I saw the original group back in the day with Russell!!! Let me just say there is nothing quite as amazing as the Stylistics! So much soul to last a lifetime! My memories will never fade of them and those days back in school ... Bettcha By Golly Wow!
Russell Thompkins jr.....the lead singer on Stylistic songs. Still singing fantastically with that amazing voice at 70 years old. 2 of the backup were also with him in early days. As is his conductor, choreographer and many of his band members. Keep giving them the real thing Russell. Keep touring. Love it!! 🎶🎤🎶
Russell he's the king of falsetto. Hands down, thumbs up. And still looks good. I got a brother got him to listen to the Stylistics. And now he ask me. To show him the videos. He likes their songs
One of the best falsetto tenors to ever live. Listen to the live band behind them these young entertainers wouldn't know what to do with them so used to singing with tracks. This told the truth between real performers and imitators. If you can sing live and sound like the cd without inhancements you are a true entertainers.
Wow! Russell Thompkins, Jr. and the New Stylistics! I'm ecstatic you posted Russell Thompkins the main voice for the Stylistics! In my opinion; no other Falsetto can touch him! I keep seeing the original Stylistics but always wondered what happened to Russell, now I know he's doing what he does best - Singing!
EVERY SONG RUSSELL SINGS IS SO BEAUTIFUL ❤️ LOVE HIS VOICE.. I DONT GET TIRED OF LISTENING TO THE STYLISTICS . BLESS YOU GUYS AND THE ORCHESTRA. 7/9/21.
Wow. Still sounding great after all of these years. I tell you Russell has one of the most beautiful voices and it's so amazing how he's taken good care of his gift from God. I Grew up on The Stylistics music back in the '70's. So much great music from that era, and The Stylistics' right there in the mix.
Russell has gotten better with age because: he took a year to rest his voice, he doesn't smoke, doesn't drink, runs each day, stays on healthy diet.... and he sings daily in his studio....cuts recording albums.... Really takes care of himself with the help and support of his wife of over 50 years..... while the Voices of the " other two" have gotten overtaxed and pitchy and Crack according to those who have seen them lately. Russell is real deal.
3:23 Witness Mr. Russell Allen Thompkins Jr. lose his god given soul to his singing and to the music. Awesome. All the angels up in heaven are applauding. The Devils are defeated. The children are save.
Russell Thompkins Jr has kept his health in check as his voice is very well-maintained till this age.Thnks for this clip or I may not have remembere them.
I just wish that Russell Thompkins jr had recorded more songs in his beautiful tenor voice. He does on his solo albums he cut after leaving the group and going on with his new Stylistics.
WOW, if this was live Russell Thompkins sure sounded really smooth. wished he was the lead singer we were listening to when the Stylistics played at the MACC on Maui instead of Eban Brown.
Amazing the one and only Russell thompkins and no one can do it better than this man and God bless I'm 62 going on 63 and I still be hearing these records never get tired of hearing them and this group here is one of my favorite groups of all
A friend of mine caught Russell Thomkins' Stylistics with The Whispers. They met Levell Degree of heWhispers catching their show. He told him every night he came out just tohear this great voice. Thats one helluva compliment.
The most beautiful LOVE SONG in the Universe! This brings back such memories! I saw the original Stylistics around early to mid 90's before Russell went on his own. I shot lots of pictures and when he sang this song ... I lost it ... started crying it was so awesome hearing this live! Held that camera to my eyes so no one saw my tears ... but others around me looked pretty choked up too. Love it! Thank You!
Betch by Golly Wow, it's over...the big event is behind us for another year. I thankyou for posting this video/song and I want to send you seasonal greetings from a green Vancouver Canada.
The first time i saw Russel jr. and the original Stylistics was in N.Y.C. when they made their first hit "You're A Big Girl Now". They gave a mini concert of their first songs on 112th st.and Madison ave. in the Taft prodjects [East Harlem]. The next time was at the Appollo with the "Godfather of Soul" James Brown in 1971. Great show.
Love Russell Thompkins Jr. It doesn't matter if he is a Stylistic or New Stylistic, he is still a great performer and veteran entertainer. The music that he sings with both groups is timeless. I appreciate that he shares his voice with the world.
