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"My name is Tiffani Laws and I'm 13. Ever since I watched the movie it's been stuck in my head. It really distracts me during school. The movie just replays in my head during class. But it is a great movie and I don't really like horror movies. The actors were great too!" Tiffani Laws

"Hey, whats up? My name is Nick and I have been a fan of American Head Charge for a long time, I just didn't know much about them. Your site is cool and helped me learn a little more about the band and its members. I grew up in Minnesota and I'm pretty sure that AHC came from Minneapolis, but I'm not entirely sure. Do you know if this is true? You have a cool site and I like it. I was just wondering if there is anyway that I could get a screen saver or background of the band somehow? If so, let me know. Thanks. A Big Fan," Nick

Glad you enjoyed the article. Yes, AHC is from Minneapolis. For more background info and computer artwork, check out their website at www.headcharge.com.

"American Head Charge's CD is the fuckin' best and I hope they make another CD as good as this. L8erz!" BBallplay

For you old folks wondering, I'm pretty sure L8erz means later. Thanks a lot Avril Lavigne!

"I think American Head Charge is the shi*! I love their music, and I really think they should come a little closer to Lancaster. (Yeah, right!) But if they ever do, all my friends are gonna be there. Peace and much love to AHC, and great article. We love you guys!" MudvayneMan

"Hi, I write to talk about American Head Charge. I just bought the album a few days ago , cuz I live in France and things seem to take long to reach our continent, and I think it is wicked massive shit. I am amazed by this band. I was waiting for sumthin like this a long time. The last good American band was System of a Down according to me. I am quite impressed that these guys resist to the temptation of being commercial...for now at least. The only shit that dissapoints me (according to ur article) is that they have nothing political. It's a pity, since they have such a name. Burning US flags is provocative but it would be more intelligent to have words behind it, Cock has really good lyrics, why not talk about politics? Doing sumthing becuz it looks cool is really gay, but...they are so talented! I'd love to see one of their shows but not until they are more famous (Europe) and I hope not with any mtv or any commercial shit. Bye." Francois

"Hi. I am a big AHC fan. I live in Minneapolis, MN so I have seen AHC since their days of playing shows at First Ave. and other small clubs. If you like The War of Art, I really think you should look for Trepenation. It is their first CD and my favorite. I just thought you might like it." NSMarty

"Hi I am trying to buy the song 'Move It Like This.' I read it was supposed to be released in Oct. 2001 but I can't find it in stores or on Amazon.com. My daughters' dance teacher was going to use the song for their dance school. Do you have any clue where I can buy it or when it will be released. We only hear it on Radio Disney. Thanks" Amy

The new Baha Men album was delayed a bit, but from what I hear it is supposed to be released in March 2002. Also, the song will be the single from the soundtrack to the Frankie Muniz film Big Fat Liar. If you can't find it the Baha Men album at local stores, you should be able to get it through Amazon.com at the following link: Move It Like This.

"Hi. I need some information. Can you please tell me the year & date the song 'Who Let the Dogs Out' was released on the radio? Is this song a remake? Are there any other groups that sing this song and if so, who?" Laurie Guerra

"Who Let the Dogs Out" was originally written by Anslem Douglas. He recorded the song sometime in the late 90s, though to my knowledge it was never released in the US. Rapper Chuck Smooth also used the chorus in his song of the same name in 1999. The hit single version was released in the summer of 2000 by the Baha Men.

"Could you help me find the name of a song I have heard? I'm told it's by the Baha Men but I'm not sure, some of the words are 'Doctor Doctor can you help me with my belly ache?' And a different singer says you put the lime in the coconut and drink it all up. That's all I know. Do you know the song? Thanks sooooo much." Gail

The song is called "Coconut" and it's on the Baha Men album Move It Like This. It's a remake of an older song by Nilsson, who also recorded the song "Without You" which was remade by Mariah Carey a few years back.

The band has seen several lineup changes through the years� finally settling on the current lineup that includes: vocalists Rick Carey, Omerit Hield and Marvin Prosper; guitarists Herschel Small (who is also the band�s musical director) and Patrick Carey; percussionists Anthony "Monks" Flowers and Colyn "Mo" Grant; keyboardist Jeffrey Chea; and bassist and group leader Isaiah Taylor.

"Hello, darling men. I'm Natalia, from Russia. I like 'Who Let the Dogs Out' very, very much. Just super!!!" Natalia

"I love the movie, My Father, The Hero... and I saw on your site that the Baha Men have an older CD that has one of the songs from the movie. I am not sure, but they do one song where the lyrics are something like this: 'I'm going back to find her, in the land of sea and sun...' Do you know which song I am thinking about??? I have looked and looked for it... Please let me know. Thanks a bunch." Bonny Seese

Yes, I know that song. It's called "Land of the Sea and Sun" and it's the last song on the Baha Men's first album Junkanoo. It's still available at many record stores, or you can buy it at Amazon.com. It may also appear on the upcoming Baha Men compilation Greatest Movie Hits. I haven't seen a listing of what is going to be used on that album, but this song was a movie tune, so it's quite possible. Good luck in finding it!

"Do the Baha Men make up these songs or get them from different islands?" MeChristlin

The Baha Men mostly write their own songs, but they do also usually record at least one or two songs an album written by other artists.

"Yo, this is Billy, the Baha Men's no.1 fan. I love the song 'Who Let the Dogs Out. My girlfriend Jen does also. She loves the guys. Sincerely," Billy and Jen

"Took my eight-year-old grandson last night to see the Baha Men at Great Adventure-Six Flags in Jackson, New Jersey. We both thought they were the greatest. This was the first time my grandson saw a group in concert. I saw them last year. They put on a great show. I see they will be in Atlantic City. Hope I can get tickets to see them there." B. Ernst

"I think 'Who Let the Dogs Out' is cool. We always have it at our school discos. It is wicked." Anna Wilcox

"I would like to know if Baha Men have a song out called 'Summertime Girls.' This is the song from American Wedding, just when the bachelor party starts." J.J. MacKinnon

Yes, that song is "Summertime Girls" by the Baha Men in the movie. MTV also used the song in its promos for the film. Unfortunately, to my knowledge, the song has never been released -- it is not on any of the Baha Men albums, nor is it on the American Wedding soundtrack. It's possible that the song will show up on the band's next album Holla which is due to come out later this year (2004), but more likely it is just a song that was recorded specifically for the film and will never be officially released. (Ed. note 9/04: The song WAS included on the Holla disk.)

