The Three Degrees are an American female vocal group formed circa 1963 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Although several women have been members over the years, the group has always been a trio. The group were particularly successful in the UK, achieving 13 Top 50 hit singles between 1974 and 1985. The current line-up consists of Valerie Holiday, Freddi Poole, and Hazel Payne, formerly of A Taste of Honey. A second grouping features Three Degree Helen Scott, with Skyler Jordan and Tamika Peoples.

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