"Nightflight" Tue May 10, 9P-12M ET:The Supremes-"Let Yourself Go"-The Final Sessions

[midnight johnny]

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Tonight, on "Nightflight" the world premiere airing of the new, highly anticipated UMG release The Supremes "Let yourself Go"- The '70's Albums, Vol 2: 1974-1977...the Final Sessions"! The title is not the only thing that is a mouthful. Tonight, live by phone, to celebrate this amazing release....the SUPREMES, as well as the compilation's producer, Andy Skurow.

I want to thank Andy, for his talent, tirelessness and plate-spinning ability in making tonight's show possible. I also want to thank Andy, executive producer Harry Weinger, associate producer George Solomon and engineer Kevin Reeves for making the compilation possible..and as great as it is. Finally, I want to thank Mary Wilson, Cindy Birdsong, Scherrie Payne and Susaye Greene for sharing their hearts and souls with their fans for so many years. Ladies...you are the BEST!

All this tonight and more...on "Nightflight"...on WOMR 92.1 FM Provincetown and WFMR 91.3 FM Orleans and streaming live on the internet at www.womr.org [[http://www.womr.org/)

One more thing....since the phone lines will be busy tonight with
Andy Skurow and the Supremes [[like that, Andy? ;)), please no phone calls.
Thanks so very much. Now, I'll go take some Valium...
John

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[theboyfromxtown]

John

If Andy doesn't behave, warn him he'll be sleeping on a park bench when he comes to London next!

[Motown Andy]

Oh John P., tonight is going to be SO MUCH FUN! The fans have no idea what their getting into, do they? OMG!
Now, John L., I promise to behave myself as much as I can, but as you know, I have such little self-control!
See you all on the radio!

[theboyfromxtown]

Exactly....that's why you had to be warned.

Have great time guys!

[midnight johnny]

The fans have no idea what their getting into, do they?


Andy....I don't think I have any idea what I'M getting into!:D

[JimBagley]

Looking forward to the show. Thanks for coming back Andy. Hope to see Tony, Joseph, and Steve online as we listen to these historic recordings together.

[midnight johnny]

Glad you're there, Jim!

[sophisticated_soul]

I'll be there. Who would miss Andy Skurow and the Supremes!? Thanks John, really looking forward to the show.:cool:

[midnight johnny]

Joey....thanks...and thanks for being there.....;)

[MotownSteve]

Hi John,
I'm a bit under the weather but hope to be there, at least for awhile.

[midnight johnny]

Steve....sorry you're not feeling well... glad you can be here for a bit....

[dba]

MJ: Wow Part two!!! Great as my copy doesn't ship from Amazon till next Tuesday. I will be listening and my i sound program can pick up just in case I have to turn in before the end of the show.

[midnight johnny]

dba.....terrific!!! See you there! ....errrr....HERE!

I won't be talking here much....but I'll keep an eye.......

[carlo]

I will be tuning in. Looking forward to the great show you have lined up for us!

[johnjeb]

I will stop playing my copy of The Final Sessions to listen to the show.

Just got my copy on Monday but only had time to read the text. Only halfway through Disc 1 right now.

[midnight johnny]

I will be tuning in. Looking forward to the great show you have lined up for us!

Great Carlo...thanks!

[midnight johnny]

I will stop playing my copy of The Final Sessions to listen to the show.

Just got my copy on Monday but only had time to read the text. Only halfway through Disc 1 right now.

Welcome back, John....

[bradsupremes]

Really looking forward to the show!! I know it's going to be good!

[midnight johnny]

Really looking forward to the show!! I know it's going to be good!

Thanks for coming, Brad!!!

[ms_m]

Good Evening Everyone!

MJ I have a question for the ladies, should I submit it now or wait?

[Ramone Verona]

Miss Ross and I are listening and hope to be surprised!

[lovechild]

Awesome! Looking forward to the show tonight JP! say hey to Andy

[midnight johnny]

In the studio....

[carlo]

Oh yay!!! Mary and Susaye!!! I bet you're on cloud nine MJ!!

