The "GREAT AL JOHNSON" on lead vocals! This is one the truly great soul sangers of all time. Writer, Composer, Keyboardist., he can do it all. I have watched him work in the studios, the brother is genious! GENIOUS!!!
Sing brother Beginning of my end used to tear my heart out I was 15 when it came out and today at 64yrs lt still makes me cry this was a big hit for the group They are Unific!
RIP Al Johnson. Soooo many memories of the Unifics' songs growing up in the DMV; the blue lights in the basement parties; the oldies clubs. Wonderful voice and still sounded great on this video.
My husband grew up with him in DC (he had a nickname but I can't remember it). His family moved and one day he heard that he joined the singing group and was the lead singer. What a voice! The neighborhood was shocked.
Every time I watch this it's like seeing it for the first time. They are mesmerizing performers, chorography always on point, bar none!! It's like I am back at the Howard theater, front row. Great memories!💜💜💜
As an entertainer perpetuating 60s/70s R&B Soul music, I give the UNIFICS the utmost respect. Young entertainers please take note. The UNIFICS are still putting it down like the way it was done 30+ years ago.
So glad to see these old groups finally getting the recognition they deserve. Those of us that grew up to this music now have money and will gladly pay to see some real singers and musicians.
I saw these guy's back in 1970 in Greensboro n.c. at the soul festival with the mighty Dell's the Delfonics and the Impression and others I was 17 seems I will never forget.
Saw them at the Apollo back in the day they would come on stage and all you would see is white iridescent gloves. The stage would be completely dark. They would tear the place down One of the best groups of that time you won't see any more like this again
chico1250 I REMEMBER THOSE DAYS AS WELL AT THE APOLLO THEATER ESPECIALLY WHEN THEY DID THE BEGINNING OF MY END THERE WASN'T A DRY EYE IN THE HOUSE IN MY OPINION THEY WERE THE GREATEST SINGING GROUP EVER TO TOUCH A MICROPHONE AND A STAGE.
I had front row seat at the Apollo Theater never seen a performance like this just mind blowing fantastic showmanship master piece of greatness all the way around 👑👑👑👑🎩🎩🎩🎩🎵🎶🎷📻🎤🥁💯💯💯💯💯
Saw Gregory Cook at the 6th Annual Classic R&B Weekend. He looked outstanding and still had the ladies going crazy. What a great guy he is with a wonderful spirit. I love the UNIFICS!!!!! For this reason The Unifics will be approached to be part of the 7th Annual Classic R&B Weekend in November 2013. Last time I saw them in Philadelphia at a moon Man affair they WERE OUTSTANDING receiving multiple standing ovations because the group is tight and Al Johnson is a genius!!!
I saw these guys at the Street Coner Harmony show at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington DC about 3 years ago and they took the show. Al Johnson still sound great.
This is by far one of the best groups out there. I have used them and really hope to book them again soon. What a shame we do not get to see some of the true GENIUS GROUPS as much as those other types. I really will push to get them involved very soon. Just sorry I have not used them more. Guys keep up the great singing (Charlie and Al are off the hook). and the steps are just as sharp as years ago.
Al I want to say God Bless you and the Unifics. Thanks for having The Camaros Band play behind you guys in Bethesda. So much talent in the D.C. area. The 60's were a hellava decade. From Doc and the rest of the Camaros
Oh yes!!! Don’t know if these cats are the original group members But they sound just like the 45rpm that I was given by a radio host many many years ago. One of the best songs spinning at that time.
For sure Al Johnson (lead singer) and Greg Cook are from the original Unifics, and likely the other two as well but I can’t be sure. Sadly, Al Johnson passed about 10 years ago.
