These men have so much class. This is what REAL music was like when I was growing up in Harlem, New York in the 70's. And Stuart still looks fine as hell! Much love guys, I love your music then and now!
Who's still listening to this song, January 26, 2020? The guy singing was NOT the lead singer of this song back in the 70's. He has a nice huge Afro. This takes me back to the early 70's as a teenager. High School Class of 1973; RIP fellow deceased classmates.
Great performance. Nice to see Stu step in and handle the vocals so well!! He really sounds great! One of my all time favorite groups!! Keep holding it down!!
@Atom09. They are the original members. Leroy Burgess on the right (He was lead tenor and sang lead on the recording), Stuart Bascombe in the middle (He is singing the tenor lead now.) and Russell Patterson who sang lead on a few of their cuts including their 1979 hit "Mainline". All three are lead singers, however Leroy Burgess voice was lead on the cuts that got them out there.
Thank you. I was really confused because I came across an old video and saw the brother on the right singing lead. By any chance do you know why Leroy doesn’t sing the lead anymore?
@@wordofmouth4life Leroy, left the group in 1977 to go solo and produce other artists. Stuart took over the lead and when the group reunited in 1995, it was agreed that he would continue.
The host finally gave Russell some dap, he was left out, ha! Much love to these brothers, they sound wonderful and glad they are still bringing it strong.
They still look amazing....gorgeous in fact; the sound is still pure, untouched...lyrics timeless..I wouldn't have anything negative to say about such a legendary group as this. THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I remember Leroy originally sung lead on THIS and Most of their songs ... shoot - he wrote & arranged mostly All their songs. He was little puny back then but he's full grown now 😂. Back then, Russell's strong mellow baritone and Stu's strong mellow tenor, both singing pitch - Beautiful background harmony. Stu is now singing lead on this song and does a good job. I love these brothers.....so glad to see them still sounding good and still together. That's unique in the industry.
Thanks for clearing that up, because I knew Leroy had the falsetto. Had no idea Stu could handle that pitch. He did a nice job. It was a pleasant surprise to see Leroy again.
Yeah thats what I see some cat above us is saying Leroy the blad head dude on the right side of the screen who is the former lead singer,is looking awkward moving around. I think they sound and look good and he put on about 50 pounds and he is still moving good I'm impressed.
Leroy had throat surgery...can no longer hit the high notes he use too...Stu does a good job...but Leroy was the man back then...Stu sometimes struggles with the high notes ...but holds it down the best he can...
elegantz1 I am so glad that they are still able to eat ! ( Make Money ) Stuart Bascomb on lead is phenominal because of him they are still marketable ! Good luck guy's and thank you for sticking together !
I always knew Stuart had a good falsetto, but this is excellent. Leroy the one on the right sang this lead originally, but he was just coming off being sick.
@DeeNice681 Agree . leroy's voice is good too , but different . Just great to see them back together , healthy (know leroy had some drug issues years back ) and dancing good too !
Did you realize that the one signing lead now was not the original lead singer. Larry Burgess was the lead singer and stopped singing lead for medical reasons.
These men have so much class. This is what REAL music was like when I was growing up in Harlem, New York in the 70's.
And Stuart still looks fine as hell! Much love guys, I love your music then and now!
Who's still listening to this song, January 26, 2020? The guy singing was NOT the lead singer of this song back in the 70's. He has a nice huge Afro. This takes me back to the early 70's as a teenager. High School Class of 1973; RIP fellow deceased classmates.
The brother on his left Leroy Burgess was the lead singer.. he had throat issues...
What a treat to fine this video of one of my favorite singing groups - Black Ivory👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Great performance. Nice to see Stu step in and handle the vocals so well!! He really sounds great! One of my all time favorite groups!!
Keep holding it down!!
We are survivors. So glad to see these 3 brothers still alive and well and still together. We lost so many. Godspeed!
True
Fantastic present-day rendition by the great NYC band Black Ivory !
