A TASTE OF HONEY
Genre: Disco, Funk, R&B, Pop
Years Active: 1972-Present
A Taste of Honey formed in Los Angeles in 1972 (Janice-Marie Johnson and Perry Kibble) and broke through in 1978 with the platinum smash “Boogie Oogie Oogie,” a Billboard No. 1 crossover hit that sold over two million copies. The group earned the Grammy Award for Best New Artist (1979) and became a defining act of the late-’70s disco/funk era. While their primary recording era was the late 1970s–early 1980s, Janice-Marie Johnson has continued to perform under the A Taste of Honey name and the act remains active on the live circuit and anniversary events.
Career Highlights
Breakout single: “Boogie Oogie Oogie” (1978) — three weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100; Capitol Records’ first platinum single with over 2 million sold.
Grammy recognition: Won Best New Artist at the 20th Grammy Awards (1979), cementing their place in music history.
Platinum debut: Their self-titled debut album went platinum, establishing them as one of the strongest disco/funk acts of the era.
Songwriting & musicianship: Janice-Marie Johnson (bass/lead vocals) and Perry Kibble (keyboards) created the group’s signature groove, combining funky basslines, soulful vocals, and dance-floor-ready production.
Enduring legacy: Their music remains a staple in film, TV, and sampling culture, with A Taste of Honey (featuring Janice-Marie Johnson) still performing today.
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