Ain’t NOTHING and NOBODY MALE OR FEMALE THAT CAN BEAT OLD SCHOOL SOUL MUSIC. These singers paid dues and paved the way for the ‘microwave’ entertainers of today in all genres!!!!! So grateful for the musical legacy they leave as they go HOME👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾When an elder dies- it’s like a LIBRARY closing!!!
Marvin was THEE greatest R&B voice of our time. Runners up TP & Bobby Lester ! The combination of Marvin Junior & Johnny Carters voices CAN NOT BE BEAT.......thats right I said it !
Marvin was the man... He give birth to David Ruffin, Teddy Pendergrass, Johnny Gill and myself......May he rest in peace. Thanks for sharing your gifts.
I would say though the original version of "O what a night" predates David Ruffin with the Temptations, I would consider them contemporaries with Ruffin being the much bigger star in the sixties.
Stuart Perry Ruffin was the bigger star because he had the Motown machine behind him. You give Marvin that machine and the tempts would have been just as good if not better. Marvin Junior never got his just due.
One of the best groups of ALL times! I'm constantly listening to their masterpieces. I would've LOVED to see them LIVE!!!!!!! Much love & hats off to these legendary singers.......let's give them a Standing Ovation!!!!!💕
I second that! No other voice, unmatched between Marvin Junior, & Johnnie Carter. RIP!!! Rest in Peace! We'll SURELY MISS You All!!! Even the 2 that are still left!!!
THIS COMMENT IS BEING MADE BY ME, A WHITE MAN THAT A LONG TIME AGO I PLAYED R&B ON MY TRUMPET 🎺. I'M 81 YEARS OLD NOW AND THE MEMORIES ARE STILL WITH ME. THE MIGHTY DELLS WILL ALWAYS BE UNPARALLELED TO ME! RIGHT ON! RIGHT ON! BYE 4 NOW HAPPY NEW YEAR!
The Dells were the most humble group ever! There was no star in the lineup. Look at how they defer to each other. That's how they had the same members for so long.
Enjoy a new release featuring The Dells! Recorded in 2022 by Verne Allison Jr. (the son of our 2nd Tenor, Verne Allison Sr.), “Missin’ You” features never-released vocals of The Dells, as well as a guest appearance by Marvin Junior Jr (son of our lead singer, Marvin Junior Sr). Check out the video ua-cam.com/video/ZoTunPiw8k8/v-deo.html
If you weren't around to hear music in the 60's and 70's you really missed a great era of music. Even now looking back it brings such happy memories. These singers really knew how to make you feel what they were singing about. And they really gave us a performance, singing and the dance steps and the harmonizing was amazing. I miss this so much in today's music. But thanks for the memories.
I’m a 67 year old female! I always loved the DELLS! Stay in my corner and the song “the love we had stays on my mind “ will always be my favorites!!!! The MIGHTY DDELLS🪷💕🌷💖💖💖
I am James F Jr... The Love we had Stays on my Mind. One of the most Romantic and Beautiful Songs ever Stay in my Corner. Oh my goodness if you were any kind of Man this Song would get you hooked up and in for the Night. I am a Hopeless Romantic. So this Song I would still play for my Girl today. Thank you Dells. I Play this song again, and Again. Tears came to my eyes. Because of the Female I had a crush on. Don't go for the Girl You Love. Go for the Girl who Loves You !!! Peace, God Bless You.
The baddest harmonizing group that ever graced the stages were The Mighty Dells. I know the members that have passed on are singing and serenading those that have transitioned into SOUL HEAVEN! and they’re Receiving a STANDING OVATION!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 ❤❤❤❤❤
The Dells and the Dramatics need to be given more respect and acknowledgement. The instruments played by the band and the vocals is amazing. The best group that ever existed in the music business. ❤❤❤
@Noco235 Motown was a huge success. The acts from other production teams like Gamble and Huff, Solar, STAX, etc.. were not given the same respect due to their music not crossing over to pop culture.
The Unparalleled Dells! Watching this now, touches my Soul. It just proves to me, there is a God Almighty. There has to be because no group could sing like this it's got to be a Blessing from Our God Lord. How in the name of Jesus Christ could any group sing like their singing now, without Our Lord takin' a likin' to 'em!! Impossible without God being there with them singing right along with the Mighty DELLS! I'm a former R&B Trumpet Player. Remember this folks, "Soul ain't nothin' but a feelin' "! As Always, God Bless You and Yours Take Care and Stay Safe ya' hear from Michael!. I'm also a former United States Army Military Police Officer as well as a former Certified Chief-of-Police in the Great State of Georgia. I sought Justice not INJUSTICE! Bye 4 now ❤🎉.
I remember when I was a little girl, my cousin and I snuck in this club, underage but slipped to the front of the stage and this group was singing. As a child of was mesmerized!🎵🎶🎵🎸🙂🧡💚💙💜🧡
Stay in my cornerr......with all due respect to Paul Williams, David Ruffin, Teddy Pendergast,Eddie Levert and Dennis EdwardsOn this jam Marvin proves that he was the greatest R&B baritone that ever lived.
Without a doubt. The power and beauty of his voice is unmatched. Together their voices on this song is so incredible it brings tears to my eyes. They were a cosmic force.
Marvin Juniors voice is unbelievable. The entire group can sing and the band is excellent. Great mini concert. ❤❤ I saw this group at Radio City Hall and they were excellent.
