OMGoodness, Although, they weren't all the original singers, they sounded Fantastic 🎤! Great Job Gentlemen..Thanks for the Wonderful Memories nd Keeping their Beautiful Love Songs, Musicianship & Awesome Style of Music Alive..July 2019🎤💏👏💃 #ALovingFanSince'70s ❤
After being a Dramatics fan since the 70s i feel no one and i mean no one will never capture the magic of the Lenny Mays,Ron Banks,Larry Demps,Willie Ford and L.J. Reynolds line up but my hat is tipped to Willie Ford for his effort in trying to preserve the sound but this is hard to even listen to for the sound & magic simply isn't there.Honorable mention to Wee Gee as well as Tony Hester and may all The Dramatics who have transcended always RIP
Love this class act, no matter what & who of them are singing, it's all love to me ! 🎻💎✨💛Thinking of the passed members now when they sing "I Want To Go Outside In The Rain" ☔😢💦💧
Willie Ford was a great bass singer for sure, but there were so many bad cats in the bass department that should also get some shine (that could also stand next to the likes of Melvin Franklin) such as Lee Gaines from the delta rhythm boys, Pervis Jackson from the spinners; Alvin Chea of Take 6, and Ray Davis of P Funk just to name a few.
you people are unbelievable Willie can't control that the other dramatics pass on. He can't bring them back. Be glad we have a original member still living sound damn good looks good for his age still handsome like his young self. I just read this comment some of these people talking bout were the original members at. There's only 2 original member 1 replace member. The rest are gone home to glory😢 miss Lenny he was so cute sweet and always smiling lay back. And Mr. Ron was very handsome with a beautiful falsetto voice Wee gee was very handsome with a pretty voice. Larry was a very great dancer. But to each your own we got to except that 4 original are dead. So let's give Willie a chance and still support him. After all he's a legend he been there from the beginning. I'm sure one day him and LJ will put their difference's aside and come together. Peace brother's and sisters 💗
I love the evolution of this song, and Michael Brock sang it so beautifully. Wee Gee laid the foundation, Lenny Mayes added the " think about it you in the rain, and me in the rain" to it, and LJ Reynolds also added to it. Wee Gee would be to hear what his song has become.
Words can't express how much i miss Ron. I think Ron Banks and John E Carter from the Dells are the two finest tenors the world has produce and there are and were some really beautiful tenors.
I can see only one original Dramatics.. He's to the right on the end.. I can remember when he came to my hometown to perform along with the original members back in the 70s...LJ Reynolds was a member then..Oh! that's Willie talking there. The original one.
Of course there's nothing like the "classic" lineup with Ron; Lenny; LJ; Larry; and Willie, or the lineup which put them on the map, Wee-Gee; Ron; Elgin; Larry; and Willie, but I actually like this lineup. Willie felt the need to break away from LJ because the feeling was that LJ was assuming too much "control" over the group. Ron's widow felt the same,
With all due respect, if LJ was assuming control, then that should have been a good thing since he obviously was the voice and attitude that led the group to many of its biggest hits. Quite frankly, with Ron gone, LJ should definitely lead the group and Ron's widow is sadly missing the point if she doesn't see this. The Temptations were never the same without David Ruffin and the Dramatics will never be the same without LJ and Willie coming together. I love the Dramatics and pray for the reunion of the members
l have been a fan of the Dramatics since the original group with Wee Gee Howard, Ron Banks, Willie Ford. I love all of their music of which most were recorded with Howard on lead, and he was good. l loved Lenny Mayes leads and performances as well.Willie had to have had a good reason to form his own group; and from interviews I've seem of Reynolds, he was more interested in the financial part and ending the shows quickly. This new lineup have very good vocals and real soon they will be right up there at the top. They are younger, love singing, and more cohesive. l wish nothing but the best for Willie Ford and his Dramatics. lf any of you saw Ron and the Dramatics in their performance in Texas the lady said to L.J. you are an original, which he didn't correct, and you had to have seen the look of disdain on Ford's face. Reynolds even has the nerve to call Marvin Gayes' COME GET TO THIS his new song. Also, l'm glad Mrs. Bank lawyered up and saved her husband's group & legacy. The nerve of Reynolds saying that if Ron was no longer singing she could get no money. God bless you Willie Ford and your Dramatics. You have a good heart.
