Ledisi & Bilal - A Tribute To Curtis Mayfield | WDR BIG BAND

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  • Опубликовано: 25 дек 2024

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  • @PutumaGqamana
    @PutumaGqamana 11 месяцев назад +795

    Bilal was born to do this Tribute. And just when you thought Ledisi has nothing left to prove she does this. I was in tears.

    • @MrEK0070
      @MrEK0070 11 месяцев назад +22

      Absolutely true! Emotional journey 🙌🏾

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +14

      😊👍

    • @James-sq8jx
      @James-sq8jx 11 месяцев назад +6

      Is this for the Curtis Mayfield movie

    • @boywill4374
      @boywill4374 11 месяцев назад +7

      Crazy man out of sight I dig it

    • @daviegriffin3539
      @daviegriffin3539 11 месяцев назад +7

      🎼🎛 ❤ 🆒️ ❤
      *Cheers 🍻 👏🏾 from México!*
      🌮 🌯 🍸 🇲🇽

  • @veronicamartin7254
    @veronicamartin7254 11 месяцев назад +782

    The Band...The Orchestra..Ledisi...Bilal..The Audio Engineers!! What a joyous feast for the ears. Y'all did that!!❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +18

      Thank you! 🙌♥️

    • @yahneyoung5505
      @yahneyoung5505 11 месяцев назад +11

      👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👂🎤🎶🎵🎶🎼

    • @coolvisions4999
      @coolvisions4999 11 месяцев назад +17

      Yes indeed. The sound engineers did an excellent job. The band and everyone involved were fantastic

    • @batk0427
      @batk0427 11 месяцев назад +6

      I couldn't agree more.👌🏽

    • @Fellec01
      @Fellec01 11 месяцев назад +8

      Each and every person involved in this was on one accord!!!!
      Singers, Band, orchestra, camera people, engineers, lighting directors,…etc…
      Thank you Mr. Mendoza!!!

  • @joewhitfield6316
    @joewhitfield6316 11 месяцев назад +1521

    I must say that this is, musically speaking, the best concert I've ever seen/heard in my 68 years on this earth. Hats off to Mr. Vince Mendoza and the WDR BIG BAND and the WDR FUNKHAUSORCHESTER, the sound engineers, lighting crew and everyone involved. I believe that Curtis Mayfield would be so very proud of this MAGNIFICENT tribute!!!

    • @conscientiousobserver7444
      @conscientiousobserver7444 11 месяцев назад +78

      I agree! Wow!!! What a gift this is….

    • @georgiagirl8059
      @georgiagirl8059 11 месяцев назад +35

      Nu Deco Ensemble has some really amazing performances as well. Check them out.

    • @joewhitfield6316
      @joewhitfield6316 11 месяцев назад

      Thank you! What an awesome group. I checked out "Reimagines EWF". It was fantastic.@@georgiagirl8059

    • @sylvesterinfl
      @sylvesterinfl 11 месяцев назад +11

      🙏

    • @DJUindamix
      @DJUindamix 11 месяцев назад +40

      Everybody is glorious. Mike Scott is McNasty! 🎸

  • @tammygraham6852
    @tammygraham6852 9 месяцев назад +46

    This was clearly OFF THE CHAIN!! 🔥🔥🔥 WOW! They KILLED this tribute! BRAVO 👏🏽 👏🏽👏🏽😲

  • @EricOutler
    @EricOutler 11 месяцев назад +529

    EXCELLENT Tribute to an under-appreciated legend!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +8

      🎶😎

    • @v.a.993
      @v.a.993 11 месяцев назад +17

      Sadly and grossly under-appreciated.

    • @beyourself2444
      @beyourself2444 11 месяцев назад +24

      I couldn't have said it better myself, everyone talks about Gaye and Wonder but Curtis was like the solo EWF with more funk, he was proud, black and positive. I love his music so much, it's so uplifting and raw.

    • @anthonytaylor7928
      @anthonytaylor7928 11 месяцев назад +7

      ​@@v.a.993please explain why y'all yahoos say hes underappreciated??

    • @anthonytaylor7928
      @anthonytaylor7928 11 месяцев назад +4

      ​@@beyourself2444aw stop u can't talk about everyone at once he's far from underappreciated ur logic is plain stupid

  • @unitabusby9745
    @unitabusby9745 11 месяцев назад +435

    As a connoisseur of music all I can say is BRAVO!!! Curtis Mayfield, a musical genius is missed. Long live his legacy of love beauty groove and message. Thanks for sharing this wonderful tribute.❤❤❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +12

      Thank you for watching!

    • @beyourself2444
      @beyourself2444 11 месяцев назад +10

      True

    • @Nell_3
      @Nell_3 11 месяцев назад +10

      One of my all time favorites😢 Definitely deserves his 💐💐💐💐👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🤴🏾Curtis has written and produced songs for Aretha Franklin Gladys Knight and others. He was definitely a lyrical genius FR. RIP Mr. Mayfield. I know you’re smiling down and beaming with pride and approval. REAL MUSIC❤️☮️🙏🏿🙏🏿

    • @zrahrasul1143
      @zrahrasul1143 11 месяцев назад +3

      So well said!

    • @lyndeeboyland
      @lyndeeboyland 11 месяцев назад +5

      Just thought of him yesterday!! Magnificent artist!!

  • @smithsays
    @smithsays 11 месяцев назад +290

    Kudos to Germany for this epic tribute to genius Curtis Mayfield in grand style. The fact that the two singers they selected for this project are two of our greatest but most underrated, makes it an even greater and more meaningful project.

    • @WarrenHolly
      @WarrenHolly 11 месяцев назад +7

      Have you seen the T Pain concert ",On top of the covers,"?. Him and his band kill it. And he's doing everybody else's music all genres except opera. A very talented young man. The arrangements are killer. Enjoy 🙏🏾😎

    • @aProudOG
      @aProudOG 11 месяцев назад +17

      I once believed Mr. Mayfield never fully received the acclaim he deserves. Never again can I say Curtis’ genius hasn’t been fully recognized and appreciated. This outstanding and masterful orchestral tribute to him has forever changed all of that for me. Grateful for Curtis Mayfield, grateful for Ledisi and Bilal, grateful for WDR Big Band, super grateful for the Arts!

    • @smithsays
      @smithsays 11 месяцев назад +4

      @@WarrenHolly Thank you, will check it out. I appreciate the recommendation.