[longtimefan]

Can you let us know why Cindy is not available via phone? Hopefully she is well. Does she choose not to participate in secular music? Thank you.

[ms_m]

Okee dokee, Joseph said I should post it, so here ya go.:)

Good evening Ladies, welcome to the show and thank you for your time.

When looking back over your amazingly successful careers, if you had the power to change one business decision or moment made by you or any of your peers and or colleagues, what would it be, how would you change it and why?

[carlo]

We need some kind of CD signing event for this release. I would be there in a heartbeat!!

[JimBagley]

Hi Andy! Thanks for coming.

[longtimefan]

That new intro on THIS IS WHY I BELIEVE IN YOU was heard for many years on a tape of The Supremes rehearsing that song! The rehearsal tape goes on and on with the girls practicing the background. Have others in SDF heard this rehearsal tape?

[sophisticated_soul]

Okee dokee, Joseph said I should post it, so here ya go.:)

Good evening Ladies, welcome to the show and thank you for your time.

When looking back over your amazingly successful careers, if you had the power to change one business decision or moment made by you or any of your peers and or colleagues, what would it be, how would you change it and why?

Glad you made it, M. Great question.:cool:

[carlo]

Yay!! Scherrie too!!

[ms_m]

Thanks....looking forward to this.

[sophisticated_soul]

My copy of the box set arrived today! How appropriate. It's beautiful, can't wait to hear it! Shows going great John!

[midnight johnny]

ngungngunggg nnnnnnggunnggg

[JimBagley]

Hi Mary! Welcome!

[theboyfromxtown]

I bet you're nervous John.....

You're doing fine.

[sophisticated_soul]

OMG! Mary Wilson!

[JimBagley]

I bet you're nervous John.....

You're doing fine.

John,What time is it where you are? As always, you are the Motown man.

[sophisticated_soul]

I bet you're nervous John.....

You're doing fine.

Glad you stayed up for this special, John.

[MotownSteve]

Loving the Mary Wilson interview.

[texassoul]

Hi John. Listening in on my IPhone. Fantastic show! Mike Wheeler - Houston

[longtimefan]

Mary Wilson is the most articulate spokesperson for Motown. She has honed her skills as a speaker -- not just a vocalist. Mary could 'carry her own" on any television show, radio performance, or written material. She is the epitome of a professional entertainer. Just look at her staying power; her website outlines many of her activities, too.

If you ever have the opportunity to meet her, you will discover that she is down-to-earth and authentic. God bless her!

[Penny]

Great interviewer and superb interviewee! John and Mary!

[theboyfromxtown]

It's 2:51 in the morning for me, I got matchsticks keeping my eyes open

[theboyfromxtown]

England are listening Mary

[theboyfromxtown]

John

What about the new album from Mary

[longtimefan]

http://www.courier-journal.com/videonetwork/935430966001

Mary at the Kentucky Derby!

[theboyfromxtown]

We have the single release!

Did she say a month for the release of the album?

[Penny]

That's good news about Mary's new CD!

[theboyfromxtown]

Rolling stones!! WOW

[sophisticated_soul]

Thank you, Mary Wilson. Thank you very much!:cool:

[sophisticated_soul]

Great job, John!

[Penny]

Both are class acts our John and Mary Wilson!!

[MotownSteve]

Great interview!

[theboyfromxtown]

I think you should add us Brits in your announcements ...and it's 3:09 in the Uk

Ooh wow....memories of Drury Lane singing it outside the theatre Love I never Knew You Coudl Feel So Good...whoaaa

[smark21]

Good interview, and like that you closed out Mary's segment by playing You Turn Me Around.

[theboyfromxtown]

That was a good interview John. I bet you were nervous, cos I know I was!

[JimBagley]

Hi Miss Susaye!

[dba]

The Mary interview was amazing, but confused about her talking about Jean and Florence leaving and that Cindy isn't even mentioned as even joining???

[theboyfromxtown]

Hi Susaye from London..

[RossHolloway]

Just tuned in and can't believe I missed Mary!

[Ramone Verona]

Susaye is always so much fun to interview!

[Penny]

You and Susaye rub it all you want. It is a beautiful compilation.

