shout a song that combined gospel fervor with R&B energy inspired by their live performances of Jackie Wilson's lonely teardrops the Brothers created an Anthem that captured the spirit of Celebration and emotional release you know you make me Ki up although shout only reached 47 on the Billboard Hot 100 it sold over a million copies and became a cultural phenomenon the song's infectious call and response style made it a staple at parties
weddings and sporting events a legacy that endures to this day despite the success of shout the eisy brothers face challenges in maintaining their momentum they struggled to chart with follow-up singles and were dropped by RCA Victor in 1961 but in 1962 their fortunes changed when they released Twist and Shout produced by Bert burns the song became a Smash Hit reaching number 17 on the Billboard Hot 10 number2 on the R&B chart it cemented their reputation as Dynamic performers who could blend gospel R&B and rock into a sound uniquely their own by the mid 1960s the
eisy brothers were exploring new ways to break free from industry constraints frustrated by the limitations of major labels they founded T-Neck records in 1964 signaling their desire for Creative Independence around this time they also collaborated with a young guitarist named Jimmy Hendrick who joined their backing band the IB specials Hendrick's time with the Eisley though brief added a raw electrifying Edge to their sound together they recorded songs like testify and move over and let me dance showcasing Hendrick's experimental style let me in 1965 5 the isy brothers signed with mtown records entering a new chapter
of their career they released hits like this old heart of mine is weak for you which showcased their ability to deliver emotional ballads alongside high energy tracks while their mtown recordings were moderately successful the group struggled to fully align with the label's polished pop oriented approach by 1968 they decided to part ways with mtown and focus on building their brand through T-Neck records the decision to resurrect T-Neck records in 1969 proved to be a GameChanger that year they released it's your thing a funky defiant Anthem that became one of their biggest hits the song reached
number two on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned them a Grammy award it also marked the debut of younger brother Ernie Isley on bass signaling a shift toward a more instrumentally rich and self-contained sound it's your thing wasn't just a hit it was a statement of Independence the eeles had reclaimed control of their music and their Destiny cementing their reputation as innovators who could Thrive outside the confines of major labels if you ask Ron eisy where his magic comes from he'll tell you it started in church singing gospel with his brothers wasn't just practice it
was the foundation of everything they did Ron grew up listening to the greats Nat King Cole Sam Cook and even Ray Charles he wanted to blend that soul with something freshh something tiny Timeless by the time the 70s rolled around the eeles had added a younger generation to the mix they expanded their lineup to include Ernie Marvin and brother-in-law Chris Jasper transforming the group into a multi-generational Powerhouse albums like 3 plus three showcase their versatility blending Rock Funk and soul with hits like that lady and their cover of Summer Breeze their ability to reinterpret songs
and make them their own set them apart from their peers during this period the isy released a string of platinum albums including the heat is on 1975 which featured Classics like fight the power and for the love of you come on baby sing they also embraced disco and quiet storm elements further diversifying their Sound by the late 1970s they were among the most influential acts in popular music shaping the landscape of R&B Funk and Beyond The eely Brothers didn't just make hits they made class songs that don't just sit on playlists but live in your
memories I mean who hasn't danced to between the sheets or had their heart skip a beat during For the Love of You their music has been sampled by everyone from the Notorious BIG to Kendrick Lamar proving that their influence is eternal but as they were shaping music history the industry wasn't always kind to them in 1992 The Isley Brothers were honored with one of music's highest accolades induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame it was a moment that solidified their place in history as one of the most influential groups of all time decades
later in January 2014 they received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award a long overdue recognition for their extraordinary contributions to music as Rudolph eisy accepted the award his gratitude was clear the Lord I want to thank my Savior and Lord Jesus Christ and I want to say God Bless America in the name of Jesus these Milestones Mark the Pinnicle of a career that had spanned generations and seen the Eisley brothers evolve from gospel harmonizers in Cincinnati to genre defining artist who shaped funk soul and R&B but behind the glitz and Glamour the brother's Journey was filled
