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 Jet: Temptations On Cloud Nine With Hit Album, Top TV Miniseries And New Fan Base.@ HighBeam Research
The keepers of the original Motown sound are winning a whole new set of fans with the group's latest album, Phoenix Rising, which, at JET press time, had been on Billboard's Top R&B albums chart for 10 weeks and was quickly approaching gold status.
Temptations On Cloud Nine With Hit Album, Top TV Miniseries And New Fan Base.
Making a comeback as a recording artist is often a difficult thing to do, but when you're as legendary as the Temptations, anything is possible.
highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?docid=1G1:53365350&refid=ink_tptd_mag   (231 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Ron Tyson, Ollie Ali Woodson, Reflections, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
The new album, The Temptations Phoenix Rising, debuts this week at No. 10 on Billboard's RandB Album chart while the new song "Stay" hits No. 1 on Billboard Monitor's Urban/AC chart and RandR's Urban/AC chart.
This is one of the Temptations classic "message songs" this album doesn't include either "Cloud Nine" or "Message to a Black Man", but it's cool cuz "Ball of Confusion" is enough to give the uninitiated the feeling of 1970.
The "Temptin' Temptations" is a classic...been trying to locate a replacement for my damaged one for years...a very hard task...I have four favorite ones: "Meet The Temptations", "Live at the Roostertail", "Masterpiece", and "Just For You" each one represents a different era and style in their music.
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3743 words)

  
 The Temptations
In 1998, the Temptations returned with "Phoenix Rising"; that same year, their story was also the subject of a well-received NBC television miniseries.
In 1982, Ruffin and Kendrick rejoined the Temptations for the reunion album and a wildly successful tour.
The Temptations were initially formed from two Detroit-based vocal harmony groups: the Primes (a trio of relocated Alabamans that included Eddie Kendricks and Paul Williams) and the Distants (a quintet whose members included Otis Williams, Melvin Franklin and Elbridge Bryant).
www.classicbands.com /temptations.html   (3743 words)

  
 Ear-Resistable by The Temptations: Album Reviews
Their 1997 CD Phoenix Rising was their first CD to ever go platinum.
The Temptations : Albums : Ear-Resistable : Album Reviews
Although many people may still have an image of one particular Temptations lineup, the 1964-1968 group, the group has persevered over everything from exiting members to label indifference.
mp3.cnet.com /albums/426756/reviews.html   (3743 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Ron Tyson, Ollie Ali Woodson, Reflections, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
The new album, The Temptations Phoenix Rising, debuts this week at No. 10 on Billboard's RandB Album chart while the new song "Stay" hits No. 1 on Billboard Monitor's Urban/AC chart and RandR's Urban/AC chart.
The "Temptin' Temptations" is a classic...been trying to locate a replacement for my damaged one for years...a very hard task...I have four favorite ones: "Meet The Temptations", "Live at the Roostertail", "Masterpiece", and "Just For You" each one represents a different era and style in their music.
The Temptations also tackle two songs that were hits for Gaye and Tammi Terrell: "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing" (Top 10 Pop/#1 R&B in 1968), with guest vocals by Vann Johnson, and "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" (Top 20 Pop in 1967 and #1 Pop for Diana Ross in 1970).
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3743 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
The new album, The Temptations Phoenix Rising, debuts this week at No. 10 on Billboard's RandB Album chart while the new song "Stay" hits No. 1 on Billboard Monitor's Urban/AC chart and RandR's Urban/AC chart.
This is one of the Temptations classic "message songs" this album doesn't include either "Cloud Nine" or "Message to a Black Man", but it's cool cuz "Ball of Confusion" is enough to give the uninitiated the feeling of 1970.
The "Temptin' Temptations" is a classic...been trying to locate a replacement for my damaged one for years...a very hard task...I have four favorite ones: "Meet The Temptations", "Live at the Roostertail", "Masterpiece", and "Just For You" each one represents a different era and style in their music.
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3305 words)

  
 The Temptations Biography and Update at Soul Tracks
Unexpectedly, things exploded again for the group in 1998, as the TV miniseries adaptation of Otis Williams’ autobiography captured the nation and the group released Phoenix Rising, a fine album that bridged the traditional Temptations sound with modern beats and arrangements.
The Temptations continued to chart at lower levels through the mid-70s, but Whitfield’s magic ultimately wore out, and a number of subsequent mediocre albums with Jeffrey Bowen and other Motown producers completed the group’s slide.
The Temptations are the most important soul group of the last half century.
www.soultracks.com /temptations.htm   (1360 words)