"I think it's great that they got the band back together. There was a video of a song that the Bangles did that had them all in black dress's that were either pleated or in strips. When they all moved in time with the music, it was particularly effective. I don't remember the name of the song. Best wishes" Chris Bebb - Australia

"Wasn't there a band member, the cute one, who was nude in a movie? If only I had her... Where's the pics?" Tom B.

I'm not sure which band you are writing about, we've interviewed dozens of bands. On a guess I'd say you're probably talking about the Bangles. If so, Susanna Hoffs never appeared nude in a film, but she did have one scene in panties and a t-shirt in The Allnighter. I've got no idea where you could find pictures of it though.

"Hello there. My name is Alexandra, and I have a question for you. You see, I am doing a school project for media studies on the Barenaked Ladies (cuz they're so cool!) and my teacher said she'd really like to know how the band came up with their name. Being the suck up that I am, I wanted to find out, if you know the story behind that I'd really appreciate you replying to this email. thanx for your time." Alexandra

In the past the band has said that they came up with the name when they were first starting out because they thought it seem exotic and would get them noticed. A lot of bands take on sort of outrageous names early on and then have to live them down later, and I think the guys kind of feel that way about the name now.

"Hi, just want to know if Brian Wilson in the song of the same name is the guy from the Beach Boys or the other guy that has a radio talk show in the US. If it is the second one, why did they chose to make a song about him? Never heard from him before. Thanks and just bought the Barenaked Ladies greatest hits. It's GREAT!" Denis and Jos�e

Brian Wilson is absolutely about the Beach Boys leader. The lyrics quote from some Beach Boys titles (like "Fun, Fun, Fun" and "Smiley Smile.") The line "Lying in bed like Brian Wilson did," refers to a period in the 70s when Wilson was under the influence of some serious drugs and refused to leave his bed for months. Wilson was apparently impressed enough with the song to do it on his album Live at the Roxy Theatre. I'm not familiar with the talk show guy either.

"Hullo! I have a project out of the Toronto area, in conjunction with sister projects out of NYC and Austrailia, which would be right up the BNL charity alley. It involves teaching kids peace. I have no idea or clue how to contact them, via a manager or agent. Can you be of any help in directing me to one of those avenues? To contact them directly or indirectly...I simply need to contact them. This is very exciting stuff and they would be perfect for it coming from Toronto themselves. Any/all help would be appreciated." Lynn

"My family and I first heard Barenaked Ladies music on a TV commercial. The song 'One Week' was used in a Mitsubishi Lancer ad. We live in Perth, Western Australia. No one I asked had ever heard the song or knew who performed it. After weeks of searching about I finally found their CD. The whole family thinks its great. My 9 year old daughter makes us play it in the car all the time. Maybe one of these days they could come to Perth! Anyway, just thought I'd let you know we like their music." Peter Hodgson

"Working on a project with High School students. I need to know if the is anything in the material of The Barenaked Ladies music group that parents would take offense to. If not the students will be writing some reviews to be publish in some popular publications. Thank you," Barbara Hausenfluck, Editor - The Brag Rag

I don't see any reason that parents would have a problem with students listening to Barenaked Ladies. Their name is about as suggestive as they get.

"Good morning, we have always enjoyed the Barenaked Ladies' music. I thought the name was great, not degrading, but catchy. My daughter is doing a project for school, she had to choose a song and then answer a lot of questions about the group. She has decided to choose 'If I had a $1,000,000.' My question for you is what year was it that the mayor of Toronto would not let the guys play New Years Eve in front of City Hall because of your name. This has been her favorite song since she has been young, we lived just outside of Barrie at the time and I can not think of the year. This would mean a lot for her if we knew the year. Thank you for your time and all the best in the future. Sincerely," Susan Karsten

I believe that the problem the band had with the mayor of Toronto was in 1991.

"Hi guys! The year you made 'If I Had A $1,000,000' (Nov 1992 to be exact) 4 of us (all nurses and moms) won $1,000,000 in the BC49.Your song was our theme song. We are coming to your concert in Kelowna B.C. 0n Mar 31 to celebrate one of our group's 49th birthday (front row!!!) It would make our day if you acknowledged her at your concert. Whadayathink????? !!!!!" Colleen, Andrea, Kim and Patti

Sorry, we're not the band, we're just a web mag that interviewed them, but best of luck.

"I've been listening to Peabo's music since 78-79. My sister Evelyn told me about this brother who could melt the heart of any girl with his voice. So I heard Reaching for the Sky and that was it, Peabo was the 'MAN.' From that moment on I have purchased every last one of his albums or CDs. Almost all his songs I can remember where I was at and what I was doing, but his song "I'm So Into You" came at a time I was falling in love for the very first time. It gave me a very warm feeling of love and wanting to be loved. Everytime I hear that song, I remember Renita, my very first love... for I was so into her. I'm sorry to say that I never had the opportunity to see or hear Peabo in person, and can you believe that he and my other favorite singer are in concert together tonight. My job is killing me by not letting me off to go hear them in San Diego, Calif. The other singer is Oleta Adams. You tell Peabo that before he stops singing I will get to one of his concerts. Relive old memories and let his songs of LOVE carry me to a place in my heart that only his music can do. Thank you, Peabo Bryson for more than twenty years of wonderful music of love. As the seasons change, our lives change too. Some good and then there is the bad, but I'm glad glad to know that Peabo's music will always carry the same message, and that is love will lead the way to Our happiness. Peabo continue to reach for the sky, for when I look at the shining star's I know that the one shining bright is yours. For God puts the stars in the sky and I know he is well pleased with your songs and you." Michael B. Davis

"I really enjoyed the great article on Peabo! I have an autographed copy of his first album with Bang Records. I met him when he was a guest on James Brown's FUTURE SHOCK back in the mid seventies. I was in a group called Teakwood. We had recorded a song that I composed called 'Suddenly You're My Life' and were getting the runaround from James Brown about getting on his show. A few weeks later and a visit from our manager did land us on the show. Of course, we were young and dumb and didn't realize, at the time, that our record deal was a one shot production, not a legitimate long term contract and we didn't own the production. Consequently, when we recorded our first album a year later, it did not include the song we did on FUTURE SHOCK. Ironically, we negotiated with Bang Records for months, but were never signed. At that time, Brick, Peabo and Paul Davis were doing well for them. Anyway, thanks for a great article on Peabo. His singing style influenced two compositions that I know He could do a masterful job of singing; 'Love Me Love' and 'Lisa, Feel My Love Surround You.' I wish him continued success! He is really a down to earth kind of guy! Musically yours," Fred Forsh ASCAP