Those guys still sound the same, now thats one the true groups from back in the day. They haven't lost their touch at all.
wow I remember back in 72 when my sisters played the heck out of this song,greatsong!
We love you all ...women love what we love...Don t try to figure it put. Its 2017 and Black Ivory is still hot..
Love them since I was 17 y'all still got it going on n still look good and I'm 68. WOW
@Atom09. They are the original members. Leroy Burgess on the right (He was lead tenor and sang lead on the recording), Stuart Bascombe in the middle (He is singing the tenor lead now.) and Russell Patterson who sang lead on a few of their cuts including their 1979 hit "Mainline". All three are lead singers, however Leroy Burgess voice was lead on the cuts that got them out there.
Thank you. I was really confused because I came across an old video and saw the brother on the right singing lead. By any chance do you know why Leroy doesn’t sing the lead anymore?
@@wordofmouth4life Leroy, left the group in 1977 to go solo and produce other artists. Stuart took over the lead and when the group reunited in 1995, it was agreed that he would continue.
Thanks!
The host finally gave Russell some dap, he was left out, ha! Much love to these brothers, they sound wonderful and glad they are still bringing it strong.
i cant stop looking at these videos these guys are great.
these guys are awesome! they still have their voices in tact especially that falcetto. i'm impressed. can't wait to hear more.
They still look amazing....gorgeous in fact; the sound is still pure, untouched...lyrics timeless..I wouldn't have anything negative to say about such a legendary group as this. THEY ARE BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Leroy is STEPPING in that choreography!!!!!
I remember Leroy originally sung lead on THIS and Most of their songs ... shoot - he wrote & arranged mostly All their songs. He was little puny back then but he's full grown now 😂. Back then, Russell's strong mellow baritone and Stu's strong mellow tenor, both singing pitch - Beautiful background harmony. Stu is now singing lead on this song and does a good job. I love these brothers.....so glad to see them still sounding good and still together. That's unique in the industry.
Love them- Great memories of Black Ivory growing up.
I love these guys..I have seen them several times in the last 2 years and they never disappoint
Priceless!!!
They still have it and always did there music is timeless
Gordon Johnson
Black Ivory should showcase at Poolside 2019 Harlem NYC Fans We Love Black Ivory.
These brothers aged so gracfully!!
Very nice a new cd i hope does well
these guys are great
Thanks for clearing that up, because I knew Leroy had the falsetto. Had no idea Stu could handle that pitch. He did a nice job. It was a pleasant surprise to see Leroy again.
love em Harlems own
uptown baby
and mainline a banger
Still together after 40 years ...so they are experts on the subject of love. They are classy, intelligent, good looking and they can sing!
Make that 50 years.
Patrick been singing lead for about 20 years but you are correct, Leroy was the original lead, but Patrick more than hold his own.
One of my favorite groups
Thanks!! These Men Are True Legends!!!!
I met them at ambassador on liberty Ave in 1972 love them every since❤❤❤❤❤❤
Don't Turn Around was released in 1970. Their 1st album by the same name was released in 1972.
Y'all need to go on tour!!!!!!!!
Awesome!! Just discovered their music--2022
Wow, nice performance by all, and that ending harmony was SO COOL, GUYS!! :)
Yeah thats what I see some cat above us is saying Leroy the blad head dude on the right side of the screen who is the former lead singer,is looking awkward moving around. I think they sound and look good and he put on about 50 pounds and he is still moving good I'm impressed.
LOVE THIS!!!
Love you guys!!! Sounding Great!
I'll take all three please!
sing it....back in the day...
You all sound still to me thats my favorite song
OMG! they still sound the same.
Are these the original members? I love them!
yes they are
Leroy and the boys keep keepin' on...KTF
Wish Leroy still had the voice to sing lead for this song
Facts
Leroy had throat surgery...can no longer hit the high notes he use too...Stu does a good job...but Leroy was the man back then...Stu sometimes struggles with the high notes ...but holds it down the best he can...
elegantz1
thanks 4 that update
elegantz1 I am so glad that they are still able to eat ! ( Make Money ) Stuart Bascomb on lead is phenominal because of him they are still marketable ! Good luck guy's and thank you for sticking together !
