BIOGRAPHY: Glenn Leonard, who
was the lead tenor of the Temps from 1975-83, recorded on 10 albums with
the group, appeared on numerous TV specials world-wide, and circled the
globe many times over, is paying the ultimate tribute to those he sang
with, and learned from, with the Mighty Tempts! He's well-known as the
beautiful voice on the internationally famous Temptations version of the
classic "Silent Night" and was with the Temptations Reunion tour / album
that also featured Dennis Edwards, Richard Street, and original members
Otis Williams, Melvin Franklin, Eddie Kendricks, and David Ruffin.
Glenn, and his all-star
cast - which includes longtime members Kareem Ali, Andre Jackson, Shelton
Price and Tim Brooks- tour the world in tribute to the original members,
their own careers, and are hotter than ever!! Glenn's high tenor voice
has been loved by millions world-wide, and Celebrity Direct is proud to
be able to present them to you today. Their show is full of high energy
and choreography, and they perform all the hits like only Glenn Leonard
and the guys can! We have pricing options for virtually any client, so
please inquire today!
FAST FACT: Do you remember the
the award-winning Temptations version of Silent Night? That famous tenor
voice is none other than Glenn Leonard! First released in August, 1980,
on the Temptations album "Give Love At Christmas," the single was
released in 1982, and has become one of the most-played songs on the radio,
world-wide, during the Christmas season. The Temptations lineup during
this time was: Otis Williams, Dennis Edwards, Melvin Franklin, Richard
Street, and Glenn Leonard.
GLENN LEONARD BIOGRAPHY A native of Washington,
DC, Glenn successfully established 3 groups by the time he was in his early
20’s: The Chancellors, The Instant Groove, and The True Reflections.
He was also a member of another popular and successful recording group
from Washington called The Unifics. He recorded his first record with his
first group, The Chancellors on Cap City Records. He later would record
with The True Reflection on Atlantic Records.
With the success of
his groups, Leonard soon would come to the attention of the world renowned
Tempts in 1975, who were looking for a new lead singer. Glenn had
a long, illustrious career as the first tenor and lead singer of the Tempts
from 1975-1983. He sang on 10 albums with them, and appeared on television
specials world-wide. Most noted for songs like, I’m on Fire; Go for
It, The Best of Both Worlds, Eyes, Ever Ready Love, and the Christmas classic,
Silent Night, from their esteemed Christmas album.
One of Glenn's most
memorable moments with the group was when they did the “Reunion.” Sharing
the stage and recording with the likes of Eddie Kendricks, David Ruffin,
Dennis Edwards, Richard Street, Otis Williams and the greatest bass singer
to ever live, Melvin Franklin.
After leaving The Tempts
in 1984, he became a born again Christian. He entered into full time
ministry and was licensed in 1986. He became ordained and received a doctorate
degree in the early 90’s.
In 2002, Leonard decided
to reunite some of the great former members together, to share the history
and to give back to the fans. Over the years, some of this all-star cast
included former Temptations Barrington Henderson, GC Cameron, Joe Herndon,
as well as the late Damon Harris, Ali Woodson, Ray Davis and Harry Barry.
As a testament to the super talented supporting cast, Joe Herndon was hired
away from Glenn's group for a long run as The Temptations bass singer.
Mr. Leonard has hand
selected his current group, all with a long history with Glenn and a variety
of national recording groups. They've had amazing reviews world-wide because
of their vocal talent, showmanship on stage, and personalities off-stage.
Glenn Leonard currently resides in Washington, DC, and is a 2013 inductee
into the R&B Music Hall of Fame!
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Glenn Leonard's
Temptations Revue has all the class, style, choreography and vocal talent
of the Original 5 ! And all-new show with backing tracks is now available
to fit smaller budgets. .
THE HIT SONGS:
My Girl, Get Ready, Just
My Imagination, Papa Was A Rolling Stone, Treat Her Like A Lady
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