    • @WarrenHolly
      @WarrenHolly 11 месяцев назад +5

      @@smithsays 🤓🙏🏾

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +7

      @smithsays: thank you for your kind words!

  • @alexanderrichardson5929
    @alexanderrichardson5929 9 месяцев назад +58

    Studying Musicians, we grew up with Mr. Mayfield it's so sad and Ironic that the conductor would mention that the audience would only recognize, "Super Fly?" This is "Black Classical Music!" Curtis Lee Mayfield (June 3, 1942 - December 26, 1999) was an American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and record producer, and one of the most influential musicians behind soul and politically conscious African-American music.[5][6] Dubbed the "Gentle Genius",[7][8] he first achieved success and recognition with the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame-inducted group the Impressions during the civil rights movement of the late 1950s and the 1960s and later worked as a solo artist. Mayfield started his musical career in a gospel choir. Moving to the North Side of Chicago, he met Jerry Butler in 1956 at the age of 14, and joined the vocal group The Impressions. As a songwriter, Mayfield became noted as one of the first musicians to bring more prevalent themes of social awareness into soul music. In 1965, he wrote "People Get Ready" for The Impressions, which was ranked at no. 24 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.[9] The song received numerous other awards; it was included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's "500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll",[10] and was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998. I cried!

    • @mommiesgirltwo
      @mommiesgirltwo 6 месяцев назад +2

      Love it was off the chizain!

    • @alexanderrichardson5929
      @alexanderrichardson5929 6 месяцев назад

      @@mommiesgirltwo VOTE!

    • @j.parrish385
      @j.parrish385 6 месяцев назад

      You betta Sang Ledisi ❤️❤️❤️❤️⚘️😎

    • @marionorr698
      @marionorr698 5 месяцев назад

      The conductor said at the end listen to Mr. Curtis Mayfield message. Because his music had a message. The song Super Fly was for a movie about a pimp and dealer. It still had a message. " People get ready" a strong message

    • @garyvanliew2689
      @garyvanliew2689 5 месяцев назад

      The musical tree of Mr Mayfield was divvy and bountiful. He was the first t o recognize Donny Hathaway and Leroy Hutson as arrangers and musicians.

  • @fross1203
    @fross1203 Год назад +347

    These guys are in the pocket for days. The entire ensemble is fantastic. I don’t believe I’ve ever heard a funkier orchestra.

    • @trumpateerstv
      @trumpateerstv 11 месяцев назад +8

      Listen to that Ensemble when Rodney "Skeet" Curtis played Bass and feel the difference in da Funk....

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +5

      Thank you!

    • @Seriyah7
      @Seriyah7 11 месяцев назад +10

      The coolest orchestra they are feeling the vibe!!!

    • @rebeccajohnson8579
      @rebeccajohnson8579 11 месяцев назад +13

      @@Seriyah7FACT IS, THEY ARE SO VERY HAPPY BEING ABLE TO PLAY SOME VERY SOULFUL AND TOUCHING MUSIC! Granted, that other STUFF they play, its NOT ALL BAD, but to be able to PLAY CURTIS MAYFIELD, you KNOW they are ENJOYING, EXPANDING THEIR MUSICAL TALENTS & ENJOYING IT!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      True!😊🎶

  • @booksandstick5544
    @booksandstick5544 11 месяцев назад +418

    The whole concert is beautiful! Everyone involved is excellent. What a tribute to the incomparable Curtis Mayfield!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you!

    • @IHT.369
      @IHT.369 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@WDRBIGBAND❤

    • @karentid232
      @karentid232 11 месяцев назад

      Im telling you it takes a tribe. This was an atmosphere of workshop I could see and feel it and I'm not being extra. Look at the faces. Whew!

    • @sherrytalomerna4965
      @sherrytalomerna4965 10 месяцев назад

      Yes, enjoying grey hair, bass player soulful vibe, awesome concert

  • @stylebykatb.5661
    @stylebykatb.5661 11 месяцев назад +312

    The grey headed bass player is a COMPLETE VIBE!!!! Bilal and Ledisi were fantastic ~ love every minute of this tribute

    • @fantomasfanto8469
      @fantomasfanto8469 11 месяцев назад +32

      that is will lee, one of the greatest ever on 1000’s of sessions . he was one of the few to run around town with a pager and plus he was in the letterman band for years You noticed a legend in the game props 2 u 😎

    • @Adora-bl7xq
      @Adora-bl7xq 11 месяцев назад +10

      I said the same thing ❤️‍🔥💃🏾🫶🏿

    • @Fellec01
      @Fellec01 11 месяцев назад +7

      Definitely a ‘COMPLETE VIBE!’

    • @knightfall79
      @knightfall79 11 месяцев назад +16

      Will Lee = one of the best mutha pluckin bass players of all time. Letterman to Ledesi he's played with em all.
      Give that man his flowers !!

    • @jessegibson7734
      @jessegibson7734 11 месяцев назад +8

      Very few know that Will actually started bassing in the seventies for the late great Jimmy Castor’s band

  • @theamazingworship111
    @theamazingworship111 8 месяцев назад +108

    I put this comment here, so that when anyone likes it, I will be reminded of how God has restored me, turned my shame into fame, and replaced my tears with joy. I never want to forget for a moment how good God is to me , this song does something to my soul

  • @TheJazzSphere
    @TheJazzSphere 11 месяцев назад +314

    Thanks to everyone involved in this uplifting tribute to the great Curtis Mayfield. In the current state of this world we most definitely need more love, peace, and unity. This performance and vibe helps.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +10

      True, we need more love, awareness, peace...and maybe music helps!

    • @ChristineMcklnley
      @ChristineMcklnley 11 месяцев назад +4

      ❤​@@WDRBIGBAND

    • @Andre-wf8cb
      @Andre-wf8cb 8 месяцев назад +2

      @@WDRBIGBAND YOU KNOW IT DOES .It should a rally cry for the 2024 voting effort to maintain a Stand for democracy, one last time for us and old JOE You Know!

  • @michaelhemphill8575
    @michaelhemphill8575 11 месяцев назад +145

    This"Concert/Tribute" to the late "Great composer"...."songwriter" "activist".... "musician" "wise man.."Curtis Mayfield "..is" Absolutely Magnificent"!!!!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      🙌🙌🙌

    • @zrahrasul1143
      @zrahrasul1143 11 месяцев назад +3

      Wow!!! You documented every one of the legacies that he embodied. One of the greatest and all of what you said!