The Unifics have gotten better with time. I sat and watched all of your videos today to reminisce your great talent. Absolutely phenomenal! Blessings, Avis Harrell
I remember you back in the day and pay d attention to the words of your song it was special but the beginning of my end did a number on everybody thank you for be beautiful artists
this makes me feel young again--miracle. i remember these guys from howard from their first configuration--al, marvin, t-font-and michele. remember their rehearsals in cook hall--i even remember jubal. marvin used to call me and my (then girl) the king and queen. thanks to whomever posted this--sweet memories keep you young and make growing old a priviledge
LMAOOOOOOO at them moves. Brothas don't move like that no more. I loved these guys and the Delfonics' routines. They had absolutely nothing to do with the lyrics being sung, but they were steppin' their asses off......GREAT POST
Mostly all the groups back in the day had some baaaaad steps.... The Dramatics, Dells, Temptations, the steps were awesome..... I tuned in to see the video and hear this great song while watching the performance... December 21st, 2014
The Unifics... The Mad Lads and The Manhattans all wore white gloves when they performed. They still sound good! There's nothing better than an old school slow jam! 🎶💖
Aaron, you should be very proud. Your fathers group was one of the few groups that, in my opinion had moves that were up there with the Temptations, Contours and Anthony and the Imperials. And, they sounded great as well. It is always so nice when family members chime in on these posts.
Saw your father at the Apollo the unifics are one of the greatest groups that ever took the stage. They could turn a show completely out, I would not want to come on behind them. They would always give you an outstanding performance.
Mayme Clayton I know you're just joking.... You gotta love those steps! New Edition today had trouble with Bobby Brown trying to do some steps... Bobby had to walk off the stage.... You gotta be in shape also... I like those steps.. I gotta see it again.... December 21st, 2014
Musical groups are our legacy. I for one are is thankful to the renaissance. Too many folks don't understand or respect vocal group. Those rappers couldn't beat any of the guys in the Unifics dancing!!
@@lucky4724 # you got to check out the video in 1967... Same group name same song, they were just younger and had on green and white... They were off the chain!!!
Listen...!!! And Listen Good...! I Remember Seeing. These Bad Brothers @FABAIN in Paterson, N.J. Along with The Delfonics.... Lil Q-b And The Five Stairsteps And The Whatnots When They all were Young.. Thank You jesus For letting Me live To wittness The Best In Doo-woop Music
No doubt about it, GAC(Guilty As Charged) such a beautiful and just outstanding singing- l remember this song growing up and this live version is t totally off the chain!!!!
Just met lead-singer Al Johnson's widow this past week. Se was telling me how her husband was an entertainer but didn't tell me who he was until I asked because she thought I was too young to have heard of the Unifics. She was shocked when she found out I knew of them. Nice lady too. A real pleasure to talk to.
Delores Moses CAN YOU NAME THE BACKGROUND ORIGINAL DANCERS? I KNOW THE ONE DANCED ON HIS RIGHT IS HAROLD. IS GREG COOK THE ONE TO HIS LEFT? WHO’S THE YOUNG GUY IN THE MIDDLE? I’M SPEAKING ABOUT THE OLD VIDEO THET PERFORMED BACK IN 1968 I BELIEVE. 😂
@@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS I believe these 4 are: Al Johnson; Tom Fauntleroy; along with newer members Charlie Lockhart and Garrett Hall. Johnson and Fauntleroy put this version of the group back together in 2004. Worthington lef tearly in the 70s and Cook when the group split up. The "classic" and longest-lasting version of the group included: Johnson; Fauntleroy; Greg Cook; and Marvin Brown.
jimy0803 THANK YOU. I ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW FROM THEIR OLD 1968 VIDEO THE GUY’S NAME IN THE MIDDLE. THE YOUNGEST AND TALLEST. 😂. I ASSUMED MARVIN BROWN...RIGHT? 😂
I thoroughly enjoyed this...This was great! Youngsters this is how you perform..A classy group and that can sing because they are talented not manufactured.
Love the video. Just saw them last night in Philly. They got a standing ovation. Took me back to the Uptown days. I just wish the profomance was done with the black lights so I could only see the gloves.
WOW ! Yes Betty , we lived in the old high rise Raymond Rosen projects ( 2308 ) W. Diamond Str, and mom would treat us to see these bad dudes and Delphonics too. We walked mostly or caught the #33 bus . Man , I really miss those great times !!!
