A monster album, the one that put them back in the spotlight and signaled that Norman Whitfield had saved the day. Damon Harris had replaced Eddie Kendricks, and there were many doubters convinced the band was finished. Instead, Whitfield revitalized them via the majestic single, "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone." Despite its length, Whitfield's decision to open with an extensive, multi-layered musical suite and tease listeners was a master stroke. By the time Dennis Edwards' voice came rushing in, no one would dare turn it off. The single, as well as "Law Of The Land" and others, ended the funeral arrangements that had been prepared for The Temptations. Review by Ron Wynn (allmusic.com)
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01 Funky Music Sho Nuff Turns Me On 02 Run Charlie Run 03 Papa Was A Rolling Stone 04 Love Woke Me Up This Morning 05 I Ain't Got Nothing 06 The First Time Ever (I Saw Your Face) 07 Mother Nature 08 Do Your Thing
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The Temptations "All Directions"
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Certainly not to disparage the great Dennis Edwards or the incredible arrangements and songs of Norman Whitfield, the Temptations were and will always be the original group with David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks, who's wonderful harmonies and grit and blend (with the other 3 originals) made them the classic group they were. Their Detroit city life was evident in the soul of their music. Dennis Edwards had the power of David Ruffin but not the torment and despair. Nobody could soar through the music like Eddie Kendricks. I recently saw an ad for a Temptations concert and I had to laugh. The Temptations weren't an act or a collection of songs. They were 5 young black men who lived an inner city life that were able to make harmonies that defied their destinies otherwise. THANKS as always for the great posts! Especially this one, which is great, but not the real Temptations.
kevinpat
Worthwhile for "Papa" alone. The original Temptations, along with the Four Tops, were the greatest of the great. I still consider "My Girl" to be the true national anthem. Thanks so much, guys.
Iggy
Thanks Magic Kaic,
Another high quality vinyl rip from the master of conversion!
If 11 minutes aren't enough for you;
''This stunning UNRELEASED 18 minute version of the Temptations classic "Papa Was a Rolling Stone" was played exclusively on the Eclectic Circus Wireless Show a couple of years ago.''
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sSBH3kWtF48
Not the real Temptations? Well, it sure is real music by real musicians who make it very real. So call the group by another name if you think that Ruffin, Kendricks et al singing Smokey should have a monopoly on the name Temptations. Yes, it is a completely different group, and a damn good one.
thanks Always Ryp
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