"I was reading the bio of Peabo Bryson. I remember an album the title was Peabo to me that was his best work. But no one makes any reference to the album at all. It's like it never exited. If memory serves me it came out in 1974 or 1975. I still say that was the best album of songs I ever heard. Could you give me information on that period of time and the album? Thank you." Alaine

The Peabo album, which included Peabo's early singles "Underground Music," "Just Another Day" and "I Can Make It Better" was Bryson's debut album and came out in 1976. It was Bryson's only album on Bullet Records, a subsidiary label of Bang Records. Bang was a big label in the 60s with artists like Van Morrison and Neil Diamond, but by the 70s it hit hard times and closed down. Bryson moved over to Capitol Records and became a star with the "Reaching For the Sky" album. Peabo has been long out of print although you can still find vinyl copies of the album at used record stores. Also, the three singles mentioned above were included in the 2001 2-CD "Peabo Bryson Anthology" that was released by the Right Stuff, Capitol Records' reissue division. That album should be widely available at record stores. You can also get it online at Amazon.com at this link: Peabo Bryson Anthology

"Haven't seen Peabo lately and wonder what he has been up to. We are in NYC. Will he be coming here soon? Thank you and have a blessed day!" Peggy Tyler

Peabo's still touring regularly, he is currently in Japan, though he was just in Atlantic City, N.J. about a month ago. He usually plays New York City at least once every year, so keep an eye out for him. He is also still recording, but I'm not sure what the status of his record label is since Private/Windham Hill was swallowed up by RCA. It would appear that the Private label was closed and all its artists (Peabo, Barry White, James Ingram, Jeffrey Osborne, etc.) freed to find other labels, so I expect he will show up on another imprint rather soon.

"I have been a fan of Peabo's for years, even before there was a Luther. Peabo's voice is so soothing, mellow and sexy! I am sorry that he hasn't been to the Chicago area to perform solo lately. Back in the day listening to "Feel the Fire" with that special someone was almost perfect." Susie

"I really enjoyed reading about Peabo Bryson. He has been a favorite of mine for many years now. I also know he will be my favorite for many years to come. I really enjoyed his last album, Unconditional Love. When I heard it for the first, it went right through me. I have grown to love him through his music." Dame Venus

"Would you know if Peabo's coming to Miami anytime soon? My birthday's next month and seeing his concert would be a grate way to celebrate. I notice he rarely comes to south Florida." Jess Rodriguez

"I am Annie Fields from a small town called Mason, in Tennessee, about thirty miles north of Memphis. Peabo is one of the best singers I have ever heard. His voice is so clear and strong. Very romantic. The songs he sings are so beautiful, especially 'Feel the Fire' and 'Can You Stop The Rain.' I tell my friends all the time, 'I love me some Peabo Bryson.' I would love to see him here in Memphis at the Orpheum Theater." Annie Fields

"It was entertaining reading the article on Peabo Bryson. I recently stumbled into one of his older albums and I can't stop playing it. I recall as a teenager how Peabo's voice was so powerful and words were expressive. Truly mesmerizing. What a joy to hear that Peabo has a new album out. I look forward to listening to the new album. Thanks for the info." Pmadi

"The Peabo Bryson interview was very well written. Nice job. I recently got to meet Peabo and I must tell you he is a gentleman! What a wonderful man as well as artist! Where can I get a tour schedule for him? I would love to see him perform again. It was the first time I had seen him. It was incredible!" Colleen from Minneapolis, Minnesota

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed the article. As far as touring dates, the above Delafont.com link should give you upcoming tour dates. There is also a fan page that keeps pretty up-to-date on Peabo's touring at: http://www.hometown.aol.com/pbofan/

"Hi, my last name is Bryson. I'm supposed to be related to Peabo, but I doubt it. While my cousin Jackie is supposed to be working for Peabo as a wardrobe consultant, my aunt Judy claims to have met him and he does bear a strong resemblance to my father, I'm still just not sure. Maybe someone could e-mail me and help me find out it we are truly related or not. I am really curious to find out. There are just so many of us...and I am really JUST curious." Bryson

I'm sorry, we interviewed Mr. Bryson about his music, but we really don't know much about his family, so we'd have no way of saying one way or another. I don't know why your aunt and cousin would lie about it though, but it should be easy enough for them to prove if its true, with photos or mementos or whatever. Good luck in finding out.

"Mr. Bryson was in the past and still is wonderful, and beautiful. He was on the Sears Soul Train Christmas show. As usual, he was amazing. I don't listen to R & B anymore, because I am now a Baptist preacher. However, Peabo brings back pleasant memories of the past. I love the way he looks and sings. Love," Renee

"I'm a big fan of Peabo Bryson. I saw him in a musical play about four years ago called The Wiz in Oakland, Ca. I didn't get a chance to grab a copy of the soundtrack that night. I have been trying for years to find a copy. If someone can help me I would appreciate a return email. Thank you." Kwane Gatlin

I don't believe that there is a recording of the Peabo Bryson-Grace Jones tour of The Wiz, but the original 1975 Broadway Cast CD with a young Stephanie Mills, and the movie soundtrack with Diana Ross and Michael Jackson are still in print so should be available at local CD stores. You can also get both at Amazon.com at the following links: The Wiz Broadway Cast or The Wiz Motion Picture Soundtrack.

"Hello, I'm looking for an old album titled Live and More. It was done with Roberta Flack. My favorite songs on that album are 'Love In Every Season' and I Believe In You. I can't find this music anywhere." Benjamin O. Davis

Sure, I'm familiar with Live and More. It is a great album. The two-disk live album was released on vinyl in 1980. On record it is still pretty easy to find used copies of the album at used record stores and sites. It was also very briefly released as a 2-CD set by Atlantic Records (the serial number was Atlantic #7004-2.). This is more difficult to track down but you may be able to find it at used CD stores or auction sites. It is currently available at Amazon.com at the following link: Roberta Flack & Peabo Bryson - Live and More.