Per: oldiesmusic(.)com/news.htm Al Johnson, lead singer of the The Unifics, died Saturday {October 26th} at the age of 65... Between 1968 and 1969 the group had four Top 100 R&B hits and three Hot Top 100 records; their biggest hit was "Court of Love", it peaked at #3 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart and #25 on Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart... May Mr. Johnson R.I.P.
I could not find the song “Court of Love” on Amazon Prime or iTunes! What’s up with that-such a great song that brings it home to anyone kicked to the curb in a bad relationship!
( Court Of Love ) I still play this song today at the young age of 73 yrs. Old School music all the way around 👑👑👑👑🎩🎩🎩🎩💥
@terryv62 Keep on Playing, in my family it's this and the Delfonics Always💯
The "GREAT AL JOHNSON" on lead vocals! This is one the truly great soul sangers of all time. Writer, Composer, Keyboardist., he can do it all. I have watched him work in the studios, the brother is genious! GENIOUS!!!
His music helped many brothers and Sisters make it through another day.
Are thy the original
Sing brother Beginning of my end used to tear my heart out I was 15 when it came out and today at 64yrs lt still makes me cry this was a big hit for the group They are Unific!
good look out for us my brothers and you queens sisters we back on 21c map
Yea I remember this very well wow where has time gone teddy oliver
They can sang???teddy Oliver justice you heard me
Love the choreography
RIP Al Johnson. Soooo many memories of the Unifics' songs growing up in the DMV; the blue lights in the basement parties; the oldies clubs. Wonderful voice and still sounded great on this video.
My husband grew up with him in DC (he had a nickname but I can't remember it). His family moved and one day
he heard that he joined the singing group and was the lead singer. What a voice! The neighborhood was shocked.
All I can say is WHAT A PERFORMANCE!!!! These guys sound fantsastic. I remember when my sisters was crazy about this song back in the day.
Lplppppppl
Believe me they can hang with the best...Definitely in my top 5 groups!!!!
Loved all of their songs 🎵 ❤️
I bet their children and grandchildren were so proud of them. I know that I am
Every time I watch this it's like seeing it for the first time. They are mesmerizing performers, chorography always on point, bar none!! It's like I am back at the Howard theater, front row. Great memories!💜💜💜
One of my all-time favorites. Sing, Unifics.
As an entertainer perpetuating 60s/70s R&B Soul music, I give the UNIFICS the utmost respect. Young entertainers please take note. The UNIFICS are still putting it down like the way it was done 30+ years ago.
So glad to see these old groups finally getting the recognition they deserve. Those of us that grew up to this music now have money and will gladly pay to see some real singers and musicians.
On point
Groups like this wee on point back in the day, singers "sang" & musicians "PLAYED !"
My boys. Luv em!
@@chefdg805 Yes indeed. Baaaad to the 🦴🦴🦴🦴
I saw these guy's back in 1970 in Greensboro n.c. at the soul festival with the mighty Dell's the Delfonics and the Impression and others I was 17 seems I will never forget.
Gosh I wish I had been there at that concert. 🎵🎶🎼
Omg! l was there at the same time, a hell of a show. It was outside at the old ball stadium. small word
A greatest show on earth fasho
Souled out
You can't mess with talent like this. These groups today can't compete.
I grew up in DC remember the Unifics well every male group in DC sang their songs . RIP Al Johnson. You will never be forgotten.
I'm loving this! I am so glad to see seasoned SOUL singers still doing it on stage!
Saw them at the Apollo back in the day they would come on stage and all you would see is white iridescent gloves. The stage would be completely dark. They would tear the place down One of the best groups of that time you won't see any more like this again
chico1250 I REMEMBER THOSE DAYS AS WELL AT THE APOLLO THEATER ESPECIALLY WHEN THEY DID THE BEGINNING OF MY END THERE WASN'T A DRY EYE IN THE HOUSE IN MY OPINION THEY WERE THE GREATEST SINGING GROUP EVER TO TOUCH A MICROPHONE AND A STAGE.
Five years later i'm just texting you back, It's nice to know I'm not here by myself. There will never be groups like that again, Miss them so much.