  
 Thug Radio
In 1998, the Temptations returned with Phoenix Rising; that same year, their story was also the subject of a well-received NBC television miniseries.
When the Temptations left Motown for Atlantic Records, Tyson was a key participant in the Tempts' two Atlantic albums, and co-wrote their most successful single "In A Lifetime."
None of Tyson's songs appeared on Goin' Up In Smoke but he contributed backing vocals, and merited a Very Special Thanks To, on the album cover along with Allan Felder.
thugradio.net /temptations-main.html   (2335 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Ron Tyson, Ollie Ali Woodson, Reflections, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
Audio Interview: David Ruffin/Eddie Kendricks and Temptations Music - 45 min David Ruffin/Eddie Kendricks Audio Interview (1991): featuring Eddie Kendricks and David Ruffin giving us the history of the Temptations, their perspectives on the music industry and more.
The book, "A Memoir: David Ruffin--My Temptation", authored by his former ("common-law") wife, Genna Sapia-Ruffin, weaves a riveting, heart-wrenching story of her life with the world-famous Temptations lead singer.
It's the "David Ruffinless" Temptations going through their many personnel changes during the 1970's full of BADD AZZ SLOW JAMS and STANK FUNK, I mean that "stone cold southern FONK"
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3743 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Ron Tyson, Ollie Ali Woodson, Reflections, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
The group's new album, ``The Temptations Phoenix Rising,'' released by Motown Aug. 11, stands as a testament to those longstanding efforts _ and to the additional talents of Ron Tyson, Barrington Henderson, Terry Weeks, and Harry McGillberry.
The point of the album's title, says Williams, is mostly to show that ``the Temps,'' even without original members Melvin Franklin, Paul Williams, Eddie Kendricks, and David Ruffin, will continue to put out quality music.
Audio Interview: David Ruffin/Eddie Kendricks and Temptations Music - 45 min David Ruffin/Eddie Kendricks Audio Interview (1991): featuring Eddie Kendricks and David Ruffin giving us the history of the Temptations, their perspectives on the music industry and more.
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3743 words)

  
 Phoenix Rising (Temptations album) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Phoenix Rising is a 1998 album by The Temptations for the Motown label, featuring the debut of new Temptations Barrington "Bo" Henderson, Terry Weeks, and Harry McGillberry.
The album, the Temptation's first million-selling album in twenty years, features the hit single "Stay", which samples the group's 1965 hit "My Girl".
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Phoenix_Rising_(Temptations_album)   (110 words)

  
 David Martin - Anyway Music Video - Cast
Fischer has produced and arranged for Aretha Franklin, Patti Austen and The Temptations, including their 1998 platinum album, Phoenix Rising.
She flew out from Phoenix especially for the "Anyway" shoot.
As producer of the single "Anyway" for David Martin, Fischer has truly put his heart into the project and it shows in his video performance.
www.davidmartinmusic.com /anyway-cast.html   (110 words)

  
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The cover to The Temptations' 1998 album Phoenix Rising.
Woodson remained with The Temptations until 1987, when he was replaced by a returning (for the second time) Dennis Edwards.
Over the course of their career, The Temptations have released four number-one pop hit singles and 14 number-one RandB hit singles.
www.textileiworld.com /wiki-The_Temptations   (4469 words)

  
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Ron has been an integral part of the latest success for The Temptations with the criticly acclaimed "For lovers only album", the platinum selling "Phoenix Rising", the fantastic "Earrisitable" and the Gramy winning "Awsome".
Ron has been a massive part of the legendary Temptations now for the last two decades and next to founding member Otis Williams he is currently the temps longest serving member.
Ron Tyson has been performing with The Temptations now for over 20 years as their first tenor.
www.seanlivesey.com /featuredartistsaug.html   (1378 words)

  
 The beat will go on for Motown Records
Billie Bullock, comanager of the Temptations, said preparing for a new label would be "premature for us." The quintet's "Phoenix Rising" album, released last summer, has sold more than a million copies to be the group's biggest hit in 20 years.
Ross' publicist confirmed Thursday that the singer's new album will be released in April with the Motown name.
The Motown Museum on West Grand Boulevard, a nonprofit organization run by the Gordy family, is not financially linked to the current Motown label or its corporate parent.
www.freep.com /motownat40/stories/qmotown22.htm   (573 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Ron Tyson, Ollie Ali Woodson, Reflections, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
Dennis Edwards and the Temptations in perfect group harmony.
You may be correct about "Cloud Nine", but all I remember about that album cover is the "pink swirls" on the cover, I don't recall any pictures of the group being on it.
Thanks for the details on "Cloud Nine".....I had forgotten about them being on the album cover amdist all the "pink swirls".
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3743 words)