[ms_m]

OMG I love her.....hahahaha
She's so cute!!!!

[theboyfromxtown]

Lucky you Susaye...

I dont have a copy at all.......sob sob

[JimBagley]

Lucky you Susaye...

I dont have a copy at all.......sob sob

You can't have everything.

[theboyfromxtown]

You can't have everything.

Awwww.....but I want it Jim!

[theboyfromxtown]

Fred Bronson...former Billboard Chartbeat editor

[carlo]

We need a commercial break, because I gotta go to the bathroom!! lol. This is too good. Loving all of this.

[theboyfromxtown]

Carlo

Use a bottle!

[carlo]

LOL! Good idea.

[theboyfromxtown]

Andy

Us Brits have to wait another month

[JimBagley]

Andy

Us Brits have to wait another month

Good things come to good people who wait...

[carlo]

This alternate of "Love I Never Knew" is a dream come true!!

[theboyfromxtown]

I'm bad Jim

LOL

[midnight johnny]

Sorry I've been not too much here....great to have you ALL there....glad you're enjoying it. I'm enjoying it myself!!!!!

[theboyfromxtown]

Wow..this is well different.

[theboyfromxtown]

John

You can only do one thing at a time unless you're ambidextrous but let's not go there

[ms_m]

Ms. Greene is a very classy lady!!

[carlo]

Every time I hear you guys say, "We have a special announcement...", I almost have a heart attack. lol.

[Penny]

Ms. Greene is a classy lady and Andy is a classy guy!

[sophisticated_soul]

A pair of Supremes earrings would be a wonderful prize!

[JimBagley]

A pair of Supremes earrings would be a wonderful prize!

You'd look awesome in them.

[ms_m]

I have to go now but great job MJ. I really enjoyed the show and you did a fantastic job.

Good Night everyone!

[sophisticated_soul]

Thank you, Susaye!:)

[carlo]

A pair of Supremes earrings would be a wonderful prize!

Back off!! They're MINE, Sophie!! :D :D :D :D :D :p

[sophisticated_soul]

I have to go now but great job MJ. I really enjoyed the show and you did a fantastic job.

Good Night everyone!

Night M. Talk with you later.:cool:

[sophisticated_soul]

Back off!! They're MINE, Sophie!! :D :D :D :D :D :p

Back off indeed! LOL!!! I'll leave them to you in my will baby boy!:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::p

[theboyfromxtown]

John

All 3 Supremes......WOW!

[theboyfromxtown]

John

Can you ask Scherrie about her next cd release.

[Ramone Verona]

Was a reason given that Miss Birdsong could not be on?

If you can, can you ask Andy if "MORE HITS" will be out in 2011?

[pj1]

Back off indeed! LOL!!! I'll leave them to you in my will baby boy!:cool::cool::cool::cool::cool::p

Fight all you want over the earrings. I'll take the copy of the boxed set personally autographed by Mary, Cindy, Scherrie, and Susaye.

[JimBagley]

Welcome Scherrie.

[carlo]

Fight all you want over the earrings. I'll take the copy of the boxed set personally autographed by Mary, Cindy, Scherrie, and Susaye.

Did they say that they're giving one away?? I totally missed that. I think it's because I'm on another planet tonight.

[pj1]

Did they say that they're giving one away?? I totally missed that. I think it's because I'm on another planet tonight.

No, they did not! But one can dream, can't one?

[carlo]

Yes, one can.

[sophisticated_soul]

No, they did not! But one can dream, can't one?

It's an excellent idea though.:cool:

[MotownSteve]

Time to pack it in. Great Show John.

[Ramone Verona]

How about the male voice on "Mr. Boogie"?????

[Ramone Verona]

Thanks for staying up, Boyfromxtown!!
This set NEEDS to sell LOTS so we can do it all over again in expanded editions!

[Penny]

Scherrie is so sweet. I have loved her voice for so many years.

[longtimefan]

Scherrie is a true professional: She brings a rare dignity to show business. Additionally, her voice and styling have no equal.

p.s. "I Can Never Recover" sounds like an Invictus track! Think about it......