Sister Dianne, with all due respect, the Original lineup of the Dramatics did not include Willie Ford either. He joined in 1969, so he was no more original than LJ, but the hits they made together is what we all remember the group by. I think it really doesn't matter who was there first, second or third. What matters is that TOGETHER they created a very powerful and incredible group that produced many hits and many memories for us. If LJ wants to run the business side of it, the only question anyone should have is can he do so effectively and preserve the sound and quality of the group? If Willie can be a better businessman than LJ, then he should run the business. Either way, they should sit down and discuss it and come up with a workable solution. That's how grown men handle business and it is the only way we, the fans, will ever get our Dramatics back. Quite frankly, when David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks decided to go on tour with their own version of the Temptations, they were terrible. No one wants to see karaoke. Amen?
I am 69yrs.old having grown up listening to the Dramatics,I'm sorry but no one can take the place of the original DRAMATIC S,with L J Reynolds and Ron Banks. I also seen them in person. My favorite male group of all time.
Some things are betta left the hell alone. Yall messed this song up. But we are so desperate for real music of essence. Please hang up yall cletes...please😥😥
@ Mo Sm, you're out of your mind. Tempts were just as good with Dennis. It's really a matter of preference. also, let's not forget that LJ wasn't even an original member. We-gee Howard was the original lead-singer on "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get; "In The Rain"; "Hey You, Get Off My Mountain!".
Did you say that Dennis was as good as David Ruffin? You must have swallowed a bag of crack! Dennis Edwards was good at what he was good at, but he wasn't even in the same ball park as David Ruffin and definitely didn't have the charisma and swagger of David Ruffin. As for LJ not being an "original" member, let me remind you that Willie didn't join until 1969, and Wee-Gee never had another hit. LJ's voice led that group to a ton of hits and with Willie's baritone and Ron's soprano, they were unstoppable. But seriously, trying to compare Dennis Edwards (R.I.P.) to David Ruffin (R.I.P.) is like trying to compare Buster Douglas to Muhammad Ali. My advice: leave that crack alone and get yourself some treatment
Samarian Breeze Canada . LOL!!.you're absolutely right about this comparison...some people you just can't imitate.even if you try..only one David Ruffin..nor too many imitators for His Voice! Personally, I didn't care for Dennis Edwards style of singing with the temptations...but maybe I was and am stuck in an Era ,most of which cannot be duplicated..but we appreciate the efforts for trying
I understand Willie ford has to still make a living. It's just never good when groups replace all the original members... This is a karaoke version of the Dramatics.
They sounded okay, but they were not the Dramatics that we have all come to love for decades. Willie has my respect, but he needs to talk to LJ and work it out. The Dramatics without LJ Reynolds is like the Commodores without Lionel Richie, or LTD without Jeffrey Osborne, or the Temptations without David Ruffin. No matter how you look at it, you just can't replace greatness
These boys are hittin hard,....of couse they're not the originals, but the group sounds great,.even though LJ is with the other group,...but the 1st tenor and the tenor (next to him on stage) can blow,..and Willie's bottom is flawless !!!
MESSAGE TO WILLIE FORD: I know you and LJ had a difference of opinion, but here's my proposal: Sit down and talk with him. FIX what is wrong between you Brothas and REUNITE. Form the group again and I will bring in a team of writers for some new material. I'll bring the band and the producers. Let's bring back the sound that made many memories. Let's bring back "The Dramatics" You can reach me via email: penmastertoch@gmail.com
Some new Dramatics please! It's rough to look at.......Damn! The one dude on the far right is the original,the one with the bass voice. But he looks like he has been making burgers.........
+David Terrell I never called Brock an original. I simply stated he was once in the lineup with a bulk of the original members. If u wanna get technical, Ford is the only "original" surviving member from the days of "Whatcha See I Whatcha Get" still performing. Larry Demps is retired. LJ was a replacement for "Wee-Gee" Howard.