Russell sounds exactly the same as on those Thom Bell sessions! Outstanding, and the band..they really preserve the feel. Thanks for posting this incredible performance. Wow.
I know ... I saw the original group back in the mid 90's or so and Russell brought me to tears hearing this wonderful Philly Soul LIVE! Nothing else like it! Wasn't all that long ago, but them was some great times!
I grew up with this song in the early 1970's when I was deeply in love. Funny how a song like this brings back such long ago romantic memories. I love this song!
I remember seeing him and the original group here in my hometown Cleveland at the Front Row and they gave a stellar performance. That was one of the best concert I had ever been to. Russell sounds the same as he did in 74. He has not missed a beat. What a gift he has. Thank you so much. I remember that night vivdly. It was a beautiful experience.
Stunning performance! Falsetto's usually don't age well. Eddie Kendricks's voice was basically gone by his early 40s. Obviously, Russell has taken care of his voice, which is a great national treasure.
I was a teenager when the stylistics was at their peak. The music is timeless. With Thom Bell at the helm, all their songs were hits! Het nog klinkt goed na al deze jaren!
Still has that smooth, silky, velvet voice!! Thank you ,And God Bless You, Russell for sharing your God - Given talent with us, for all these years!!💖❤💗💞🎼🎤🎹🎶🎵Best wishes, with your new Stylistics.
Impressive how Russ still wavers between his falsetto and natural first tenor. And NOBODY can duplicate his signature run on this song (at 3:25-4:07) that he perfected over the years! Operatic excellence! 3-thumbs-up my friend!
Really Russ! At like 80 you still blowing like that
Russels Stimme hat nichts an Kraft verloren, fantastisch......
M. R.
Ohhh wow 😮 came across these valuable old jewels 💎 🎼 🎶 🎵
Thank you Russell.
I saw the original group back in the day with Russell!!! Let me just say there is nothing quite as amazing as the Stylistics! So much soul to last a lifetime! My memories will never fade of them and those days back in school ... Bettcha By Golly Wow!
Russell Thompkins jr.....the lead singer on Stylistic songs. Still singing fantastically with that amazing voice at 70 years old. 2 of the backup were also with him in early days. As is his conductor, choreographer and many of his band members. Keep giving them the real thing Russell. Keep touring. Love it!! 🎶🎤🎶
You and I are real FANS! He is my favorite MALE VOCALIST!
Russell he's the king of falsetto. Hands down, thumbs up. And still looks good.
I got a brother got him to listen to the Stylistics. And now he ask me. To show him the videos. He likes their songs
Wow wow wow russell you make my ❤ sing 😍 👏
His voice is a legend. Timeless.
Great song ever ever
One of the best falsetto tenors to ever live. Listen to the live band behind them these young entertainers wouldn't know what to do with them so used to singing with tracks. This told the truth between real performers and imitators. If you can sing live and sound like the cd without inhancements you are a true entertainers.
Welcome back Russell we love ❤ you
Wow! Russell Thompkins, Jr. and the New Stylistics! I'm ecstatic you posted Russell Thompkins the main voice for the Stylistics! In my opinion; no other Falsetto can touch him! I keep seeing the original Stylistics but always wondered what happened to Russell, now I know he's doing what he does best - Singing!
Keep on watching em, very stress releaver,,love the group.
That man still got it!!!!!!!
EVERY SONG RUSSELL SINGS IS SO BEAUTIFUL ❤️ LOVE HIS VOICE.. I DONT GET TIRED OF LISTENING TO THE STYLISTICS . BLESS YOU GUYS AND THE ORCHESTRA. 7/9/21.
Wow. Still sounding great after all of these years. I tell you Russell has one of the most beautiful voices and it's so amazing how he's taken good care of his gift from God. I Grew up on The Stylistics music back in the '70's. So much great music from that era, and The Stylistics' right there in the mix.
Russell has gotten better with age because: he took a year to rest his voice, he doesn't smoke, doesn't drink, runs each day, stays on healthy diet.... and he sings daily in his studio....cuts recording albums....