"Hi. Can you help me? Do you know if the Peabo Bryson duets album exists on CD? Also I have been searching for Peabo's first album on the Bullet label. Any info you can give on either of these questions would be gratefully appreciated. Thanks." Gof

Peabo has actually done three duets albums -- two with Roberta Flack (Live and More & Born To Love) and one with Natalie Cole (We're The Best Of Friends). All three were briefly released on CD in the 90s and while they are tough to find, they aren't impossible. Born To Love is actually relatively easy to find in used record stores. I just checked and all three are available at Amazon.com. You can click into Amazon's Peabo Bryson titles through the web link on our Peabo Bryson article. Mr. Bryson has also done many other duets with artists like Celine Dion, Regina Belle, Melissa Manchester, Chaka Khan, Patti Austin, Linda Eder, Jasmine Guy, Nancy Wilson, Sandy Patti, Lea Salonga, Cybill Shephard, Paige O'Hara and others. There has never been an album that collected all the duets together, beyond the Flack and Cole albums his duets are on his solo albums, soundtrack albums or albums by the other artists. The first Bullet album has never been released on CD, but a few songs from the record, as well as some of the duets are on the 2-CD set The Peabo Bryson Anthology which is widely available in record stores, and again on Amazon.com.

"I am glad to hear he is back. He was missed by this fan of 20 years. He always calmed after a stressful day." Kathleen Gardiner

"Wow! I just read the article on Peabo Bryson. It was excellent and informative. Tonight I pulled out my Peabo collection on wax and entertained myself to the Nth degree. I'm missing a few, but own several copies of the majority of his albums. Thank you so much." Yvonne Muramoto

"I found your piece on Peabo Bryson to be extraordinary and intriguing. I have listened to Peabo Bryson's music since I was in middle school, back in 1980. It is very refreshing to see that he has not compromised his music in any way, considering today's artists' and their music. Peabo is truly an original; he has that quality and style that it hard to find in today's artists. I thank Peabo everyday for making wonderful music, and pray he continues his music excellence for many years to come. Sincerely," Ms. Lauvell Johnson

"Hi. I had just recently found a Celine Dion tape and accidentally played 'Beauty and the Beast.' Peabo's influence on the song was astronomical and after listening to his extraordinary singing voice I couldn't go back. Well that's all I have to say... Bye" Wade

"Hi. I have been a fan of Peabo's for about 20 years since his magnificent duet with Roberta Flack 'Tonight I Celebrate My Love.' I have seen Peabo in concert twice; once with Regina Belle at Westbury Music Fair in 2000 and solo at the Blue Note in NY. I had the opportunity to meet him twice at those times and he was a perfect gentleman. I think he is having label problems unless he did find a new one which is such a shame because he is so underrated. Well this is my story." Frank DeMaio

Thank you for your note. I'm glad you enjoyed the story. As far as we know Peabo is currently between labels. His most recent label Windham Hill/Private Records was sort of swallowed up and downsized by RCA/BMG records and most of the soul artists on the label, including Peabo, James Ingram, Barry White and Jeffrey Osborne were dropped from the Private Label (in fact, as far as I know Etta James is the only artist who was on Private who was kept on.) Meanwhile he is doing live dates and I have no doubt is recording towards a new album.

"Please give me an update on Mr. Bryson. I have been a fan since 1975. Is he signed to a label? Is he touring? What happened to the Windham Hill relationship? Please let me know. I miss his music." James Doycheff

"Peabo is the only one. I have been a fan since he first came out, and have never stopped listening. I have all his albums and see all of his concerts if physically possible. There is not another voice like him. On American Idol, Ruben Studdard sang Peabo's 'If Ever You're In My Arms Again.' I was upset. If you are going to sing a Peabo Bryson song, you have to do it correctly. No one comes close." B. Darbeau

You know, I saw that performance, too, and while I do like Ruben Studdard's voice I have to admit I compared it to Peabo's as he was singing the song, and Ruben couldn't even hold a candle to him. A good thing about it is that Ruben has sang two of Peabo's songs on the series (he also did 'A Whole New World' earlier in the season) and he said Peabo was the best singers ever on one of the biggest shows on TV, so hopefully that will get people thinking about the original again. I know that in the week after the show, the hits on the Peabo interview nearly quadrupled, and the hits are still well higher than they were before that exposure. I figure anything that can get people talking about Peabo is a good thing.

"I'm not sure if you are able to help me or not but I was looking for a song that Peabo had a video on the BET channel. I don't know the title of the song. The only thing I can really say is that in the video he was walking around inside of a house. Images of a woman were appearing and disappearing. I believe this is a more recent video. He had his hair braided all the way down. I'm not sure if that's any help but if you can, please give me the title to that song. I need it for a wedding. Thanks." Drew

I'm sorry, I'm not sure what the video was. I don't think I've seen it. The most recent singles Peabo did (to my knowledge) were "My Heart Belongs To You" and "Somebody In Your Life" from his 1999 Unconditional Love album. I believe they probably had videos, but I never saw them. Other older videos (other than the obvious Disney hits, which were neither anything like you described) he did included "Can You Stop The Rain" and "Lost In the Night." It's been years since I saw the "Can You Stop The Rain" video but that description doesn't sound like I remember it (although all I really remember was him singing in front of a window with falling rain) and I've never seen "Lost In the Night" either. Sorry I couldn't be more help.

"I often listen to slow rhythm music. In fact, that is all I listen to. My favorites are the Isley Brothers, old and new, or anything that might have been recorded in the 70's or early 80's. But as I get in my car and listen to a CD that I purchased at a yard sale, I realized just how much I love this man. His words, his calming voice, the one that relaxes me every time I listen to it. I had listened to 'If Ever Your'e In My Arms Again,' 'Tonight I Celebrate My Love,' but, I was very young at that time and didn't understand music and how much words meant, like I do now. By now you must be wondering which CD I lucked on at that yard sale, it was Peabo Bryson Really Love, and has been my favorite listening for several years. I look foward to this man's voice for years to come and I wish I could see him in concert... a real concert... unfortunately I'm in the wrong area." Trasne

"This was one of the best articles that I have read about one of my favorite singers. Thanks!" Jay Cee Dee

"I've always liked Peabo, since I heard him in the late 70's. I was drawn to him because of his awesome way of conveying feelings that I felt were somehow a great part of him. I always wanted to find someone that could be in touch with their feelings in such a way. I think Peabo (as you've stated) said things that went beyond the 'ohhh baby you titillate me and I want you' kind of mentality. I felt he said things that went far beyond that. I thought it to be very uplifting, kind and considerate. There is a proverbial saying 'Out of the abundance of the heart doth the mouth speaketh.' In his case 'sings.' I had the opportunity to meet him and Roberta when they came here many years ago to do a show at the Kennedy Center, as well as Roberta's mom. I agree that with Peabo about her. She was very gracious to me when I met her backstage. I had mentioned to her that I was a singer and she told me to send a tape. She even gave me tickets to see her show. Where have all the Peabos, Robertas, Anitas and so forth gone? Keep doing pieces on artists like them." Yvette