  • @iamnottito
    @iamnottito 11 месяцев назад +231

    RIP Curtis Mayfield.Your music will always be appreciated by those who love uplifting songs and unique music.Thanks to all those who contributed to the tribute t Curtis Mayfield.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      👍

    • @carmelagreen4527
      @carmelagreen4527 11 месяцев назад +6

      Words can't express what u left behind 4 us! The times when we knew our value as a people nd family was close thru generations! Curtis was definitely a musical genius who wrote his own words without sugar coating and whose points never fell on deaf ears!! RIP CURTIS ND THANK YOU ❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      👍

    • @lallen8131
      @lallen8131 11 месяцев назад +1

      Amen!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      🎶♥️

  • @inalevy3932
    @inalevy3932 9 месяцев назад +10

    The Lead &. Bass guitarists we’re Magnificent

  • @lamielemcmillan76
    @lamielemcmillan76 11 месяцев назад +254

    This orchestra is EVERYTHING!!!!! No section is overpowering!!!! Perfection!!!! Even the woodwinds can be heard.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +6

      👍🎶

    • @wilfredolopez8600
      @wilfredolopez8600 10 месяцев назад +5

      I agree it was flawless , a beautiful tribute to Curtis Mayfield.

    • @electricviolin
      @electricviolin 10 месяцев назад +6

      Yup! Props to the mix and sound engineers.

    • @doreenjohnson2884
      @doreenjohnson2884 10 месяцев назад +5

      Agreed. This tribute paid great homage. It is ALMOST as good as the original. I remember listening to this album as a child. Laying on the floor next to the speakers of our component set absorbing every minute, flawless chord and harmony. Curtis Mayfield like Isaac Hayes was masterful in his music production. A talent lost on today’s “artists”

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад +1

      @doreenjohnson2884: Thank you very much for your kind words!

  • @yvonnebryan5741
    @yvonnebryan5741 11 месяцев назад +159

    Music is my drug, I have never needed another. The passion , the performers, . the genius of Curtis Mayfield , Stupendous. Thank you , thank you, thank you.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      🙏🏻

    • @taydatay8571
      @taydatay8571 11 месяцев назад +2

      Well stated

    • @itguru2037
      @itguru2037 11 месяцев назад +1

      Same

    • @pchezzwallace8509
      @pchezzwallace8509 10 месяцев назад +3

      I agree 👍 ... That you all! Band ! The best 🎉..this is so beautiful 😍 😢...
      "Music is equally honest, loved, and true.." sadly to say...I wish the world 🌎 would keep this same energy when the instruments are laid down....#End Racism

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад +1

      🙏🙏🙏

  • @lorriet2922
    @lorriet2922 11 месяцев назад +247

    Hats off to the Base guitar player who stood up for the entire duration of the tribute. Job well done. Also for the entire presentation. The lights, sound, band singers musicians and conductor. Beautiful concert. I loved every minute. Also for Curtis Mayfield for making all this possible, may he rest in peace in God’s name, Amen.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +7

      Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏🏻🎶

    • @charmainestampley5321
      @charmainestampley5321 11 месяцев назад +12

      That's how you rock a base you got to stand up

    • @lorriet2922
      @lorriet2922 11 месяцев назад +6

      @@charmainestampley5321 What I was taking my hat off is that he stood thru the entire duration and he did a splendid job from the beginning to the end. My husband and son are both guitar players not that it has anything to do with this conversation, just thought I would mention it.

    • @lorriet2922
      @lorriet2922 11 месяцев назад +5

      @@WDRBIGBAND The pleasure was mine.

    • @JMichellesSpot
      @JMichellesSpot 11 месяцев назад +16

      That’s Will Lee, one of the best to ever do it🤎💕

  • @guitarplayer8627
    @guitarplayer8627 10 месяцев назад +19

    This Tribute Is (World Class), Curtis Smiles In US.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад

      Thank you!

    • @Karla-j1l
      @Karla-j1l 22 дня назад

      Thank God for C.M. and for those who participating in this well deserved event.

  • @betterdays105
    @betterdays105 11 месяцев назад +130

    Thank you to all involved!
    Curtis is smiling. ❤

    • @barbarabuie3800
      @barbarabuie3800 11 месяцев назад +2

      Yes he is 😊

    • @dorthy8586
      @dorthy8586 11 месяцев назад +1

      I love this concert aline joyce thank everyone for this

    • @vbalk9254
      @vbalk9254 11 месяцев назад

      Thank you I heard this concert and it gave me peace and lovely memories of my great former husband the day he went into the earth.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      Hi @betterdays105: thank you for your kind words.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      @vbalk9254: thank you for sharing your emotions with us.🎶♥️🎶

  • @shamrocklotus7245
    @shamrocklotus7245 11 месяцев назад +145

    How lucky we are to be able to enjoy this masterful concert.🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      👍

    • @Erschophone
      @Erschophone 11 месяцев назад +2

      This is a German state-funded orchestra. Only with government-funded culture subsidies is it possible to do such projects: that's why they NEVER happen in the USA.

  • @crystalharris-thomas1939
    @crystalharris-thomas1939 11 месяцев назад +208

    This tribute brings tears to my eyes. Black people listen to the message.❤❤❤ Stand strong. RIH Mr. Mayfield!

    • @MichaelHamilton-lh8pv
      @MichaelHamilton-lh8pv 10 месяцев назад +5

      I agree!!!

    • @davidogbole2200
      @davidogbole2200 10 месяцев назад +6

      We people who are darker than Blue, please listen to the message.
      Bless 🙏

    • @revmd621
      @revmd621 8 месяцев назад +3

      Curtis was truly a wonderful musical genius!!

    • @sherrymcclure1675
      @sherrymcclure1675 Месяц назад

      YES!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @billieaustin7842
    @billieaustin7842 11 месяцев назад +19

    Thank you all for a absolutely amazing performance of music by the Legend Curtis Mayfield ❤️🙏🏽❤️ I’m from Chicago and grew up in the era this amazing music was created 😊 I’m smiling so hard 😊 Ledisi and Bilal gave incredible performances I Love You All ❤️🥰 … The bass guitarist is a whole vibe 😊

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for your lovely words. It was a great production ...we have been waiting for such a long time to do it...Will Lee on e-bass...he is shinin...

