FIRST TIME HEARING The Dells - Stay In My Corner (Live circa 1972) REACTION

[@meliw4142]

The "Mighty, Mighty Dells!!!" They just do not make singers like this anymore. Applause, applause, applause, applause

[@irenephillips4287]

Blue lights in the party basement music...💕💕

[@veronicasmith7076]

@@irenephillips4287 and up against the wall...

[@Margaret1448]

At last, Jen! Thanks sho much!!!

[@ayndowney9401]

Yes these groups are incredibly beautiful and Perfectly Elegant in their lyrics, pitch, sound, rhythm and passion 💖😍

[@michelledickerson7052]

Absolutely right!!

[@knowledgeispower4313]

That was when R&B was deep and authentic!

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

YESSS!!!

[@blessed5545]

You got that right. I'm talking about God given talent. Nothing like this junk today.

[@mgj1s479]

Soul music

[@wdrauch]

No autotune needed

[@marshellbrown9641]

Yes the Dells was the group along with a few others in the 70's

[@gregfoles5480]

One of the longest held notes in R&B history. Marvin Junior, aka "Old Iron Lungs".

[@chancebrown106]

Legend has it that man is still holding that damn note!🔥

[@katyas-mom]

This.

[@patsmith6982]

Chance, now that's a good one!🤣 He was long winded.❤️

[@rwarren4637]

😂😂😂😂👋👋👋👍🏾

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

The Dells' two incredible lead singers were Marvin Junior (baritone) and Johnny Carter (first tenor, on the right). They traded lead on many of their songs. Not long after both of them died -- Carter in 2009 and Junior in 2013, the group stopped performing.

[@williamanderson1091]

Thanks for that bit of Black History. They sang music with so much positive meaning.

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

@@williamanderson1091 You're very welcome. Yes, I agree that their music was positive.

[@rdennis2253]

This group The dells was put in the Guinness world book of records for the note held the longest at that time did you know this thank you for the good work keep it up.

[@timmcgruder8487]

@@jaya-squishiehuntr019 put her out there so we can hear for ourselves

[@ClowneryAtItsFinest]

The Love We Had by The Dells is a BOP! ❤

[@t-tops857]

My favorite of all time by The Dells!!😢😢

[@judithwhite6148]

My favorite ❤❤❤❤

[@cbreez40]

The Amazing DELLS

[@tanyabrown8008]

I'm no expert but That was an incredible singing performance! That is all.

[@supersonicsoulsupreme1414]

The one and only. The Mighty Mighty Dells. Marvin Junior (lead) one of the greatest voices in music

[@dianeouellette3571]

I love how they harmonize! The audience seems totally transfixed! Afros/Naturals were all the rage and the bigger the better. They were huge! I'm thinking of the activist Angela Davis. She knew how to rock it!

[@sheilameyers152]

Time for a slow dance! That’s what we love to do to this record!

[@Margaret1448]

@@sheilameyers152 Horizontally... :D

[@sheilameyers152]

@@Margaret1448 Haha!

[@anthonysmith8210]

It nothing old school

[@davewalker7775]

They stayrd ogether 40 years no changes the mighty Dells rest in peace what a group

[@patriciadavis5939]

Back in the day if they pushed those harmonies out like that we listened to the strength in their voices. Props to the Dells.

[@ayndowney9401]

You can't be their eloquent and perfect pitch. When you dream of great memories think of their musical, talents and dramatic delicious delivery 🚚😁 perfection

[@andreaturner9259]

I will have to say I had the privilege of seeing them once at the Fox Theater in Detroit and kept a smile on my face from start to finish...another good song by them # give your baby a standing ovation

[@marywilson1442]

Yes, "Give Your Baby A Standing Ovation". I haven't heard that in a while. Let me go look that up and give it a listen. Thanks 👍

[@jobuck879]

@@marywilson1442 Grew up listening to these guys. One of my favorite songs was a song my dad would play when he was feeling especially amorous about my mom lol--it’s called Super Woman. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXardZ-Op8abaa8

[@andreb.thomas5926]

...and you guys can't comprehend the quantity and quality of music that was created in my generation, jazz, R&B, soul, British invasion, rock, etc. You can keep your Hip-hop, Rap music, Cardio B....and that stallion wench. ...and I'll keep mine. Chao. Retired Vietnam era veteran, ex Detroiter, expatriate currently living in the Colombian Andes.