"I went to a Peabo Bryson show recently and I must say that he is a top class act! Totally professional, from Peabo himself, to the band, to the awesome background singers. It was much more than I expected. What a voice, what passion for the songs that he sings! I wish Mr. Bryson all the best with his career, and hopefully he will be making beautiful music for a long time! Thanks," Brenda Hearst

"I simply adore Peabo Bryson and just found out that he will NOT be performing this year at Ruth Eckerd Hall before Christmas! I am so disappointed! That is how I usually begin my Christmas season. Do you know if he'll be performing somewhere else! It was called Color of Christmas and I've been the last four years and truly loved seeing him and others perform with him. Please let me know if you know he'll be performing somewhere else. Thanks," Donna

I have checked, and there are definitely supposed to be Colors of Christmas shows coming up this year. So far, I've only seen three shows scheduled, at least one featuring Peabo, Sheena Easton, Christopher Cross and Irene Cara. But I don't know if the whole tour has been booked yet, nor do I know whether Peabo's legal problems this week with the IRS will have any effect on the tour.

"What an extremely well written article about one of my favorite singers! I have several albums and CDs by Peabo and Roberta Flack. I had the opportunity to hear Roberta Flack live in 1972 when she was touring college campuses. I've seen Peabo twice live in Chicago. They're both extraordinary artists. Thanks for the update and biography about this phenomenal artist." Eileen

"I think Peabo Bryson's voice is beautiful. He is my favorite male vocalist. I have most of his albums that are available. I wish he would do more." Evelyn Black

"It was really amazing going through the article about Peabo Bryson. He is a voice that I adore. I can't just keep my mind off 'Beauty and the Beast.' It is really wonderful knowing more about this legend. Thanks for bringing me closer to the voice I love. Keep me informed about this LEGEND. Thanks," Johnson

Yes, Peabo has actually recorded quite a bit of Christmas music. He released an album of Christmas songs called Peace on Earth in 1997. He has also appeared on the Christmas compilation albums Colors of Christmas (1998) and David Foster's Christmas Album (1995). He also did a cassette of Christmas songs with Sandy Patti for Hallmark in the mid-90s, which is a little harder to track down, but you can still find sometimes. Most of these should still be available at music stores around holiday time. They are also available on Amazon.com at the below links. Peabo Bryson - Peace On Earth, Colors of Christmas, David Foster - The Christmas Album.

"Peabo Bryson has been my favorite singer since I was in high school. He is classic!" Jorlane

"Hello. I was looking on the web and found your site with a write-up on Peabo Bryson. I'm hoping you or maybe someone you know can help me. For years, I have been desperately looking for a copy of Peabo's Don't Play with Fire recording from 1982. My original cassette is worn completely out, and it holds a lot of sentimental value to me, as my wife and I listened to it all the time before we were married. Can you point me in any direction to possibly get a copy of this recording again? I'm willing to pay whatever it takes, just need a lead. I really appreciate it, and thanks for your website." Greg

"I really enjoyed reading this article on Mr. Bryson. Great job! It's a good thing to hear from him every now and then. Keep up the good work. God bless." Patent

"I am overwhelmed that some feels like I do about the music of Peabo Bryson. It's not the haunting melodies or the great orchestration that is heard on his records, it's the absolutely wonderful words that are sang. Sometimes I smile, other times tears fall when I listen to Peabo, but there is never a week that goes by that I don't listen to one of his CD's. I have burned his CD's to form my favorite travel music! Your article has made me believe that Peabo Bryson is appreciated by others. I miss his touring, but can't wait for his next CD. Thank you for a great article." Debra Ann West

Thanks for the nice note. You had said you missed his touring, I just wanted to let you know, Peabo will be doing a Colors of Christmas concert in Chicago on December 13th at the Chicago theater.

"Peabo is one of the best artists in the world. His music and composition with his wonderful personality are awesome. I recently say his performing at the Brotherhood Crusade Dinner held for Magic Johnson at the Beverly Hilton on Friday, November 7, 2003. He was so romantic and personable coming down into the audience singing an then toward the end of the entertainment. He passed out red roses in the ladies. Unfortunately, I wasn't down front to receive a rose, but I sure did enjoy Peabo. He's like a light in the dark, when you think that maybe love will never come you way again, Peabo reassures you through his sensual smooth voice that maybe love will come again. I love Peabo and my wish since I was in my early twenties was to wish that Peabo would sing a private concert held just for me." A.F.

"Hi there. I just want to say that I am a big fan of Peabo's music. His music is very inspirational, mature and long-lasting. May it live on! The only problem is I never get to see it readily in shops..? I also read somewhere two or so years ago about some songs that were done in conjunction with other artists to celebrate the UN 50th anniversary..? Somebody please tell me more about those songs? For curiosity's sake, does Peabo have a wife/children? Thanks," Kaputo

While many of Peabo's albums are not currently in release, there are several good compilation albums out there, and his last few CDs should also be found easily in records stores. Also, just recently, they rereleased a CD that had the two albums Straight From the Heart and Take No Prisoners together on one CD. I'm not sure about the UN songs. I don't believe Peabo is currently married, though he has children and grandchildren. Last I heard, he was involved with Angela Thigpen.

"I recently was able to see Peabo perform in Boston. It had been 11 yrs since he was here. The way I found out that he was coming was listening to my favorite classic R&B station. The musical intro to 'I'm So Into You,' was playing in my car. Immediately, I started screaming, got the ticket information, and within 24 hours had two Peabo Bryson tickets. I am a registered nurse, my schedule does not permit too much flexibility. But I had been waiting for 11 yrs to see without a doubt my favorite all time singer, and those that know me KNOW that. Nothing was preventing this rare occasion. If only once in a lifetime, I did see my favorite singer. This would and did put a smile and a tear on my face for a lifetime." Bevon

"Hi my name is Cheryl, and I was wondering if you can tell me where I can find Peabo's tape called Paradise, and there was another one made with the song 'You' on it. I have been looking for years for these albums for the Balladeer of ballads. Thank you" Cheryl

Yes, I love the Paradise album as well. Unfortunately, like most of his work for Capitol Records, it has never been released on CD. Two songs from the album ('Minute By Minute' and 'I Love The Way You Love') were included on the terrific Anthology set released a couple of years ago. There are definitely used copies of the original album out there, in fact that was how I got it. You may want to check some web sites that handle used LPs and cassettes. You may also want to check eBay.

