100%

Released in 1968, 100% marks Bill Medley's first major solo statement following his departure from The Righteous Brothers. Produced by Medley himself, the album is a calculated showcase of his versatility, moving away from the 'teenage symphony' vibes of his earlier work toward a more adult-oriented soul-pop hybrid. The tracklist is a mix of contemporary R&B hits like 'Brown Eyed Woman' and theatrical standards like 'The Impossible Dream,' all unified by Medley's unmistakable bass-baritone. Critically, the album served to prove that Medley's voice was a formidable instrument even without the counterpoint of Bobby Hatfield's tenor. While it leans heavily on covers, the arrangements are distinctively 'Medley' - heavy on the brass, lush with strings, and always centered on a vocal performance that feels like it’s coming from the bottom of a well. It remains a definitive document of the late-60s transition from pop-soul to the more polished 'adult contemporary' sounds of the 1970s.