  
 David Martin (US) - Band page with free MP3 music downloads on SoundClick
Among the musicians inhabiting the well-appointed tour bus with Martin is multi-instrumentalist Jimi Fischer (Aretha Franklin, Patti Austen), who produced King David's Throne and The Temptations' RIAA certified platinum album, Phoenix Rising.
Indeed, King David's Throne has already won the approval of the media, and the radio charts continue to bow to “Anyway” and “Chillin'.” The album contains many surprises, and one of particular note is Martin's seductive rendering of the classic rock hit, “Make It With You,” by Bread.
David Martin has embarked on his dream of a solo career, writing and performing original music for a larger audience.
www.soundclick.com /bands/5/davidmartinus.htm   (990 words)

  
 The Temptations - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The cover to The Temptations' 1998 album Phoenix Rising.
The current Temptations lineup of Otis Williams, Ron Tyson, Terry Weeks, new lead singer G.C. Cameron from The Spinners, and new bass Joe Herndon continue to record and perform on tour.
Among the most notable future Temptations were lead singers David Ruffin and Dennis Edwards (both of whom became successful Motown solo artists after leaving the group), Richard Street (another former Distant), Damon Harris, Ron Tyson, Ali-Ollie Woodson, Theo Peoples, and G.C. Cameron.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/The_Temptations   (5348 words)

  
 Classic Soul - Temptin Temptations, David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, Geena Ruffin, Temps, Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Paul Williams, Ron Tyson, Ollie Ali Woodson, Reflections, Awesome, 20th Century Masters, Phoenix Rising
The point of the album's title, says Williams, is mostly to show that ``the Temps,'' even without original members Melvin Franklin, Paul Williams, Eddie Kendricks, and David Ruffin, will continue to put out quality music.
The Temptations also tackle two songs that were hits for Gaye and Tammi Terrell: "Ain't Nothing Like The Real Thing" (Top 10 Pop/#1 R&B in 1968), with guest vocals by Vann Johnson, and "Ain't No Mountain High Enough" (Top 20 Pop in 1967 and #1 Pop for Diana Ross in 1970).
One song they did previously record but as a duet with The Supremes in 1968 is "Try It Baby," which had been a Pop Top 20 for Gaye in 1964.
www.soul-patrol.com /soul/temps.htm   (3743 words)

  
 The beat will go on for Motown Records
Billie Bullock, comanager of the Temptations, said preparing for a new label would be "premature for us." The quintet's "Phoenix Rising" album, released last summer, has sold more than a million copies to be the group's biggest hit in 20 years.
Artists from his Kedar Entertainment company -- including Erykah Badu and Chico DeBarge -- are expected to land on the Universal/Motown roster.
"As far as we know at this point, we're still on Motown, they're still working the record, and until we're told otherwise, that's the way it is," Bullock said from her Los Angeles office.
www.freep.com /motownat40/stories/qmotown22.htm   (3743 words)

  
 Temptations, The: Phoenix Rising (Motown, 1998.01.01)
On Phoenix Rising, the Temptations are doing it the same way they did it the first time around--with soul, harmony and feeling.
The album gets off to an excellent start with "Stay," a lilting, mid-tempo mood setter that samples the opening riffs of "My Girl"; the red-light special became their highest charting singles in years.
Ali Woodson and Theo Peoples were replaced by Harry McGilberry Jr.
www.audio-music.info /t/CD-1234.htm   (1039 words)

  
 The beat will go on for Motown Records
Billie Bullock, comanager of the Temptations, said preparing for a new label would be "premature for us." The quintet's "Phoenix Rising" album, released last summer, has sold more than a million copies to be the group's biggest hit in 20 years.
"As far as we know at this point, we're still on Motown, they're still working the record, and until we're told otherwise, that's the way it is," Bullock said from her Los Angeles office.
Amid sweeping changes Thursday that kicked off an overhaul of the Universal Music Group, the world's biggest record company, Detroit buzzed over word that Motown was among the downsizing victims.
www.freep.com /motownat40/stories/qmotown22.htm   (573 words)

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