Silk Sonic, that's the closest so far. They are Good. I really enjoy watching them. They are on point.😊
TALENT; Look at those moves!!!! Love this song, I was in middle school when this came out!
You tube the original UNIFICS video!!!
I had front row seat at the Apollo Theater never seen a performance like this just mind blowing fantastic showmanship master piece of greatness all the way around 👑👑👑👑🎩🎩🎩🎩🎵🎶🎷📻🎤🥁💯💯💯💯💯
I have always loved The Unifics .
Saw Gregory Cook at the 6th Annual Classic R&B Weekend. He looked outstanding and still had the ladies going crazy. What a great guy he is with a wonderful spirit. I love the UNIFICS!!!!! For this reason The Unifics will be approached to be part of the 7th Annual Classic R&B Weekend in November 2013. Last time I saw them in Philadelphia at a moon Man affair they WERE OUTSTANDING receiving multiple standing ovations because the group is tight and Al Johnson is a genius!!!
Love this jam!!!!!
Wow they sound good after all these years
I saw these guys at the Street Coner Harmony show at the DAR Constitution Hall in Washington DC about 3 years ago and they took the show. Al Johnson still sound great.
This is by far one of the best groups out there. I have used them and really hope to book them again soon. What a shame we do not get to see some of the true GENIUS GROUPS as much as those other types. I really will push to get them involved very soon. Just sorry I have not used them more. Guys keep up the great singing (Charlie and Al are off the hook). and the steps are just as sharp as years ago.
R.I.P. Al Johnson
Great music and a show to boot. the back-ups were super. well reheresed
I know one of these awesome men has passed on. But, if they’re still performing- I’d love to see them. Los Angeles or Atlanta. 🎶
-Duke
🇺🇸🇿🇦
They still move and sound good,Great job.
Al I want to say God Bless you and the Unifics. Thanks for having The Camaros Band play behind you guys in Bethesda. So much talent in the D.C. area. The 60's were a hellava decade. From Doc and the rest of the Camaros
Oh yes!!! Don’t know if these cats are the original group members But they sound just like the 45rpm that I was given by a radio host many many years ago. One of the best songs spinning at that time.
For sure Al Johnson (lead singer) and Greg Cook are from the original Unifics, and likely the other two as well but I can’t be sure. Sadly, Al Johnson passed about 10 years ago.
The Unifics have gotten better with time. I sat and watched all of your videos today to reminisce your great talent. Absolutely phenomenal!
Blessings,
Avis Harrell
I remember you back in the day and pay d attention to the words of your song it was special but the beginning of my end did a number on everybody thank you for be beautiful artists
Marvelous song!I from Brazil
this makes me feel young again--miracle. i remember these guys from howard from their first configuration--al, marvin, t-font-and michele. remember their rehearsals in cook hall--i even remember jubal. marvin used to call me and my (then girl) the king and queen. thanks to whomever posted this--sweet memories keep you young and make growing old a priviledge
WASHINGTON DC
AT IT'S FINEST
THIS GROUP STILL SHOWS GREATNESS
THEY WILL ALWAYS BE IN THE BUILDING
PEACE
FAMILY
This is so sweet! The Mighty Unifics!
RIP AL Johnson...Never forgotten!!
Wow ! They still sound the same. The lead singer that song was doing his thing ! Nice.
Ooooh...I just Love listening to Classic Soul from Pro's like this~
Damn, they sound just like they did back in the day! Love this song!! 🔥❤️😊!
LMAOOOOOOO at them moves. Brothas don't move like that no more. I loved these guys and the Delfonics' routines. They had absolutely nothing to do with the lyrics being sung, but they were steppin' their asses off......GREAT POST
Mostly all the groups back in the day had some baaaaad steps.... The Dramatics, Dells, Temptations, the steps were awesome..... I tuned in to see the video and hear this great song while watching the performance...
December 21st, 2014
oldschoolsinger
margaret dostroph Yes.....
Go back and you tube the original video!!! See if you LAUGH then!!! The choreography had everything to do with the lyrics of the song!!!
