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Howard Hewett
Howard Hewett Jr. (born October 1, 1955) is an American singer–songwriter. Hewett rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the group Shalamar. In 1985, he left the group to pursue his solo career, but he later returned to the group in 2001. He signed with Elektra Records. In 1986, he released his Platinum debut solo album '' I Commit to Love''. Hewett and his group Shalamar contributed material to the '' Beverly Hills Cop'' soundtrack. The soundtrack won a Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media in 1986. Biography Raised in Akron, Ohio, Hewett moved to Los Angeles in 1976, where he first met Jeffrey Daniel and Jody Watley at a club in the LA Crenshaw district. Hewett formed a show group called "Beverly Hills" and toured throughout Europe, the UK, Scandinavia and Asia for all of 1977 till the middle of 1978. After returning from overseas, Hewett started recording for Jeffrey Bowen. In 1978, he got a call from Jeffrey Daniel who was in need of a lead singer and H ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Akron, Ohio
Akron () is a city in Summit County, Ohio, United States, and its county seat. It is the List of municipalities in Ohio, fifth-most populous city in Ohio, with a population of 190,469 at the 2020 United States census, 2020 census. The Akron metropolitan area, covering Summit and Portage County, Ohio, Portage counties, had a population of 702,219. It is located on the western edge of the Glaciated Allegheny Plateau in Northeast Ohio about south of downtown Cleveland. First settled in 1810, the city was founded by Simon Perkins and Paul Williams in 1825 along the Cuyahoga River, Little Cuyahoga River at the summit of the developing Ohio and Erie Canal. The name is derived from the Greek language, Greek word (), signifying a summit or high point. It was briefly renamed South Akron after Eliakim Crosby founded nearby North Akron in 1833, until both merged into an incorporated village in 1836. In the 1910s, Akron doubled in population, making it the nation's fastest-growing city. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jeffrey Bowen
Jeffrey Bowen is an American songwriter and record producer, notable for his work at both Motown Records and Holland-Dozier-Holland's Invictus and Hot Wax labels. Biography He is best known for his work with the groups Chairmen of the Board, Commodores, DeBarge and the Temptations, and singers Rick James and Freda Payne. He wrote Marvin Gaye's song You. Bowen was first married to Ruth Copeland in the early 1970s. Bowen produced three albums for the Temptations: '' In a Mellow Mood'' (1967), ''A Song for You'' (1975), and '' Wings of Love'' (1976). In 1976, he requested Temptation Dennis Edwards Dennis Edwards Jr. (February 3, 1943 – February 1, 2018) was an American soul and R&B singer who was best known as the frontman in The Temptations for Motown Records. Edwards joined the Temptations in 1968, replacing David Ruffin and sang w ... to leave the Temptations and go solo, but however, Bowen had assigned all the leads to Edwards, and then this would make Bowen's last a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brenda Russell
Brenda Russell (née Gordon; born April 8, 1949) is an American singer-songwriter, producer, and keyboardist. Russell has a diverse musical range which encompasses Rhythm and blues, R&B, pop music, pop, soul music, soul, dance music, dance, and jazz. She has received five Grammy nominations, winning in 2017 for writing the music for ''The Color Purple (musical), The Color Purple''. Life and background Both of Russell's parents were musicians. Her mother was a singer/songwriter and her father, Gus Gordon, was a one-time member of the Ink Spots. She spent her early years in Canada after moving to Hamilton, Ontario, at the age of 12. As a teenager she began performing in local bands and was recruited to sing in a Toronto-based girl group called the Tiaras alongside Jackie Richardson, Arlene Trotman, and Colina Phillips. The group's only single, "Where Does All The Time Go", was released on Barry Records in 1968 but was unsuccessful. Career 1960s to 1970s When Russell was 14 years o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Soul Man (song)
