Evelyn Thomas "HIGH ENERGY "

[discokicks]

I didn't notice any Evelyn Thomas releases from the start of the 90's and on. 'High Energy' has been re-mixed so many times I've lost count....perhaps it was a need to hear your voice on the dancefloor.

Were you still involved with music in the 90's or trying new endeavours?

[prays2ce]

Hello Remicks
to answer your question about being in the studio with Ian Levine, Ian was and still is the most excitng producer to work with, He's very down to earth letting you know when you sound great, or if you sound like a cow, he is my favorate producer. The first cover Album was created the way it was because the record company did'nt like the photo's that were submitted. Love Evelyn Thomas

Originally Posted by remicks

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WELCOME EVELYN THOMAS !!!!



Setting up a particular time might prove frustrating .....since many won't be available at that given time ......myself included ... .:sad:...

Maybe your Mom could also field some questions not presented right then.

For Evelyn Thomas : I know Ian Levine produced your first album as far back as 1978 ... so you must have had a long term friendship or at least a good long term working relationship with him to still be working together in the mid-80s. Can You comment about that and tell us more what it was like in the studio with him ???

THANK YOU !!!!
remicks

also the cover art for your first album .... how did that come about ???


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[prays2ce]

Hello Discodisk
I am aware of the release on the Exciters, I'm not aware of the Top of the pops, appearances that are available. At this present time I'm not in contact with Danny Leak or Ian Levine Or Barbra Pennington.
Yes i do remember the Ritz Casino it;s one of my favorate places to perform, who could forget that place? Thank you for your question hope to hear from everyone soon. Love Evelyn Thomas

Originally Posted by DISCODISK

WELCOME EVELYN THOMAS:razz:
a few questions from me
you sang background vocals on the exciters album - heaven is wherever you are

released in the u.k early 1976. other background singers included the ellington sisters [who had a great single on u.s r.c.a around that time]also in those sessions that will interest many here was on keyboards, vibes and percussion non other than patrick adams!
in 1977 herb rooney released an album on the exciters [self titled] in the u.s that contained 2 tracks from that first album reaching for the very best [name change from original reaching for the best] and suffering they are different mixes for the u.s, now whats odd about this theres no credits to anybody except himself, no ian levine no evelyn, i think this album is quite rare as ive only ever seen a couple of copies, my question is do you know about this release?

sorry about my bad photos.
question 2
are you aware that your and l.j's top of the pops appearances are available [though dubbed]
question3
are you still in contact with ian/danny leake/l.j and barbara?
question 4
do you remember those northern clubs ritz [manchester] wigan casino etc and what are your memories of them, i met you at the ritz,i was the handsome one
boy am i gonna be sick at work tonight knowing you are here

[prays2ce]

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Thanks
Evelyn

[Bernie]

Evelyn,
Could you tell us who is in this photo?

[prays2ce]

Hello Ernie
from your left to right, Can't remember his name but he was the owner of record shack records,out of sight out of mind.Next was me, then Ian Levine, Next is Earlene Bently, and if you look in the middle you can see Kim as she peeps her head up, no one knew she was there until the pictures were printed. NOT TOO MANY PEOPLE HAVE A COPY OF THIS PICTURE HOW DID YOU GET IT?
Evelyn Thomas

Originally Posted by Bernie

Evelyn,
Could you tell us who is in this photo?
http://www.discomusic.com/forums/att...g?d=1153270882

[glenngrivera]

Hello Evelyn,

My name is Glenn Rivera - I run a 70's site called SHADES OF SEVENTIES.

I am currently working with Rick Gianatos on some projects - have you worked with him?

Thank you.

Glenn

[prays2ce]

Hello Glenn
Yes i have worked with rick he is one of my best friends i love him dearly, good person to work with very loyal, lot's of fun, get's the job done, you got a good one there.
Evelyn Thomas

Originally Posted by ggr

Hello Evelyn,

My name is Glenn Rivera - I run a 70's site called SHADES OF SEVENTIES.

I am currently working with Rick Gianatos on some projects - have you worked with him?

Thank you.

Glenn

[glenngrivera]

May I tell him "hello" from you?

He just finshed a project with "The Supremes" (http://www.glennrivera.com/flos)

If you woudl like to contact him, please email me at ggr@cox.net

I was just listening to your fantastic remake of "Reflections" yesterday!!! Great cover, Evelyn. You take care and good luck!

Glenn :)

[prays2ce]

Hello Discokicks
Yes i was very much envolved in the music industry and still are.
In the 90's i was doing a lot of overseas appearances not a whole lot of recordings. Evelyn Thomas

Originally Posted by discokicks

I didn't notice any Evelyn Thomas releases from the start of the 90's and on. 'High Energy' has been re-mixed so many times I've lost count....perhaps it was a need to hear your voice on the dancefloor.

Were you still involved with music in the 90's or trying new endeavours?

[Bernie]

Evelyn,

Could you please give us a bit more info on how you began working with Ian Levine and why were you so popular first in the UK? Thanks.

[prays2ce]

Hello
I met Ian in chicago Ill, through a band member named Pumpkin who was auditioning for a recording contract with Ian Levine,Ian loved Pumpkins vioce but for som reason didn't hire Pumpkin. Pumpkin begged me to audition for Ian, so i asked Ian wouldn he listen to me and Ian turned me down. It wasn't untill Danny Leak convinced Ian to listen to me that i had the chance to sing for Mr Levine, after singing Neither One Of Us by Glayd's Knight Ian jumps up off the couch and offered me a recording contract, the reason why i became better known in th UK is because that's where i recorded my first hit Weak spot hitting the charts at # 5 i was asked to do Top Of The Pops TV show which triggered many other opportunities in the UK. Evelyn Thomas

Originally Posted by Bernie

Evelyn,

Could you please give us a bit more info on how you began working with Ian Levine and why were you so popular first in the UK? Thanks.

[prays2ce]

I hope you guys had a good time talking with Evelyn. I am sure she will be back. Thank you for making it. If you didn't make it just post your question and I will let her know and she will respond to it promptly.
In the near future you can begin to check on her new releases and appearances on
myspace.com/evelynthomas
God Bless
Hope you had a great time.
Kim Thomas

[mrkick20000]

Thank you for your time to answer to questions. Please let me tell you there are indeed a lot of your fans also here in Japan. :razz:

Cheers,
mrkick20000

[DISCODISK]

many thanks to EVELYN AND KIM and especially staying around for hours, lots of views on this topic in the last 24 hours so big interest in evelyn:razz:
heres the last of my photos on evelyns early work

weak spot release ad 1976


original u.k promo weak spot/dancin' is my weak spot 1976


doomsday release ad 1976


original u.k promo doomsday/the day after doomsday 1976


original u.k promo loves not just an illusion/the chicago hustle 1976