Barbara Ingram

American R&B singer, background vocalist and songwriter. Born 9 February 1947 in Camden, New Jersey; died 20 October 1994. Formed a vocal trio with her cousin [[artist:Carla Benson]] and friend [[artist:Evette Benton]] in the early 1970's. Known as *The Sweethearts of Sigma*, *The Philadelphia Angels*, *The Sweethearts* or *The Sweeties* the trio sang backing vocals on numerous Philadelphia-based recordings during the 1970's and early 1980's. She was also a member of *Ingram*, a band that consisted entirely of Ingram siblings.