with triumphs struggles and a fair share of drama after the group's mid-career Peak some changes began to shake their Dynamic the project eisy Jasper isy which featured Chris Jasper and the younger eizy brothers had enjoyed its own success but eventually disbanded Jasper the musical Mastermind behind many of their hits decided to go solo he didn't just step away quietly he built an impressive career as a solo artist multi-instrumentalist and producer launching his own independent label Gold City Records he released 14 solo albums including four gospel records Jasper's work ethic and commitment to creating music on
his terms showed that the Eisley magic could Thrive even outside the group meanwhile the eisy brothers carried on but fac their own challenges o Kelly the eldest of the group passed away in 1986 his death was a heavy blow but Ronald and Rudy carried on as a Duo for a time Rudy eventually decided to leave in 1989 to follow a spiritual calling choosing to become a Christian minister father I pring the for many fans it was bittersweet losing one of the group's iconic voices but knowing Rudy had found a purpose that gave him peace not
one to let the eisy brothers Legacy fade Ronald eisy brought the group back in 1991 this time he was joined By Ernie and Marvin two of the younger brothers who had been integral to the group sound in the 1970s and 1980s together they reignited the eisy brothers flame but their Journey was far from smooth Marvin who had struggled with health is issues related to diabetes left the group in 1996 and passed away in 2010 despite the Heartbreak Ronald and Ernie pressed on determined to keep the eisy brothers music alive Ronald in particular had his share
of personal struggles at the height of his career he seemed to have it all wealth luxurious homes and a lifestyle that many could only dream of but extravagant spending and financial mismanagement began to take their toll Ronald Eisley ended up in jail in 2006 at the age of 16 5 he was found guilty of five counts of tax evasion and one count of not filing a tax return his lawyer Anthony Alexander argued for probation instead of jail time citing Ron's age and health issues Alexander mentioned that Ron had been trying to pay off his debts
to the IRS by selling some of his assets however US District Judge Dean prisy was not convinced and refused to show leniency the judge labeled Ron a Serial tax avoider and sentenced him to 3 years in prison prosecutors h highlighted that Ron had dodged taxes for decades even declaring bankruptcy in 1997 after the IRS seized his yacht cars and other properties despite these setbacks Ron failed to file tax returns from 1997 to 2001 when he finally submitted them in 2002 they were unsigned and he didn't pay what he owed his lawyer attributed some of the
mishandling to the unfortunate deaths of two of Ron's accountants which made it difficult to access necessary records reflecting on his time in prison Ron described it as a challenging period but said he managed to see his son and wife regularly helping him COPE in addition to his prison sentence the R&B Legend was ordered to pay $3.1 million in back taxes to the IRS some fans believe Ronald's financial troubles contributed to the band's tough times including the deaths of key members such as his brother o Kelly o' Kelly eisy a founding member of the iy brothers
was born on December 25th 1937 in Cincinnati Ohio known as Kelly he began singing in church with his brothers Rudy and Ronald forming the eisy brothers in 1959 despite personal hardships the group transitioned from gospel to rhythm and blues signing with RCA Victor that same year they co-wrote their breakout hit shout a song that became a cultural staple the eisy brothers performed it on shows like American band Stan and shindig and it was later covered by artists such as Lulu in 1964 and David Ruffin in 1998 the song also featured prominently in films like National
Lampoon animal house after o' Kelly's death in 1986 his brother Rudy left the group to become a pastor marking another turning point for the band despite his departure the Eisley brothers continued to thrive recording and Performing for decades and reaching new generations of fans o' Kelly who was also a father of two left a lasting Legacy in 1992 he was postumus inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Little Richard presenting the honor the group also earned recognition from the vocal group Hall of Fame in 2003 and in 2014 they received a Grammy
for lifetime achievement in 2020 they were inducted into the songwriters Hall of Fame for their contributions to over 35 classic songs if the tax troubles weren't enough Ron also faced tension within his own family in 2021 his brother Rudy sued him claiming Ron had taken control of the Eisley brothers trademark without consulting him imagine building a legacy together only to end up fighting over the rights to your own name Rudolph sued Ronald asking a judge to declare that the trademark rights to the name the eisy brothers were equally owned by both of them he also
