WOW!!! They are singing my Favorite Song. I also like I Made a Vow to the Lord. Just for me. and Lord don't never leave me. and I like the way he sing I need Thee. No one can sing like Willie Neal Johnson. May he continue to REST from his LABOR on this Earth.
I AM SO BLESSED TO WATCH THESE VIDEOS OF A MAN OF GOD WHO SUNG WITH THE ANIONTING OF GOD /I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYONE USED BY GOD LIKE MR WILLIE NEAL JOHNSON THAT SANG WITH ALL HE HAD /ONE OF A KIND/GOD GET ALL THE GLORY! IN THE DAY AND TIME WE ARE LIVING IN WE NEED TO LISTEN TO ANIONTED GOSPLE SINGING!!!
Hi dshock11, I've posted info from Wikipedia regarding this great gospel singer and the wonderful Keynotes. Thank you for posting Willie Neal & the Gospel Keynotes videos. Willie Neal touches my heart because his love for God was so evident in all the music he and the group performed.
Ben and Major are deceased. Ben was a close friend of my dad. Before he joined the Jubes, he was in a group with my dad in West Point, MS. Ironically, he played guitar at that time along with my dad. They stayed close, and he always checked on my mom after my dad died. He was a class act. Ben perhaps was the first 3rd lead singer. He had one of the best drives bar none.
Paul was with the Keynotes first up until 1979 when he left to sing with The Mighty Clouds of Joy. Charles Mclean joined when Paul left. Robert Williams came on board when Charles left to preach around 1984/5. Paul came back in 1995/6 and for a period (until Willie's death in 2001) we were graced with both Paul and Robert in the same group.
Willie Neal Johnson (1935-2001) was a gospel singer who became known as "Country Boy" for his rootsy blues-driven style and his down to earth friendly personality. Willie was born in Tyler, Texas on August 25, 1935 he was the oldest of six children in a musical family. His mother motivated her children to pursue their singing careers by taking them to church and making them sing on Sundays. While in his teens he was tapped to join Rev. C. W. Jackson's group the Five Ways of Joy Gospel Singers.
This is the Gospel Keynotes. Willie was just getting back with the old guys in 1997. They went on to record The Country Boy Goes Home II which featured Willie back with "The Gospel Keynotes" (Jeff, Paul, Perry, Gino, Larry, Val, etc..)
I was blessed to see many of these giants of gospel. I REALLY miss Willie, Tommie, Scottie, Roger, Mike, & Blair. I never got to see Ira & Jeter, but they were two of one of my favorites. I heard that we loss Ben Chandler of the Jubes last year. A great loss
WNJ, Slim, Banks, Martin Jacox, Arthur Crume, Tommie Ellison, Ira Tucker, Scottie, Frank, Roger, Mike Cook, Blair & Jeter all legends of this era gone on. Thanks for the music & memories. I wonder if Rev. Willingham & Hardie of the Brooklyn Allstars are still living.
Line-up changes were common and among the more notable talents which passed through the roster in the following years were Paul Beasley, Larry McCowin, Donny Timmons, Alfred "Gino" Smith, Ermant Franklin Jr., Robert Williams, Jeffrey Newberry, Val Alexander, Rev. Charles McLean and Teddy Cross. After Nashboro closed its doors they signed to the Malaco Music label located in Jackson, MS. In 1985 they changed their name to Willie Neal Johnson and the New Keynotes.
A few years later he formed Willie Neal Johnson and the Gospel Keynotes with long-time friends, Ralph McGee, Rev. J. D. Talley, Charles Bailey, John Jackson, Lonzo Jackson, and Archie B. McGee. After rising to popularity across the Southwest the group signed to Nashboro Records where they scored a major hit with Show Me the Way. They received a Grammy nomination in 1980 for Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now. The Gospel Keynotes went on to record over 20 LPs for Nashboro.
Willie died of a stroke on January 10, 2001 at the age of 65 in Tyler, Texas. He was survived by his wife, Captoria, three sons, five daughters, and by his mother, Luretia.
I remember when they all got together like this.But this is one group who has been through changes also especially after Willie passed.How many Keynotes are they now?I think Jeffrey has one now.