[@veronicasmith7076]

It was the Apollo in NYC for me...

[@GG.1900]

The Mighty old school DELLS❣️🎼❣️

[@claudiasmith4087]

It's good seeing young people listening and enjoying this music there's none better

[@TawanaCook]

John E. Carter was an American doo-wop and R&B singer. He was a founding member of The Flamingos and a member of The Dells. Both groups have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, making Carter one of the few multiple inductees. Wikipedia Born: June 2, 1934, Chicago, IL Died: August 21, 2009, Harvey, IL

[@jacquelinemathews806]

He held that note!!!

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

I've seen this performance before, and it is EVERYTHING!!! Their voices. The harmony. Insane!

[@dianeouellette3571]

SO TRUE!!!

[@sexymama1966]

The 1968 record version went to #10 on the pop chart and number one on the R&B singles chart.. The live version is definitely live!

[@pharamathews5152]

"Oh What A Night" & "Stay In My Corner" are a couple of the mighty Dells songs you will want to check out. We last saw them perform in a packed venue in Los Angeles. My husband & family are from Harvey IL (I worked there) where the Dells grew up and lived so they are close to everyone's musical hearts . They started singing in high school in 1952. One of them lived in the back house where a cousin used to live in Harvey. Back in the 1950's it was a great to go to a house party where the young Dells would sing & my late hubby (who would be 82) got to tag along with his older sister or their mother wouldn't let her go. The Dells sang their soulful heart out for 60 years and their catalog of songs are here to stay & enjoy.

[@dianeouellette3571]

WOW! Such great memories! I just LOVE that era of music.

[@ayndowney9401]

Wow 😊😅😮 this doesn't get any better by any other talented artist they sing POETRY and it is so ELEGANT 😻🎉😂❤

[@valeriefullilove5198]

This was the jam back in the day.

[@azscratchers8596]

That was great! 1972 was a awesome year for music! 😎

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

Hey Tim and Fred! That's how Afros looked in the 70's. 😂 There was no tapering. You'd braid your hair at night and use your Afro pick to pick it out in the morning. 😃

[@meliw4142]

Pick and Pat

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

@@meliw4142 Yep! 😃

[@marilynhudson5805]

I still have my Pick. Don't forget we had the Afro SHEEN IT really brought the Fro to life 😎

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

@@marilynhudson5805 Oh yes indeed!

[@phenom4943]

You guys are gaining an experience from listening to this music ... The appreciation on your faces is PRICELESS ... KEEP LISTENING

[@cchild9110]

WHAT? I have never seen what they looked like either. EXCELLENT!!!

[@channelthree9424]

Finally someone reacted to this powerful sing.

[@cb142]

We sat in amazement to groups that had such wonderful harmony. The Dells were it.

[@Mrskmdumas12]

Great choice! One of my favorite oldie but goodie songs! The movie “The Five Heartbeats” was loosely based on their story. This song is on the soundtrack.

[@veronicasmith7076]

yes, it was...

[@channelthree9424]

The audience was enjoying the music because they knew what was coming.

[@ellisisland1374]

Well put.😎

[@lindapowers8592]

Now that takes me back!

[@fhamilton2172]

Their tones are unmatched. 🎼🎤

[@katyas-mom]

One of the great groups. The Mighty Dells The Four Tops The Tempting Temptations The Mighty, Mighty O'Jays Each group had at least one monster ballad considered a staple at Black gatherings.