[sophisticated_soul]

"I Can Never Recover" is an excellent song! Scherrie sounds GREAT!

[lovechild]

Johnny congrats on a wonderful show tonight! Andy-Mary-Susaye and Scherrie and you kept your cool interviewing all of these major stars! wooo hooo and then you get to do again next week! Thank you so much for an enjoyable evening :)

[Ramone Verona]

Yes it DOES sound like Invictus! Good Ear!

[sophisticated_soul]

Thank you Scherrie. You are amazing!:)

[carlo]

Thank you!! A truly SUPREME show!! Wonderful!

[Penny]

Thank you Johnny! Great show and I did buy it. It's a great compilation of great music made by great lady's!

[sophisticated_soul]

What a night! I'm exhausted. I may never recover! Thank you, John and Andy. Thank you ladies. Thanks everyone. Supremes Forever!:cool:

[rod_rick]

Great show tonight Mary, Susaye, Scherrie and Andy were awsome. Thanks so much Mj. I only wish that Cindy could ahve been part of tonights show. Mj your heart is really softening towards Mary and I like that. Thanks a gain for a fantastic show.

[Motown Andy]

Thank you everyone! We had a great time! Sorry I wasn't on with Mary, it was the way we did the call in, but we rectified it for Susaye and then Scherrie. What fun that was, three amazing women. Thank you everyone. I still can't believe we made it happen! Outstanding!

[marybrewster]

It was simply 'supreme' to hear from these three wonderful ladies. What a treat to hear Andy as well.

What I am confused about: is the Midnight Johnny that interviewed Mary Wilson this evening the same midnightjohnny that posts here on SDF?

[midnight johnny]

I want to thank all my friends here for taking the time to share in this wonderful experience. Your support for Mary, Susaye and Scherrie and the new release...for Andy, Harry, George and Kevin...and for "Nightflight" is so appreciated....you'll never know. I also want to thank Mary, Susaye and Scherrie for their time and generosity...they are gracious, loving ladies.
Andy....thank you for all you did [[and do) to help this very special show EXTRA special.
John

[redlabs]

john, sorry i missed the show. will u b repeating this show in the future???? thanks davidh from baltimore

[chestersong]

truly another "supreme event" in the history of these girls! who would have thought we'd get to hear them, MSS, together again on the same night?! thanks to all who made this possible. this was just as cool as the anthology signing/release party in Los Angeles. the new supremes blog sounds interesting as well as next week with George Solomon. isn't it a weird feeling that both Mary and Scherrie are just getting around to listen to the new set, and here Susaye and us fans about died in the process ;)
but i know that Scherrie and Mary have said in the past that they rarely listen to themselves from the old days.

[theboyfromxtown]

I didn't post this last night

There were 4 tracks from Freda. There is a thread on SDF which tells you what they are.

[theboyfromxtown]

marybrewster. It is the same Midnight Johnny

I'm ever so pleased cos I recorded it. I think I missed the first 10 minutes before Mary came on line. The file is an audio file and the size is 42,221 Kb. I am happy to send it to anyone. However, I am told it might not go through email.

[theboyfromxtown]

John

Thank you for the info on Invictus. Mind blowing info.

Rock Wilson, Eric ?, Joyce and Pam Vincent and Telma Hopkins..wow

[midnight johnny]

john, sorry i missed the show. will u b repeating this show in the future???? thanks davidh from baltimore
David....so sorry you missed the show....I'm sure I will replay the show in the future.

[midnight johnny]

John

Thank you for the info on Invictus. Mind blowing info.

Rock Wilson, Eric ?, Joyce and Pam Vincent and Telma Hopkins..wow

John...my brain fog is beginning to clear. So glad you got most of the show recorded. Re: Invictus....you KNOW how much I love that music. I could have talked a whole show about Invictus with Scherrie. The back up vocals? Yeah...I have wanted to know that for so long...those background vocals are the best! If you listen, you can truly hear Telma and the Vincent sisters...so I wasn't really surprised about that. And Jerry Plunk of Flaming Ember DID verify it, too. But I always wondered about the guys. Rock Wilson, Joyce Vincent's [[former?) husband and someone named Eric. And Scherrie DID say that she and about 10 other vocalists were called on to do backup on Freda's "Band of Gold"...now THAT was a cheeky surprise! Cheers, John!
John

[Ramone Verona]

Strange the much desired Freda tracks have not appeared on the previous 4 Cellarful collections.