  • @angelajohns2853
    @angelajohns2853 11 месяцев назад +121

    Ledesi can sing anything, knowing the Artist with her own Spin on it , her voice is signature magnificent!

    • @emmacoleman7792
      @emmacoleman7792 11 месяцев назад +6

      Just like Aretha Franklin. Aretha could take a song and do the same thing

    • @WarrenHolly
      @WarrenHolly 11 месяцев назад +2

      Can't argue with that.🙏🏾🤓 Have you seen T Pains concert "On top of the covers" him and his band kills it. A very talented young man.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      @angelajohns2853 -true...

    • @tammiedunbar6166
      @tammiedunbar6166 6 месяцев назад +2

      Ledesi said that she was thinking about quitting the business and then she received a call from "CHAKA" to open for her on some tours. I'm thankful that "Sista KHAN" has the innate ability to hear genius. Child Ledesi can simply sang!!!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  6 месяцев назад +3

      Yeah, Ledisi is a great singer and a great human beeing!

  • @Itgyrl909
    @Itgyrl909 11 месяцев назад +103

    FINALLY! A worthy tribute to the late, Great Curtis Mayfield! He deserves this & so much more love. Love the orchestra, Ledisi, and Bilal! Great to see them both!!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you for your kind words!

  • @mozellephilpart1726
    @mozellephilpart1726 11 месяцев назад +124

    First and foremost I want to thank Almighty God for the gift of music! What a great and entertaining concert and a Tribute to the gifted and talented Curtis Mayfield!! Thank you conductor Vince Mendoza, Ledisi, Bilal, Funk House Orchestra, and WDR Big Band! It is so beautiful and refreshing to see musicians play instruments! Again great job Ledisi and Bilal!❤

    • @Fellec01
      @Fellec01 11 месяцев назад

      Amen!’n

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you for your kind words. 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻🎶

    • @sedd1938
      @sedd1938 7 месяцев назад

      You got that right - music is a language ❤

    • @sedd1938
      @sedd1938 7 месяцев назад

      Awesome- you've bought a smile on my face to a gloomy day as I'm still morning the loss of my sister

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  6 месяцев назад

      😊🎶♥️🎶

  • @climerrennie
    @climerrennie 10 месяцев назад +20

    My goodness, where have I been pertaining to Bilal's music? "We're a Winner" and "Future Shock", I love playing. Ledisi was amazing. I'm glad I ran across this video.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Thank your for watching and commenting! 🙏🏻

  • @nikkigivens1591
    @nikkigivens1591 11 месяцев назад +104

    How wonderful for them to honor the great Curtis Mayfield!!!!!!!❤❤❤

  • @SidRags-z3i
    @SidRags-z3i Год назад +129

    Ledisi and Bilal gave an awesome tribute to Curtis Mayfield, Job well done B

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      True, they did a great job!

    • @rebeccajohnson8579
      @rebeccajohnson8579 11 месяцев назад +3

      It's been DECADES since I've listened or HEARD any of Curtis Mayfield Music and GOD, what a BLESSING IT IS, TO BE REMINDED & HEAR IT ONCE AGAIN!
      THANK YOU WRG BIG! THANK YOU FOR BRINGING BACK & REMINDING US OF THE AWESOME MUSIC OF CURTIS MAYFIELD! THANK YOU!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for watching and sending us so kindful words!

  • @ddelzin
    @ddelzin 11 месяцев назад +180

    There's nothing better than songs written by a Legand Curtis Mayfield being sung by amazing singers of today, and backed my an amazing orchestra and band, sound engineering, camera work.
    My mind was blown away with everything, wow......
    INCREDIBLY DONE ❤❤❤👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @mozellephilpart1726
      @mozellephilpart1726 11 месяцев назад +5

      Well said!❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you for your kind words!👍🙌

    • @barbarabeasley364
      @barbarabeasley364 11 месяцев назад

      Where was this concert

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Hi @barbarabeasley364! It took place in Cologne Philharmony in Germany in the end of September 2023.

    • @edithmoss9240
      @edithmoss9240 11 месяцев назад

      Wow, wish I could hear this amazing concert in person. Many applauses to Ledisi & Bilal and the magnificent MDR orchestra. ❤❤️💯

  • @larakitko5139
    @larakitko5139 5 месяцев назад +18

    This is the 3rd time I have listened to this masterpiece from beginning to end.
    Our Mr. CURTIS MAYFIELD is smiling in heaven!
    Thank you so much for sharing this GIFT!!
    God bless!! ❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for coming back even several times! 🙏🏻😊

  • @drumz47
    @drumz47 11 месяцев назад +165

    The entire orchestra and the rhythm section killin every song. This is a very special era in black music and they captured the vibe perfectly. OUTSTANDING.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +5

      Thank you for your kind words.

    • @wilfredolopez8600
      @wilfredolopez8600 10 месяцев назад +8

      I agree it was flawless and very emotional.❤

    • @ptoll8270
      @ptoll8270 10 месяцев назад +9

      This was a very special time in music history period. Curtis and the majority of all the artists doing that era of music head very personal messages that touched everyone’s heart and soul.

    • @johncunningham1797
      @johncunningham1797 9 месяцев назад +3

      FACTS

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад +1

      @wilfredolopez8600: Thank you 🙏

  • @sherryh1460
    @sherryh1460 11 месяцев назад +95

    WOW such an AWESOME tribute to Mr. Curtis Mayfield!!!!❤❤💯💯

  • @deborahjohnson5576
    @deborahjohnson5576 11 месяцев назад +54

    Beautiful music! Ledisi, Bilal, band,and the orchestra is truly amazing! Curtis Mayfield was one the best musical artists ever!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      True and thank you for watching the concert!

  • @rijiinmurad8968
    @rijiinmurad8968 10 месяцев назад +14

    Dynamite! I am glad I had the opportunity to listen to this wonderful production.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you very much!

  • @patriciadavis2545
    @patriciadavis2545 11 месяцев назад +55

    I’ve been listening to Curtis since the 70’s. Never stopped! Love his funkness!👏🏽⭐️🎷🎹🎤

    • @sherricason1548
      @sherricason1548 11 месяцев назад +2

      Chicago’s Finest! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @santinasantina2177
      @santinasantina2177 11 месяцев назад

      👩🏻💭"I just feel like up voting your comment".​@@sherricason1548

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you! Keep dancing!