True- But they sound good.
Outstanding writer
They are great!🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
They switched Lead singer. The guy in the back on the right used to be the lead singer. It was him who sung lead on the record.
T Sno .... you are right!
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Leroy Burgess is his name
Yes..Leroy used to sing lead but his voice has changed through the years !
OK, calm down. It's OK. They are all in the same group. It's OK.
There are NO performers like this Today.........Respect Remembering
they sound really good they must have had bad management cause they should have been up there with the rest.
the one on the left burgundy jacket ... i allways thought he was ssooo damn hot and he stilll looks fine as hell damn llolo
When, When !!!!!! the date please!
the guy in the brown is so handsome to me.
He's Russell Patterson
This is truly music 😊😊❤❤ Memory 😂❤
They still got it!!!!!! GO B.I. :)
Whoa Classsic Flavor !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Beautiful
7/16/2020 in the House! They Always Sound🎶 Good, No Matter What Year! *Merci⚘Beacoup 😎
REAL MUSIC!!!!!!!!!!
Boy they look good❤
Leroy doesn't sing lead anymore because he started having problems with this voice. Leroy is the Man of the group!
Leroy did the writing...super talented, he was a teenager😊
CLASSIC
I have no idea why this came up in my recommendations but it's a fabulous song 👏
My Heart!❤️
I always knew Stuart had a good falsetto, but this is excellent. Leroy the one on the right sang this lead originally, but he was just coming off being sick.
Leroy can no longer sing falsetto. He sings in his natural voice now. Time sometimes changes things.
40 years ago Leroy was singing lead on this song. Kind of three me off seeing Stewart do it. He did a good job, just wonder why Leroy didn't do it.
They still sound great even though they are much older now but they still sound great and look terrific.
I'm Brazilian but I've always liked American romantic music
Still got it.
Love Love Love
My jam❤️
You are so soso sososo underrated
Leroy was another Eddie Kendricks. I miss that’s voice
@DeeNice681 Agree . leroy's voice is good too , but different . Just great to see them back together , healthy (know leroy had some drug issues years back ) and dancing good too !
Billy Brown of The Moments shoulda tried to recruit this guy to replace Harry Ray when he passed. No one would have noticed the difference. LOL
But I can't see Black Ivory not singing together.
they still look good.
respec' the gangster
Can anyone tell me "Why" Leroy is not singing lead? is there something wrong with his voice? Although Stuart is doing a great
MrKfaceoff I read he had a health issue and could no longer sing all the leads anymore.
Leroy can no longer sing falsetto. He's a good friend of mine. In fact, he produced my group Caprice back in the mid to late 80's.
Love the old school dance moves. A little pitchy, but still looking and sounding great.
Where are they? When is their next performance?
Dam wow
Still sound good and look good too
Imagine Leroy still had his voice, good job or should I say great job Stu 4 holding it down B.I.🗽🗽🗽
Forty years later
You are so soso sososo superb
Did you realize that the one signing lead now was not the original lead singer. Larry Burgess was the lead singer and stopped singing lead for medical reasons.
That is Leroy and he's falsetto is gone. Stuart's falsetto is better than Leroy's not though Leroy can still sing in baritone.
SWEEEEEEEET!
They used to wear those matador suits with card logos ❤️ 👊 😎
Flawless!
Good looking mature fellows !
Old School....
Baltimore is only 50 miles north of DC!
These are the original members this was a smoking' cut when it came out, the good old days when we had some fly black girl friends.
One from.Esplanade
Gardens
Harlem.
Come on y'all!
I tur around an found the man I married an still to gather for life my husband for life.💙💙💙❤❤❤
Leads are switched. In the 70's the brother on right was leading. Still got it though.
You have class
Yesssss
he sound good but why isn't Leroy in lead
Leroy can no longer sing falsetto. He's a good friend of mine. In fact, he produced my group Caprice back in the mid to late 80's.