[theboyfromxtown]

Ramone

If you can get to hear MJ's show, Scherrie mentioned that her mum and Mr Gordy did not come to an agreement with the terms of a contract. Her mother's consent was required as Freda was only some 13 or 14 years old. So there isn't a contract allowing Motown to release them.

That doesn't mean it's not possible to release them in the future but it would mean a few people getting together to sort out a few "technicalities"!

[sophisticated_soul]

Wow, what a show! I'm still recovering. Talk about High Energy! John, you and Andy pulled off what could have been a logistical nightmare and did it with style and class. Again, thank you both very much. I know a lot of hard work went into planning this historic event! And again, thank you, to the ladies for giving of their time and giving the fans such a very special, special treat. It was a wonderful program.:cool:

[Ramone Verona]

I'll say a "logistical nightmare".
With all three of these women still working in entertainment, to find them all available to call in for a night radio show is just something!
And what about Andy saying he'd love to do a "lost & found" on the 70s?!
He indicated there was plenty of material.
I'm not interested in winning any earrings, but how about a lifetime of free future Motown releases!

[luke]

No response to Cindy questions. Hope shes ok.

[Motown Andy]

Thank you again everyone for listening in. There will be more next week, I'm looking forward to that one as well!

Luke, Cindy was unavailable last night. We were able to get it together with a very short window. Mary was asked to do it 24 hours before the show, and Scherrie and I were on the phone just 5 minutes before air, otherwise it only would have been John, myself and Susaye. I hope to have Cindy on Part 2 or even another time.

And yes, it could have been a logistical nightmare, but it miraculously worked! I think it's because it was so spontaneous!

Thanks again everyone!

[smark21]

The segments with Mary and Susaye were fun and intersting, but did anyone else think Scherrie seemed to get a bit sad or regretful, particularily when she was talking about how she feels she hasn't been using her gifts and talents in recent years and not being able to give back, as well as letting her piano playing and music writing fall by the wayside?

[rod_rick]

The segments with Mary and Susaye were fun and intersting, but did anyone else think Scherrie seemed to get a bit sad or regretful, particularily when she was talking about how she feels she hasn't been using her gifts and talents in recent years and not being able to give back, as well as letting her piano playing and music writing fall by the wayside?

Yes I felt the same vibe from Scherrie. For some reason I think if she had to do all over she would be solo doing her own thing or like what she's doing with Tour DeForce

[midnight johnny]

Wow, what a show! I'm still recovering. Talk about High Energy! John, you and Andy pulled off what could have been a logistical nightmare and did it with style and class. Again, thank you both very much. I know a lot of hard work went into planning this historic event! And again, thank you, to the ladies for giving of their time and giving the fans such a very special, special treat. It was a wonderful program.:cool:

Joseph...thank you so much. Recovering is right...it may take days. Thanks for being there....

[midnight johnny]

Great show tonight Mary, Susaye, Scherrie and Andy were awsome. Thanks so much Mj. I only wish that Cindy could ahve been part of tonights show. Mj your heart is really softening towards Mary and I like that. Thanks a gain for a fantastic show.

rod...you said exactly what has happened about my heart softening towards Mary. All the things that I have not been happy about that Mary did [[which I had made no bones about previously)...well...it seems that doing a lot of thinking about it...and talking with some wise folks...it has allowed me to see all that mess in a bit of a different way...I can see those things with a different perspective. I was able to gain that perspective before I spoke with Mary on Tuesday. And then speaking with her...which is something I will always cherish....well, suffice to say....I have been softened. And they say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks...
not so true. Thanks, rod, for being part of this....and for your comments and support...
John

[johnjeb]

John...I very much enjoyed your interview with Mary Wilson, in particular...the whole show was simply "Supreme"...thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable evening...john

[midnight johnny]

John...I very much enjoyed your interview with Mary Wilson, in particular...the whole show was simply "Supreme"...thanks for a thoroughly enjoyable evening...john

John....thanks so much...glad you enjoyed it and got to listen. Credit goes to a cast of hundreds...folks here....folks at Universal....and a large number of Supremes....I'm most happy....but then I haven't listened to what happened during the show yet....