Enjoy a new release featuring The Dells! Recorded in 2022 by Verne Allison Jr. (the son of our 2nd Tenor, Verne Allison Sr.), “Missin’ You” features never-released vocals of The Dells, as well as a guest appearance by Marvin Junior Jr (son of our lead singer, Marvin Junior Sr). Check out the video ua-cam.com/video/ZoTunPiw8k8/v-deo.html
THERE WILL NEVER EVER BE SUCH A SOULFUL SINGING GROUP LIKE THE MIGHTY "DELLS"! EVERYTIME I LISTEN TO THEM I CAN'T BELIEVE THEY ARE AS GOOD AS THEY ARE. PAST PRESENT OR FUTURE NO SINGING GROUP CAN EVEN COME CLOSE TO THEIR GOD GIVIN' TALENT. IT HAD TO HAVE BEEN A GIFT SO MEN LIKE ME COULD KICK BACK AND REMEMBER THE TIMES I PLAYED A RHYTHM AND BLUES TRUMPET 🎺 IN AN INTERGRATED SOULFUL BAND WHILE STATIONED IN PUERTO RICO AS A MILITARY POLICE OFFICER IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY 🪖☮️🇺🇲! I'M 81 YEARS OLD NOW WAY BACK THEN I WAS 19 YEARS OLD HAVIN' THE TIME IF MY LIFE. IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY BUT IT WAS A LONG LONG TIME AGO. WILSON PICKETT WAS ASKED, "WHAT'S SOUL PICKETT" AND HE ANSWERED, "SOUL AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A FEELIN'"! I TRIED TO HOLD THE WORD "STAY" AS LONG AS MARVIN JUNIOR DID I COULDN'T DO IT I ABOUT PASSED THE HELL OUT! I'M AN 81 YEAR OLD WHITE DUDE! CAUSE SOUL AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A FEELIN'. IT KNOWS NO RACIAL BOUNDARIES! AS ALWAYS, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE AND STAY STRONG IN THE FAITH AND IN THE FAITHFUL! ✌️ PEACE THAT SURPASSES UNDERSTANDING I PRAY FOR EACH OF YOU WHO READS MY COMMENT! RIGHT 👍 ON! RIGHT 👍 ON! THE MIGHTY "DELLS"!
I grew up with this kind of music, and so glad I can find videos of them. I especially liked Marvin and Johnny Carter's voices! Wow! What voices! And they had class and respect in their music!
This is 2021, who or what group do you know that can blow like this? There aren't any. Listening to them just send chills down my back. How gifted they are.
They are definitely GREAT🔥vocals beyond on point. Give them their credits/flowers…… plus in my humble opinion we have been blessed with a group in 2021-22 that also can “blow, dance , band is a killer, musicians vibing while playing instruments and a lead singer that can set a high range, vocals or any cord on Sweet Fire..I’m grateful we are here to see and hear both according to our preferences 💯💫👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🔥
@@dimitrijackson9474 mr Jackson what the hell are you talking about ??? I LOVED THE DELLS. My review clearly Said they were burning down the room. I loved so many of their songs it was a true blessing to discover them again. FACTS matter. The love we had stays on my mind still makes me sad. My husband and I ALWAYS danced to that !!!!❌‼️
@@dimitrijackson9474 additionally regardless of what you think I said or meant that’s why we ALL have opinions and Ears ! I don’t hate on successful anything. I celebrate people blessings. My thought of a blessing might not line up with yours but I think that’s called LIFE. 💯👀🤣
I have to show this to my grandfather. His brother was Marvin Jr. and I had never seen him so hurt then when I walked into the house after he found out he was gone. He's going to love watching this. UA-cam is known for some pretty ridiculous stuff but this is pretty awesome.
I am in Complete Admiration for the Dells,RIP, with the Great Marvin and Johnny out front, just Spectacular. Not much is mentioned about their band though. They too are very Special, First call, and played every song extremely tight, and I wished for their introduction, especially the drummer,a timekeeper extraordinaire!!!!
In memory of late great Mr. Marvin Junior lead vocalist of the Mighty Mighty Dells it's been 6yrs since you left your earthly home we miss you soooooooo much rest easy friend you deeply miss your supporters May 29 2013 is very sad but you singing will Heavenly choir, rest on....till we meet again..the G.O.A.T gone but never forgotten, we love you...❤❤❤❤❤
Here in 2017, Congratulations on receiving the Life Time Achievement Award from President Obama, the Dells are, were, and always will be MIGHTY!!! LUV, LUV.
I love the Dells so much. I enjoyed this clip immensely. Beautiful harmonies, gifted singers. Shout out to the band as well. Gotta show this to my kids. I raised them on this kind of music.
bigmomma501 a brilliantly melodious cLASS IC NUBIAN WOOLY HAIR AFRICAN WARRIORS SINGER DUO GROUP AND BAND ONE RHYTHMS AND BLESSINGS BLUES BEST IN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 2017,TO.😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄
Me to I have introduced my children to this quality of music and many other very talented and intelligent artists that have set the standards and maintained them the entire time!
This song is such a treasured classic. The Dells were an awesome group. A unique blend of superior voices that to this day has not been duplicated. African American Men Rhythm & Blues Quintets have such a important and vital role in Soul Music. The Dells, The Temptations, The Dramatics, The Manhattans, The Jackson 5ive, the list goes on and on and the sound lives forever. Often imitated but never duplicated.
" The Love We Had" is probably one of the greatest songs ever about lost love. The balance between baritone and tenor is flawless. Big Marvin and Johnny Carter work together like a fine tuned machine. There has never been anyone better, never. "But I'm not complaining" "Because that's how it goes" "There"s always some heartache in this world I suppose" "But you can't imagine, and nobody knows..........
I watch tos live everyday mostly I TRULY Enjoy this Great Group Best I have ever heard on my 67 years on THIS Earth I SIMPLYove Them The Music The Voices THIS BEst We E er Had
This group stands the test of time. Spectacular. Always remembered. I learned about love and life from heart felt lyrics like this. Thank you. Music is one of the greatest a compliments of man.
The pioneers the O’Jays are my favourite soul group but the Dells were one of the greatest to ever did it they inspire the likes of the O’Jays, Whispers and many others.
What a group? There is no other group to match them to. They will always be on my mine. I have all their LPs. Remember those? and will never get rid of them.