    • @Andre-wf8cb
      @Andre-wf8cb 8 месяцев назад +1

      HE is so ,so real

  • @MaxwellMomoh-ot5mc
    @MaxwellMomoh-ot5mc 11 месяцев назад +146

    Lord have mercy… When you hear good music like this… you think for a moment like how can a human being have the creativity to make good music. This is grown folks stuff. I like it… 👍🏼

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +9

      Creativity comes from deep within in moments of highest awareness. Curtis lived that!

    • @Iamthatgirl59
      @Iamthatgirl59 11 месяцев назад +1

      Yasssass!!!

    • @narvelancoleman8597
      @narvelancoleman8597 11 месяцев назад +8

      It is definitely a gift from God Almighty!🙏❤️👍🙌👏

    • @WarrenHolly
      @WarrenHolly 11 месяцев назад +3

      Shhhh! The times was legendary. Period!🙏🏾😎

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      👍

  • @gwopin1
    @gwopin1 11 месяцев назад +59

    Bilal Oliver is the most underrated artist of the last 20 years he's done so much for so many artist

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      👍

    • @deniseandrews113
      @deniseandrews113 11 месяцев назад +6

      Sad to admit, this is my intro to his music. But I'm on board now. He's awesome!

    • @s.c7903
      @s.c7903 7 месяцев назад

      Really!? Catch up and enjoy,he does not disappoint ​@@deniseandrews113

    • @Candyland83
      @Candyland83 5 месяцев назад +2

      Facts!!!! He needs his flowers

    • @Candyland83
      @Candyland83 5 месяцев назад +2

      ​@@deniseandrews113welcome! 😊

  • @jackman435
    @jackman435 9 месяцев назад +10

    What a magnificant tribute to the architect of Soul Music...

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад

      Thank you very much for watchin our tribute...

  • @Shearlea
    @Shearlea 11 месяцев назад +55

    Shout out to Vince Mendoza..you are the BEST!

  • @simshill295
    @simshill295 11 месяцев назад +131

    In the comfort of my home I get to enjoy an amazing concert. Thank you for the tribute to Curtis Mayfield. The artist and musicians are OUTSTANDING. Thank you ❤❤❤All of WDR BIG BAND…I will be a fan for life.

  • @nr30199
    @nr30199 11 месяцев назад +81

    Nothing puts me in a good mood like good music ❤🎶🎶🎶. Shout out to Bilal and of course my girl who can do no wrong Ms. Ledisi

    • @taydatay8571
      @taydatay8571 11 месяцев назад +4

      Music puts me in my mood for the day I always start with a great song in the morning

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      😉😊👍

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      @taydatay8571: that is the best way to live 👍

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      @taydatay8571: that is a good practice to start the day! 👍

  • @cedricwatlington1684
    @cedricwatlington1684 10 месяцев назад +21

    I'm 67 years old,. Mr. Curtis Mayfield music was very inspiring and timely for me growing up in Washington , DC in the seventies. Along with the poetic sounds and messages from Mr. Gil Scott Heron.

    • @ValeriePhillips-lp3mx
      @ValeriePhillips-lp3mx 6 месяцев назад +3

      Legendary Gil Scott Heron, he's top on my weekend playlist

    • @d.mclovin7727
      @d.mclovin7727 5 месяцев назад +2

      I wasn't blessed to grow up with this music but loving the vibe of the ban. This is powerful!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  5 месяцев назад

      Thank you!

    • @scrubsnallmonicaneal8682
      @scrubsnallmonicaneal8682 3 месяца назад

      Yes, yes, yes! I too grew up in DC 60s, 70s. The guitar player Mike Scott is also a Washingtonian. Alumni of Duke Ellington School of the Performing Arts.

  • @DorisAcheampong-sv7qj
    @DorisAcheampong-sv7qj 11 месяцев назад +167

    I grew up in America every Friday n Saturday listening to Curtis Mayfied, Bobby Womack, Tyrone Davis, Areatha, Gladys Knight n the pips n other great soul singers. This was real soul music back them. My mom n Dad this kind of music is all they listen to. Great memory rip Mom n Dad. My mom loved Curtis Mayfield music. I was a kid but I loved the superbly album. I still know most of it word for word. I’m here singing now!! The band, orchestra. Leda I, Bilal, n everyone was great here. I really enjoyed the tribute ❤❤❤

  • @chrissaunders4162
    @chrissaunders4162 Год назад +85

    What a honor to a musical genius Curtis Mayfield! Soundtrack of real Soul music! This is one for the ages! Bravo to everyone!!❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for your kind words!

    • @deborahcooper7545
      @deborahcooper7545 11 месяцев назад

      ​@@WDRBIGBANDThose kind words ain't nothing but THE TRUTH!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      🙏🏻

  • @deshagreely4238
    @deshagreely4238 11 месяцев назад +41

    I'm not new to this, I'm true to my life of music. The contribution of my people never cease to amaze me and the lack of opportunities we have but the reverance we receive from our talents. The vision and generosity come from Curtis Mayfield, live, beauty, groove and the message. We should all pay attention to these great artists in our time, even Bilal and Ledisi ❤️🎼🎼🎶

  • @JOYAINVA
    @JOYAINVA 11 месяцев назад +20

    To all the musicians - OUTSTANDING performance!! Bilal, had me in tears singing So In Love 🥰 ❤❤❤ It was so sweet and easy. Ledisi is INCREDIBLE! The music was beautifully arranged. Wow wow wow!!!!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you very much!

  • @denisereese7614
    @denisereese7614 11 месяцев назад +60

    Its nothing like hearing a live band with the difference in harmony mingling together.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @IAMAkilah
    @IAMAkilah 11 месяцев назад +88

    Fantastic.
    It's such a joy to hear Bilal perform again. Always a treat. Ledisi is consistently a powerhouse behind a mic🎉
    This tribute to Curtis was spectacular 🥰

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you very much!

  • @Bumbling2bee
    @Bumbling2bee 11 месяцев назад +30

    Awesome concert. Ledesi; Bilal and the orchestra!!! Wow, just wow.