[chestersong]

this was the first interview i've heard or read of Mary's where she sounded as definite that a reunion with Diana and Cindy would not take place. i agreed with her that a lesser reunion of the seventies would not be preferable. the press would only dog her and point out that it was not with Diana Ross. with the exception of Susaye, the girls are looking a bit tired these days.

[marybrewster]

rod...you said exactly what has happened about my heart softening towards Mary. All the things that I have not been happy about that Mary did [[which I had made no bones about previously)...well...it seems that doing a lot of thinking about it...and talking with some wise folks...it has allowed me to see all that mess in a bit of a different way...I can see those things with a different perspective. I was able to gain that perspective before I spoke with Mary on Tuesday. And then speaking with her...which is something I will always cherish....well, suffice to say....I have been softened. And they say that you can't teach an old dog new tricks...
not so true. Thanks, rod, for being part of this....and for your comments and support...
John

MJ-

Bravo. I will say after reading this post, I have a hell of a lot more respect for you. Not that you need my respect, but you probably saw my post above questioning if the same midnightjohnny that posts here was the same midnightjohnny that interviewed Mary. To me, they were two completely different people.

Not that you've asked for it, but a quick story: a while back, I had a lot of disdain for one Miss Lynda. And then I don't know exactly what happened, but I came to the conclusion of who the hell am I to judge anyone? It's one thing to be candid or critical, but I certainly wasn't "there", so what good were my snarky comments and low blows doing? Especially when, like you, I have the medium to spread love and joy. In my "real life" I promote harmony and goodwill; I think it's just easy sometimes to hide behind a computer screen and become someone that you really aren't, or shouldn't be. It certainly didn't help my "light" shine any brighter, and I'm sure it didn't help Miss Lynda's that some overweight, sassy drag queen was being rude.

Anyway, I don't want to get too "preachy", but I will say I enjoyed your interviews with these 4 legendary ladies [[Andy being the 4th *smile*) and send you praise.

My best to you, MJ.

[midnight johnny]

MJ-

Bravo. I will say after reading this post, I have a hell of a lot more respect for you. Not that you need my respect, but you probably saw my post above questioning if the same midnightjohnny that posts here was the same midnightjohnny that interviewed Mary. To me, they were two completely different people.

Not that you've asked for it, but a quick story: a while back, I had a lot of disdain for one Miss Lynda. And then I don't know exactly what happened, but I came to the conclusion of who the hell am I to judge anyone? It's one thing to be candid or critical, but I certainly wasn't "there", so what good were my snarky comments and low blows doing? Especially when, like you, I have the medium to spread love and joy. In my "real life" I promote harmony and goodwill; I think it's just easy sometimes to hide behind a computer screen and become someone that you really aren't, or shouldn't be. It certainly didn't help my "light" shine any brighter, and I'm sure it didn't help Miss Lynda's that some overweight, sassy drag queen was being rude.

Anyway, I don't want to get too "preachy", but I will say I enjoyed your interviews with these 4 legendary ladies [[Andy being the 4th *smile*) and send you praise.

My best to you, MJ.

mary brewster...I know previously, we hadn't always seen eye to eye, but I am very touched and appreciative of what you have said. No....midnight johnny and I are sort of the same person. On the air...I can't always explain [[and probably that's a very good idea) some of the things I say. And here, I have more of an opportunity to say much more [[and THAT may NOT be a good idea *smile). I appreciated your quick story....it allowed me to know you a bit better, and it showed me how much more alike we are than not.
I'm glad you liked the interviews....thank you, mary brewster...very much...
My best to you, too...
John

[skooldem1]

I'm not sure why people think MJ would have been anything but professional with Mary?

[rod_rick]

I'm not sure why people think MJ would have been anything but professional with Mary?