I was two when I heard the Dells. My dad and mom say that's when I started singing. I still love group singing and harmony. The Dells we're the best group in the world. Nobody can sing like the Dells. And anybody who told Marvin Jr. he couldn't sing was crazy crazy crazy.. I love I can sing a rainbow 🌈.
MARVIN's voice was the baddest at holding a note, but don't let us forget about JOHNNY's falsetto he could captivate the audience and fans would be spellbound. All in all, THE GREATEST MALE GROUP EVER!!🥰
I JUST CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE MIGHTY DELLS! OH WHAT A NIGHT! ITS GONNA' BE A GREAT NIGHT THANKS TO THE MIGHTY DELLS! I'M 81 YEARS OLD AND A FORMER RHYTHM AND BLUES TRUMPET 🎺 PLAYER A LONG TIME AGO. BUT, IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN I WAS 19 YEARS OLD AND STATIONED IN JUANA DIAZ, PUERTO RICO. FT. ALLEN WAS A TRANSIT SITE AND I WAS A UNITED STATES ARMY 🪖☮️🇺🇲 MILITARY POLICE OFFICER WHO SIMPLY PUT SOUGHT JUSTICE NOT INJUSTICE NO MATTER RACE COLOR OR CREED! JOE TURNER A STAND UP BASS PLAYER LED OUR BAND! WILLIAM SAUNDERS, PERCUSSIONIST AND LEAD SINGER A BAD ASS DRUMMER AND SINGER, WILLIAM WAS AFRO-AMERICAN! CHUCK WILFONG, LEAD GUITARIST, WHITE DUDE, SAM WYATT, TENOR SAXOPHONE 🎷 AFRO-AMERICAN, OF COURSE MY MAN JOE, STAND UP BASS AND FINALLY ME ON TRUMPET 🎺! JOE TURNER AND THE AMBASSADORS WAS THE NAME OF OUR BAND A VERY LONG TIME AGO BUT WE WILL ALWAYS BE TOGETHER IN SPIRIT. I THINK I MAY TEAR UP BEFORE I'M OUTTA' HERE! ALWAYS TOGETHER YEAH MAN SURE NOUGH'! I MISS YOU GUYS! THATS IT! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE AND STAY STRONG IN THE FAITH AND IN THE FAITHFUL. ✌️ PEACE AND HAPPINESS AND LOVE I PRAY FOR YOU AND YOURS! RIGHT 👍 ON! RIGHT 👍 ON! WILSON PICKETT WAS ASKED WHAT'S "SOUL" PICKETT AND HE SAY THIS AND I QUOTE, " SOUL AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A FEELIN'! HOW TRUE HOW TRUE! STAY IN MY CORNER YA' HEAR ME! AND ILL STAY IN YOUR'S, I PROMISE! BYE FOR NOW! MUCH LOVE ❤️! MICHAEL ❤😂🎉😢😊!
I've listened to this concert about 2 dozen times since I first found it and it never gets old. The greatest music to raise your soul up to the highest level of happiness and well being. This great singers were one of the soundtracks of my youth and they are still here giving me so much enjoyment in my old age. Johnny Carter and Marvin Jr. two of the greatest voices in the universe staying in my corner for all eternity.
Let's discussed what really happened. When Leonard Chess told Marvin Junior (you are not a singer) was when The Dells known as (The Elrays) were still in High School. We had recorded a song called 'DARLING I KNOW' and our first royalty check was $16.95. We were so angry that we got our release, went across the street and signed with VJ, changed our name. Long story short - We recorded the Original, Oh What a Night on Vee Jay, Moved to New York, lived in Harlem until I (mickey) got hurt in an automobile accident (Ohio Turnpike) We never received a Royalty Check from Vee Jay Records, and they released The Dells & The Impressions on the same day. The Dells went back to Chess, Bobby Miller was our new producer and Charles Stepney was our arranger. our first check from Leonard Chess was $50,000 (which refutes that 'Cadillac Records' Movie. The Impressions went to ABC Records, and became stars.. Vee Jay folded and declared Bankruptcy. The Dells became STARS Michael (mickey) McGill (The Dells Baritone). View The Dells, Award Winning Emmy, 'Oh What A Night' on UA-cam part 1 2 3
As sad as it is to say and believe R.I.P. Marvin Junior who passed away this afternoon (5/29/13) HUGE loss.....my prayers go out to Marvin's family, friends, and fans, and his Dells family Chuck, Verne, and Michael...
The note Marvin Junior hit and held on "I Can Sing a Rainbow" is freaking inhuman. I think Johnny Gill is the only male R&B artist in this present day with the range and power to sustain that note.
I've always felt Johnny Carter was the greatest tenor. His tenor was so distinct, unlike others which were similar. I actually mentioned this to Marvin a year after Johnny passed away and Marvin's expression lit up and he agreed.
you can't understand and realize the power of Marvins voice unless you could have seen them perform live, he voice litterally could knock down walls I've never heard a voice that powerful
I remember this performance on Ellis Haizlip's Television show SOUL! SOUL! was the first of it's kind and not just fab performances, Ellis had actors, poets, & civil rights activists on each show. Never missed it! It was on New York's Channel 13 which also was a PBS back then. The show ran from 1968 - 1973. Not to be confused with Soul Train which came along later. ✌👏👏
When REAL musicians played REAL instruments; Composing & Arranging was an "art"; Lyrics had REAL meaning; and vocalists sang from the heart with REAL feeling!
