Otis Williams, the only living original member of The Temptations talked with us about the history of his group.
Q -- Mr. Williams, according to an industry report posted on The Temptations official website, “The crowds are bigger. The sales (of CDs) are sizzling. The outpouring of affection for this super group has never been greater.” What do you think the reason is for that?
A -- Well, I can’t pinpoint it, but probably because we’re part of such a historical event as Motown. That music that was being made back there in the sixties, has transcended time. Hopefully we are noted for trying to always give our very best at performing. When the people see our name up on the marquee, they know that they are coming to see a group that really goes all out to entertain the fans.
SOURCE: Gary Williams interview with Otis Williams of the Temptations at www.classicbands.com
“After about three lessons [my] voice teacher said, ‘Don’t take voice lessons. Do it your way. You’re a song stylist. Always do it your way.” ~ Johnny Cash
Today is a blogging Holiday for me, but I just wanted to check in today to say that Monday Music Musings will return next Monday.
I also wanted to take time out to apologize for the lack of alternate Thurday postings on new music purchases. Unfortunately money is tight and combined with the fact that no new releases have come to my attention that I am *really* interested – anyway that accounts for the recent lack of posts.
But I do want to assure you that this blog will NOT go away anytime soon. I will continue to post any new and relevant music that moves me while I continue to post regularly on the parent blog - OSML - about those classic Boomer-era oldies that sustain me through the lack of new music in the world of Pop.
“I had to resign myself, many years ago, that I’m not too articulate when it comes to explaining how I feel about things. But my music does it for me, it really does.” ~ David Bowie