WOW..nothing like the voices of the original Dramatics. And they've in need of a choreographer. Sorry just makes me listen to the records more because this is too watered down talent wise.
Nawwwww I'm sorry but Ford needs to hook back up with LJ Reynolds and not with these Fly By night guys who he got out the neighborhood bar = pookie, ray ray , Junebug and Roscoe lol !
I agree, hot mess, but what can you expect from these new people. They don't have the singing talent, nor the expertise, hence the reason why they are butchering this son'g. 1 Dramatics doesn't equal The Dramatics.
OMGoodness, Although, they weren't all the original singers, they sounded Fantastic 🎤! Great Job Gentlemen..Thanks for the Wonderful Memories nd Keeping their Beautiful Love Songs, Musicianship & Awesome Style of Music Alive..July 2019🎤💏👏💃 #ALovingFanSince'70s ❤
After being a Dramatics fan since the 70s i feel no one and i mean no one will never capture the magic of the Lenny Mays,Ron Banks,Larry Demps,Willie Ford and L.J. Reynolds line up but my hat is tipped to Willie Ford for his effort in trying to preserve the sound but this is hard to even listen to for the sound & magic simply isn't there.Honorable mention to Wee Gee as well as Tony Hester and may all The Dramatics who have transcended always RIP
Rip Tony Hester
My all time favorite group! Love me some Dramatics!!
Can't be replaced! Willie Ford, Melvin Franklin the best 😎😎😍😍
Love this class act, no matter what & who of them are singing, it's all love to me ! 🎻💎✨💛Thinking of the passed members now when they sing "I Want To Go Outside In The Rain" ☔😢💦💧
2o21 August 12 yall still the greatest singers amen
Love these guys👏🏽👏🏽
They sound great
Amazzing Artists !! Big up the Dramatics !
Willie Ford is the ONLY bass singer that could stand next to the Melvin Franklin
Also, James (Jimmy) Ricks and Gerald Gregory of the Spaniels. You should check em' out
Willie Ford was a great bass singer for sure, but there were so many bad cats in the bass department that should also get some shine (that could also stand next to the likes of Melvin Franklin) such as Lee Gaines from the delta rhythm boys, Pervis Jackson from the spinners; Alvin Chea of Take 6, and Ray Davis of P Funk just to name a few.
Want to compare they are so close the may be twins 😆
They still on TOP💃💃💃💃💃🥰😘♥️💯SING GUYS🎈🎈🎈🎈🎈😇👌
Ron bank's spirit is all on the Group, thank you Willie Ford and Sandra Banks.
Stop with that Lie
When you ORIGINALS CAME OUT IN 19634 I was just born & ily guy’s Music 🎶 then & NOW THANK YOU ALL♥️🎈💃💃💃💃💃🥰😇
you people are unbelievable Willie can't control that the other dramatics pass on. He can't bring them back. Be glad we have a original member still living sound damn good looks good for his age still handsome like his young self. I just read this comment some of these people talking bout were the original members at. There's only 2 original member 1 replace member. The rest are gone home to glory😢 miss Lenny he was so cute sweet and always smiling lay back. And Mr. Ron was very handsome with a beautiful falsetto voice
Wee gee was very handsome with a pretty voice. Larry was a very great dancer. But to each your own we got to except that 4 original are dead. So let's give Willie a chance and still support him. After all he's a legend he been there from the beginning. I'm sure one day him and LJ will put their difference's aside and come together. Peace brother's and sisters 💗
Yes, I give credit to the two remaining ones, but let's face it no one can compare to L J Reynolds and Ron Banks.
No doubt the original Dramatics were the best, there will never be another, grew up listening to the original..
I saw The Dramatics open for Al Green in Los Angeles at The Greek Theater. The best concert I've ever been too.
@@dennisbattle9406 I'll bet it was...
They sound pretty good .
I think the leader singer has a beautiful voice, they sound great.
That's Michael Brock.