I, HONEST TO GOD ALL MIGHTY, CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE UNPARALLELED SINGING GROUP OF ALL TIME. INCLUDING THE FUTURE! REQUIESCAT IN PACE THE MIGHTY MIGHTY DELLS! MAN! UNBELIEVABLE BUT BELIEVABLE! WOW! I NEVER WILL FORGET YOU BABY! RIGHT 👍 ON! RIGHT 👍 ON! DIG THAT!❤🎉😮😊
I was born in the 60s and grew up in the 70s and 80s this is when music was outstanding still listing to this song today the 60s 70s and 80s music is the best music ever
this was and still is our music, it had meaning and help groom us in the areas of love and adulthood. Music does not have that appeal today, It''s all about back that thang up For shame
This group stands alone their simply the best saw them @ Fox theater new years 92 man they put a seal on their legacy that night and you never seen a better group of classy guys they sung their hearts out too... Their soulful music should make every soul brother and soul sister proud to be Black I sure am.
Marvin Junior was absolutely the precursor to Teddy P. These guys were the real deal. And that falsetto was the purest you’ll ever hear. Even today " Stay in my corner" could make young girls cry. New Edition?? Give me break...
Marvin Junior is in a class of his own! We will never have a group like these guys!
Ain’t NOTHING and NOBODY MALE OR FEMALE THAT CAN BEAT OLD SCHOOL SOUL MUSIC. These singers paid dues and paved the way for the ‘microwave’ entertainers of today in all genres!!!!! So grateful for the musical legacy they leave as they go HOME👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾When an elder dies- it’s like a LIBRARY closing!!!
Marvin was THEE greatest R&B voice of our time. Runners up TP & Bobby Lester ! The combination of Marvin Junior & Johnny Carters voices CAN NOT BE BEAT.......thats right I said it !
WORD abt those two voice matches made in heaven.
Definitely true. Marvin was the Essence of Soul and Johnny contrasted that perfecty and made it even more powerful. Timeless Perfection.
Truth is you really can't rank them. They all have their own separate gifts. God given gifts.
Marvin I'll always be in your corner
Year 2023. This is 50 yrs old.. Still timeless andI am still in love❤
Linda me too. My love for the Dells will be forever.
@@obedirect5491"Me too" 😊
"Me too" 😊
Me too !🎂✌️
@17:05 he's holding that note.
Its good to see people giving the Mighty Dells some love. These guys could vocalize with ANYBODY! One of the most underrated groups ever!
They didn't have to JUMP AROUND to sell SEX no disrespect to you tempts hats off2 you HAT'S on!!;; THE DELLS hand's down.no.1 all time
Sole survivor that's all I'm saying in Jesus name amen amen
True The Mighty Dells were underrated..that is because My TEMPTS 'Didn't Look back'...they had lots of competition; but The TEMPTS have Otis.
Marvin was the man... He give birth to David Ruffin, Teddy Pendergrass, Johnny Gill and myself......May he rest in peace. Thanks for sharing your gifts.
I would say though the original version of "O what a night" predates David Ruffin with the Temptations, I would consider them contemporaries with Ruffin being the much bigger star in the sixties.
Stuart Perry Ruffin was the bigger star because he had the Motown machine behind him. You give Marvin that machine and the tempts would have been just as good if not better. Marvin Junior never got his just due.
And not to mention he's nowhere near a dam Teddy Pendergrass
Marvin Junior was the best!!
@@johngoogly Preach.
The Dells ..... one of the greatest groups there ever was!
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So true!!! Legendary!!!
Best of D best.
@@CJack-xi3sw literally the best group ever!!! And Marvin is unmatched as a vocalist!!!!
One of the best groups of ALL times! I'm constantly listening to their masterpieces. I would've LOVED to see them LIVE!!!!!!! Much love & hats off to these legendary singers.......let's give them a Standing Ovation!!!!!💕
The Dell's music touches me from head to toe! Today's Music can't live up to the Real Deal!
Your comment is so sweet.
The Mighty Mighty Dells touches everyone from heard to toe
Thank you for your kind words. I just had to come back in and get some more excellence!
Year 2024. This is 52 yrs old.. . Still Timeless and I am still in love.❤️
Marvin and Johnny give me chills...no one will ever compare
Marvin and Johnny, AMAZING! Super Baritone, Super Soprano!
I second that! No other voice, unmatched between Marvin Junior, & Johnnie Carter. RIP!!! Rest in Peace! We'll SURELY MISS You All!!! Even the 2 that are still left!!!
THIS COMMENT IS BEING MADE BY ME, A WHITE MAN THAT A LONG TIME AGO I PLAYED R&B ON MY TRUMPET 🎺. I'M 81 YEARS OLD NOW AND THE MEMORIES ARE STILL WITH ME. THE MIGHTY DELLS WILL ALWAYS BE UNPARALLELED TO ME! RIGHT ON! RIGHT ON! BYE 4 NOW HAPPY NEW YEAR!
The Mighty Mighty Dells.
Pull up a chair .& .relax. listen to ONE MINT JULEP.
The best tenor Johnny Carter with the most beautiful bedroom eyes.
The GREATEST and most underrated group in the history of the WORLD!!!
MARVIN and the almighty DELLS (Harvey Illinois' very own).
Yes, I lived next door y them when I bought my house in Harvey Illinois
Yes, I bought a house right down from where they lived and rehearsed. My very first home purchase and I lived there for years.
A Great Group for sure. The Mighty Dells. TEMPTS my favorite ..but Those Mighty Dells were Mighty Close:)
Marvin is unmatched!!!!!!
True that
These guys are true Legends this stuff never gets old!
The Dells were the most humble group ever! There was no star in the lineup. Look at how they defer to each other. That's how they had the same members for so long.
Enjoy a new release featuring The Dells! Recorded in 2022 by Verne Allison Jr. (the son of our 2nd Tenor, Verne Allison Sr.), “Missin’ You” features never-released vocals of The Dells, as well as a guest appearance by Marvin Junior Jr (son of our lead singer, Marvin Junior Sr). Check out the video ua-cam.com/video/ZoTunPiw8k8/v-deo.html
Yasssssss!!!
Agree!
