I worked in the music business, radio & movie business... I was not impressed with ANY of those I worked around, genius, handsome or not... Kool & the Gang were one of my favorites (so talented & gifted), I never worked with them, never knew them, never met them :-(....BUT there was ONE GENTLEMAN.... ROBERT BELL...I had a crush on for DECADES (even after I was married LOL)... I am so happy for them being honored... many years ago, my brother surprised me, taking me to see them, years after they 'faded' from the hot scene (not even knowing I liked them...some oldies show at the now defunct Sports Arena in LA)... my heart still skipped a beat... it was a weird crush...never any fantasies ... no salivating... (and I could have arranged a meeting with them any time during my career, but did not)...had forgotten all about that "school girl crush" until now.. (some of those years I worked with Motown, so you can imagine who I got blessed to know & meet..God is good)... Robert Bell has "held up" well!!!
CONGRATULATIONS To KOOL AND THE GANG! A well Deserved Recognition. Their Musical Legacy Transcends Generations. And Will Continue To Be Enjoyed By Millions. Summer Madness A True Classic.❤🎼
CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! So well deserved. I wish Mr. JT would have been part of this celebration because he is BIG part of their history as KOOL AND THE GANG!
@@marshahouser6969 Hahahaaà.... Celebration Ladies night Get down on it If you feel like dancing Love festival Be my lady Too hot Just friends Jones vs Jones No show Hanging out Big fun Stappin out Street kids Something special Emergency Fresh Misled Tonight Joanna Bad woman As one IT WAS BEAUTIFUL COLOR VOICE OF James JT Taylor... Listening one milion singer, you can know and recognised the voice of James JT Taylor....same like the fantastic voice of Maurice White, the lead vocal of Earth wind and Fire. Question for you: Say one song after JT, recordet with other/last singer of Kool and the Gang who came after JT? No one! Why? Aak the owner of the band..The anwer is clean like a cristal. ..........! Do you know how many instrumental cower you can find on you tube...they play 100% same like Kool and the Gang, you will be shore( if you dont wach video, you will say : THEY ARE Kool and the Gang, but when will singer start to sing...Oops! They are not KATG Same luke Earth wind and Fire whithout Maurice White Same like QUEEN without Fredie Dont be upset....because i am maybe one of the biggest World fanatic fan of KOOL AND THE GANG but, From 1964 - 1988 Best regards
Kool and The Gang without James JT Taylor is just Jack Up!!! Yes you did Awesome with Jazz before JT . But in 1979 You added James JT Taylor as a member to sing lead In 1979. JT left his group and joined KATG . The Voice you hand pick. You cannot just erase JT Taylor. On Every song by Kool And The Gang in The 80’ JT was The Voice ! We your fans saw JT as the Voice and a member of KATG . For 10 years! in the 80’s JT as member help to you go to the next of level greatness . The Top Awesome group ever . Right out the Box with JT singing Ladies Night, Too Hot, and Celebration KATG Blow up. Jame came back in 1996 you guys did a CD together . I read The interview from Songwriting 2018 Hall Of Fame. I was sad and disappointed with KATG. JT was Hurt for his mother not being able to see JT get his STAR.. His family, friends and. Fans also. On every Album cover, TV show, every Award you guys won , Soul Train , Dick Clark, radio station , video on Facebook, UTube for 80’s, The World sees the Entire Group of Kool And The Gang with JT. Taylor. I was glad that The Songwriters Hall Of Fame made it plain JT must be included to get The Award. entertainment in which JT was a Mayor part of the 80’s 10 years. The Songwriter Hall Of Fame . They contacted JT about The Award and did separately interview JT. JT STATED he regret the the money part that caused them from being friends and family. I saw all the pictures of KATG singing and dancing on THE STAGE together at the Awards that was Awesome to see 🎤🎤🎤. Your songs and entertainment blessed the World.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I So Love Kool And The Gangs for All The Time you give us . It time to become friends again and forgive. Together it look like you all were Happy great friends, Family , as you travel around the World 🌎 together . Life is too short with unforgiveness. God is Love. And your Fans Love you. Rest in Heaven Clifford Adams, Spike Makins, and Charle Smith. Everyone in KATG was the Best .
Yep indeed it's a shame to not mention his contribution,although i love them all. from my standpoint "JT" propeled them to superstardom with his voice with songs like celebration/ladies night/too hot /fresh /Joanna /Cherish and so on ....
@@faithabara1251 yes because I like kool & the gang because of JAMES J.T TAYLOR. he was the best voice in the band he singer the best songs.. if James Taylor not was there, kool e the gang not was in the top.
Before JT became the lead vocalist, Kool & the Gang were already swinging & although JT is a very good singer, he wasn't an original member of the group.