Que falta faz o Lenny, para mim o melhor interprete de In the rain
I love the evolution of this song, and Michael Brock sang it so beautifully. Wee Gee laid the foundation, Lenny Mayes added the " think about it you in the rain, and me in the rain" to it, and LJ Reynolds also added to it. Wee Gee would be to hear what his song has become.
2:37 2:39 Loved WeeGee in his RED suit on Soul Train He lives on in My ❤️ his SISTER is his TWIN ..my friend.
Beautiful Thank You Mr. Willie Ford Class shines thru
Excellent
They sound great! 🎶🙌🏾
I miss Ron Banks Rest in Paradise
💔😭🥺🆘🥰🙏🏼
Words can't express how much i miss Ron. I think Ron Banks and John E Carter from the Dells are the two finest tenors the world has produce and there are and were some really beautiful tenors.
I can see only one original Dramatics.. He's to the right on the end.. I can remember when he came to my hometown to perform along with the original members back in the 70s...LJ Reynolds was a member then..Oh! that's Willie talking there. The original one.
❤❤who. Ever. Has. The. Son. Has. Life. And. Who. Ever. Reject. The.son
Shall .not. .see . Life.
Of course there's nothing like the "classic" lineup with Ron; Lenny; LJ; Larry; and Willie, or the lineup which put them on the map, Wee-Gee; Ron; Elgin; Larry; and Willie, but I actually like this lineup. Willie felt the need to break away from LJ because the feeling was that LJ was assuming too much "control" over the group. Ron's widow felt the same,
With all due respect, if LJ was assuming control, then that should have been a good thing since he obviously was the voice and attitude that led the group to many of its biggest hits. Quite frankly, with Ron gone, LJ should definitely lead the group and Ron's widow is sadly missing the point if she doesn't see this. The Temptations were never the same without David Ruffin and the Dramatics will never be the same without LJ and Willie coming together. I love the Dramatics and pray for the reunion of the members
And. AGAIN WILLIE FORDS. Dramatically yours. DRAMATICS
l have been a fan of the Dramatics since the original group with Wee Gee Howard, Ron Banks, Willie Ford. I love all of their music of which most were recorded with Howard on lead, and he was good. l loved Lenny Mayes leads and performances as well.Willie had to have had a good reason to form his own group; and from interviews I've seem of Reynolds, he was more interested in the financial part and ending the shows quickly. This new lineup have very good vocals and real soon they will be right up there at the top. They are younger, love singing, and more cohesive. l wish nothing but the best for Willie Ford and his Dramatics. lf any of you saw Ron and the Dramatics in their performance in Texas the lady said to L.J. you are an original, which he didn't correct, and you had to have seen the look of disdain on Ford's face. Reynolds even has the nerve to call Marvin Gayes' COME GET TO THIS his new song. Also, l'm glad Mrs. Bank lawyered up and saved her husband's group & legacy. The nerve of Reynolds saying that if Ron was no longer singing she could get no money. God bless you Willie Ford and your Dramatics. You have a good heart.
Sister Dianne, with all due respect, the Original lineup of the Dramatics did not include Willie Ford either. He joined in 1969, so he was no more original than LJ, but the hits they made together is what we all remember the group by. I think it really doesn't matter who was there first, second or third. What matters is that TOGETHER they created a very powerful and incredible group that produced many hits and many memories for us. If LJ wants to run the business side of it, the only question anyone should have is can he do so effectively and preserve the sound and quality of the group? If Willie can be a better businessman than LJ, then he should run the business. Either way, they should sit down and discuss it and come up with a workable solution. That's how grown men handle business and it is the only way we, the fans, will ever get our Dramatics back. Quite frankly, when David Ruffin and Eddie Kendricks decided to go on tour with their own version of the Temptations, they were terrible. No one wants to see karaoke. Amen?
GO HEAD, MR. FORD... GOD BLESS 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Right on Brothers!!
I am 69yrs.old having grown up listening to the Dramatics,I'm sorry but no one can take the place of the original DRAMATIC S,with L J Reynolds and Ron Banks.
I also seen them in person. My favorite male group of all time.