demanded that Ronald explain how he had been using the trademark and share any Revenue made from it according to legal documents obtained by TMZ Rudolph claimed that Ronald had applied for and received approval for the trademark in his own name keeping all the profits for himself Rudolph argued that since their brother O Kelly's passing in 1986 they had always shared profits equally with both of them holding ownership in the band more recently Rudolph alleged that Ronald made decisions on his own without consulting him he claimed Ronald underhandedly obtained sole ownership of the eizy brothers trademark
and had been receiving all the money since 2021 the court documents revealed that Ronald secured exclusive rights to the iy brothers trademark for visual and audiovisual recordings featuring music and animation in August Rudolph insisted should have sought his approval for this deal he also pointed out that Ronald filed the trademark application in his own name in November 2021 despite their previous joint profit sharing Arrangements such as a multi-million dollar publishing deal as a result Rudolph asked the court to order a financial audit to determine how much Ronald had earned since making these changes perhaps Rudolph
was hearing Footsteps in the dark prompting him to take such actions against his brother Rudolph also wanted the court to officially declare that the eisy brothers trademark is jointly owned by both brothers and that Ronald should share half of the earnings made from using the band's name since acquiring the trademark while the full details of their dispute aren't entirely clear it remains a sad chapter in their relationship tragedy struck the family again with the sudden passing of Rudolph in 2023 at the age of 84 Rudolph Eisley a founding member of the Eisley brothers has died
he was 84 years old the Eisley brothers shared the heartbreaking news on social media stating Heaven has gained another Angel A source told TMZ e that Rudy may have suffered a heart attack but the exact cause of death remains unknown Ronald iy expressed his grief saying there are no words to express my feelings and the love I have for my brother our family will miss him but I know he's in a better place he died in his sleep his brother Ernie said adding that he was unaware of any health issues his brother might have had
Rudy spent much of his three decades with the eisy brothers harmonizing with his brother o' Kelly in support of Ron eisley's lead vocals but he also sang lead on some notable tracks on I've got to get myself together recorded in 1969 his gentlemanly tone gave the song A Touch of Grace he also lent a swaave lead to the group's fleeting entry into the Disco field it's a disco night Rock don't stop which was a club hit in the United States in 1979 and reached the top 20 in Britain the eisy brothers were always fashionable and
in the 19 70s and 80s Rudy isy made a fashion statement of his own by wearing hats and Furs and carrying a bed cane giving the E's added Panache despite these hardships Ron has persevered through immense challenges and pain continuing to focus on his music family and Legacy according to celebrity Networth his hard work has earned him a net worth of $2 million Ronald has three children tranisha Tiana and Ron Jr who keep a low profile particularly in the age of social media on the personal front Ronald is married to Candy Isley a singer and
member of the R&B Duo the Johnson sisters while his children stay out of the spotlight his niece Alex eisy has been making waves in the music world Alex the daughter of Ernie Eisley has carried on the family tradition becoming a successful R&B artist she released her debut ep the love art Memoirs in 2012 performed on NPR's tiny desk Series in 2020 and collaborated on an album with Jack Dy in 2022 anyway looking back it's astonishing how much the eisy brothers achieved they've influenced everyone from the Beatles to Ice Cube and built a catalog of music
that feels like a soundtrack to life itself whether it's the slow jams that set the mood between the sheets anyone or the upbeat tracks that make you want to dance this Old Heart of Mine their music speaks to the heart and soul and yet despite their massive impact the eisy brothers don't always get the recognition they deserve maybe it's because they didn't have that one Mega crossover hit or maybe maybe it's because their success Spann decades making it harder to pinpoint just one moment but true fans know the depth of their influence they didn't just
create music they created movements inspired generations and kept evolving no matter what the industry threw at them through it all the highs the lows the betrayals and the Heartbreak the Eisley brothers remain Legends their music has stood the test of time and so has Ron Eisley anyway that's it for this video folks bye [Music]