That was the legendary Bill and Essie Moss my auntie and uncle singing get on board and follow me follow Jesus this morning follow Jesus this afternoon follow Jesus tonite follow him everyday of your life but children let's get on board and follow him to a glorious journey that he had in store just follow amen
Essie is my late pastor's cousin, H. L. Price. He pastored Macedonia Baptist Church in Montgomery, AL. Remember when Bill and Essie and the Celestials used to come to sing at the church.
@dshock11 what happen with the group he recoreded country boy goes home I with, because he had to start that group becuase the guys on this video were actin up right?
WOW!!! They are singing my Favorite Song. I also like I Made a Vow to the Lord. Just for me. and Lord don't never leave me. and I like the way he sing I need Thee. No one can sing like Willie Neal Johnson. May he continue to REST from his LABOR on this Earth.
There will never EVER be ANOTHER WILLIE NEAL JOHNSON, the GREATEST frontman Ever..RIP
The Greatest Gospel Group of All Time. I loved that clip , Show Me The Way. Please keep posting Willie Neal Johnson and The Keynotes.
This is one of my favorite all time gospel songs. Willie Neal Show Me The Way. A Classic, its good for the soul.
There is only one Willie Neal Johnson! Thank God for him. This is one of my favorite Keynote songs. I had to get my praise on before I go to bed..
I would love to have this video also!!! Willie is still the man!!
As always, an awesome performance by the late great Willie Neal Johnson!! Rest on Willie!!
The one and only pure Quartet singer, we miss you Willie Neal Johnson.
I AM SO BLESSED TO WATCH THESE VIDEOS OF A MAN OF GOD WHO SUNG WITH THE ANIONTING OF GOD /I HAVE NEVER SEEN ANYONE USED BY GOD LIKE MR WILLIE NEAL JOHNSON THAT SANG WITH ALL HE HAD /ONE OF A KIND/GOD GET ALL THE GLORY! IN THE DAY AND TIME WE ARE LIVING IN WE NEED TO LISTEN TO ANIONTED GOSPLE SINGING!!!
Can't nobody replace this group missing them so much thank you for the post....
Welcome..
Hi dshock11, I've posted info from Wikipedia regarding this great gospel singer and the wonderful Keynotes. Thank you for posting Willie Neal & the Gospel Keynotes videos. Willie Neal touches my heart because his love for God was so evident in all the music he and the group performed.
Ben and Major are deceased. Ben was a close friend of my dad. Before he joined the Jubes, he was in a group with my dad in West Point, MS. Ironically, he played guitar at that time along with my dad. They stayed close, and he always checked on my mom after my dad died. He was a class act. Ben perhaps was the first 3rd lead singer. He had one of the best drives bar none.
I think this is some of the best music on earth
Wow!! The background singers sound great.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Paul was with the Keynotes first up until 1979 when he left to sing with The Mighty Clouds of Joy. Charles Mclean joined when Paul left. Robert Williams came on board when Charles left to preach around 1984/5. Paul came back in 1995/6 and for a period (until Willie's death in 2001) we were graced with both Paul and Robert in the same group.
Willie Neal Johnson (1935-2001) was a gospel singer who became known as "Country Boy" for his rootsy blues-driven style and his down to earth friendly personality.
Willie was born in Tyler, Texas on August 25, 1935 he was the oldest of six children in a musical family. His mother motivated her children to pursue their singing careers by taking them to church and making them sing on Sundays. While in his teens he was tapped to join Rev. C. W. Jackson's group the Five Ways of Joy Gospel Singers.
This is the Gospel Keynotes. Willie was just getting back with the old guys in 1997. They went on to record The Country Boy Goes Home II which featured Willie back with "The Gospel Keynotes" (Jeff, Paul, Perry, Gino, Larry, Val, etc..)
I was blessed to see many of these giants of gospel. I REALLY miss Willie, Tommie, Scottie, Roger, Mike, & Blair. I never got to see Ira & Jeter, but they were two of one of my favorites. I heard that we loss Ben Chandler of the Jubes last year. A great loss
I'm sorry that you not on earth with us. I really enjoy his music. I grew up listening to them.
i love them.we will ever get gospel music like this again?or must we wait till we get to heaven?