"I happened to surf the internet late at night (while studying for my midterm exams) when I ended up on your website. I'm 25, yet, Peabo Bryson's music is some of the deepest and most profound music I have listened to for a long, long time. I don't know the Artist himself, but every time I listen to songs such as 'Tonight I Celebrate My Love' or 'Where is the Love,' and many others, I feel love, peace and calmness. He is a great man of great talent. I wish more young folks of today would appreciate that kind of music." Michael Arison

"I've been a fan of Peabo Bryson's for years and was sad to hear about his troubles with IRS. I saw his new album in stores, but haven't gotten around to picking it up. I'm still searching for one of my favorite Bryson albums All My Love. If any one has a clue on how I can acquire that one I'd really be appreciative. To Mr. Bryson , keep your head up . I love your music. Having heard you sing, I can't imagine life without you." Sharen M. Smith

Last time I saw Mr. Bryson (in December) he seemed to be in good spirits. It was a difficult time but he is moving on with his life. While All My Love is officially out of print, it is still pretty widely available used. I just checked Amazon.com and they had some copies of it available. You can get it from them at the following link: Peabo Bryson-All My Love.

Peabo did a live video in 1999 called Unconditional Love. It is no longer in print, but you can still find it at some stores and websites. In fact, it looks like Amazon.com has it at this link. PEABO BRYSON-UNCONDITIONAL LOVE. Peabo also appears in Celine Dion's The Colour of My Love concert video, and his music video for "Beauty & the Beast" (with Celine Dion) is on the DVD version of the film Beauty & the Beast, and the "A Whole New World" video will undoubtedly be on the Aladdin DVD coming out later in the year.

"Dear someone I've never met, I read your article by chance this afternoon, and actually I was touched. I have loved Peabo's sweet voice since I was 10. I love his great performance with Celine Dion in 'Beauty and the Beast' and I love his charming voice in 'A Whole New World.' I've decided to cover the hit 'Beauty and the Beast' this Saturday with one of my friends before our school. Honestly, I've got a voice rather like that of Peabo although not as wonderful, and my friend's voice is just like Celine's. Thats all I can tell you now. Thank you again for your lines of passion. Yours sincerely," Dragon

"Thank you so much for the article on Peabo Bryson. I pulled it up many moons and and just decided to read it. Fantastic and informative. I've followed his career from day one, but I haven't completed my collection of his music yet." Topaz Music

"I just had the pleasure of seeing the wonderful Mr. Bryson on a cable television show along with Ruben Studdard. It was an awesome treat to see these two generations together on stage blending their mellow voices together in harmony. I've had a crush on Peabo since I was I young teenager. I am now a woman of thirty-something and I still love him. He is a wonderful entertainer. I don't know him as a man, though I did meet him once, but there seem to be a humility and grace that come through even as he speaks. I once wrote and asked him to marry me, but he never answered. I was about 17 at the time. Peabo, my prayers are with you. You are gracious gift to the world. May our life be a sweet savor to the nostrils of God." Zina Rhone

"Hi. This is what I think about Peabo Bryson. Everyone is talking about how great he was with Ruben Studdard on TV. Can we please talk about that and not the IRS so much? I just know you all can do it. Maybe a letter from him letting his fans know that he is okay and he is doing fine. I konw that he is, because he is so fine! Keep up the good work. God bless," Patenta

I saw Peabo briefly in December after one of his Colors of Christmas shows and he was in very good spirits. I'm sure he just wants to move on with his life, and I know that he does appreciate the outpouring of support he has gotten from his fans.

"I'm a huge fan of Peabo Bryson and haven't heard from him in a while. Is he working on a new project? I know he's not with Windham Hill, but it would be nice to hear new music and see a new show. I hope he writes more songs like the one he wrote for his granddaughter on his last album as it was very pretty." Jess

Last time I spoke with Peabo (last holiday season) he was working on new music, but not signed with a new label yet. He has also been touring extensively, between his own headlining shows, doing some gigs on the Standing in the Shadows of Motown tour and his annual Colors of Christmas tour.

"Good Morning! I am a fan of Peabo Bryson and would like to write to him via fan club or personal if possible. Can you make this happen? Any suggestion or information you can supply would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time and cooperation." Janet

"Hi. I would like to know if Peabo Bryson made the record 'On My Own?'" Jennifer Zakariyyau

If you are talking about the duet with Patti LaBelle, no, that was Michael McDonald.

"I just wanted to share some special insight into the Fabulous performance that I enjoyed last night in Davis County Utah, where Mr. Bryson was the program at the Grand Opening Gala of our Convention center. What a phenomenal singer! I've always appreciated his music, but never felt it the way I did as I felt of his love for what he does, his enthusiasm and his showmanship! What a treat it was to share such a fabulous evening with the consummate professional! Thank you, Peabo for your wonderful gift to the world!" DeAnne Hess

"That was a perfect interview. It really let me inside the head of Peabo Bryson." Gambine

"Hi! I am desperately searching for a song that I'm pretty sure Peabo Bryson sang. I was married in 1986 and had a line from a beautiful song of his engraved in my husband's wedding band - but I can't for the life of me find the song, remember the name etc. The line I remember (and used) is '... love means forever and a day.' Anyone know what song that is?? Thanks so much!" Toni

Yes, that is Peabo Bryson. The song is called "Love Means Forever" and it is the final song on his Straight From the Heart album. That record was just released on a single CD together with Peabo's Take No Prisoners album earlier this year, so it shouldn't be too difficult to track down a copy of the CD.

Hi. Could you please tell me if Peabo is doing a new album? Regards," Gof

I'm afraid I haven't heard anything recently. He is currently doing a lot of touring (his annual Colors of Christmas Tour is starting up), so I don't know how much time he has had to be in the studio.

"I recently bought a CD with 'Can You Stop the Rain' at a garage sale (for $2) and absolutely fell in love with his music. I play it to death! I love his voice - so much depth. Your article was very informative with regard to his start in music. When you know the background of folks you like, it brings you closer to their music. Thank you." Jo Smith

"I would like to know if Peabo has a new song out, I heard he has one called 'l'll Always Love You' or something like that. Please let me know, if not maybe in the future he'll have one. We need his voice spreading the love that's in his heart so it can heal some of the broken hearts and broken relationships that are everywhere these days. Tell Mr. Bryson we miss him and we love him and we need his beautiful voice all over the airwaves again. I'm waiting." AceBlondie

I haven't heard of a new song by him, but I'm sure one will come out eventually. We'll let you know if we get any news.