"Soul Man" is a 1967 song written and composed by Isaac Hayes and David Porter, first successful as a number 2 hit single by Atlantic Records soul duo Sam & Dave, which consisted of Samuel "Sam" Moore and David "Dave" Prater. In 2019, "Soul Man" was selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry as "culturally, historically, and aesthetically significant" by the Library of Congress. It was No. 463 in "Top 500 Greatest Songs of All Time" by ''Rolling Stone'' in 2010 and No. 458 in 2004. Song history and background Co-author Isaac Hayes found the inspiration for "Soul Man" in the turmoil of the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s. In July 1967, watching a television newscast of the aftermath of the 12th Street riot in Detroit, Michigan, Hayes noted that black residents had marked buildings that had not been destroyed during the riots – mostly African-American owned and operated institutions – with the word "soul". Relating this occurrence to the biblical story ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sam & Dave
Sam & Dave were an American soul and R&B duo who performed together from 1961 until 1981. The tenor (higher) voice was Sam Moore (1935–2025) and the baritone/tenor (lower) voice was Dave Prater (1937–1988). Nicknamed "Double Dynamite", "The Sultans of Sweat", and "The Dynamic Duo" for their gritty, gospel-infused performances, Sam & Dave are considered one of the greatest live acts of the 1960s. Many subsequent musicians have named them as an influence, including Bruce Springsteen, Al Green, Tom Petty, Phil Collins, Michael Jackson, Steve Van Zandt, Elvis Costello, The Jam, Teddy Pendergrass, Billy Joel, and Steve Winwood. The Blues Brothers, who helped create a resurgence of popularity for soul, R&B, and blues in the 1980s, were influenced by Sam & Dave – their biggest hit was a cover of " Soul Man", and their act and stage show contained many homages to the duo. According to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Sam & Dave were the most successful soul duo and brought th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Hangin' With Mr
"Hangin" is a single from the sixth studio album by the Chic, '' Tongue in Chic''. It was the first single from this album and it reached #64 on the UK singles chart in March 1983, spending 1 week on the chart. It was Chic's first chart position in the UK for three and a half years. It just failed to enter US Billboard R&B chart top 40 (peaked at #48). '' Billboard'' said that "street feel is the main suit here, starting with spoken banter and slipping into the crisply syncopated arrangement." Track listing ;Atlantic 7" 89954 October 12, 1982 * A. "Hangin (7" Edit) - 3:35 * B. "City Lights" - 4:26 ;Atlantic promo 12" DMD 371, 1982 * A. "Hangin - 5:13 * B. "Hangin (7" Edit) - 3:35 References 1982 singles Chic (band) songs Songs written by Bernard Edwards Songs written by Nile Rodgers Song recordings produced by Nile Rodgers Song recordings produced by Bernard Edwards 1982 songs {{1980s-single-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Theme Music
Theme music is a musical composition which is often written specifically for radio programming, television shows, video games, or films and is usually played during the title sequence, opening credits, closing credits, and in some instances at some point during the program. The purpose of a theme song is often similar to that of a leitmotif. The phrase theme song or signature tune may also be used to refer to a signature song that has become especially associated with a particular performer or dignitary, often used as they make an entrance. Purpose From the 1950s onwards, theme music, and especially theme songs also became a valuable source of additional revenue for Hollywood film studios, many of which launched their own recording arms. This period saw the beginning of more methodical cross-promotion of music and movies. One of the first big successes, which proved very influential, was the theme song for ''High Noon'' (1952). Types Television Theme music has been a featur ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Forever And Ever (Howard Hewett Album)
''Forever and Ever'' is the second solo studio album by American singer-songwriter Howard Hewett. It was released in 1988 via Elektra Records. Recording sessions for this ten-track album took place at fourteen various recording studios in California. Production was primarily handled by Hewett, along with Monty Seward, Vincent Brantley, George Duke, Tom Keane, Jerry Knight and Aaron Zigman. The album peaked at number 110 on the us ''Billboard'' 200 album chart and at number 30 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. It was supported by three hit singles: "Strange Relationship", "Once, Twice, Three Times" and "Forever and Ever". "Strange Relationship" and "Once, Twice, Three Times" made it to the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, reaching number 9 and number 15 respectively. Track listing Personnel and credits Musicians * Howard Hewett – lead vocals, backing vocals (1, 2, 3, 5–8, 10), vocal arrangements (1-5, 7-10), music arrangements (3) * Monty Seward – keyboards (1, 3, 6) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
