Jonathan Butler Sarah Sarah

 In 1988, it was a great time for music of all genres. South Africa had a guy with a exception voice and charm. Jonathan Butler was his name. His voice processed a Raw Talent which dazzled many who would listen to him. He was young and a Work of Art in the music world at that time. His live performances were bold and full of music and cheer from his world and ours. Take a moment and enjoy this tune that was featured in 1988 in both R&B and on the Jazz Charts. It`s worth remembering.
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Ray Chapa Blog: dianne reeves - come in

Ray Chapa Blog: dianne reeves - come in: Smooth Jazz by one of the best, Dianne Reeves. Voice of an angel some say, So Strong in Character and Form. Dianne has been compared to so...

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dianne reeves - come in

Smooth Jazz by one of the best, Dianne Reeves. Voice of an angel some say, So Strong in Character and Form. Dianne has been compared to some of the Great Ladies of Jazz from the past. Her voice will spread over octaves at random and still flow as gently as the wind blows. There will always be a special part in my heart for her lovely voice, and I hope yours too.
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Ray Chapa Blog: Where Do We Go from Here - Enchantment ( A Sexy So...

Ray Chapa Blog: Where Do We Go from Here - Enchantment ( A Sexy So...: Enchantment were one of the very last "sweet soul" groups of the '70s to reach fruition and chart success .     Biography Formed in...

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Where Do We Go from Here - Enchantment ( A Sexy Soul Jam )

Enchantment were one of the very last "sweet soul" groups of the '70s to reach fruition and chart success.    

Biography

Formed in the late 60s at Detroit's Pershing High School, Enchantment became one of the most enjoyable but underrated groups of the late 70s and early 80s. Consisting of lead singer Emanuel "EJ" Johnson, Bobby Green, Mickey Clanton, Joe Thomas and Dave Banks, Enchantment was for many years a local favorite, playing gigs in the Detroit area while hoping to ultimately score a record contract.  

Beginnings

Enchantment first joined forces in the late 60s at Detroit's Pershing High School. The group obtained their first recording contract by winning first place in a 1969 talent contest sponsored by local Detroit radio station WCHB. In 1970, Enchantment joined forces with Artists International, a talent development agency for up-and-coming artists (founded by renowned manager Dick Scott). For the next several years, Enchantment began to hone their craft, concentrating on stage presence, choreography etc. by performing in numerous clubs around the city.     

Success

By 1976, Enchantment had its first big break by signing with music industry veteran and internationally known pop artist Sid Maurer (the "Daddy of NuPOP Art"), Tash Howard and Fred Frank on their Roadshow Records imprint. Then they released their self-entitled debut album, Enchantment. Two singles from the album would chart very well on the R&B Charts. "Gloria" at number five and "Sunshine" at number three. The self-contained group would enter the studio in the fall of 1977, and recorded their second album, Once Upon A Dream. The album was a gem, far surpassing its predecessor charting on the R&B album charts at eight and Pop Albums charts at 46. It features the crossover ballad "It's You That I Need" which charted at number one on the R&B charts. Unfortunately, while Once Upon A Dream should have thrust the group to A-list status, it would became Enchantment's commercial peak. Journey to the Land Of... Enchantment would be Enchantment's third and final album with Roadshow. Released in 1979, this would be their final album that would chart well on the R&B charts coming in at number 25. ⁽Note Bobby Green was dismissed from the group after the first album).                                                                                       Enchantment,one of my favorite groups of the 70s and very underrated. Their presents on stage and in the studio embellished every one who would viewed them. With the clear quality of tonal vocals in such a wide range ( Very popular at the time), they dazzled people of all ages with Soulful Melodies as they always had. A great group of that time period perfectly named to execute their musical talent. Please enjoy this Lovely Tune as I have over the years. I`m sure it will become one of your favorites too.
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Ray Chapa Blog: The Moments ~ Love On A Two Way Street, Classic ...

Ray Chapa Blog: The Moments ~ Love On A Two Way Street, Classic ...: " Love on a Two-Way Street " is a Soul ballad written by Sylvia Robinson and Bert Keyes in 1968. The song was originally recorded by Lez...

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The Moments ~ Love On A Two Way Street, Classic R&B

"Love on a Two-Way Street" is a Soul ballad written by Sylvia Robinson and Bert Keyes in 1968. The song was originally recorded by Lezli Valentine, an artist signed to All Platinum, the record label that Sylvia Robinson co-owned with her husband, Joe. The song was then recorded by The Moments, an R&B vocal group signed to All Platinum subsidiary Stang Records, as filler for their 1968 album Not on the Outside, But on the Inside, Strong!. Sylvia and Joe decided to release the song as a single in March 1970 and it went on to become one of the biggest R&B hits of that year, spending five weeks at number one on Billboard's Soul Singles chart and reaching number three on the Hot 100 chart.^[1] It was also certified gold by the RIAA for sales of one million copies. Willie and The Mighty Magnificents provided most of the musical backing on the song and Burt Keyes created the string arrangement that was overdubbed onto the track while also playing piano on the recording session. Over the years to come, many had re-released the song adding more magic to what was already there. Such people were, Cotillion Records artist Stacy Lattisaw recorded and released her own version of the song and it too was a chart success in the U.S., peaking at number two R&B and number twenty six on the Hot 100.^[2] The song was also covered by Gloria Estefan for her 1994 album, Hold Me, Thrill Me, Kiss Me.  In their day as the Moments, trouble with management came to be but the group with it`s brilliant sound wouldn`t let that interfere with the music at hand. By the year 1979, They then became the Group called- Ray, Goodman, and Brown with hits including Special Lady, Inside of You, and Happy Anniversary in their line-up. These tunes were well worth the wait as time dictated. So take a few minutes- Sit back and enjoy this Great R&B Classic Ballad, You will be happy you did.
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