The interview was more than just professional imo. Mj showed a side of him that is feelings about and towards Mary has changed. Bravo again MJ, great job by all. I get the feeling that Mary, Cindy, Scherrie and Susaye just might get together and do something:)

[midnight johnny]

I'm not sure why people think MJ would have been anything but professional with Mary?

Skool...that's very nice of you to say. Thanks! As far as professional...I am not [[wish I WAS getting paid for this gig). I am a volunteer [[doesn't that let me off the hook so nicely *wink)...have been for almost 13 years at WOMR, a non-commercial small radio station out of Provincetown on Cape Cod. And underneath this midnight johnny [[which I rarely use on the air)....right under...lies big, excited Motown fan John Perrone, who is in constant disbelief...that I not only get to play my favorite music [[Motown, Invictus and Philly at the TOP of my list)...but have had the opportunity to meet and chat with some of my favorite artists and folks whole music knowledge and experience I respect so much. I am constantly grateful and feel that I must have done something right... Whenever I do an interview...I try to do it the way I think any of us would...respectfully, thoughtfully, lovingly and with some humor....I love hearing these folks I interview laugh....and they are so funny themselves. And I try to address those more complicated questions [[...there is so much we still would like to know...) with ease and respect...how I hope I would be treated in the same position. So...professional? Not quite...but I appreciate, Skool, that you feel I do a professional job. Thanks so much...again....
John

[midnight johnny]

The interview was more than just professional imo. Mj showed a side of him that is feelings about and towards Mary has changed. Bravo again MJ, great job by all. I get the feeling that Mary, Cindy, Scherrie and Susaye just might get together and do something:)


Rod...thank you so much. One thing about my feelings towards Mary. I have always loved her...and that really never stopped, even though I was dissappointed and conflicted about some things that had been done. I don't think I could have softened my heart toward her had there not been a soft spot lying in there.
Thank you for the bravo....bravo to you, Rod!

[luke]

What exactly did Mary say about a reunion?

[Roberta75]

What exactly did Mary say about a reunion?

Mary basically said there will not be a Supremes reunion as Diana doesn't want to do one.

It seems Mary has moved on. I pray her more fanatical fans can do the same.

I will simply enjoy their fabulous music and pray that all surviving Supremes live out their golden years in great health and much peace and happiness.

Roberta

[detmotownguy]

It would be so nice the see the Final Four as I call them, perform together. I would think that some fancy footwork would have to be done to market something like this. The talent certainly is there!

[sophisticated_soul]

I will simply enjoy their fabulous music and pray that all surviving Supremes live out their golden years in great health and much peace and happiness.

Very well put Roberta. Thanks.:)

[redlabs]

i think having Mary, Cindy,Scherrie and Susaye come together for a single show would be cool. they could all perform solo numbers as well as the Supremes songs they recorded while in the group from that era.maybe,but it sounds good to me.

[Penny]

Roberta you said it quite nicely and your lovely words mirror my thoughts. Thank you for putting it out there.:D

[des123]

john, sorry i missed the show. will u b repeating this show in the future???? thanks davidh from baltimore


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It is 250 mb's

Hopefully MidnightJohnny has no problems with this - if so, let me know and I will delete it

[Roberta75]

Thank you for your kind words Penny and sophisticated_soul. I just don't understand the hostility towards individual members of the Supremes when collectively we love their music. So many people seem to hold decades old grudges against ladies that were in the Supremes that they don't really know and may never have met. Life is too good and too short to wallow in negativity.

May God bless you both.

Roberta

[luke]

It's not just Marys fans who have wanted reunon - many people have. Why the touch of negativity?Not necessary. If the greatest girl group ever sang together it would be wonderful. It may well not happen and most fans I know are ok with that.

[Roberta75]

It's not just Marys fans who have wanted reunon - many people have. Why the touch of negativity?Not necessary. If the greatest girl group ever sang together it would be wonderful. It may well not happen and most fans I know are ok with that.

It would be wonderful but it isn't going to happen. Diana has repeatedly stated no to a Supremes reunion and Mary said the other night that it won't happen without Diana or words to that effect. You are mistaking negativity for honesty.