  • @thurgooddukes7381
    @thurgooddukes7381 10 месяцев назад +10

    Brother Mayfield sitting in the clouds really enjoying this!! Salute!!😊❤

  • @risaisrael4516
    @risaisrael4516 11 месяцев назад +54

    Thank you for paying tribute to this gifted songwriter, composer, musician, singer, and activist. The arrangements here are so lovingly impeccable. Ledisi and Bilal were awesome as usual, and the amazing orchestra understood the assignment! Curtis Mayfield was so deserving of this. ❤

    • @karenmarks1997
      @karenmarks1997 11 месяцев назад +4

      Socially conscious Brotha and his music reflected much of it

    • @kazakah1
      @kazakah1 11 месяцев назад +3

      Yes he was.. He was the reason that I am a recording artist today.. My Miastro.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you for your kind words.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      👍

    • @nitaingram558
      @nitaingram558 11 месяцев назад

      Love it

  • @jeanettemartin3950
    @jeanettemartin3950 11 месяцев назад +34

    Many thanks to WDR Big Band and all involved. Such a wonderful and long overdue tribute to a music man of peace and love.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your kind words!

  • @Kamau2012
    @Kamau2012 11 месяцев назад +73

    Ledisi sounds sooo soothing.
    Good to see Bilal is back to pay homage the Honourable Curtis Mayfield.
    Everyone involved deserves applause, there are many talented people.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      thank you very much.

    • @sknmwms6516
      @sknmwms6516 11 месяцев назад +1

      ❤🖤💚💯🔥👑🎼🎵🎶🎙🎹🎛🎤🎧📻🎷🪗🪈🎹🎺🎻🪕🪘🪘🪇🪈REST IN POWER CURTIS MAYFIELD WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU AND LEGACY!🎸

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      @sknmwms6516! 👍

  • @barbaraajohnson-davis7588
    @barbaraajohnson-davis7588 9 месяцев назад +35

    Absolutely awesome. What a magnificent tribute to Mr. MAYFIELD❤ Our people, please listen to his many messages 💞

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад +2

      Curtis' music and messages will last forever...

    • @barbaraajohnson-davis7588
      @barbaraajohnson-davis7588 9 месяцев назад

      @@WDRBIGBAND indeed it will bless thousands more💞

    • @patscott1965
      @patscott1965 4 месяца назад

      I got this message back in the 70's. Gives me chills and pride whenever I hear We a winner!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  4 месяца назад

      @patscott1965 That sounds great to us!

  • @karengordon666
    @karengordon666 11 месяцев назад +51

    The world needed this.❤ Well Done. More please......

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your kind words!

  • @elizabethhill8184
    @elizabethhill8184 11 месяцев назад +69

    This beautiful my sister and brother celebrating the real music of one of the greats curtis mayfield sounds so good

  • @freebluebutterfly6583
    @freebluebutterfly6583 11 месяцев назад +49

    This is incredibly beautiful. CURTIS was one 1 in a billion. R.I.P... Your music always lifted my spirit.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      👍

    • @shanequaaustin8908
      @shanequaaustin8908 11 месяцев назад +2

      I never heard this song by Curtis but it touched my heart definitely adding this to my playlist.

    • @QueenElixir
      @QueenElixir 3 месяца назад

      me too🔥👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @constancejoyner3193
    @constancejoyner3193 11 месяцев назад +10

    I am a super fan of Curtis Mayfield. His music carried us through the 60's, the 70's ( especially the Vietnam War time) and on thru the 80's until now‼️‼️‼️💯❤❤❤❤❤.
    Loved this concert immensely 👏🏼👏🏼👍🏽👌🏾✌🏾👌🏾👌🏾🙏🏾

  • @burbankluther9766
    @burbankluther9766 Год назад +93

    So happy to have Chicago's very own Curtis Mayfield represented so well! Thanks!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  Год назад +6

      Thank you for watching us!

    • @kevinthomas522
      @kevinthomas522 11 месяцев назад +3

      I second that sentiment....well represented. I loved it.. ❤️

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      ♥️👍

  • @annettedavis5183
    @annettedavis5183 11 месяцев назад +82

    This is a beautiful musical experience. Curtis Mayfield's legacy is well-appreciated, thanks for everyone's amazing contribution.
    I love every second of this astonishing environment.❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you very much!

    • @MichaelLewisColeSrCole
      @MichaelLewisColeSrCole 5 месяцев назад

      This was truly sensational truly sensational

    • @MichaelLewisColeSrCole
      @MichaelLewisColeSrCole 5 месяцев назад

      Thank you so much. To the people who was responsible for putting this concert together thank you so much.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  5 месяцев назад

      👍

  • @DoYou-ec4fl
    @DoYou-ec4fl 11 месяцев назад +45

    Ledisi is a real one! "The Makings of You"....Oh my.

    • @francinehawkins6957
      @francinehawkins6957 10 месяцев назад

      MY HUSBAND AND MY GREATEST LOVE SONG TO EACH OTHER.....THE MAKINGS OF YOU..... AMAZING THING IS THAT I FOUND THIS....ON HIS 74th BIRTHDAY!!! (there are no accidents in the universe) One the best Birthday surprises ever!) ❤❤❤THANK YOU ALL!!!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      @francinehawkins6957: Thank you very much for your kind words!

    • @benitalewis381
      @benitalewis381 8 месяцев назад

      Now you gone...... I was not familiar with the song, and I had to go listen to the original because she made that song her own.

  • @davidogbole2200
    @davidogbole2200 10 месяцев назад +16

    Shout out to the sound Engineers, wow. For a live show, this is even greater than most studio quality sounds.
    So clean and balanced.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад

      Thank you very much!

  • @CreativeSoulTV
    @CreativeSoulTV 11 месяцев назад +34

    Bravo to the amazing Band, Orchestra, Camera & Lighting Crew, Sound Engineer, Vince Mendoza, Ledisi, and Bilal for this wonderful concert and tribute to the Great music of Curtis Mayfield. I was a young kid in the 70's and enjoyed his music and this tribute brought tears to my eyes because it was so good, I'm sure Mr. Mayfield and his family would agree. Thank you all for making my day with your talents!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you for watching and sharing your emotions with us!🙏🏻🎶🙏🏻

  • @obedirect5491
    @obedirect5491 11 месяцев назад +42

    One minute in and this tribute is top tier! I’m 68 too & Curtis is and will always be my favorite poet. No shade Prince; it is what it is.

    • @hartubmoses6645
      @hartubmoses6645 11 месяцев назад

      Same here!