Oh, good. Y love
Love the Dramatics
Rick Littleton and the Ron Banks replacement (I can't hear his name) are real Blowers !!
SilkySlim Whatever happened to Brian Banks?
GO HEAD KING👑WILLIE💋
Well Lj's Dramatics is nothing to write home about.The Dramatic's you will never again see one of thoes great shows again.
i luv the hell out the dramatics but just cant get next to this i luv my originals plus with no LJ it ain't, and can't make it with me
100% agree with.. even willie is flat
Yes!!!
sound good.too.me.the lead is very nice.
Michael Brock ✊🏾 I'm listening in 2023
Love the song but they sound so Dramatic
Willie was cool. Where is LJ Reynolds in this picture? 2015.
this happens to be Ron Ford and the new dramatics
Love the Dramatics!!! Missing lj tho. 😊
R I P Willie Ford
Some things are betta left the hell alone. Yall messed this song up. But we are so desperate for real music of essence. Please hang up yall cletes...please😥😥
Not bad; RIP Willie Ford, Pee Wee, and Ron Banks.
Wee Gee
Missing Willy Wee Gee !!!!
Yes WeeGee in his Red suit on Soul Train ...l miss you dude.. your sister is your twin. You live on in my ❤️
Tight harmony
I see Willie Ford broke away from LJ Reynolds and Winzell Kelly. There are two Dramatics groups now.
Ok. Good point, I prefer LJ's group of Dramatics.
@@lorettadean1778 So do I. I just found out Willie died in 2019 at 68 years old. Rest In Peace.
Sounds good fella....Nati girl..Mizzan.
last one on the right is the only one I know the face ......the others no dice
myeyesinside out hi honey.
Were is wee gee
Loved WeeGee in 7:14 his red suit on Soul Train his sister is his twin .
RIP WeeGee.living on forever in my❤
@ Mo Sm,
you're out of your mind. Tempts were just as good with Dennis. It's really a matter of preference. also, let's not forget that LJ wasn't even an original member. We-gee Howard was the original lead-singer on "Whatcha See Is Whatcha Get; "In The Rain"; "Hey You, Get Off My Mountain!".
Did you say that Dennis was as good as David Ruffin? You must have swallowed a bag of crack! Dennis Edwards was good at what he was good at, but he wasn't even in the same ball park as David Ruffin and definitely didn't have the charisma and swagger of David Ruffin. As for LJ not being an "original" member, let me remind you that Willie didn't join until 1969, and Wee-Gee never had another hit. LJ's voice led that group to a ton of hits and with Willie's baritone and Ron's soprano, they were unstoppable. But seriously, trying to compare Dennis Edwards (R.I.P.) to David Ruffin (R.I.P.) is like trying to compare Buster Douglas to Muhammad Ali. My advice: leave that crack alone and get yourself some treatment
Samarian Breeze Canada . LOL!!.you're absolutely right about this comparison...some people you just can't imitate.even if you try..only one David Ruffin..nor too many imitators for His Voice! Personally, I didn't care for Dennis Edwards style of singing with the temptations...but maybe I was and am stuck in an Era ,most of which cannot be duplicated..but we appreciate the efforts for trying
You square's got such a hard on for lj he's not even on this shit and even if he was he would of turned this shit out.
Willie Ford sang with Capitols before he got with the Dramatics. He didn't sing on the Cook Jerk record though
Envelheceram mas e sucesso
I understand Willie ford has to still make a living. It's just never good when groups replace all the original members... This is a karaoke version of the Dramatics.
They sounded okay, but they were not the Dramatics that we have all come to love for decades. Willie has my respect, but he needs to talk to LJ and work it out. The Dramatics without LJ Reynolds is like the Commodores without Lionel Richie, or LTD without Jeffrey Osborne, or the Temptations without David Ruffin. No matter how you look at it, you just can't replace greatness
It's time to retire the Dramatics, don't like when new people try to carry on after the old members has passed on. RIP original Dramatics
Shame the group Willie Ford's version refuse to continue as Wilie Ford's Dramatics because in truth they better than those fronted by Reynold.