@@ethelstevenslove2957the Dells? C😮me awhile n
The Unifics... The Mad Lads and The Manhattans all wore white gloves when they performed. They still sound good! There's nothing better than an old school slow jam! 🎶💖
Don't even men😮tion Manhattans with The UNIFICS!
Amazing, beautiful, even in the golden years. Just goes to show true talent doesn´t disappear with age...Thanks for the video.
I keep commenting because of the great memories.
I was very young and didn't understand this song at the time, but brotha if you live long enuf this song makes a lot of sense.
I will always remember seeing them at the Uptown in Philly and the gloves
YES !!! With Georgie ‘ The Guy With The Goods ‘ Woods as MC . Them late 60’s , was nothing like that and can never be duplicated !!! ❤️
Never gets old. Such professionalism, precision, and showmanship!
they were known for their white gloves those dudes was on fire back in the day now that's old school
brought back good memories,almost cried
Yes Indeed
I actually shed tears....
nothing like the classics.
IM FROM DC.
I LIVED NEXT DOOR TO AL JOHNSON HE WAS SO COOL HE WOULD TAKE TIME AND PLAY WITH THE KIDS ON KENNEDY ST NW1
I loved this group when I was growing up. Our band sang Court of Love.
I'm under my girl name. But I'm Aaron Cook my Father was one of the originals Greg Cook
Aaron, you should be very proud. Your fathers group was one of the few groups that, in my opinion had moves that were up there with the Temptations, Contours and Anthony and the Imperials. And, they sounded great as well. It is always so nice when family members chime in on these posts.
Saw your father at the Apollo the unifics are one of the greatest groups that ever took the stage. They could turn a show completely out, I would not want to come on behind them. They would always give you an outstanding performance.
I played the lead guitarist in a group with Greg many yrs ago.
Please have him call Vernon:
202-246-2780
Salute!!!
This was my song. Be proud. Salutations to your father!
This bring back some happy memories and some happy memories but thank God I made it though God is so wonderful 🙏🏾💖
Those old cats still got more moves than exlax!
The should change their names to the Mimes or the Geritol 4!
Mayme Clayton I know you're just joking.... You gotta love those steps! New Edition today had trouble with Bobby Brown trying to do some steps... Bobby had to walk off the stage.... You gotta be in shape also... I like those steps..
I gotta see it again.... December 21st, 2014
+Ethel Stevens Love
Way to go Ethel u have to give those guys respect! For being able to still sing and dance.
Byron Crowley Yes "Byron", you're right.....Groups today don't have those moves.....They need to learn from the legends.......
Musical groups are our legacy. I for one are is thankful to the renaissance. Too many folks don't understand or respect vocal group. Those rappers couldn't beat any of the guys in the Unifics dancing!!
Those old dudes would put 99% of these young cats to shame!!!
Nooooo doubt!! #Fact 🎼🎶
@@lucky4724 # you got to check out the video in 1967... Same group name same song, they were just younger and had on green and white... They were off the chain!!!
@@johnwill8 Will do, on it!! Thanx!!🎶🎼
@@johnwill8 just watched it, #COLDBLOODED My dude singing with serious passion, and the steps on point!! #ThrowBack💯💯💯
Saw them perform this live back in the 60s. Still amazing after all this time.
We all know and love how great the Temptations were but these brothers were/are baaaadddd....!!!!
These older brothers are jamming they got it going on
🎉❤❤ 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Listen...!!! And Listen Good...! I Remember Seeing. These Bad Brothers @FABAIN in Paterson, N.J. Along with The Delfonics.... Lil Q-b And The Five Stairsteps And The Whatnots When They all were Young.. Thank You jesus For letting Me live To wittness The Best In Doo-woop Music
Whaaaaat????? This is awesome! Ain't nothing changed but the date!
I did not know that i could actually see the video on the UNIFICS. it brought back memories of my sentimental feelings. Back in the day! day!.
No doubt about it, GAC(Guilty As Charged) such a beautiful and just outstanding singing- l remember this song growing up and this live version is t totally off the chain!!!!