Still, that part of their success is undeniable. And a whole generation grew up during their Pop years. Unless they went to a concert and heard the older songs, or like me, looked up the older songs, all they know is Kool & The Gang featuring JT Taylor
They had moderate success before JT and were on a slump when they recruited him. It was JT who catapulted them to their peak, which they've never regained since. Never would have done it without JT
What you don't understand is that they were primarily a brass band prior to landing JT. They had 2 top 10 hits (Jungle Boogie 1973 and Hollywood Swinging 1974). When JT arrived they picked up 10 top 10 hits from 1979-1987. They became a commercial success only because of the addition of JT. And, I promise, they would never have received a Walk of Fame Star without JT.
This is an alter disgrace for you guys leaving out JT Taylor and you lot should be ashamed of yourselves. Regardless of what has happened between you lot, without JT is is technically no Kool and the gang.., he may not be a member of the group but always acknowledge his accomplishments within the group all the songs played today where all sang by JT. Did any of other members sang lead and got a hit????? I have all your records and the is NO. So why disrespect the man. I saw the soul train or BET award one time again these guys left out JT. Your new lead song sounds nothing like JT though he is talented and leaving JT out off any thank you speeches is a sign of ungrateful spirit....
This honor is for the original surviving members. JT is not an original member. And he LEFT the band to do his solo thing. This is how it's done with groups that get a star. When the band gets elected to the Hall of Fame, anyone can show up.
Nobody is saying he LEFT. Or for what reason. Who's to say he didn't decline. Lots of people get a big head and think they are better off solo. And it doesn't always work out.
Kool and the gang is one of the greatest Bands of all time!!
This event felt empty without JT Taylor. Classless band for not mentioning him.
I worked in the music business, radio & movie business... I was not impressed with ANY of those I worked around, genius, handsome or not... Kool & the Gang were one of my favorites (so talented & gifted), I never worked with them, never knew them, never met them :-(....BUT there was ONE GENTLEMAN.... ROBERT BELL...I had a crush on for DECADES (even after I was married LOL)... I am so happy for them being honored... many years ago, my brother surprised me, taking me to see them, years after they 'faded' from the hot scene (not even knowing I liked them...some oldies show at the now defunct Sports Arena in LA)... my heart still skipped a beat... it was a weird crush...never any fantasies ... no salivating... (and I could have arranged a meeting with them any time during my career, but did not)...had forgotten all about that "school girl crush" until now.. (some of those years I worked with Motown, so you can imagine who I got blessed to know & meet..God is good)... Robert Bell has "held up" well!!!
CONGRATULATIONS To KOOL AND THE GANG!
A well Deserved Recognition. Their Musical Legacy Transcends Generations. And Will Continue To Be Enjoyed By Millions. Summer Madness A True Classic.❤🎼
CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! CONGRATULATIONS! So well deserved. I wish Mr. JT would have been part of this celebration because he is BIG part of their history as KOOL AND THE GANG!
JT TAYLOR SHOULD HAVE BEEN THERE!!
Yea,he was the face of the band
Absolutely not.
@@marshahouser6969
Hahahaaà....
Celebration
Ladies night
Get down on it
If you feel like dancing
Love festival
Be my lady
Too hot
Just friends
Jones vs Jones
No show
Hanging out
Big fun
Stappin out
Street kids
Something special
Emergency
Fresh
Misled
Tonight
Joanna
Bad woman
As one
IT WAS BEAUTIFUL COLOR VOICE OF James JT Taylor...
Listening one milion singer, you can know and recognised the voice of James JT Taylor....same like the fantastic voice of Maurice White, the lead vocal of Earth wind and Fire.
Question for you:
Say one song after JT, recordet with other/last singer of Kool and the Gang who came after JT?
No one!
Why?
Aak the owner of the band..The anwer is clean like a cristal.
..........!
Do you know how many instrumental cower you can find on you tube...they play 100% same like Kool and the Gang, you will be shore( if you dont wach video, you will say : THEY ARE Kool and the Gang, but when will singer start to sing...Oops!
They are not KATG
Same luke Earth wind and Fire whithout Maurice White
Same like QUEEN without Fredie
Dont be upset....because i am maybe one of the biggest World fanatic fan of KOOL AND THE GANG
but,
From
1964 - 1988
Best regards
The Bloodline.... RIP DT. and Khalis. Universal Love.
One of my favorite bands.
The only reason i lesson to Kool and the gang is because of JT Taylor he should have been recognized that day!! Its a shame ☹️
True JAMES J.T TAYLOR IS THE BEST SINGER .THE BAND KOOL & the gang was have.🙄
Congrats guys!