    • @bridgetland
      @bridgetland 11 месяцев назад +3

      Yes, that's all it took was 1 minute and I was hooked for the rest of the concert. 🎉

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      @bridgetland - 👍♥️

  • @JuwanBernard
    @JuwanBernard 11 месяцев назад +61

    Can't believe my ears! Pure Excellence! Thank you. Mr. Curtis Mayfield and all who participated in this well deserved Tribute.❤❤❤

  • @Nipsy06
    @Nipsy06 10 месяцев назад +8

    This was such an outstanding tribute to a legend. I know this was an experience of a lifetime to be live in front of such incredible musicians.
    Curtis Mayfield has always been one of my favorite artist of all time! This Was AMAZING!!!❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank youuuuuu!

  • @MichaelSmith-es4nl
    @MichaelSmith-es4nl 11 месяцев назад +42

    This was a fantastic arrangement and tribute to Curtis Mayfield. I know he's smiling down and enjoying this tribute to him . He was a musical genius.

    • @wilfredolopez8600
      @wilfredolopez8600 10 месяцев назад +1

      I agree a beautifully executed , great tribute to Curtis Mayfield.The orquestra and singers ❤❤❤.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад

      @MichaelSmith-es4nl: Thank you very much for your kind words!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад

      @wilfredolopez8600: Thank you 🙏

  • @brendalampley4215
    @brendalampley4215 11 месяцев назад +198

    This was Amazing! What an awesome tribute to the Iconic Legendary Mr. Curtis Mayfield…Thanks to you all!!! ✌🏾❣️

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +5

      Thank you for watching...

  • @claudiatate6386
    @claudiatate6386 11 месяцев назад +21

    Curtis was a wonderful man I met him years ago when I was modeling. He used to sing songs to me.
    This was in 1971. He is absolutely brilliant. He is the G.O.A.T FOREVER....AMEN CURTIS❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your story! And thank you for watching our tribute concert!

  • @deniselex02
    @deniselex02 10 месяцев назад +12

    It's never too late to honor this amazing concert and give a huge THANK YOU!! to Ledisi & Bilal..what a match made in heaven and the orchestra so DAMN GOOD💯. RIP to Curtis Mayfield ❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your kind words!

  • @kaykayandmeekmeeksmusicpub9791
    @kaykayandmeekmeeksmusicpub9791 11 месяцев назад +68

    5 minutes into this and I'm holding back the tears. That's when you know it's great. Wonderful and much needed Tribute to someone most of us still love and remember. Thank you.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you for sharing your emotions with us!🙏🏻😊🎶

  • @CleyesterThomas-fl1id
    @CleyesterThomas-fl1id 11 месяцев назад +32

    Did with grace , excellent and class
    Great job all .

  • @lnapjr76
    @lnapjr76 11 месяцев назад +133

    Sometimes, the RUclips algorithm gives me trash...then it turns around and gives me a gift from the heavens. Today, it gave me this gift.
    Respect to the conductor. Respect to all the artists in the orchestra. Respect to the soloists. Respect to Ledisis and Bilal. This was a well-deserved honoring of the great Curtis Lee Mayfield...one of the very best artists ever. He was a genius.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +3

      Thank you for your kind words!

    • @druscillawalker4960
      @druscillawalker4960 10 месяцев назад +4

      2024 and still sounding.
      Real Good!!!!

    • @Benyamin_Eliyahu.
      @Benyamin_Eliyahu. 10 месяцев назад +2

      What you said!!

    • @yourpersonalshopper4988
      @yourpersonalshopper4988 9 месяцев назад +3

      Right?!?!?! I don't know how this found me but it made my WEEK!!!

    • @lnapjr76
      @lnapjr76 9 месяцев назад

      @@yourpersonalshopper4988 That's exactly how I felt.

  • @esthermuhammad5706
    @esthermuhammad5706 10 месяцев назад +12

    This was one the best concerts I've ever heard ! Curtis Mayfield. would be so proud ! Thank you so much Bilal , Ledisi and this fantantic Orchestra !!!❤❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Thank you for your kind words!

  • @angelaburton2085
    @angelaburton2085 11 месяцев назад +21

    I grew up listening to Curtis Mayfield music. Listening to his funky sounds and let's not forget his strong messages. It was a true joy. Bravo to all the artist.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @kimtomkins9361
    @kimtomkins9361 11 месяцев назад +73

    Loved it!! Ledesi & Bilal… Omg! To do a Curtis Mayfield Tribute just Wow! The whole Orchestra was awesome! Lawrd & the saxophonist, lead guitarist & Baseman👍🏽

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you very much!

  • @TCB5495
    @TCB5495 11 месяцев назад +73

    OMG! This is the best concert! Ledisi and Bilal are just Awesome! The orchestra was Awesome! I truly enjoyed myself. I just needed a glass of wine. A wonderful tribute to Curtis Mayfield!!😊❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +4

      🎶🎶🎶👍

  • @vidastabler7459
    @vidastabler7459 9 месяцев назад +17

    Curtis Mayfield entered my life when i was 16 in Omaha, Nebraska. Big Brother Tim had an album collection like no other. Hen i heard the album Superfly….his voice….i was smitten for life. I’m now 66 and i’m still moved everytime……

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  9 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you for sharing that nice story with us! Welcome to our channel!

    • @falsedelic
      @falsedelic Месяц назад

      I’m 62 and that rendition of “Little Child, Running Wild” brought tears to my eyes. So many little children running wild these days. God bless ‘em.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  Месяц назад

      True!

  • @ombudlady
    @ombudlady 11 месяцев назад +60

    Excellent tribute to an extraordinary musician who also spoke the truth through his music. Ledisi is an awesome singer and her voice is exceptional.

  • @reneeharrison643
    @reneeharrison643 11 месяцев назад +29

    Beautiful rendition of Curtis Mayfield,His lyrics has meaning invested in the anthology of Curtis Mayfield....RIP!

  • @goldie260
    @goldie260 11 месяцев назад +28

    This sent chills to my soul because of the great combination of music and to the excellent artists doing all his great music,,,, Bilal,,, & Ledisi,,,,,

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      👍🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @salliemae9284
    @salliemae9284 10 месяцев назад +5

    Thank you WDR Big band channel
    For posting this amazing tribute . AMAZING SINGERS LEDISI AND BILAL, AMAZING MUSIC , AMAZING MUSICIANS !!!!!!Thank you Premium RUclips channel for putting this on my face .

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for watching us and giving us such kind words!

  • @karentid232
    @karentid232 11 месяцев назад +25

    I'm a 60's baby and this music is in my DNA. ❤❤❤❤
    WE PEOPLE WHO ARE DARKER THAN BLUE.. Overdue . This tribute is timely but still overdue.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanx for your kind comment!