This Is For The Lover In You
"This Is for the Lover in You" is a song written by Howard Hewett, member of the trio Shalamar, and songwriter Dana Meyers. The track was originally recorded by Shalamar and appeared on their 1980 Platinum album, '' Three for Love''. The song was the third single released from their album, ''Three for Love''. The single peaked at No. 17 on the U.S. R&B chart in 1981. In 2009, ''Essence'' magazine included the song in their list of the "25 Best Slow Jams of All Time". The song's main melody bears resemblance to Teddy Pendergrass' hit " Close the Door" (1978) and Michael Jackson's hit "Rock with You" (1979). Charts Babyface version "This Is for the Lover in You" was later remade by American singer, songwriter, and record producer Babyface for his fourth studio album, '' The Day'' (1996). It features LL Cool J and the former members of Shalamar: Howard Hewett, Jody Watley, and Jeffrey Daniel. The Babyface version was a successful hit, reaching #6 on the US Hot 100 chart, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A Night To Remember (Shalamar Song)
"A Night to Remember" is a song by American R&B group Shalamar. It was released in 1982 as the second single from their sixth studio album, ''Friends''. The song was written by Nidra Beard of Dynasty, Dana Meyers and Charmaine Sylvers of the Sylvers. Charts Certifications 911 version English boy band 911 covered "A Night to Remember" (retitled as "Night to Remember") as their debut single and the lead single from their debut album, '' The Journey'' (1997). It was released on April 29, 1996, and peaked at number 38 on the UK Singles Chart. Charts Release history Liberty X version English-Irish pop group Liberty X covered "A Night to Remember" and released it as the second single from their third studio album, '' X'' (2005). The single was released in the UK on November 14, 2005, as the official ''Children in Need 2005'' charity single, charting at number six on the UK Singles Chart. Track listings UK CD1 # "A Night to Remember" (radio edit) – 3:02 # "Everyb ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Make That Move (song)
''Three for Love'' is the fourth album by American R&B group Shalamar, released in 1980 on the SOLAR label. It was produced by Leon Sylvers III and features the 'classic' Shalamar line-up (Jeffrey Daniel, Howard Hewett and Jody Watley). ''Three for Love'' has been certified Gold in the United States for sales of over 500,000. The album eventually went Platinum. It peaked at #8 on the R&B chart and #40 on the ''Billboard'' chart. In 2002, ''Three for Love'' was re-released by Sanctuary Records in the United Kingdom in a two-for-one CD format with Shalamar's previous album '' Big Fun''. Reception AllMusic rated the album four and a half out of five stars. Music critic Robert Christgau graded it "A−". Writer Colin Larkin rated it three out of five. The album had sold over 875,000 copies by July 1982. The single "Make That Move" sold more than 535,000 units. The album was ranked 43 on "The 80 Greatest Albums of 1980" by ''Rolling Stone''. Track listing Personnel Shalamar ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Second Time Around (Shalamar Song)
"The Second Time Around" is a 1979 hit by Los Angeles–based group Shalamar. The song is the first single from their album, '' Big Fun''. Released in August 1979, the single went to number one on the soul chart and was their most successful hit on the Hot 100 pop chart, reaching number eight in early 1980. "The Second Time Around" also went to number one on the disco/dance chart in January 1980. The song was produced by Leon Sylvers III, who cowrote the song with William Shelby. In 1980, the band made a promotion of "The Second Time Around" for the radio station KJR in Seattle, called "The Sonics Came to Play," dedicated to the Seattle SuperSonics who had won the NBA Championship the previous year. Samples Missy Elliott interpolated it in her song "Is This Our Last Time?" from her ''This Is Not a Test!'' album. Charts See also * List of number-one dance singles of 1980 (U.S.) * List of number-one R&B singles of 1980 (U.S.) *List of post-disco artists and songs The term p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
