theojays

Comment

Comment by Gwendolyn Ellis on August 6, 2010 at 6:25pm

I'm back, i see there's not many of us still around, just the one's that have been taking care of themselves, good luck to all of you.

Comment by A Bloodworth on June 13, 2010 at 9:31pm

your I love music song is not on your playlist

Comment by A Bloodworth on June 13, 2010 at 9:26pm

I loved Something to talk about cd i played it over & over..

Comment by The O'Jays on June 11, 2010 at 7:59am

Fans of the R&B vocal group The O'Jays may be surprised to hear what lead singer Eddie Levert has in store musically for his upcoming solo work. "Right now I'm trying to do a little rock 'n' roll," Levert tells Spinner about the project, which may be out sometime next year. "I'm trying to do a little bit away from the group and try to do something on my own." He continues: "I like doing 'Addicted to Love,' that kind of stuff. I'd do it."

Levert's last solo project was 'Something to Talk About,' a 2007 duet album with his late son Gerald. As for whom he would like to work with on this album, the singer, mentions producer and chairman of Geffen Records Ron Fair. "He's [worked with] Christina Aguilera, the Black Eyed Peas, [and] the Pussycat Dolls," says Levert. "He did an album for us called 'Emotionally Yours,' [where] we did a cover of a Bob Dylan song. So I like him as a producer and I think he knows how to pull the people together."



Asked if the project will also involve producers Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, who were responsible for many of the O'Jays' greatest '70s hits such as 'Love Train' and 'For The Love of Money,' Levert says: "Naturally. How could I do it without them?"



Sign up to member list eddielevert@theojayshomepage.com.



Upcoming shows for Eddie Levert

B B Kings Blues Club New York,NY 10/9/10



The O’Jays' Eddie Levert is already very well known to secular audiences due to the rich, powerful baritone that has powered hits like “I Love Music,” “Love Train,” and “Backstabbers,” among others. Now he’s lending his voice to an even higher cause – spreading the gospel. He is part of the WKM (We Know Music) gospel compilation CD, “I’ve Been Saved,” which comes out on June 22nd.

On the CD, Levert sings the song “Why,” which is a spiritual exploration of loss, something the senior Levert knows all too well after losing his sons, Gerald and Sean, within a year of each other.

It’s not Levert’s first time singing gospel. He and Walter Williams started out in Canton, Ohio singing gospel songs on the radio. Their duets ultimately led to the formation of the O’Jays.

“I’ve Been Saved” producer Johnny Baber is a Canton native as well, and he definitely wanted Levert on the project.

“Levert reflects his passion for change and believes every word he sings,” Baber says.

“I’ve Been Saved” includes 12 original songs and three covers. Artists who participated include Najee, vocalist Mary Griffith, Zacardi Cortez, Hope Lester (featured on the Bobby Jones Gospel Hour) Oliver Scott (formerly of the Gap Band), and percussionist Charles Brown.

Comment by The O'Jays on June 11, 2010 at 7:59am

Current mood: blessed
In honor of World Multiple Sclerosis Day today, O'Jays front man Walter Williams has decided to become an advocate of the disease and go public with his ongoing battle.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee -- known for classic soul hits including 'For the Love of Money,' which is the theme song of Donald Trump's reality show 'The Apprentice' -- revealed to Reuters that he has maintained an active life despite being diagnosed nearly three decades ago.

"I have done well with MS, and I want other sufferers to know that they too can lead a normal life," the 67-year-old crooner said. "Why now? Well, it's a good time to come out and let people know there is medication for this now that helps a great deal. When I was diagnosed, they told me I had 20 years to live and there was no cure, but it has all changed."

In the midst of touring the world and cranking out hits for Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff's Philadelphia International Records, Williams initially began to feel the effects of the inflammatory autoimmune disease in 1983, including numbness in his feet, legs and torso -- all of which led to his diagnoses at the age of 39.

The shocking news not only came as a surprise to the 'I Love Music' chart topper, it also spiraled the singer into a cycle of self-loathing.

"I knew nothing about MS, so when I was diagnosed, I just freaked out," he revealed. "The doctor told me to get my life in order as I probably only had 20 years to live."

"At first I did the pity party thing and felt sorry for myself, but then I got angry and decided to fight it. I started exercising more to make my body strong and started to eat right and keep a great attitude. I slipped a lot, but I got through it."

To date, more than 2 million people are affected with MS worldwide, affecting three women to every male and often showing symptoms when people reach their early thirties.

Although Williams' family was made aware of his health issues, he did not let the disease shun his legendary music career.
"I just suffered through it," he said. "It wasn't easy but I had to because I didn't want to stop singing. What aggravated it was heat, so I took cold showers and had a bucket of ice on stage that I could put on my head."

With his solo debut, 'Exposed' currently available through digital retailers Williams is living proof that "you can live a normal, happy life" while battling multiple sclerosis.

"I am a living example that you can live with MS with a great attitude, eating properly, exercising, talking to your health care professionals to find out exactly what is best for you as regards treatment."

Comment by The O'Jays on January 29, 2010 at 8:12am

MySpace Comments

Comment by Gwendolyn Ellis on January 21, 2010 at 3:45pm

The Ojay's are the best, I enjoyed their music since I was age 16.

Comment by Gwendolyn Ellis on January 18, 2010 at 7:06pm

you guys are forever mine......smile.

Comment by The O'Jays on January 15, 2010 at 11:41pm

Passing of Teddy Pendergrass We knew Teddy for many years. Teddy leaves a legacy of music for fans to enjoy for years to come! More importantly, he leaves a story of strength and tenacity. He endured tragedy that would have stopped many and he never gave up. Teddy fought long and hard and continued to share his gifts with the world! God Bless the Pendergrass Family.


THE O'Jays WALTER WILLIAMS, SR., EDDIE LEVERT, SR. & ERIC NOLAN GRANT

Comment by The O'Jays on January 15, 2010 at 11:40pm

Have a Happy and Blessed New Year! Much peace, happiness, and blessings!

• ‹ Previous
• 1
• 2
• Next ›
• Page