Really takes care of himself with the help and support of his wife of over 50 years..... while the Voices of the " other two" have gotten overtaxed and pitchy and Crack according to those who have seen them lately. Russell is real deal.
@@nancywood9531 3rd. So true
3:23 Witness Mr. Russell Allen Thompkins Jr. lose his god given soul to his singing and to the music. Awesome. All the angels up in heaven are applauding. The Devils are defeated. The children are save.
Still got it!
The very best
I am just BLOWN AWAY by good he still sounds! Amazing!!!
Russell Thompkins Jr has kept his health in check as his voice is very well-maintained till this age.Thnks for this clip or I may not have remembere them.
Yeah agree Russel Thompkins has no equal, that man can still blow, he's the king of falsetto hands down two thumbs up....
And I wholeheartedly agree!!! Russell is the king of the falsetto in my opinion.
The Wilder brothers Heatwave, Always and forever.
I just wish that Russell Thompkins jr had recorded more songs in his beautiful tenor voice. He does on his solo albums he cut after leaving the group and going on with his new Stylistics.
WOW, if this was live Russell Thompkins sure sounded really smooth. wished he was the lead singer we were listening to when the Stylistics played at the MACC on Maui instead of Eban Brown.
You didn't get the real deal...you got a guy who was hired to imitate Russell. Just a tribute group.
Amazing the one and only Russell thompkins and no one can do it better than this man and God bless I'm 62 going on 63 and I still be hearing these records never get tired of hearing them and this group here is one of my favorite groups of all
Beautiful music! LOVE IT!
the voice that stood the test of time1
He sounds better than ever!
Russell Tompkins jr Is the stylistics! The best falsetto singer of all time! Nobody better !Case Closed!
The untouchable Mr.Russell Thompkins!!!! I've never heard a better falsetto on earth!!!! Man!!!!!!
Both were great but in my opinion,Russell had a sweeter tone!!
Braztx Yes he did
true Braztix. my man Russell is so smooth.
Eddie Kendrick. No doubt!
Eddie had a truer solid melodic sound. No one ever better. Not even Mr. Thompson's.
The greatest falsetto ever!!!!!
A friend of mine caught Russell Thomkins' Stylistics with The Whispers. They met Levell Degree of heWhispers catching their show. He told him every night he came out just tohear this great voice. Thats one helluva compliment.
I loy the Stylistics. Love you Russell
Wow! One hell of a voice!
Russell Thompkins Jr. is pure gold. Much like fine wine as well. Better with age.
beatiful song thank you for video
Just class......
The most beautiful LOVE SONG in the Universe!
This brings back such memories! I saw the original Stylistics around early to mid 90's before Russell went on his own. I shot lots of pictures and when he sang this song ... I lost it ... started crying it was so awesome hearing this live! Held that camera to my eyes so no one saw my tears ... but others around me looked pretty choked up too. Love it! Thank You!
Betch by Golly Wow, it's over...the big event is behind us for another year. I thankyou for posting this video/song and I want to send you seasonal greetings from a green Vancouver Canada.
The first time i saw Russel jr. and the original Stylistics was in N.Y.C. when they made their first hit "You're A Big Girl Now". They gave a mini concert of their first songs on 112th st.and Madison ave. in the Taft prodjects [East Harlem]. The next time was at the Appollo with the "Godfather of Soul" James Brown in 1971. Great show.
Beautiful MÚSIC
SO BEAUTIFUL NOW RIGHT NOW 🎵🎶🌎🌍🌏🌈☀️so PURE TO OUR HEARTS AND EARS ALWAYS
I saw Eban Brown with Airain and Herb the other night and they were fabulous. But seeing this....Russell sings great too.
Not only does Mr. Thompkins possess unreal talent....but also courtesy (asks for applause for orchestra). I'm sold! Maestro-ism.
Love Russell Thompkins Jr. It doesn't matter if he is a Stylistic or New Stylistic, he is still a great performer and veteran entertainer. The music that he sings with both groups is timeless. I appreciate that he shares his voice with the world.
Thank God I was able to grow up listening to this! So many good memories.
Russell still sounds awesome
Oh my.....yes!!! 🎶🎤🎶
Totally. The absolute best. This was the first dance at my wedding!