    • @isurvive8251
      @isurvive8251 9 месяцев назад +1

      TRUE !

    • @mozellephilpart1726
      @mozellephilpart1726 3 месяца назад

      Yes, we the people who are darker than blue are so gifted and talented!❤

  • @marlonking8830
    @marlonking8830 11 месяцев назад +40

    The best tribute to and interpretation of the wealth of musical legacy Curtis Mayfield generously gifted us.
    Reminds me and takes me back to the teenage boy living in Lagos, Nigeria drinking beer and grooving to this, imagining and time travelling to USA, to Harlem, Brooklyn, the streets on New York City.
    God’s speed Curtis Mayfield. Your soundtrack to our lives live on.
    💜💜💜💜💜

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you for the great story! 👍🎶

    • @WarrenHolly
      @WarrenHolly 11 месяцев назад +2

      I was right down the beltway in the same type of city. My friends and I on a Sunday dressed to kill sitting in the hippodrome theater waiting for the curtains to come up. Superfly! My city was lit. These were legendary times.
      👏🏾😎

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      Those times will never come back...

  • @lonajohnsondaunoy6092
    @lonajohnsondaunoy6092 11 месяцев назад +41

    I'm really enjoying this Concert ❤Thank you to everyone 💜 ❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +4

      Thank you for watching!

  • @gregflakus66
    @gregflakus66 Месяц назад +3

    Loved we the people.thanks so.much for allowing this to be shared. The concert

  • @delilah1242
    @delilah1242 11 месяцев назад +91

    Ledis and Balal rocked this concert. The orchestra and director were outstanding. I have shared this with family and friends. These songs brought back so many memories Thank you so much. 😊❤

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад

      👍

    • @LorenzoStephens-oq3hi
      @LorenzoStephens-oq3hi 11 месяцев назад +1

      Awesome

    • @annclark8526
      @annclark8526 10 месяцев назад +1

      YESSSSSSSSSS..THIS WHOLE THANG IS SIMPLY WONDERFUL!! MR. CURTIS MAYFIELD HAS 2 B SMILIN DWN ON THIS..OMG!!!❤❤❤❤🥰🥰🥰🥰💗..WE ND THIS NOW N 4EVER 2 REMIND US, THE STRUGGLE GOES ON.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿😘

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks!

    • @LorenzoStephens-oq3hi
      @LorenzoStephens-oq3hi 10 месяцев назад

      @@annclark8526 0

  • @SDTHATSMETV
    @SDTHATSMETV Год назад +57

    Who better than Ledisi and Bilal to sing! Absolutely amazing!!!! The big band🔥🔥🔥

    • @J3unG
      @J3unG 11 месяцев назад

      they shoulda just let Bilal do the whole thing. Ledisi kind of was a mess. i never heard her before this show but it's obvious to me she was disconnected and way out of it.

    • @SDTHATSMETV
      @SDTHATSMETV 11 месяцев назад +10

      I don't agree...she was very much present and did an amazing job!

    • @radioqueenbee7008
      @radioqueenbee7008 11 месяцев назад +3

      I disagree as well. She did a beautiful job.

    • @theresadavis7604
      @theresadavis7604 11 месяцев назад +1

      @@J3unGLedisi is a vocal phenomenon and I implore you to listen to more of her.

    • @Nell_3
      @Nell_3 11 месяцев назад +1

      Several names have been thrown around to make a bio for Patti LaBelle. Who did she choose? Ledisi 😅Jennifer Hudson threw a few names her way but Auntie stood on everything for Ledisi , who in my opinion is definitely underrated.

  • @tmoore7049
    @tmoore7049 11 месяцев назад +47

    Great tribute to the excellent Curtis Mayfield ❤❤❤🙏🙏 Amazing vocals from Ledisi and Bilal!

  • @DJBari24
    @DJBari24 9 месяцев назад +4

    WE THE PEOPLE NEED THIS IN THE TIME WE ARE LIVING IN!! GOOD FOR MIND AND THE SOUL AND BODY. FRIENDSHIPS, FAMILIES STICKING TOGETHER AS ONE, "HOW CAN WE FALL?????"

  • @Tritonprince
    @Tritonprince 11 месяцев назад +23

    As a vocal singer this is an honor. I would have loved to do this. What a blessing.

    • @milz5032
      @milz5032 3 месяца назад

      Me too amazing 👏

  • @djruckus757
    @djruckus757 11 месяцев назад +87

    This was the concert I didn’t know I needed to watch! Bilal & Ledisi complement each other and the band was 🔥🔥🔥. Job well done 👏🏾

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +2

      🙌🙌🙌

    • @WarrenHolly
      @WarrenHolly 11 месяцев назад +1

      This concert takes me back to the hippodrome theater my friends and I curtains go up Superfly. 😎🕺🏾👏🏾

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      👍🎶

  • @awbside4485
    @awbside4485 11 месяцев назад +32

    This is musically superb! A wonderful tribute to a musical genius…Chicago’s own, the musical master…Mr. Curtis Mayfield!
    Bilal, Ledisi, and the WDR orchestra were incredible!!! 🙌🏾🎵

  • @bigbrowniii
    @bigbrowniii 10 месяцев назад +6

    Everyone was outstanding in their own right, but that bass player was mind blowing 🤯 The best thing I’ve seen or heard in a long time!!! 💐 💐💐to everyone that was a part of this amazing production!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  10 месяцев назад

      Yeah, Will Lee on bass, we were glad to have him in this project.

  • @andrecustodio-1
    @andrecustodio-1 11 месяцев назад +34

    What a beautiful tribute to a beautiful soul. So moving. Thank you.

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for watching!

  • @rainbowlove5391
    @rainbowlove5391 11 месяцев назад +52

    The Best Concert in Years!❤️🇺🇲🎼🎼

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you for watching

  • @winesnout
    @winesnout 11 месяцев назад +26

    I'm speechless! What a great combo. Cologne's WDR Big Band with Ledisi & Bilal performing Curtis Mayfield. What a funky orchestra, what a great band. Thanks Vince Mendoza for making it happen!

  • @blacksunshyne
    @blacksunshyne 8 месяцев назад +5

    What an amazing tribute, I loved just everything ❤!!

    • @WDRBIGBAND
      @WDRBIGBAND  8 месяцев назад +1

      🙏🏻😊🎶