"I recently saw Peabo Bryson with Norman Brown and Brenda Rustle here in Miami and it was a wonderful show. Hopefully Peabo will have new material soon." jess

"I agree with everything you mentioned in your article. When I first heard 'Feel the Fire,' believe me, I felt the fire. Peabo is one of a kind balladeer. He's handsome too!" Kovack Ishikawa

"Any recent info on Peabo? I ran across your site while searching for any upcoming appearances. I last saw him perform on Aug. 22, 2003 at the Carter Barron in DC. Outstanding! Ironically, I read a few days later that the IRS had seized his Atlanta home that same day. He is such a pro that you never could have guessed he had all those personal problems. Also, during his concert he joked and bantered about being a single dad to his daughter, and is now raising his grandaughter...and how he had been 'engaged to as many ladies as he had sung duets with'... However, I read somewhere within your 'letters to the editor' that he has a 'wife named Juanita & children & grandchildren'. He also referenced his 1992 relationship with Juanita Leonard (Sugar Ray's ex) & the fact that their dating mostly took place in the DC area (DC suburbs is her home town)...etc, etc. I'm curious, Is Peabo married or not? The same Juanita? Just one daughter? or more kids? And most importantly, when and where can we expect another concert? Thank you!" Chicest3

It is the same Juanita, though apparently they never married. That was our error. She married baseball player Otis Nixon in the 90s. Peabo's daughter was from an earlier relationship. To my knowledge, Peabo is not currently married.

"I think the article was wonderful. Like Mr. Bryson, I support the notion that classic R&B should be not only preserved but also promoted." Hillery Robinson, Jr.

"I am a Peabo Bryson fan from way, way back. I adore the man. This is a wonderful article!" Teresa Barriteau

"Is there a Fan club site for Peabo Bryson? He is my favorite artist." Tammara Mullins

No, I'm afraid there isn't.

"I am here chilling out on 'Lost in the Night.' Can you direct me to Peabo Bryson's concerts tour dates? I would really like to check them out. Thank you." Mike C.

Currently I know of no sites that have running coverage of Bryson's tour dates, but you can periodically check the online ticket sites to see where he is playing.

"I am probably one of the biggest fans of Peabo. I have been listening to his music since the 70's. A man that in my opinion has not gotten his full due. A true pure gifted talent. I do not hear many male artist trying to duplicate Peabo's sound. Being a vocalist and musician myself, I understand why. He does so many unbelievable things with his voice and range, many artists would not dare imitate him, because they can't. I see the tributes to Luther, Stevie, and well deserved... but where is the TRIBUTE to Peabo for the many lives he has touched with his amazing gift? I would be the first to sing one of his songs because I can really relate to Peabo as a true artist. I have worked personally with many artist in the entertainment field and Peabo is my favorite. My website is www.noizentertainment.org You can check out my group and a little history about us. I also work with Bret Carter who fills in for Peabo with Regina Belle. Thanks POP." Mike Smith

"I can�t wait to purchase another CD by Peabo. I believe I have every song he has ever made in my music collection. When he was in town, I always came to his concerts. I don�t know if he�d ever remember, but once when he was at Sunrise Musical Theater in Ft. Lauderdale, I faked being a press rep to get a glimpse of my idol. I thought damn, not only can he sing like nobody I�d ever heard, but he was a goddess to look at. Peabo has one of the greatest male vocal ranges I have ever heard. I discovered this press regarding his new CD looking for an upcoming concert of his in my area. I await another Peabo Bryson concert. He is the greatest in concert. He is yet to get his due rewards and recognition. What a talent. Peabo is a talent whose songs make you want to love and make love to somebody. No doubt he�s fathered a lot of kids thru his music. We love you PEABO. Keep going. What the world needs now, is music that make you want to love someone, not kill someone." H. Ford

"I love Peabo and everything his music stands for. He's real, he's passionate and his music will never be out of date. He's my all time favorite. We are the same age and I have never stopped listening to him. Now my adult children listen to him. Their friends listen to him. My greatest wish is to someday see him in concert. He sings to your heart, he sings to your soul. He understands the human condition and it's need for love. He's so genuine and humble. After all these years he still appreciates the gifts God has given him to share with all of us. God bless him always." Carol M.

"The interview with Mr Bryson was great. I read the page were a lot of his fans wanted to know information about him so I decided to email you with updates for them. He has a MySpace page at www.myspace.com/Peabo Bryson/music. He also has a fan club link if you go to www.soultracks.com. It's a link were you can join a fan club for Mr Bryson. He also has a new CD on Concord Records called Missing You. It was released on October 2, 2007. I also read on the editors page that Peabo was married to Juanita He dated Juanita Leonard after her divorce from Sugar Ray Leonard, but after they broke up she marred Otis Nixon the baseball player for the Atlanta Braves. After Juanita, Peabo dated Angela Thigpen -- an actress, and former beauty queen. for about ten years. She is the one mentioned in the media during the IRS incident in 2003. His fans need the right information so that's why I am writing to the editor to give them this information. He has a lot of really good fans out there. Thank you." Ms. Vickie Vale.

Thanks for pointing out the error in the letters page. We fixed it. We're more an entertainment mag, obviously we're not up on the gossip. However, we are well aware of Peabo's new CD and are trying to set up a new interview right now to promote the new music. We'll let you know what happens.

Michael Buble

"Who the hell is this Jacobs guy? Michael Buble 'is nowhere near as seductively entertaining or as original as Jones'?......Michael Buble is absolutely incredible (and no I'm not 52, I'm 22 years old and I usually don't like this style of music.) And why is he being compared to Norah Jones?? I just finished watching him perform on the Junos (yes-he is wonderfully Canadian) and it was one of the most entertaining performances I've seen in a long time. When Buble is incredibly HUGE in a few years, this guy will be regretting what he said. A huge, Canadian, Buble fan" Nicole Capstick

I'm sorry you didn't like Jay's review of Michael Buble's album. I'm a little confused as to why you are so angry about it, because it was a positive review and he said that Buble did a very good job with most of the songs he performed. However, if you want to focus on one of the marginally negative things he said instead of the whole story, that is certainly your complete right. Honestly, as a fan of both artists (which Jay is too, by the way) I sort agree with you that discussing Buble and Jones is sort of apples and oranges, but Jay wasn't the person who started the comparison. Actually, it was Buble's record label and many music periodicals who started that comparison, the story just reacted to the idea that was already out there. Just because he personally felt Norah Jones was a better artist than Michael Buble doesn't mean that Michael Buble isn't very good at what he does, in the same sense that Norah Jones is not bad just because you prefer Michael Buble. As far as the originality mentioned, Buble sings songs that other people have already made popular and does them in a style with roots in big band jazz. That doesn't make him a bad artist, in fact he is a good one, but no one could really call him an original one. Actually, Jay wrote the article because he knew with enough word of mouth that Michael Buble would become popular, and is glad that he has found an audience.