[@sharonjarrett8953]

Blue Magic "What's Come Over Me " Blue Magic "Spell"

[@meliw4142]

Spell is a great one

[@heartnsoullove]

Love that you went back so far. While you’re there, PLEASE PLEASE react to The Four Tops “Reach Out (I’ll Be There).” That song is from the Cooley High soundtrack- a cult classic.

[@chefmarianrene5251]

Classic….last slow dance tune at the house party😎

[@dongiovanni6796]

I didn't know this crew, but the lead baritone is something else! Really good.

[@Greyareas27]

Marvin Junior. One of the most powerful voices in R&B history.

[@ayndowney9401]

He is really GREAT check out their entire collection you will not be disappointed!!!!

[@cashus68]

This is the shit i grew up with on tv and radio , i was born 8/5/68 ;)

[@karenjoseph7460]

Great song! The Dells were an amazing group. Another great Dells song is, The Love She Had Stays On My Mind. Keep up the great work.

[@andreaturner9259]

O wow the Dells one of the best... unfortunately the lead singer is no longer with us 😢

[@shongreer]

I was born in 78 but my father is from Chicago and has the pleasure to see then perform since they are from Harvey ill a suburb of Chicago. This is my father's fav song

[@winona43xp]

Classic

[@charlottelinder4868]

Yessssssssss Best music ever I was going on 5 year’s old❤️💙 I love seeing you guys together God bless you guy’s 😇😇😇😇

[@gerib4234]

Wow! My 1st time hearing this. Just wow! I hope they were very famous. Such raw talent there!

[@blessed5545]

WOW! It just blows my mind that there's people out here who NEVER heard of The Dells and YES, they are very FAMOUS.

[@raybori6808]

Dating back to their 1st hit Tell The world 1955

[@gjladson]

Another example of a baritone singing lead.. Dells are iconic!

[@cindybird3247]

Nothing but talent! Standing still and singing and YET completely captivating! Very much enjoyed this! (Fred, Chris Tucker....LOL)

[@maddynavarro77]

Brings back memories. The best!

[@sandramiller6752]

Awesome 👍💯

[@evaking3518]

Hey guys. The Dells were absolutely amazing for sure! Those voices! This is one of those last dance songs at the club 🙂. Beautiful. Thank you for the memories

[@Impex7]

LOL.....BACK IN THE DAY, IN ORDER TO BE A LEAD SINGER IN A MAJOR R&B GROUP, YOU HAD TO BE ABLE TO HIT, "THAT NOTE". IF YOU COULDN'T, YOU HAD TO BE IN THE BACKGROUND.😜

[@mildredalayon7095]

I remember this being one of the longest records. It was usually left for the end of the party when the couples were already picked out. Loved it 💖.

[@karenbrown7744]

OMG! This is one of my ALL-TIME favorite songs and groups! My dad used to play it and I would pick up a fork or spoon and sing this song. I especially like the part where they hold Baaaaaaabbay. 😀🎼🎤❤️

[@latricet5569]

I think the audience felt like me watching and listening to this just in awe of their harmony and emotionally moved. Great song choice guys

[@leidellgettis7926]

Classic soul!!!!! Man, you both reacted to a classic!!!!

[@3rdwisdom154]

I love it that you are reviewing real music. I lived those songs and wore that fro. This was my favorite song by them. And I love how they did this on a live show. I use to sing this song all the time. Beautiful! Loves songs are the best! Thank you for reviewing them.❤️❤️❤️

[@tyehodge4075]

Nothing like classic soul

[@ellisisland1374]

True!😎

[@dragons8416]

The Dells (as well as the group 'After 7') were the real voices of The Five Heartbeats, in the movie of the same name. The banter, in this video, looks like a scene in the movie.

[@ritarobinson3713]

Wow leaving the 8th grade to be a freshman in high school I was 13 and then turned to 14 in October

[@knowledgeispower4313]

I was right behind you. And remember the Whispers back then? Only Meant to Wet My Feet and I’m Gonna Make You My Wife. That was real R&B!

[@keithburch8997]

What artists sings with such power these days. None!

