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
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!! 🎶🎤🎶
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!
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.
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.
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! 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!
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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 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.
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.
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 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!
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.
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.
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 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!
Really Russ! At like 80 you still blowing like that
Russels Stimme hat nichts an Kraft verloren, fantastisch......
M. R.
Great song ever ever
Thank you Russell.
His voice is a legend. Timeless.
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
Ohhh wow 😮 came across these valuable old jewels 💎 🎼 🎶 🎵
Keep on watching em, very stress releaver,,love the group.
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!
Wow wow wow russell you make my ❤ sing 😍 👏
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!
That man still got it!!!!!!!
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.
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.
Still got it!
The very best
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! 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!
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
I am just BLOWN AWAY by good he still sounds! Amazing!!!
Wow! One hell of a voice!
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.
the voice that stood the test of time1
Welcome back Russell we love ❤ you
He sounds better than ever!
Russell Thompkins Jr. is pure gold. Much like fine wine as well. Better with age.
Just class......
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.
The greatest falsetto 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.
Beautiful MÚSIC
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.
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
beatiful song thank you for video
Beautiful music! LOVE IT!
Thank God I was able to grow up listening to this! So many good memories.
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.
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.
Russell still sounds awesome
Not only does Mr. Thompkins possess unreal talent....but also courtesy (asks for applause for orchestra). I'm sold! Maestro-ism.
I loy the Stylistics. Love you Russell
Still has the voice! I'm gratefule for my childhood because our music was sung and they played the instruments.
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!
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
Totally. The absolute best. This was the first dance at my wedding!
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 still get chills
I saw Eban Brown with Airain and Herb the other night and they were fabulous. But seeing this....Russell sings great too.
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 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.
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.
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'd know this voice anywhere, AMAZING !!!
Beautiful Voice Russell.
Oh my.....yes!!! 🎶🎤🎶
Still awesome after all these years!
SO BEAUTIFUL NOW RIGHT NOW 🎵🎶🌎🌍🌏🌈☀️so PURE TO OUR HEARTS AND EARS ALWAYS
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!
Russel, terrific. What a voice!
Brilliant
Point blank! He is the stylistics.
The most fluid voice I've ever heard
ONE big word BLESSED by this amazing group
Just amazing !!! Wow !!!
Excellent!
I think the confusion is in the name "The New Stylistics". Glad to see Russell and the original crew. And thanks for clarifying that.
Man! When this guy reaches angel status Heavens gonna freaking rock!!!!!!!!!
Russell Thompkins Jr still sounds the same after all these years.
I saw the Stylistics about 5 years ago in Edinburgh and they were amazing....but Russell Tomkins Junior's voice is what made those wonderful songs
what a voice.......wow
Voice is still clear and string like It's the 70's. Beautiful, simply beautiful.
great!!!
Mr Russell thompkins Jr. What a wonderful voice.. godbless
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!
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.
Great talent and well written tune
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.
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.
They don't come any better than this.
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!
Thanking God for His continued hand upon your life Russel.
Go Russell. A classic 4 ever.
Inspiração pra qualquer cantor!
Um monstro no vocal!
best singer in the world
yes...
yes indeed David 31331
It's still a good song I remember when it came out I in Junior High school.
STILL! STILL! A beautiful beautiful voice! Russel hasn't lost a step, God bless him!
Russell ... timeless and authentic. The best!
I love the moves!
yes i cry to betcha by golly wow and i a nearly fifty year old chap
even though i still find their stage moves hilarious, i will always love RTJ's voice. no one can come close.
I love the Philly Sound! ;) Great performance!
such a beautiful falsetto he had and still has
That's what I'm talking about, Russel, got it going on
I look forward to seeing theses guys someday.
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!
love to see russell again!!!! live....
You have an amazing voice
You are the best and a wonderful voice have a nice day
I can listen to them just like the temptations