"Hi there. Is it possible to get the song 'Fever' by Buble on a cd & g karaoke format. I would like to sing this song at a wedding. Thanks" Rick Beaudoin

The song is considered a modern classic, so I'm sure it is available. But I wouldn't know where to tell you to find it. Check stores that carry karaoke tapes.

Tony Burrows

"Nice interview with Tony Burrows. I really enjoyed reading it and learned a lot about a well kept secret over here in the States. Thank you." Mike Seats

"Hi, I perform with a band in New York called "AM" (as in AM radio), and we perform 70's pop one hit wonder tunes exclusively. Were all huge fans of Tony Burrows' music and we were wondering if there is a way to contact him (a message board, or some sort of Q&A forum). I have been all over the web and so far your article has been the most informative by far. If there is anyway you could help we would greatly appreciate it. Thank You." Bryan Gordon

Tony is living in England, and still recording, he does both studio work and has released a few albums with his own band, but to my knowledge does not have an official website.

"Have you ever heard the name Rory Wilde? He claims to be connected to the Brotherhood of Man (of past years). Thank you." Dudley

I don't recognize the name Rory Wilde personally, but it is quite possible he was involved with the group. There were quite a few incarnations of the band over the years and lots of musicians came and went.

"With reference to the question re: Rory Wilde. He owned a club in Calpe (Spain). Real name is Brian Westerby, and claims to have written 'Jesamine,' 'Love Grows,' and have been in the Brotherhood of Man at the time of 'United We Stand.' He also used to relate the two simultaneous appearances on Top Of the Pops. I would be really interested if any light can be shed on this. I last saw him perform 10 years ago. With kind regards," David Hammond

Thank you so much for giving us the information on the mysterious Rory Wilde. I wish I could say it clears things up, but it just raises more questions, I'm afraid. Rory Wilde is not the songwriter of record for either "Love Grows" (that was a pair of veteran pop songwriters named Tony Macauley and Barry Mason) or "Jesamine" (which was written by 1950s British pop idol Marty Wilde.) Now it certainly isn't unheard of (especially back in the the early days of rock) for people who worked on a song not to get credit, but with such well-known songwriters involved it's a little hard to believe that this happened. As far as being with the Brotherhood of Man in the "United We Stand" days... it is possible he was a studio or touring musician who worked with the band, but he was not an official member of the band. The band at the time was made up of Tony Burrows, Roger Greenaway, Johnny Goodison and a pair of female singers who just went by their first names, Sunny and Sue.

"Great article; very interesting and true insight into a major pop talent." ~kd+

"I loved the Tony Burrows article. One of my favorite artists. I saw Tony at Retrofest. He was great. I would love to see and purchase music videos of him from the 70's American Like American Bandstand or British Top of the Pops with him as the three bands. Any TV station playing them? Thanks." Toonworld

Yeah, I'd love to get ahold of some of that stuff too, but haven't found it so far. Best of luck tracking it down though!

"Hey... I found your website interviews while searching google doing research on Don Kirschner. I made arrangements to attend the Rhino anniversary event where Tony [Burrows], Ron [Dante] and even Tony DeFranco were to appear. Unfortunately, due to business concerns, I ended up in L.A. two weeks before it and couldn't justify traveling back 'cross the country for it. There is a lot in your articles... but a lot more that could have been asked... however... you have asked, in my opinion, the key questions. Kudos...." Tracy E. Carman, Executive Director, Media Preservation Foundation

"I have recently seen a video of Edison Lighthouse singing 'Love Grows' from 1970 and none of the band members looked like Tony Burrows . Any answers? P.S. I think they should have released 'Every Lonely Day' as a follow up to 'Love Grows.' Its a fantastic song which nobody knows" Rick

Though Tony sang on the album and did appear on most television appearances, he did not want to tour with the band, so the producers put together a traveling band to send out on the road. This was pretty common in those days, when a studio band would have a hit they would just put a different group by the same name on the tour circuit. Perhaps that was the group you saw in the video.

"My favourite Tony Burrows song was 'Every Little Move She Makes.'" Dave Linney

"Hi. I've been a huge fan of Tony Burrows for many years. Can you clear up a question for me? Approximately twelve years ago I was on a boating holiday on the UK canals when I met a guy who was also on a boating holiday with his family. He said his name was Tony and that he had been in a group called the Flowerpot Men. He could certainly sing and play the guitar as he did an impromptu turn in a folk pub (this is where I met him). He also bore a resemblance to some of the pics on the sites I've come across. He said he was now an electrician. Does this sound like it was him? Unfortunately I was in a big group and I never got the chance to chat properly to him. Do you have an email address for him? From a fan," David

Honestly, I don't think that was Tony Burrows, but I suppose it is possible. There were quite a few members of the Flowerpot Men, which was originally made up of songwriters Ken Lewis and John Carter who recorded their first (and best known) song, "Let's Go To San Francisco." But Carter and Lewis weren't interested in becoming a band at the time so when the single took off, they got some session singers, including Burrows (who they knew from their previous band the Ivy League), Robin Shaw, Pete Nelson and Neil Landon. The singers went on tour with a band made up of Ged Peck (guitar), Jon Lord (organ), Nick Semper (bass) and Carlo Little (drums). These are the only band members I know of, but there may very well have been more down the line. The group was short lived since Burrows decided he was no longer interested in touring because he wanted to settle down with his family at about the same time Lord and Simper left to form Deep Purple. It doesn't seem that the Flowerpot Men would be the band that Tony would pick first to tell about his music, since he didn't sing their biggest hit and he was much better known for his work with Edison Lighthouse, White Plains, Brotherhood of Man, the Pipkins or First Class, but who knows? As far as being an electrician, I know that Tony still works as a session and jingle singer and musician and I was under the impression that it was his full-time gig. But session work is a tough game, he may have had to supplement his income down the line. He wouldn't be the first. He does still live in England with his family, but I don't have any info on email addresses or how to contact him. So sadly, the best answer I can give you is I don't think it was him, but maybe...

"I just read your interview article on Tony Burrows and one thing leaves me wondering about his pop career as lead singer of all those different studio bands and those monstrous hit singles he sang lead on... Was he paid well to do all that? He didn't tour with any of them, as he says, but was he well compensated? That one detail leaves you wondering, considering the millions $$$ made by record companies at the expense of the artists. Thirty some odd years later, those songs