Rip Mr Charles Barksdale, bass singer for the Mighty Dells. 💖 5/15/19
If you weren't around to hear music in the 60's and 70's you really missed a great era of music. Even now looking back it brings such happy memories. These singers really knew how to make you feel what they were singing about. And they really gave us a performance, singing and the dance steps and the harmonizing was amazing. I miss this so much in today's music. But thanks for the memories.
Yes they did!
100%+++++Right!!!!! Agree
I love the sound of the 60 - 70s. The Dells were one of the best there sound is just as great today. That's sanging!!
I’m a 67 year old female! I always loved the DELLS! Stay in my corner and the song “the love we had stays on my mind “ will always be my favorites!!!! The MIGHTY DDELLS🪷💕🌷💖💖💖
The best tenor and baritone ever!
Pure gold no lead. No copper. Just gold.
Amazing! Real singers, real musicians! Rest in peace Marvin , you were one of the GREATEST!!!
I am James F Jr... The Love we had Stays on my Mind. One of the most Romantic and Beautiful Songs ever Stay in my Corner. Oh my goodness if you were any kind of Man this Song would get you hooked up and in for the Night. I am a Hopeless Romantic. So this Song I would still play for my Girl today. Thank you Dells. I Play this song again, and Again. Tears came to my eyes. Because of the Female I had a crush on. Don't go for the Girl You Love. Go for the Girl who Loves You !!! Peace, God Bless You.
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The baddest harmonizing group that ever graced the stages were The Mighty Dells. I know the members that have passed on are singing and serenading those that have transitioned into SOUL HEAVEN! and they’re Receiving a STANDING OVATION!!
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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This is , without question, on of the greatest soul concerts ever recorded! Truly, their like will never be known again! Pure soul, and no lie!
The Dells and the Dramatics need to be given more respect and acknowledgement. The instruments played by the band and the vocals is amazing. The best group that ever existed in the music business. ❤❤❤
I’ve got a playlist called Testify, and the Dells- Live we had, is right before Dramatics - it ain’t raining.
The DRAMATICS which is one of my favorite groups. LOVE YOU BOTH, DRAMATICS & THE DELLS!!!
You missed the Motown era, huh??
@Noco235
Motown was a huge success. The acts from other production teams like Gamble and Huff, Solar, STAX, etc.. were not given the same respect due to their music not crossing over to pop culture.
You are so right..... this is our music....basic r&b❤😊@@SS-ii6nz
The Unparalleled Dells! Watching this now, touches my Soul. It just proves to me, there is a God Almighty. There has to be because no group could sing like this it's got to be a Blessing from Our God Lord. How in the name of Jesus Christ could any group sing like their singing now, without Our Lord takin' a likin' to 'em!! Impossible without God being there with them singing right along with the Mighty DELLS! I'm a former R&B Trumpet Player. Remember this folks, "Soul ain't nothin' but a feelin' "! As Always, God Bless You and Yours Take Care and Stay Safe ya' hear from Michael!. I'm also a former United States Army Military Police Officer as well as a former Certified Chief-of-Police in the Great State of Georgia. I sought Justice not INJUSTICE! Bye 4 now ❤🎉.
I remember when I was a little girl, my cousin and I snuck in this club, underage but slipped to the front of the stage and this group was singing. As a child of was mesmerized!🎵🎶🎵🎸🙂🧡💚💙💜🧡
Who else could hold a note like Marvin he was the best
Stay in my cornerr......with all due respect to Paul Williams, David Ruffin, Teddy Pendergast,Eddie Levert and Dennis EdwardsOn this jam Marvin proves that he was the greatest R&B baritone that ever lived.
Beautyful
Without a doubt. The power and beauty of his voice is unmatched. Together their voices on this song is so incredible it brings tears to my eyes. They were a cosmic force.
@@rozenaxsax5133 Amen!
The Dells would sing circles around the Temptations!!!!!
@@lynwoodme8558 So not true& not relevant.
those 3 harmonizing guys are absolutely brilliant. timeless.
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RIP Marvin and Johnnie,there will never be another vocal group like this again!
There will never be another. 😢
That is so true there will never ever be a group like The Mighty, Mighty Dells. ❤️❤️❤️
The Dells a talented group if guys. This is music had a lot of meaning. So glad I came up in this Era if Music.
Marvin Juniors voice is unbelievable. The entire group can sing and the band is excellent. Great mini concert. ❤❤ I saw this group at Radio City Hall and they were excellent.
One of tha BADDEST group's, hands down. Very much ahead of their time back then.
Enjoy a new release featuring The Dells! Recorded in 2022 by Verne Allison Jr. (the son of our 2nd Tenor, Verne Allison Sr.), “Missin’ You” features never-released vocals of The Dells, as well as a guest appearance by Marvin Junior Jr (son of our lead singer, Marvin Junior Sr). Check out the video ua-cam.com/video/ZoTunPiw8k8/v-deo.html
THERE WILL NEVER EVER BE SUCH A SOULFUL SINGING GROUP LIKE THE MIGHTY "DELLS"! EVERYTIME I LISTEN TO THEM I CAN'T BELIEVE THEY ARE AS GOOD AS THEY ARE. PAST PRESENT OR FUTURE NO SINGING GROUP CAN EVEN COME CLOSE TO THEIR GOD GIVIN' TALENT. IT HAD TO HAVE BEEN A GIFT SO MEN LIKE ME COULD KICK BACK AND REMEMBER THE TIMES I PLAYED A RHYTHM AND BLUES TRUMPET 🎺 IN AN INTERGRATED SOULFUL BAND WHILE STATIONED IN PUERTO RICO AS A MILITARY POLICE OFFICER IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY 🪖☮️🇺🇲! I'M 81 YEARS OLD NOW WAY BACK THEN I WAS 19 YEARS OLD HAVIN' THE TIME IF MY LIFE. IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY BUT IT WAS A LONG LONG TIME AGO. WILSON PICKETT WAS ASKED, "WHAT'S SOUL PICKETT" AND HE ANSWERED, "SOUL AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A FEELIN'"! I TRIED TO HOLD THE WORD "STAY" AS LONG AS MARVIN JUNIOR DID I COULDN'T DO IT I ABOUT PASSED THE HELL OUT! I'M AN 81 YEAR OLD WHITE DUDE! CAUSE SOUL AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A FEELIN'. IT KNOWS NO RACIAL BOUNDARIES! AS ALWAYS, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE AND STAY STRONG IN THE FAITH AND IN THE FAITHFUL! ✌️ PEACE THAT SURPASSES UNDERSTANDING I PRAY FOR EACH OF YOU WHO READS MY COMMENT! RIGHT 👍 ON! RIGHT 👍 ON! THE MIGHTY "DELLS"!