[@allencharles100]

The love we had stays on my mind is my personal favorite.

[@orondedavis]

Man, a classic. My grandmother lived next door to Mr. F.Junior, we used to watch them rehearse in the basement in Harvey,ILL. 1:59

[@vidatwynham2482]

I was 5 and my grandmother and mom played this in the kitchen while cooking 🥰👩🏻👵🏼🎤🎼🎼

[@ritarobinson3713]

Wow y'all went way back in the day and I'm 64 well going to be on Halloween I don't remember what year that song came out 🙄🤔

[@MarianRenta]

My all time, of all history, FAVORITE group, the mighty Dells. Each of those voices unique like a band of instruments. One sounds like a trumpet, one sounds like a sax, one sounds like an upright bass, one sounds like a violin, and one sounds like a muscle car engine revving. ❤

[@williepowell7204]

Yes sir THE MIGHTY DELLS the whole concert was excellent I have watched this live video with them I know 3 or 4 times keep up the great work fellas.

[@carolr.4863]

I was 11 years old & I don't really remember them, but they've got powerful voices!!!!! They almost remind me of The Spinners back in the day. It's great to see you, Tim & Fred interested in their lyrics & style of R&B. That's a special art to hold onto one note like the one guy did for quite a while, lol!!!! 😎👍🏼☮️❤️

[@shongreer]

They are from Harvey Illinois they was inducted in the Rock and roll hall of fame i think 5 years ago or so. If you ever seen the movie five heartbeats they were the voices behind the songs

[@carolr.4863]

@@shongreer Wow, thanks for the info!!! I'll check out the movie!!!! 😊

[@DaveD2488]

The Dell's were before even my time. But this was when music was real music. 100% pure singing and %100 instrumentals. No remixing and all the stuff that makes today's music sound so good and sometimes even fake. No swear words either. 😁

[@bobmrkus3185]

I had started 12th grade in september 1972. I was huge into music. I never heard of these guys. They are great. Thank you!!!

[@blessed5545]

Wow I can't believe u never heard of the Dells. I guess better late than never.

[@ayndowney9401]

Check out the rest of their collection the Dells were awesome 👍😎

[@joyroberts8266]

There are actually 2 still alive. That is Mickey McGill & Verne Allison. They are both in their 80’s. Verne is the yellow one. And you can see Micky about the 3rd. one. Yes, Marvin Junior, the 1 holding the note! That was his greatest attribute. And I don’t think there’s anyone else to do that!!! Yes, & LOVE you guys for appreciating good music, like I do!!!

[@user-go6my5kj3m]

Thank you guys, the Young folks need to know were their talent come from, and why we will always be the best😊❤

[@VickiCampbell-1216]

Oh, man!! I've always loved The Dells!! I grew up in the 70s and loved watching Soul Train. I also loved those big, round afros!! I love "Oh What A Night" by The Dells from 1969. 💜

[@seeval3871]

Thank You Finally checking the Dells Out

[@deniseeugene1852]

The way they sang about women ….👏🏾

[@DaisyAnnabelle65]

I love the Dells singing, The love we had stays on my mind. The lead singer is AMAZING! ….❤️ I like Dru Hills version too. Sisqo can sing!

[@knowledgeispower4313]

That was my favorite song by them.

[@taneshah.1260]

Dru Hill did an incredible job with that remake. Easily one of my favorites of all time.

[@chesterwilliams5663]

I play that song by the dells everyday at work and sing it to. My co- workers don't like my singing, but I get so into that song.

[@taneshah.1260]

@@chesterwilliams5663So do I! You can't help it, LOL.

[@chesterwilliams5663]

@@taneshah.1260 Lol, you're right.