I LOVE IT! I like the one he did in Jackson Mississippi when Gino and Robert was with him. Thanks for posting!!!
God
WNJ, Slim, Banks, Martin Jacox, Arthur Crume, Tommie Ellison, Ira Tucker, Scottie, Frank, Roger, Mike Cook, Blair & Jeter all legends of this era gone on. Thanks for the music & memories. I wonder if Rev. Willingham & Hardie of the Brooklyn Allstars are still living.
Hardie and Rev.Willingham both are gone
this is one of my all time favorites
that's my uncle. man i miss him
i know I miss him.I grew up listening to his music.
Sing Willie 🎉
this is one of my fav.video and this is my fav. song
Line-up changes were common and among the more notable talents which passed through the roster in the following years were Paul Beasley, Larry McCowin, Donny Timmons, Alfred "Gino" Smith, Ermant Franklin Jr., Robert Williams, Jeffrey Newberry, Val Alexander, Rev. Charles McLean and Teddy Cross. After Nashboro closed its doors they signed to the Malaco Music label located in Jackson, MS. In 1985 they changed their name to Willie Neal Johnson and the New Keynotes.
A few years later he formed Willie Neal Johnson and the Gospel Keynotes with long-time friends, Ralph McGee, Rev. J. D. Talley, Charles Bailey, John Jackson, Lonzo Jackson, and Archie B. McGee. After rising to popularity across the Southwest the group signed to Nashboro Records where they scored a major hit with Show Me the Way. They received a Grammy nomination in 1980 for Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now. The Gospel Keynotes went on to record over 20 LPs for Nashboro.
Hello Somebody......Praise God Miss You Sooooooo Much Willie Neal Johnson...May Your Soul Rest In Paradise!
I miss Willie Neal Johnson you will be forever missed my friend!
I love this song.
I sure do miss WILLIE NEAL JOHNSON
I love these BOYS!
this is one of my favorites group,along with Doc mckenzie and the hi-lites
Imma Sang this evenin....
I love you Willie Neal. Miss you so much.
more of this concert
Oh my lord, how we need WNJ in today's time..I miss this man so much...
Ben Chandler was a great man I love his beautiful voice rip
Willie died of a stroke on January 10, 2001 at the age of 65 in Tyler, Texas. He was survived by his wife, Captoria, three sons, five daughters, and by his mother, Luretia.
Them boy's know they can sing ¡¡!¡!
Amen hallelujah jmw South Carolina December 8th 2019
I remember when they all got together like this.But this is one group who has been through changes also especially after Willie passed.How many Keynotes are they now?I think Jeffrey has one now.
Pleas post Paul Beasley and Robert singing Wall around heaven....PLEASE
One Of the Greatest Quartet lead singers of All time!
please post more!!!!!!!!!
MY MY I WILL MISS HIM
That was the legendary Bill and Essie Moss my auntie and uncle singing get on board and follow me follow Jesus this morning follow Jesus this afternoon follow Jesus tonite follow him everyday of your life but children let's get on board and follow him to a glorious journey that he had in store just follow amen
Essie is my late pastor's cousin, H. L. Price.
He pastored Macedonia Baptist Church in Montgomery, AL.
Remember when Bill and Essie and the Celestials used to come to sing at the church.
Show me the way
@dshock11 what happen with the group he recoreded country boy goes home I with, because he had to start that group becuase the guys on this video were actin up right?
They are traveling as the Talley Boyz
Did you happen to get the Video of Jeff singing "only God knows what the future hold?
@ROBINSONWC Yes my wife has that video! She loves it.
I think dis was one of Willie Neal Johnson last recordings.
PLEASE MAN POST MORE
Amen Alison
Longevity...
What happened to Robert???
2001
No I don't but I still want it.
This Song Is One Of My Personal Favorites. Listen To My Family Sing This Song On Their Channel MenONAMission1
heh probably not
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@gospelmusicloverld Willingham Of the Swannees he's dead And Hardie Of the Brooklyn Allstars dead.Been dead for a number years