I grew up with this kind of music, and so glad I can find videos of them. I especially liked Marvin and Johnny Carter's voices! Wow! What voices! And they had class and respect in their music!
2023 and I sit and listen to these GROWN MEN DAILY!!! LOVE ME SOME DELLS!!!!💋💋💋💋💋
Man Junior could blow!
I will always remember how GREAT these guys were. --- perhaps the greatest soul group ever
Amen
Knock me over with a Feather, we will never hear MUSIC like this again. So much Deep Down. SOULFUL MUSIC. So many Memories back in the Day!!!!
Timeless soul music!❤👏 So much talent! RIP to everyone who are no longer with us.💐🫡
The love we had stays on my mind is my favorite Dells song. I saw the Dells at Madison Square Garden in New York,, they were great.
Hey guys, do you miss this music. I do.
Damn sure do with that slow hard grinding going on!!! LOL!!!!
You bet I do..........
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P FULL..WORDS CANNOT EXPLAIN HOW MUCH, THESE TIMES ARE MISSED BY ME, AND SO MANY OTHER'S..
This is 2021, who or what group do you know that can blow like this? There aren't any. Listening to them just send chills down my back. How gifted they are.
There's no one nowadays that can hold a candle to the Mighty Mighty Dells!🎶 🎤🎶🙏
They are definitely GREAT🔥vocals beyond on point. Give them their credits/flowers…… plus in my humble opinion we have been blessed with a group in 2021-22 that also can “blow, dance , band is a killer, musicians vibing while playing instruments and a lead singer that can set a high range, vocals or any cord on Sweet Fire..I’m grateful we are here to see and hear both according to our preferences 💯💫👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🔥
@@shavonnie2106 Foh... You must be mad!!!! No group out now can hold a candle up nor next to them.... And that's Black or White band!!!!
@@dimitrijackson9474 mr Jackson what the hell are you talking about ??? I LOVED THE DELLS. My review clearly Said they were burning down the room. I loved so many of their songs it was a true blessing to discover them again. FACTS matter.
The love we had stays on my mind still makes me sad. My husband and I ALWAYS danced to that !!!!❌‼️
@@dimitrijackson9474 additionally regardless of what you think I said or meant that’s why we ALL have opinions and Ears ! I don’t hate on successful anything. I celebrate people blessings. My thought of a blessing might not line up with yours but I think that’s called LIFE. 💯👀🤣
Marvin Junior's Vocal Range is one of a kind. He yells in harmony. Enjoyed this
"yells in harmony". 🤔😳🤯💀😳💯
@@househead67 ...That comment cracked me up!
Yes he hits that note every time 😊❤🎉
😂😂😂😂😂 he sure did💖
Wow, awesome
Moves were smooth. Harmonies and fros were tight! The Mighty, Mighty Dells!
I have to show this to my grandfather. His brother was Marvin Jr. and I had never seen him so hurt then when I walked into the house after he found out he was gone. He's going to love watching this. UA-cam is known for some pretty ridiculous stuff but this is pretty awesome.
I can’t imagine how happy (while watching that video) made your grandfather ❤
Loved me some Dells.
Good times forever.
Amen to Utubes nonsense and censorship ,but for these fond memories I am grateful.
Amen to Utubes nonsense and censorship, but for these fond memories I am grateful.
I am in Complete Admiration for the Dells,RIP, with the Great Marvin and Johnny out front, just Spectacular. Not much is mentioned about their band though. They too are very Special, First call, and played every song extremely tight, and I wished for their introduction, especially the drummer,a timekeeper extraordinaire!!!!
In memory of late great Mr. Marvin Junior lead vocalist of the Mighty Mighty Dells it's been 6yrs since you left your earthly home we miss you soooooooo much rest easy friend you deeply miss your supporters May 29 2013 is very sad but you singing will Heavenly choir, rest on....till we meet again..the G.O.A.T gone but never forgotten, we love you...❤❤❤❤❤
Here in 2017, Congratulations on receiving the Life Time Achievement Award from President Obama, the Dells are, were, and always will be MIGHTY!!! LUV, LUV.
The best group that is what you call singing.
I love the Dells so much. I enjoyed this clip immensely. Beautiful harmonies, gifted singers. Shout out to the band as well. Gotta show this to my kids. I raised them on this kind of music.
bigmomma501 a brilliantly melodious cLASS IC NUBIAN WOOLY HAIR AFRICAN WARRIORS SINGER DUO GROUP AND BAND ONE RHYTHMS AND BLESSINGS BLUES BEST IN UNITED STATES OF AMERICA 2017,TO.😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄😄
Me to I have introduced my children to this quality of music and many other very talented and intelligent artists that have set the standards and maintained them the entire time!
Amazing group talent vocals...miss those days and music...like we always have a nickname!!!❤
Yes Yes Yes, timeless The Dells paved the way for future soul singers we come to love, vibe and adore❤
This song is such a treasured classic. The Dells were an awesome group. A unique blend of superior voices that to this day has not been duplicated. African American Men Rhythm & Blues Quintets have such a important and vital role in Soul Music. The Dells, The Temptations, The Dramatics, The Manhattans, The Jackson 5ive, the list goes on and on and the sound lives forever. Often imitated but never duplicated.
