Monthly Archives: May 2021

Remembering B.J. Thomas

Posted on May 31, 2021 | Leave a comment

From LaMonte McLemore‘s FB page…

We are saddened by the loss of the great B.J. Thomas who excelled in Pop, Country & Gospel–he always brought Soul to every note! It was an honor for me to solo with “Raindrops Keep Fallin’ on my Head” during The 5th Dimension’s “Rain Medley” in our live shows. Our condolences & prayers, LaMonte & Team

Marilyn McCoo recounted at the FOREVER 5th DIMENSION interview, “Marilyn & Billy’s Livingroom” and in a feature I conducted with Marilyn & Billy (Davis, Jr.) at Culture Sonar for their 50th wedding anniversary, that among her favorite duet partners while hosting TV’s memorable “Solid Gold” was B. J. Thomas. Marilyn & Billy also expressed that it was so good to be performing at the Jimmy Webb Carnegie Hall tribute a few years back, with cherished friends like B. J. ~~Robert-Allan Arno

2 of the Best: Here are Marilyn & B. J. duet-ing with 3 of Mr. Thomas’s greatest hits: “Raindrops,” “Hooked on a Feelin'” and “Somebody Done Somebody Wrong Song”:

(Forever 5th Dimension by Robert-Allan Arno, a production of The Soul of The Voice, Ltd. copyright 2008-21, all rights reserved)

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Memorial Day Weekend Listening Tip!

Posted on May 29, 2021 | Leave a comment

From LaMonte’s Facebook page:

On this Memorial Day Weekend, we remember the courageous men and women of the military who have bravely given their lives to keep our country safe. And we offer this “right on” listening tip. Our wonderful friends at Rewound Radio will be playing classic air-checks from the 60’s & 70’s all weekend long, taken from the all-time Number 1 music radio station of the time, WABC-AM. You’ll hear, in context, the many hits of The 5th Dimension–and your other fave chart-topping artists–and you’ll also experience some of our nifty retro-commercial jingles for Coca Cola & McDonalds. Listen & enjoy at this link: www.rewoundradio.com

~~We’re wishing you a peaceful, safe holiday weekend, fans & friends, LaMonte, Mieko with Robert-Allan ❤

(Forever 5th Dimension by Robert-Allan Arno, a production of The Soul of The Voice, Ltd., copyright 2008-21, intellectual property all rights reserved)

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#Throwback Fun…All the World Over!

Posted on May 27, 2021 | Leave a comment

From LaMonte’s Facebook Page:

#ThrowbackThursday We’re having some fun today, sharing rare import album/single sleeve artwork…”all the world over” The Original 5th Dimension resounded with “harmony & understanding!” 🙂 Enjoy everyone! ~~Robert-Allan for Team Mac ❤

(Forever 5th Dimension by Robert-Allan Arno, a production of The Soul of The Voice, Ltd, all rights reserved copyright 2008-21)

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Marilyn & Billy Return to the Stage!

Posted on May 21, 2021 | Leave a comment

Our west coast friends…or those who travel…mark July 10 on your calendars…it’s Marilyn McCoo & Billy Davis, Jr., Thelma Houston (including a tribute to Mary Wilson), Michael Feinstein and the Pasadena Symphony & Pops as part of the Sierra Summer Series…in “Road to Motown.” Forever 5th calls it “Road to Fantastic!“

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Florence & The 5th Dimension: A New Touring Schedule Coming Soon!

Posted on May 17, 2021 | Leave a comment

Exciting news! According to the Facebook pages of current members of The 5th Dimension, Patrice Morris and Sidney Jacobs, The 5th Dimension featuring Florence LaRue will be issuing their updated, post-pandemic touring schedule very soon…and FOREVER 5th DIMENSION will keep you updated, as always. My dear friend, the indomitable sweetheart of the Rock n’ Soul era, Florence LaRue always keeps it ultra-fresh yet historical, presenting a “Champagne Soul” cavalcade of greatest hits and surprises to delighted sold-out concert crowds who can never get enough of the magic of “The 5th.” Stay tuned, fans & friends for more uplifting news! ~~Robert-Allan Arno

JUST IN!

The Ridgefield Playhouse, Connecticut, Aug. 6, 2021…details at this link:

The 5th Dimension | The Ridgefield Playhouse

Plus West Coast Dates: 8/28/21– Yoshi’s in Oakland; 8/29/21– Coach House in San Juan Capistrano!

More Dates Coming Soon!

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