The Temptations were the ideal group of male singers. The quintet accented each other to make many harmonious sounds, producing many hits through the 1960’s. They experienced many changes in the Temptations ‘lineup’ as time changed. New sounds and voices of the interchanging members brought different styles to the group. The Temptations are still known to this day for creating many great songs. The Temptations had originally started as a group of five members. There were always five group members. In the Beginning, the original five joined together from two groups, The Primes and the Distants. “Otis Williams, Paul Williams, Bryant, Franklin, and Kendricks joined together as the Elgins; after a name change to the Temptations” (Ankeny). …show more content…
The changes in members often were because of disagreements while others wanted to persue a solo career. The first change in members occured with Elbridge Bryant. He had burtally attacted Paul Williams. It is still unknown whether or not Bryant was fired or he resigned from the group, however David Ruffin was the tennor singer they needed. With Ruffin joining the group, many new songs were produced (Ankeny). Soon after “Ruffin failed to appear at a 1968 live performance, the other four Tempts fired him.” He was replaced by Denis Edwards who helped the other Temptations create their hit “Cloud Nine.” Eddie Kendricks and Paul Williams later left the group, looking to have a solo career. Damon Harris and Richard Street then replaced the two. Through out the years, the Temptations have lost and replaced many group …show more content…
Many songs that hit the number one spot on the charts you may be familiar with. Songs such as ‘My Girl’ were and still are quite popular. When the Temptations got together, some hits were soon released. “Early hits such as "My Girl," "Ain't Too Proud To Beg" and "Get Ready" remain beloved classics,” (Ankeny). They were very popular and are still known today. Some of the Temptations’ other hits were "Run Away Child, Running Wild," "Psychedelic Shack," and "Ball of Confusion (That's What the World Is Today).” These songs are not known as well as others but are definitly worth mentioning. The group even continued to produce more great songs through out the 70’s. “After the 1971 hit "Superstar (Remember How You Got Where You Are)," they returned in 1972 with the brilliant number one single "Papa Was a Rolling Stone." “The Tempts hit the charts regularly throughout 1973 with "Masterpiece," "Let Your Hair Down," and "The Plastic Man,"” however popularity soon decreased as time progressed into the late 70’s. Many great songs had been produced throughout the time of the
The Temptations’ 1970 hit “Ball of Confusion (That’s What the World is Today)” bravely sheds light on the political and social issues plaguing the world during the 1960’s. Written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong, this song deviates from Motown’s usual clean and charismatic approach and serves as a prelude for songs like Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On.” Through the use of shrewd lyrics, psychedelic instrumentals, and intimidating vocals “Ball of Confusion (That’s What the World is Today)” serves its purpose in making a statement against the tumultuous world America created.
As he was in highschool, him and his brother, Gap, started to play professionally. Since Chuck preferred smaller jazz groups to large “big bands” he and his brother started a quintet in 1958 called the Jazz Brothers during his senior year. The band lasted until 1964 and included Sal Nistico and Roy McCurdy and later on, Jimmy Garrison, Steve Davis, and Ron Carter. The group recorded three albums in the Riverside Label: The Jazz Brothers, Hey Baby!, and Spring Fever. Later on, in 1962, Chuck made an album of his own, called Recuerdo. His biggest break was in 1970 when his recording at the Eastman theatre with the philharmonic was turned into an album.
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Motown is the sound that changed America. No other record company in history had more than 180 number 1 hit songs worldwide and counting. Motown just recently celebrated their 50th anniversary of the company’s founding. Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Jackson 5, and many much brought together racially divided country and segregated society around the world. In this essay I first will tell you more information about Motown and where it got its name from, I then will tell you about Marvin Gaye and his history dealings with Motown, next I will talk about Stevie Wonder and explain his life and how he became a part of Motown, and lastly I will talk about Jackson 5 and talk about how they became a group and their dealings with Motown.
The three gentlemen decide to perform together. They play gigs at small clubs and have moderate success. Eventually Elvis has one appearance on the Grand Ole Opry. Unfortunately he is not well received with the audience (EPE 2014). On October 16, 1954, the group appears on the show Louisiana Hayride. Elvis is soon headlining the show. D.J. Fontana, the former house drummer for the Louisiana Hayride, joins ...
Here is a little background information about Darius Rucker and the band he formed in college. Darius was born May 13th, 1966; he was raised by a single mother and was one of six children. As a child, Darius sang in his Church choir and was part of his high school choir. After graduating high school he attended the University of South Carolina, which is where the band Hootie & the Blowfish was formed in 1986. It is said that Mark Bryan, a fellow band member, heard Darius singing in the shower and the two became a duo, named Wolf Brothers, before adding in the other two members. Dean Felber joined and then in 1989 Jim “Soni” Sonefeld joined, officially forming Hootie & the Blowfish. The band was signed by Atlantic Records and recorded six albums; all the albums featured songs written by Darius, Mark, and Felber. “The group's blusey harmonica solos—working in tandem with Rucker's de...