What I like about the interplay between Marvin and Johnny is that you can tell they enjoy and respect each other's talent.
The mighty mighty dells ---the greatest group there ever was ----Marvin Junior the greatest lead there ever was
" The Love We Had" is probably one of the greatest songs ever about lost love. The balance between baritone and tenor is flawless. Big Marvin and Johnny Carter work together like a fine tuned machine. There has never been anyone better, never.
"But I'm not complaining"
"Because that's how it goes"
"There"s always some heartache in this world I suppose"
"But you can't imagine, and nobody knows..........
I watch tos live everyday mostly I TRULY Enjoy this Great Group Best I have ever heard on my 67 years on THIS Earth I SIMPLYove Them The Music The Voices THIS BEst We E er Had
This group stands the test of time. Spectacular. Always remembered. I learned about love and life from heart felt lyrics like this. Thank you. Music is one of the greatest a compliments of man.
That’s my favorite song from the Dells.
Amazing memories!😊
The pioneers the O’Jays are my favourite soul group but the Dells were one of the greatest to ever did it they inspire the likes of the O’Jays, Whispers and many others.
What a group? There is no other group to match them to. They will always be on my mine. I have all their LPs. Remember those? and will never get rid of them.
Marvin Junior's passion as a vocalist is UNMATCHED ...
I was two when I heard the Dells. My dad and mom say that's when I started singing. I still love group singing and harmony. The Dells we're the best group in the world. Nobody can sing like the Dells. And anybody who told Marvin Jr. he couldn't sing was crazy crazy crazy.. I love I can sing a rainbow 🌈.
MARVIN's voice was the baddest at holding a note, but don't let us forget about JOHNNY's falsetto he could captivate the audience and fans would be spellbound. All in all, THE GREATEST MALE GROUP EVER!!🥰
I JUST CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE MIGHTY DELLS! OH WHAT A NIGHT! ITS GONNA' BE A GREAT NIGHT THANKS TO THE MIGHTY DELLS! I'M 81 YEARS OLD AND A FORMER RHYTHM AND BLUES TRUMPET 🎺 PLAYER A LONG TIME AGO. BUT, IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY WHEN I WAS 19 YEARS OLD AND STATIONED IN JUANA DIAZ, PUERTO RICO. FT. ALLEN WAS A TRANSIT SITE AND I WAS A UNITED STATES ARMY 🪖☮️🇺🇲 MILITARY POLICE OFFICER WHO SIMPLY PUT SOUGHT JUSTICE NOT INJUSTICE NO MATTER RACE COLOR OR CREED! JOE TURNER A STAND UP BASS PLAYER LED OUR BAND! WILLIAM SAUNDERS, PERCUSSIONIST AND LEAD SINGER A BAD ASS DRUMMER AND SINGER, WILLIAM WAS AFRO-AMERICAN! CHUCK WILFONG, LEAD GUITARIST, WHITE DUDE, SAM WYATT, TENOR SAXOPHONE 🎷 AFRO-AMERICAN, OF COURSE MY MAN JOE, STAND UP BASS AND FINALLY ME ON TRUMPET 🎺! JOE TURNER AND THE AMBASSADORS WAS THE NAME OF OUR BAND A VERY LONG TIME AGO BUT WE WILL ALWAYS BE TOGETHER IN SPIRIT. I THINK I MAY TEAR UP BEFORE I'M OUTTA' HERE! ALWAYS TOGETHER YEAH MAN SURE NOUGH'! I MISS YOU GUYS! THATS IT! GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS TAKE CARE AND STAY SAFE AND STAY STRONG IN THE FAITH AND IN THE FAITHFUL. ✌️ PEACE AND HAPPINESS AND LOVE I PRAY FOR YOU AND YOURS! RIGHT 👍 ON! RIGHT 👍 ON! WILSON PICKETT WAS ASKED WHAT'S "SOUL" PICKETT AND HE SAY THIS AND I QUOTE, " SOUL AIN'T NOTHIN' BUT A FEELIN'! HOW TRUE HOW TRUE! STAY IN MY CORNER YA' HEAR ME! AND ILL STAY IN YOUR'S, I PROMISE! BYE FOR NOW! MUCH LOVE ❤️! MICHAEL ❤😂🎉😢😊!
I've listened to this concert about 2 dozen times since I first found it and it never gets old. The greatest music to raise your soul up to the highest level of happiness and well being. This great singers were one of the soundtracks of my youth and they are still here giving me so much enjoyment in my old age. Johnny Carter and Marvin Jr. two of the greatest voices in the universe staying in my corner for all eternity.
'Open Up My Heart' and 'Nadine' 28:45
Them boys can sang! This is what music is all about. They sanging
from their heart & soul.
The harmony and the way how Marvin holds on to that note on "Stay" blows my mind every time!!!
R.I.P. Mr Marvin Junior. Thanks for sharing that great voice of yours with us. We are truly grateful.
Let's discussed what really happened. When Leonard Chess told Marvin Junior (you are not a singer) was when The Dells
known as (The Elrays) were still in High School. We had recorded a song called 'DARLING I KNOW' and our first royalty
check was $16.95. We were so angry that we got our release,
went across the street and signed with VJ, changed our name.
Long story short - We recorded the Original, Oh What a Night
on Vee Jay, Moved to New York, lived in Harlem until I (mickey) got hurt in an automobile accident (Ohio Turnpike)
We never received a Royalty Check from Vee Jay Records,
and they released The Dells & The Impressions on the same
day. The Dells went back to Chess, Bobby Miller was our new
producer and Charles Stepney was our arranger. our first check from Leonard Chess was $50,000 (which refutes that
'Cadillac Records' Movie. The Impressions went to ABC Records, and became stars.. Vee Jay folded and declared
Bankruptcy. The Dells became STARS Michael (mickey) McGill (The Dells Baritone). View The Dells, Award Winning Emmy, 'Oh What A Night' on UA-cam part 1 2 3
As sad as it is to say and believe R.I.P. Marvin Junior who passed away this afternoon (5/29/13) HUGE loss.....my prayers go out to Marvin's family, friends, and fans, and his Dells family Chuck, Verne, and Michael...