Just met lead-singer Al Johnson's widow this past week. Se was telling me how her husband was an entertainer but didn't tell me who he was until I asked because she thought I was too young to have heard of the Unifics. She was shocked when she found out I knew of them. Nice lady too. A real pleasure to talk to.
My husband grew up with them in DC. You know the guys had those weird nicknames.
Delores Moses CAN YOU NAME THE BACKGROUND ORIGINAL DANCERS? I KNOW THE ONE DANCED ON HIS RIGHT IS HAROLD. IS GREG COOK THE ONE TO HIS LEFT? WHO’S THE YOUNG GUY IN THE MIDDLE? I’M SPEAKING ABOUT THE OLD VIDEO THET PERFORMED BACK IN 1968 I BELIEVE. 😂
@@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS I believe these 4 are: Al Johnson; Tom Fauntleroy; along with newer members Charlie Lockhart and Garrett Hall. Johnson and Fauntleroy put this version of the group back together in 2004. Worthington lef tearly in the 70s and Cook when the group split up. The "classic" and longest-lasting version of the group included: Johnson; Fauntleroy; Greg Cook; and Marvin Brown.
jimy0803 THANK YOU. I ALWAYS WANTED TO KNOW FROM THEIR OLD 1968 VIDEO THE GUY’S NAME IN THE MIDDLE. THE YOUNGEST AND TALLEST. 😂. I ASSUMED MARVIN BROWN...RIGHT? 😂
@@ACCOMPLISHEDSHEIS Right.
this is very interesting,this is to keep and view over and over,a command performance from these gentlemen and the musicians were execellent
Nice slow drag music, remember slow dragging?
My grandfather is one of the unifics . He was the man on the right in the group of three people
They blew that !!!! I miss this music be really n love my friends it Will set u free!!!
Timeless group Forever thier Music Still Live On💖💖
I love that music since I was a little girl I learned all the songs
ABSOLUTELY AWESOME
OMG! The Unifics vs The Ambassadores? now I would give my left pinky to have been there for that one!! Wink!
I thoroughly enjoyed this...This was great! Youngsters this is how you perform..A classy group and that can sing because they are talented not manufactured.
Amazing 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Bad Brothers! The Choreography is spell binding!
God Bless .. Just beautiful to see :)
You are so gifted
I dig the dance steps the most.
I love this song they don't make music like this no more.
Very Talented Bro, I was a 10 or 11 years old when this song came out. These Groups are gone for ever thank you for TH-cam
unbelievable, fantastic! not get tired of watching this video!
Great performance love real music.
Love the video. Just saw them last night in Philly. They got a standing ovation. Took me back to the Uptown days. I just wish the profomance was done with the black lights so I could only see the gloves.
Dam the Uptown good shows back in the day i miss them days the Uptown was popping like Popie Chicken
WOW ! Yes Betty , we lived in the old high rise Raymond Rosen projects ( 2308 ) W. Diamond Str, and mom would treat us to see these bad dudes and Delphonics too. We walked mostly or caught the #33 bus . Man , I really miss those great times !!!
My jam...so true.
I love this kind of music
I saw them so long ago and the Temptations had nothing on this group. They worked in the dark with those gloves glowing and it was showmanshipé
Look at these old cast their asses are smooth you go fellas
Great sound Drew Hall Brothers!!!!!!!!!!!!
All good things last and are highly appreciated.
Per: oldiesmusic(.)com/news.htm
Al Johnson, lead singer of the The Unifics, died Saturday {October 26th} at the age of 65...
Between 1968 and 1969 the group had four Top 100 R&B hits and three Hot Top 100 records; their biggest hit was "Court of Love", it peaked at #3 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart and #25 on Billboard's Hot Top 100 chart...
May Mr. Johnson R.I.P.
I love your voice
great post great movement
Didn't miss a step Great!
Still listening! 2021
Still got it!!!
I love this Group
I could not find the song “Court of Love” on Amazon Prime or iTunes! What’s up with that-such a great song that brings it home to anyone kicked to the curb in a bad relationship!
That was FABULOUS!!
These guys can really step. I like them too.❤❤❤