From 1957 to 1960, The Beatles appeared to have a hierarchy structure, led by John Lennon. Lennon finalized many decision making issues such as new outfits for the band, who was able to participate in the band, and even what the band would be named. For example, Lennon quickly realized over the years that by working together, and sharing with one another as a group, their band would be at its best. Thus, transformation of a collaboration cycle or group dynamics began. The Beatles clearly demonstrated team work and group cohesion by presenting strong ties they develop over many years. This also included Brian Epstein (dutiful manager) and George Martin (trailblazing producer) (www.danpontefract.com). The group clearly showed consistent feedback and ideas as well as motivating one another. For example, in the September issue of “Innovation in Practice” it is stated, “One would sketch an idea or a song fragment and take it to the other to finish or improve; in some cases, two incomplete songs or song ideas that each had and worked on individually would be combined into a complete song.” Each individual member of The Beatles knew their role in the group. Their interactions, structured re...
The Marvelettes, The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, The Drifters, The Temptations, The Miracles, Stevie Wonder, Gladys Knight & the Pips, The Spinners, Aretha Franklin
Motown created a sound that varied from blues, soul and pop that affected millions of people around the world. The ability to overcome the racist of America was the biggest struggle in becoming one of the world’s famous Black American recording producers. The songs created by Motown’s artists describe the struggle of racism, love and even hate. Marvin Gave sang about how things had changed for Black Americans in “what’s going on” the temptation sang “just my Imagination” like the music coming from the windows in Tin Pan Alley of New York Pop music came from the window in Huntsville, Alabama.
Soon, the brothers recruited a schoolmate of Ray's, Peter Quaife, to play with them; like the Davies brothers, Quaife played guitar, but he switched to bass. By the summer of 1963, the group had decided to call itself the Ravens and had recruited a new drummer, Mickey Willet. Eventually, their demo tape reached Shel Talmy, an American record producer who was under contract to Pye Records. Talmy helped the band land a contract with Pye in 1964. Before signing to the label, the Ravens replaced drummer Willet with Mick Avory.
Motown took the world over by surprise. The vivid and new sounds from Motown artists made screaming dedicated fans all over the world. With the addicted fans, Motown artists raised the bad and opened the eyes of those who thought African Americans would never amount to anything. Although there still happened to be racism, and prejudice, African Americans managed to become recognized and well known for their abilities. Not only were the Motown artists extraordinary talented, but they also were unbelievably strong and persistent for going against all those people out there who discriminated on them. They took the criticisms continued and went on with what they loved to do. One of the most famous groups during the Motown era was the Temptations. With their numerous hits, success, and even some failures, The Temptations strove there way into their fans hearts and earned their names in Motown History.
Jimmy Page played guitar, Robert Plant was the vocalist, John Paul Jones played bass guitar and the keyboard, and John Bonham beat the drums. The group had the complete set up for a band right off the start. They produced their first record in thirty hours to complete their deal with the old Yardbirds. They toured Scandinavia for awhile also to complete their obligations to the Yardbirds.
While studying at the college, he played in a number of local R&B groups in the 1960s before joining the Commodores as a vocalist and saxophone player. In 1968, the Commodores were signed to Atlantic Records and later to Motown Records, first achieving fame as a supporting act for The Jackson 5. The band went on to produce a number of popular records and hit songs such as Easy, Three Times a Lady, Brickhouse and Still.
In early 1970 the band Queen was formed. Freddie Mercury on vocals, Brian May on guitar, Roger Taylor on drums and Mike Gross on bass. They had known each other for years. All living in the town of Kensington in Britain, sometimes even living together. Brian and Roger belonged to a band called Smile, and Freddie was a very talented vocalsit playing for the band Ibex. They decided to join forces, to better themselves, and their chances of obtaining fame and fortune. After a few months with only a few gigs Mike Gross left the band. He was replaced by Barry Mitchell, who only played a few gigs with them. After a few short months they were looking for their third bass player. Roger, was at a party one night and was introduced to John Deacon, an electronics major at the University of London and a good bass player. The two hit it off, and Deacon became the new member of Queen.
How the Beach Boys Started up One of the best bands ever to live was the Beach Boys. The Beach Boys group is made up of Brian Wilson, Carl Wilson, Dennis Wilson, Al Jardine and Mike Love. They all Unconsciously met without knowing that they will become one