Band of Gold is a track belonging to the Soul, Pop Soul, and Northern Soul genres with a melodic yet dramatic feel. The song was performed by the American singer Freda Payne. The track was released in 1970 as a single, taken from her album of the same name, Band of Gold (1970). Songwriters: Ron Dunbar and Edith Wayne (writing duo for Holland–Dozier–Holland's Invictus/Hot Wax label). Year Written/Recorded: 1970. Original Release Year: 1970 (as a single, released by Invictus Records). Artist Perfo