Yessss! :)
Kool and The Gang without James JT Taylor is just Jack Up!!! Yes you did Awesome with Jazz before JT . But in 1979 You added James JT Taylor as a member to sing lead In 1979. JT left his group and joined KATG . The Voice you hand pick. You cannot just erase JT Taylor. On Every song by Kool And The Gang in The 80’ JT was The Voice ! We your fans saw JT as the Voice and a member of KATG . For 10 years! in the 80’s JT as member help to you go to the next of level greatness . The Top Awesome group ever . Right out the Box with JT singing Ladies Night, Too Hot, and Celebration KATG Blow up. Jame came back in 1996 you guys did a CD together . I read The interview from Songwriting 2018 Hall Of Fame. I was sad and disappointed with KATG. JT was Hurt for his mother not being able to see JT get his STAR.. His family, friends and. Fans also. On every Album cover, TV show, every Award you guys won , Soul Train , Dick Clark, radio station , video on Facebook, UTube for 80’s, The World sees the Entire Group of Kool And The Gang with JT. Taylor. I was glad that The Songwriters Hall Of Fame made it plain JT must be included to get The Award. entertainment in which JT was a Mayor part of the 80’s 10 years. The Songwriter Hall Of Fame . They contacted JT about The Award and did separately interview JT. JT STATED he regret the the money part that caused them from being friends and family. I saw all the pictures of KATG singing and dancing on THE STAGE together at the Awards that was Awesome to see 🎤🎤🎤. Your songs and entertainment blessed the World.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 I So Love Kool And The Gangs for All The Time you give us . It time to become friends again and forgive. Together it look like you all were Happy great friends, Family , as you travel around the World 🌎 together . Life is too short with unforgiveness. God is Love. And your Fans Love you. Rest in Heaven Clifford Adams, Spike Makins, and Charle Smith. Everyone in KATG was the Best .
100% i agree .. this is it...i love this band .... i will love them to the and of my life...........But 1969 - 1988(1996) it was Kool and the Gang
You nailed it
Yes..Yes..Yes 100%
George "Funky" Brown also passed
Congratsssss
JT Taylor and not one cool in the gang member mentioned his name and I think that's f***** up
Yep indeed it's a shame to not mention his contribution,although i love them all. from my standpoint "JT" propeled them to superstardom with his voice with songs like celebration/ladies night/too hot /fresh /Joanna /Cherish and so on ....
He should have been there
@@faithabara1251 yes because I like kool & the gang because of JAMES J.T TAYLOR. he was the best voice in the band he singer the best songs.. if James Taylor not was there, kool e the gang not was in the top.
They should have at least mentioned JT he took them to a new height.
this is strange where is JT Taylor?
He wasn’t invited
@@TruSoulDj how do you know this?😊
James Taylor??
K&TG most successful period was when JT was in the band he should have been there
🇺🇸🌎🌍🌏🇺🇸🌹⭐
Jersey city Randolph avenue
Está gente si y los tavares no venga hombre ya
Where tf was jt Taylor he made them
FALTA JT TAYLOR ES LA VOZ UNICA DE KOOL AND THE GANG
True he was the best.
there jarmain jackson back ground
Before JT became the lead vocalist, Kool & the Gang were already swinging & although JT is a very good singer, he wasn't an original member of the group.
Still, that part of their success is undeniable. And a whole generation grew up during their Pop years. Unless they went to a concert and heard the older songs, or like me, looked up the older songs, all they know is Kool & The Gang featuring JT Taylor
They had moderate success before JT and were on a slump when they recruited him. It was JT who catapulted them to their peak, which they've never regained since. Never would have done it without JT
Can't think of any hit without JT
What you don't understand is that they were primarily a brass band prior to landing JT. They had 2 top 10 hits (Jungle Boogie 1973 and Hollywood Swinging 1974). When JT arrived they picked up 10 top 10 hits from 1979-1987. They became a commercial success only because of the addition of JT. And, I promise, they would never have received a Walk of Fame Star without JT.
Amen, you got that right. JT put them on the map and gave them their fame.
@@paulhstoutjr
This is an alter disgrace for you guys leaving out JT Taylor and you lot should be ashamed of yourselves. Regardless of what has happened between you lot, without JT is is technically no Kool and the gang.., he may not be a member of the group but always acknowledge his accomplishments within the group all the songs played today where all sang by JT. Did any of other members sang lead and got a hit????? I have all your records and the is NO. So why disrespect the man. I saw the soul train or BET award one time again these guys left out JT. Your new lead song sounds nothing like JT though he is talented and leaving JT out off any thank you speeches is a sign of ungrateful spirit....
Your 💯% right!! No JT Taylor no star ⭐️ or kool and the gang not say anything about JT is a shame to all those who attended !!
No JT ☹😒
thats so wrong
JT shoulda stayed with Them! Where is he now? Lost!
This honor is for the original surviving members. JT is not an original member. And he LEFT the band to do his solo thing. This is how it's done with groups that get a star. When the band gets elected to the Hall of Fame, anyone can show up.
Nobody is saying he LEFT. Or for what reason. Who's to say he didn't decline. Lots of people get a big head and think they are better off solo. And it doesn't always work out.