Vintage Group

　The greatest charm point of Vintage Group is that their vocal skill and passion. Their long experience is a great essence to this album also. You will see clearly as soon as you hear their singing how great they are after 80's vocal groups. Their vocal style will bring The Dells, The Dramatics, The Temptations and The Mighty Clouds Of Joy to your mind, and guaranteed you are knocked out by them as soon as you will hear few tunes.
Opening tune, "Star 69", featuring voicecorder, is massive and funky style with strong lead vocal. "Show Me", is slow tune with narration. It is really one of my favorites of this album. Because two different type of singers make one perfect harmony...will excite your body and soul. "Lonely Hearts Club" is slow tune again, just like Temptations with Falsetto lead vocal. "Don't Play" is more contemporary sound to your ears. "My Time Now" and "Good Vibrations" both songs are smooth tenor essences. "Lovin' You" is southern style with deep and strong ballad. "Have You Seen" is very dramatic tune.

This group consists of four members. Derek L. Smith, lead 1st and 2nd tennor with captivating gospel tone, was born and raised in Greenville, MS. He started singing in church at an early age and was the lead singer in his high school choir. He was featured on a gospel CD released in 2000 ,"Come See About Me" by the Holy Temple House Of Dellverance Choir.

The youngest member, melodious tennor, Gregory (Greg) Thompson, was born in Oxford, Mississippi, moved to Tupelo but has recently relocated to Jackson, Mississippi. He also grew up singing in the church and has done many weddings and church functions. He plays piano for his church.

James King, 1st tenor with smooth falsetto, was born and raised in Memphis, TN. He also has has a gospel background. He was the member of the World Famous Mad Lads. He has a silky voice which is close to Eddie Kendricks of the Temptations.

Joseph Francios has a powerful lead voice that carries a soulful raspy tone. He was born in Simmesport , Louisiana, but lived in New Orleans for long time. He plays drums and had a group named "Total Effort". He has opened for such acts as Johnnie Taylor, Jackie Wilson, Bobby Blue Bland, The Bar Kays, and O.V. Wright. His long career as a singer make the group's music deeply.


	Derek L. Smith (44) 1st and 2nd tenor		James (Slim) King (42) 1st tenor with falsetto


	Joseph Francois (52) Powerful lead vocal		Greg Thompson (33) 1st and 2nd melodious tenor


	"Music For Lovers Only" by World Famous Mad Lads (US-LP, Express, 1987) James King was with them in 80's		"Come See About Me" by Holy Temple House Of Dellverance Chior, featuring Derek

Their music will bring you the biggest surprise and joy. Please check it out.

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Star 69
Show Me
From The Moment
Lonely Hearts Club
Craving For Your Love
Don't Play
My Time Now
Good Vibration
Just Because
Lovin' You
Have You Seen Her
From The Moment

My Time Now(US-CD, Diverity, 2001)