Bob & Gene are a soul and R&B duo from Florida that were active in the 1960s and 1970s. The group consisted of childhood friends Bob and Gene, who began performing together in the early '60s. Although they never achieved significant commercial success during their initial run, their music gained a cult following among Northern soul enthusiasts and has been reissued on various labels in the decades since. Their sound is characterized by smooth harmonies, funky grooves, and heartfelt lyrics about love, heartbreak, and social issues.