[chestersong]

what kinds of questions about this set remain for George to answer? i hope he can talk some about the upcoming "More Hits By The Supremes". i wanted an alternate to "Early Morning Love" that has been bootlegging for many years. Mary makes a mistake or two in it and that is why it was probably on Andy's "unflattering to the supremes" list. still, in this day of editing, can't about anything "be fixed"?

[Ramone Verona]

Russ Terrana could phone in and talk about why his mixes were 86'd.

[theboyfromxtown]

Why phone? Russ can come on here! After all, this is his brother's site!

What does "his mixes were 86'd" mean? This was some 10 years earlier.

[Ramone Verona]

From the "Urban Dictionary":

"
To get rid of, originally for killing someone. The phrase "80 miles out and 6 feet under" was reserved for someone who had to dig their own grave 80 miles from civilization and then get shot execution-style. All terms for 86'd originated from this, be it alcohol or eliminating.
It's supposed that Jimmy Hoffa was 86'd under the end-zone of Giants Stadium.
Restaurant industry jargon for an item that has been removed, temporarily from the menu and is no longer available to be sold or served. Usually for the reason that the supply of said item has run out.
The deal with the preschool fell through, so the fillet of child sandwich is 86'd."

If Russ phones in on NIGHTFLIGHT then you'd have to once again stay up all night to listen! :)

[chestersong]

i sure hope Cindy Birdsong can join us this time. She endured so many changes. does anyone know if she had to perform any of the songs from "Mary, Scherrie and Susaye" when she re-joined Mary with Debbie Sharpe to fulfill set dates after Mary left the group? that would just be too weird! Cindy performing "live" Sweet Dream Machine"? ;)

[Ramone Verona]

Well, Cindy had to learn "All I Want" and "Love Train" from the JML recordings so nothing would surprise me.
Oh, and all those songs Florence was on!

[theboyfromxtown]

From the "Urban Dictionary":

To get rid of, originally for killing someone. The phrase "80 miles out and 6 feet under" was reserved for someone who had to dig their own grave 80 miles from civilization and then get shot execution-style. All terms for 86'd originated from this, be it alcohol or eliminating.
It's supposed that Jimmy Hoffa was 86'd under the end-zone of Giants Stadium.
Restaurant industry jargon for an item that has been removed, temporarily from the menu and is no longer available to be sold or served. Usually for the reason that the supply of said item has run out.
The deal with the preschool fell through, so the fillet of child sandwich is 86'd."



Wow....thank you for that explanation because I hadn't heard that expression at all. I'll have to start using that one, I like it. Can you 86'd your collection of Velvelettes "Green River" by giving them to me please! *smile*

I can't stay up on Tuesday cos I'm off to France! *sighs with relief* So how about this idea. Should we ask Ralph [[really nicely and in a begging and pleading way) if he might be able to hold another double act videos with Russ to talk about it.

RALPH....Can you hear me? Would Russ be kind enough to talk to us about his involvement in the career of the Supremes. Folks know that you guys were both around at Motown. Older [[and not necessarily OLD!!) posters will know that Russ worked with Brian Holland on the morse code in Reflections in the Diana Ross era, with Frank Wilson on the phasing on Nathan Jones in the Jean Terrell era and back again with Brian Holland for the finale

[pj1]

[QUOTE=Ramone Verona;48748]From the "Urban Dictionary":

"
Restaurant industry jargon for an item that has been removed, temporarily from the menu and is no longer available to be sold or served. Usually for the reason that the supply of said item has run out.
The deal with the preschool fell through, so the fillet of child sandwich is 86'd."

Perhaps you mean filet of chicken sandwich?

[Ramone Verona]

Pj1,
I thought that was weird, too.
Like the quote came from the play "Sweeney Todd".
After I transferred the definition, then I had to clean up all sorts of spelling errors.
I gave up on that last "definition/word in a sentence".
Should have 86'd it.

[theboyfromxtown]

Don't chicken have youngsters these days then?

[Ramone Verona]

Not if the egg came first.