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Post by lukesoulwalker on Jun 18, 2004 13:37:23 GMT -5
:DEddiesluv . There were many people back in the day that began to call them the "Imitations" once Ruffin left. I did remain a fan of the group for a while after Dennis joined. But I haven't followed the Temptations since Dennis. I remember the first time I saw Ruffin perform. OMG!! I had never seen that type of showmanship. His voice was ubelievable. I have never heard a voice like Ruffin's. I saw him perform many times during his career and I was always blown away by his talent. Taking nothing away from Dennis Edwards,but The Tempts were never the same group after Ruffin,Eddie and Paul left. IMO. EddiesLuv I have seen Ruffin rehearse as well. He rehearsed as if he was on stage. Amen!
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Post by der68 on Jun 18, 2004 15:55:42 GMT -5
I knew about The Temptations before David joined. They were good then. Thanks to Eddie Kendrick and Paul Williams. But the first time I heard My Girl I thought it was amazing. David's voice took me by surprise. I like Molly have never heard anybody before or since that sang like that. The first time I saw David actually perform was an experience I will never forget. He was fantastic. David Ruffin made a Good group a Legendary group. ;D ;D
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Post by Queenie on Jun 18, 2004 17:00:05 GMT -5
Mrs. Molly and Der68 every time I think I know DER y'all come back more exciting stories. AWESOME!!!! Thank you for sharing your life and memories about DER.
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Post by Eddiesluv on Jun 18, 2004 22:08:20 GMT -5
:DEddiesluv . There were many people back in the day that began to call them the "Imitations" once Ruffin left. I did remain a fan of the group for a while after Dennis joined. But I haven't followed the Temptations since Dennis. I remember the first time I saw Ruffin perform. OMG!! I had never seen that type of showmanship. His voice was ubelievable. I have never heard a voice like Ruffin's. I saw him perform many times during his career and I was always blown away by his talent. Taking nothing away from Dennis Edwards,but The Tempts were never the same group after Ruffin,Eddie and Paul left. IMO. EddiesLuv I have seen Ruffin rehearse as well. He rehearsed as if he was on stage. What a lucky woman you are. I wish I was older back then. By the way, was Eddie there at rehearsal? LOL
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Post by molly on Jun 18, 2004 22:56:51 GMT -5
What a lucky woman you are. I wish I was older back then. By the way, was Eddie there at rehearsal? LOL LOL! Yes Sweet sanging Eddie was at rehearsals. All of the C5 were at the rehearsals where I was present. They all practiced the routines and songs. But Ruffin would get so into it. His pratice run through was as if he had an audience. He was awesome!
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Post by molly on Jun 18, 2004 22:59:02 GMT -5
Mrs. Molly and Der68 every time I think I know DER y'all come back more exciting stories. AWESOME!!!! Thank you for sharing your life and memories about DER. Its a pleasure QNew!
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Post by reggie on Jun 19, 2004 1:25:34 GMT -5
Ruff was one of the most dynamic entertainers that ever lived. He was awesome. Nobody could work a crowd like Ruff. He had a voice kissed by God. I don't know when if ever we will see a talent like his again.
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Post by Queenie on Jun 19, 2004 20:15:44 GMT -5
Ruff was one of the most dynamic entertainers that ever lived. He was awesome. Nobody could work a crowd like Ruff. He had a voice kissed by God. I don't know when if ever we will see a talent like his again. Thanks Reggie,,, for sharing your stories I really enjoy reading about the REAL DER...
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Post by Davidfan on Jun 20, 2004 17:11:26 GMT -5
but damn he made his mark. A mark? David made a crater! ... He went past mark ... even people who don't know who he is .... Know who he is ... lol ... Just say MY GIRL ... And it's all good ... They all of a sudden Love david ruffin ;D
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