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Wow, only just finished an hour ago refreshing myself with all his work with The Delfonics/ Delphonics, Stylistics, Spinners, New York City etc etc. I was reading all about Bobby Eli on the archived SDF and it took me to Thom. He seems to have been not only a hugely talented musician / arranger / composer/ producer and innovative talent but also a thoroughly nice individual. RIP
Such sad news so close to Christmas. Another key component of the Philly Soul sound has left us. I’m sure Linda Creed is ecstatic to have her “Old Friend” with her in paradise.
He and Gene Page are my favorite arrangers. You will be missed, RIP.
Awful News! As we know, Thom Bell was one of the Three Pillars of the Great Philly Soul Sound during the '70s and he'll always be one of my favorite Producers of the Soul Era. Rest In Music, Power & Peace Thom.
RIP Mr. Thom Bell.
I woke up with this song in my head...
https://youtu.be/-zd8fWiAPZg
So sad that we've lost another one of the finest architects of the sonic structure of our lives. Rest in melody; well done.
Sad news, such a talented man. Soon after the sad news of Joe Tarsia's passing.
May you both rest in peace.
Rest in Peace Thom. You were a mentor and a friend. Thank you.
Unbelievably sad news. :[[ One of my all-time favorite producers and writers. Thank you for being such a great part of my life’s soundtrack. :)
How sad. I couldn't imagine music without the contribution of this giant of a talent.
can't be overstated, a giant in the industry.
thank you Thom Bell
RIP
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aWpzT43URnM
Russell, heard the news today and played the first two Stylistic albums with him for the umpteenth time. These songs are a part of me
Man! Thom along with Bobby Martin are two of the names I learned by reading the record labels and the back of albums as a teen. Their arrangements for the Delfonics, The Intruders, Archie Bell & The Drells and the Stylistics amongst others, to this day still amazes me. Sorry to hear he's gone. I would like to see his obit if someone gets a hold of one. I hope Kenny gets that documentary and hopefully a book out about TSOP. Anyone know if his wife and brother are still living?
Very good tribute here:
https://theseconddisc.com/2022/12/23...ell-1943-2022/
Rest In Peace Thank You for the Music.
Rest in Peace, Thom, those string arrangements inspired me, and always will, thanks!
Indeed a great tribute. I like the tributes that provide information that you didn't know.Quote:
Originally Posted by jack020
RIP Thom. Big fan of your work.
Thom Bell, songwriting partner Linda Creed, and Rod Bristow, editor of Soul Sounds magazine in 1973. Attachment 20413
I recently discovered one of Thom's later productions, James Ingram's "I Don't Have The Heart", from 1990...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U106bnsMvWo
brilliant :cool:
This was a no.1 hit in the USA Tom. It is indeed a wonderful song beautifully produced and performed by all concerned.Quote:
Originally Posted by TomatoTom123
Hi!
Thom Bell [[in 2003): "I had a talk the other day of putting James Ingram and Patti LaBelle together, but you have to find a company that's as enthusiastic as you. I also got a call about working with the Isley Brothers, and also Boyz II Men."
In that interview he also added that "I told my wife one day that I want to write a book, and the name is 'Things that I thought I saw, people I thought I knew.'"
Best regards
Heikki