UNDER-RATED !!! GREAT GROUP, POWERFUL LEAD SINGER. REAL SOUL MUSIC.
WE ARE GOING WAY BACK NOW THE 1970S ! RIGHT ON!!! 5 21.
It's still a blessing to be here in 2023 to enjoy this. ❤ 🙏
JOHNNY AND MARVIN.....MAGIC....
And may they both R.I.P.
IMO Marvin was the GOAT!
The harmony they created ahs yet to be duplicated
IMO yeah he was!
youaintneverlied this is whats missing in black vocal groupso called singing! they need to be given proper vocal training!
Their harmony is so technically sound and they are in the top ten vocal groups in R&B
I am 74 years and the first time I saw these five extraordinary men r was only 16 so you know they are seasoned
Oh yes! This is the real deal.. These brothers can bring it.
Takes me back to a wonderful time/space in my life. Sing On
Marvin and Johnny were magic together...WOW!
The note Marvin Junior hit and held on "I Can Sing a Rainbow" is freaking inhuman. I think Johnny Gill is the only male R&B artist in this present day with the range and power to sustain that note.
You could be right Jonny Gill can definitely sing.
Stay in my corner, he holds the note for 23 seconds. Amazing
K-Ci from Jodeci could also get with this
Great guys, met Marvin at his wife's beauty shop. Johnny Carter at a bar close to where I lived. Nice gentlemen. Miss them.
I should be paying for this concert. These guys are just too good they deserve every dime.
So true dont seem fair we get to see one of the most spectacular performances of all time from wherever we are fir free
I've always felt Johnny Carter was the greatest tenor. His tenor was so distinct, unlike others which were similar. I actually mentioned this to Marvin a year after Johnny passed away and Marvin's expression lit up and he agreed.
yes yes!!!!!!!!!!!!! most definately
Carter and Junior were perfect complements.
+jimy0803 his voice was too squeaky sometimes but his lower range was great! smokey rob still the goat...
+Machelle Bailey That's what made him distinctive. His voice provided great harmony. As great as Smokey is, Mr Robinson didn't have Mr Carter's range.
+Seanzie_73 Right above Ruffin-Kendricks in my book!
This is a master piece
Man, they sound just like the records!
Timeless, absolutely BRILLIANT !
A round of applause 4 our brothers from Illinois 🎉
One of my all-time favorite groups!! Marvin Junior was the TRUTH!! My favorite song was and still is," THE LOVE WE HAD STAYS ON MY MIND".
marvin junior... D*MN. what a way to belt out a song with soul. what a perfect back and forth.
EXCELLENCE! !!no doubt about it. The MIGHTY DELLS!!!!!
The amazing thing is the fact that they are really singing.
Bac ( in'da ) day, that's what music was bout, " singing " ya' azz'off...
you can't understand and realize the power of Marvins voice unless you could have seen them perform live, he voice litterally could knock down walls I've never heard a voice that powerful
I remember this performance on Ellis Haizlip's Television show SOUL! SOUL! was the first of it's kind and not just fab performances, Ellis had actors, poets, & civil rights activists on each show. Never missed it! It was on New York's Channel 13 which also was a PBS back then. The show ran from 1968 - 1973.
Not to be confused with Soul Train which came along later. ✌👏👏
When REAL musicians played REAL instruments; Composing & Arranging was an "art"; Lyrics had REAL meaning; and vocalists sang from the heart with REAL feeling!
Exactly! I am in tears listening to this; you felt every lyric, every harmony, what a group! REAL MEN IN A REAL GROUP WITH REAL SOUL SINGING!
Diana Troncoso
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Gotan Ryu musical intelligence and ability was a requirement. Young blacks wanted to hear MUSIC!
And I still know the words. Wow and stay in my Conner was the best song ever
Dells was the best ever
I, HONEST TO GOD ALL MIGHTY, CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE UNPARALLELED SINGING GROUP OF ALL TIME. INCLUDING THE FUTURE! REQUIESCAT IN PACE THE MIGHTY MIGHTY DELLS! MAN! UNBELIEVABLE BUT BELIEVABLE! WOW! I NEVER WILL FORGET YOU BABY! RIGHT 👍 ON! RIGHT 👍 ON! DIG THAT!❤🎉😮😊
The Love We Had Stays On My Mind is pure vocal perfection. Incredibly beautiful harmonies and tonalities that nobody these days could ever match.
Right ON😮!
You are right …..not even Bruno Mars can match their creativity
Right on love it
I love the Dells. I just can't stop thinking about this video.
I was born in the 60s and grew up in the 70s and 80s this is when music was outstanding still listing to this song today the 60s 70s and 80s music is the best music ever
Listening to this makes my heart ache for these times gone by. When the singing & music was so so,so beautiful!!!!❤love it!!!!
Excellence personified. All the artistes of today should watch this video and see how a live performance should really be done. Simply awesome.
this was and still is our music, it had meaning and help groom us in the areas of love and adulthood. Music does not have that appeal today, It''s all about back that thang up For shame
This group stands alone their simply the best saw them @ Fox theater new years 92 man they put a seal on their legacy that night and you never seen a better group of classy guys they sung their hearts out too... Their soulful music should make every soul brother and soul sister proud to be Black I sure am.
I wish there was a time machine, so I could go back in time 2c what really really good music was like...This feels so good 2 my soul!!
Marvin Junior was absolutely the precursor to Teddy P. These guys were the real deal. And that falsetto was the purest you’ll ever hear. Even today " Stay in my corner" could make young girls cry. New Edition?? Give me break...
Stay, that was the song of all songs!❤❤❤