Antone “Chubby” Tavares, whose smooth vocals helped define the sound of 1970s R&B and disco as part of the Grammy-winning group Tavares, died at his home at age 81. His son, Antone Tavares Jr., shared ...

Legendary R&B singer Antone “Chubby” Tavares, who made a name for himself alongside his five brothers in the 1970s, has died, ...

Antone "Chubby" Tavares, known for his remarkable voice and lasting impact on soul and R&B music, has passed away at 81.

NEW BEDFORD - In a voice less strong than it once was, Antone “Chubby” Tavares thanked the many people who came out Saturday to celebrate the city's newest street, Tavares Brothers' Way. The New ...

NEW BEDFORD - A dedication ceremony for Tavares Brothers Way - a street honoring iconic music group Tavares - is in the planning stages, but organizers hope that a date can be set soon. Janet Barbosa, ...

The city of New Bedford will dedicate a street on Saturday to honor hometown music group, Tavares, Mayor Jon Mitchell said in a statement Thursday. “The Tavares Brothers gained worldwide fame through ...

NEW BEDFORD — Tavares Brothers' Way is now an official city street honoring the five New Bedford brothers who made their community proud with a run of hit albums, hit songs and a Grammy during the ...

NEW BEDFORD — In the 1970s five brothers from New Bedford made the city proud with numerous chart-topping songs, tours with The Jackson Five, and even winning a Grammy — now one council member wants ...

NEW BEDFORD — The tale of Tavares is one of poverty to prominence, a success story rooted in talent and devotion that would take them from Rhode Island nightclubs to sold-out venues around the world.