You are right, this is a good group, but not like the ones, that were with the great Ron Banks!! Dramatics, songs, will last forever!!
Tight
winzell is not in this group.open ur eyes.
That’s not the dramatics...whr is LJ?
These boys are hittin hard,....of couse they're not the originals, but the group sounds great,.even though LJ is with the other group,...but the 1st tenor and the tenor (next to him on stage) can blow,..and Willie's bottom is flawless !!!
Where is Reynolds?
Without David Ruffin, the Temptations were not "tempting". And without Reynold's, the Dramatics aren't "dramatic."
+Mo Sm BS....Dennis Edwards did Cloud Nine...Runaway Child...Papa Was a Rolling etc. David was good but Dennis did his thing also.
+MIMI88998899 Also Dennis is singing lead on "It's Summer" one of my all time favorites.
+MIMI88998899 ...Okay, you made your point and I can't disagree.
Willie is the only original tho...
Ok
MESSAGE TO WILLIE FORD: I know you and LJ had a difference of opinion, but here's my proposal: Sit down and talk with him. FIX what is wrong between you Brothas and REUNITE. Form the group again and I will bring in a team of writers for some new material. I'll bring the band and the producers. Let's bring back the sound that made many memories. Let's bring back "The Dramatics" You can reach me via email: penmastertoch@gmail.com
They better do something. Because this cannot stand. LJ’s a little arrogant too. But this version is a hot mess. There tone and harmony is horrible.
Some new Dramatics please! It's rough to look at.......Damn! The one dude on the far right is the original,the one with the bass voice. But he looks like he has been making burgers.........
+rexa garvin Michael Brock was also in the "original" group along with both Willie Ford and LJ Reynolds at one time.
+jimy0803 But still..............
+jimy0803 Michael Brock not an original...
+David Terrell I never called Brock an original. I simply stated he was once in the lineup with a bulk of the original members. If u wanna get technical, Ford is the only "original" surviving member from the days of "Whatcha See I Whatcha Get" still performing. Larry Demps is retired. LJ was a replacement for "Wee-Gee" Howard.
Man I know them personally if that's technical enough for you
What Dramatics is this 😳? Wanna bes???, go sit down so where please!
R U SERIOUS NOW ? THESE R NOT THE REAL/TRUE DRAMATICS. LET'S GET REAL
muito bom👍👍👍👏👏✌👍
it was ok
Just ok
WOW..nothing like the voices of the original Dramatics. And they've in need of a choreographer. Sorry just makes me listen to the records more because this is too watered down talent wise.
Nawwwww I'm sorry but Ford needs to hook back up with LJ Reynolds and not with these Fly By night guys who he got out the neighborhood bar = pookie, ray ray , Junebug and Roscoe lol !
WHO ARE THEY ONLY RECONIZE ONE GUY LAST ONE ON OUR RIGHT
They were introduced after they sang. 😐
I love the Dramatics, but this is a hot MESS!
+Tony T I love this group and I know good music
Tony T
it's not a hot mess it's just not Ron,Wee Gee,Larry,and Lenny!
wtf, they sounded great, i realize that willie is the only semi original, but still.
Not too bad. They are not going to sound like the original members. They tried
oh no!
No thank you.
Who in the heck is this????
nice try
Upfront, Willie gone but these other four should still do a Dramatics Review unit tribute group.
Dat lead singer looks like Debo. Pass.
Ti Ha stop,,🤣🤣
That was horrible. Come on guys.
Huge mistake HORRIBLE. PLEASE STOP! Where is LJ REYNOLDS. Willie Ford you must know better. Stop foolishness
Great point
No No No
I agree, hot mess, but what can you expect from these new people. They don't have the singing talent, nor the expertise, hence the reason why they are butchering this son'g. 1 Dramatics doesn't equal The Dramatics.
THIS NOT THE DRAMATICS THEY SHOULD BE SUED FOR USING THEIR NAME :(
I'm sorry but this terrible...
No Ray Davis of Parliament is the only one to hold the bass vocals.
But Willie Ford is sensational by far.
Ugh can you say terrible ...... 😯😧🫤