Dateline March 18: Forever 5th Dimension is wishing a very happy 92nd birthday to the “man with the golden ears,” Grammy winning producer, Mr. Bones Howe. Do you know 3 of Bones’ favorite cuts by The Original 5th Dimension? They are “Summer’s Daughter” and “Black Patch”…not to mention “Never My Love.” Bones, I appreciate your mentorship over the years!
–Robert-Allan Arno
Our stars discuss the magic of Bones:
LaMonte exclaims, “I always encouraged Bones about his productions for The 5th Dimension, telling him: ‘Keep on doing what you’re doing, man!'” (Bones told FOREVER 5th DIMENSION, “Mac was the most supportive guy!”)
Florence notes, “Bones would find these tunes we’d never have considered, we were originally thinking more R & B, he’d bring us catchy Pop, the songs of Laura Nyro, and the music of Broadway, too.”
Marilyn shared, “I was off the road from touring due to minor surgery, and Bones invited me to the studio to hear what he did with The Independence Medley–‘The Declaration,” “A Change is Gonna Come,” and “People Gotta be Free” from the PORTRAIT album…it brought me to tears, I was astounded by the results!”
Billy rejoinders, “I always try to include my solo of ‘A Change’ in our live Marilyn & Billy shows.” Marilyn adds, “It’s a timeless message…and a highlight of our concerts.”
Forever 5th Dimension by Arno, featuring the Arno 5th Legacy Photo Collection, all rights reserved.
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