I still get chills
Mister Thompkins Jr has a very lovely voice I've been listening to him for over 40 years I wish I could meet in persons
I was a little girl when my mom used to play Stylistics, and I still sing their songs, 40+ years later
The best falestto.
and the best accent in interviews
Russell sounds exactly the same as on those Thom Bell sessions! Outstanding, and the band..they really preserve the feel. Thanks for posting this incredible performance. Wow.
Russel, terrific. What a voice!
The most fluid voice I've ever heard
I'd know this voice anywhere, AMAZING !!!
Brilliant
Man! When this guy reaches angel status Heavens gonna freaking rock!!!!!!!!!
Still has the voice! I'm gratefule for my childhood because our music was sung and they played the instruments.
Excellent!
best singer in the world
yes...
yes indeed David 31331
Still awesome after all these years!
I know ... I saw the original group back in the mid 90's or so and Russell brought me to tears hearing this wonderful Philly Soul LIVE! Nothing else like it! Wasn't all that long ago, but them was some great times!
Beautiful Voice Russell.
Just amazing !!! Wow !!!
ONE big word BLESSED by this amazing group
Voice is still clear and string like It's the 70's. Beautiful, simply beautiful.
Point blank! He is the stylistics.
Thanking God for His continued hand upon your life Russel.
They don't come any better than this.
Sensacional.
Simplesmente os Melhores.
Parabéns pela Brilhante Carreira & Muito Muito Obrigado.
🙌👏👏👏👏👏🙌
I grew up with this song in the early 1970's when I was deeply in love. Funny how a song like this brings back such long ago romantic memories. I love this song!
Mr Russell thompkins Jr. What a wonderful voice.. godbless
Russell Thompkins Jr still sounds the same after all these years.
I love the Philly Sound! ;) Great performance!
great!!!
I remember seeing him and the original group here in my hometown Cleveland at the Front Row and they gave a stellar performance. That was one of the best concert I had ever been to. Russell sounds the same as he did in 74. He has not missed a beat. What a gift he has. Thank you so much. I remember that night vivdly. It was a beautiful experience.
Inspiração pra qualquer cantor!
Um monstro no vocal!
I think the confusion is in the name "The New Stylistics". Glad to see Russell and the original crew. And thanks for clarifying that.
Russell ... timeless and authentic. The best!
STILL! STILL! A beautiful beautiful voice! Russel hasn't lost a step, God bless him!
I love Stylistic before and now, only when Russell Thompkins Jr is in the band. His feel can't be clone.
+Zain Md yesssssssssssssssssssssssss:D
+Zain Md No, he can't be CLONED.
Stunning performance! Falsetto's usually don't age well. Eddie Kendricks's voice was basically gone by his early 40s. Obviously, Russell has taken care of his voice, which is a great national treasure.
Thank you for sharing this information because some people have hearing difficulties and always want to know if a singer’s voice is still the same. 🙂
I was a teenager when the stylistics was at their peak. The music is timeless. With Thom Bell at the helm, all their songs were hits! Het nog klinkt goed na al deze jaren!
Go Russell. A classic 4 ever.
what a voice.......wow
Still has that smooth, silky, velvet voice!! Thank you ,And God Bless You, Russell for sharing your God - Given talent with us, for all these years!!💖❤💗💞🎼🎤🎹🎶🎵Best wishes, with your new Stylistics.
PUTOBINAN....your 4 words says it ALL!
Thanks to fvr5000 for this great post.
Thank you 1972 and THE STYLISTICS.
Great talent and well written tune
It's still a good song I remember when it came out I in Junior High school.
yes i cry to betcha by golly wow and i a nearly fifty year old chap
You have an amazing voice
You are the best and a wonderful voice have a nice day
Hermosa canción de 1971
Impressive how Russ still wavers between his falsetto and natural first tenor. And NOBODY can duplicate his signature run on this song (at 3:25-4:07) that he perfected over the years! Operatic excellence! 3-thumbs-up my friend!
I love the moves!
wow got to love real singers and talent
SIMPLY THE BEST!!!
Dang! He still got it going on!!!
love to see russell again!!!! live....