[@christinesanchez2141]

I'm 66 oh my goodness did I have a blast slow 💃 to this song 🎵 😳 😅

[@francesmcnamara7581]

This is what we call a "Lowrider Oldie" in Cali ❤ on heavy rotation during the Art Laboe show 🎙

[@armedanddangerous711]

I really appreciate the two you for taking the time to review the Dells and for introducing them to other young people. Love yall

[@marthaz]

Now you know some pioneers of Boyz to Men and other vocal groups. Love you two young students of music 💕

[@paulinenegrete984]

One of my favorite songs, played this 45 over & over again, my daughter was born 1972, I was 19yrs old. ❤️✌️🔥

[@maryf2673]

Loved being young listening to my uncle sing this!

[@mmc9828]

"Whoever he is.". LOL. Cute to watch youngsters watch an iconic group such as the Dells!

[@marilynhudson5805]

Magnificent!!💯. Takes me back to being 23yrs. I ,was in my last year of Nursing Classes at FISK University. Reminds me of going to the Homecoming Dance when this Classic Song came out on the Chart's. Good memories that will last me as long as I live.💗❤️🌹

[@karensharpe8432]

The "Mighty" Dells were awesome. You don't get singers with voices this good nowadays. "Stay in My Corner," "Oh What a Night," "Long and Lonely Nights," "Give Your Baby a Standing Ovation," and the "Love We Had Stays on My Mind" are my favorites

[@joyroberts8266]

You’ve got to hear Marvin Junior, hold that note at the end!!! That’s all I got to say!!! The one with the unique voice, that’s Johnny Carter, whom, I believe died in 2009! And the other, Marvin Junior, I believe, died in 2013 or 2014, cause he died about 4 or 5 years after Johnny! Love you guys for listening to The Dells!!! There’s only 1 member alive right now, & that’s Verne Allison. In his 80s, but he still looks good! Anyways, Love ya!!!

[@MrNathan791]

That’s my flavor of music right there. Real R&B music. Growing up in the 70’s man there was so many great groups that had their own unique sound. So we have YT to revisit live performances and the recordings of music from that era. Today’s music just don’t come close. I’m so blessed to have experienced all that great music in real time. Thanks guys.

[@matsuwd-emethdaath4002]

Those guys were BEASTS...saw a taped show back in early 2000s of a live show by Public Broadcast Station ( PBS ) it was quite moving even in their older ages. It was some DooWop special.

[@miawarren8735]

That’s called talent.

[@danitabarnes5516]

Love this song! My dad introduced me to this music. Reminds me of listening to this with him on our road trips.

[@lissalois1822]

Please react to the 1969 version of Oh What a Night by The Dells, so very good!

[@robertconnor9884]

Thanks for the appreciation of us "old heads'" music. They tell a story; a story of love and you can BET... your grandma and grandpa utilized the musical melodies to facilitate your mom & dads' existence. 👍

[@MsA1ClassyLady]

Hi Twins. It's Lady Anita. You going waaaaaay back for these true old school. Thank you, thank you. They "sang" this song and he held that note. Legendary, Legendary Kings. They are right there with some other Legendary Kings, The Ojays, The Stylistics, The Spinners, The Four Tops, The Temptations, Harold Melvin, and the Blue Notes. Classic, Classic smooth sounds. Thanks again for reacting.

[@michelledickerson7052]

Honey, if I had been in that room listening to this song I would’ve been crying. Their music moves me like crazy. Marvin and Johnny gone but never ever forgotten. I absolutely adore their music!! ❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥

[@SeptemberBaby28]

The audience knew what was coming. That’s why they were just sitting there watching. 😂

[@bgvan37]

Just love when youngins finally hear our music,.

[@cashus68]

Listen to The Whispers Keep On Lovin Me a fast up beat old school brother band from Oakland CA :) there big hit was and the beat goes on 70,s then 80,s rock steady .

[@richardwillams7086]

The dells one of the best groups ever seen or heard

[@joyroberts8266]

Just ran across you both again & had to listen. LOVE You Both!!! It’s June of 2023, Still Good Music!!!

[@carollittle1059]

Stunning!!

[@JH-zp1fu]

Great song choice 🔥

[@gmeshell7]

They are within the realms of the GOAT.

[@liatmeitzenheimer3475]

The best slow dance record ever!