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THE 14TH ANNUAL CLASSIC R&B WEEKEND DEC 2020 @ KALAHARI RESORTS & CONVENTIONS !

by BELINDA July 12, 2020

written by BELINDA

THE 14TH ANNUAL CLASSIC R&B WEEKEND DEC 4TH-6TH 2020!

Welcome to the 14th Annual Classic R&B Weekend by “Voice Distributions” and “The Sessoms Group”. As a result of Covid-19, many activities and festivities had to be canceled due to the threat and seriousness of this deadly virus. 2020 has been a rollercoaster for most people and now we are starting to get back on track.

Therefore, if you want to make a lifetime of memories with loved ones and friends book your getaway now for The 14th Annual Classic R&B Weekend at the fabulous Kalahari Resorts & Convention Center.

If you are ready for amazing entertainment, a great experience, and one affordable weekend, don’t miss a weekend of a lifetime at Kalahari in the Poconos. Don’t be afraid to get your normal back, see you there.

Covid-19 may have canceled many wonderful activities and changed people’s lives forever, want to get your new normal back? If you love R&B music you will love The 14th Classic R&B Weekend at the Kalahari Resorts.

14th Annual Classic R&B Weekend Covid-19 Update

July 12, 2020 0 comment

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AN EXCLUSIVE BACKBEAT R&B INTERVIEW WITH THE LEGENDARY RUSSELL THOMPKINS JR.

by BELINDA March 22, 2018

written by BELINDA

For a veteran entertainer like R&B singer Russell Thompkins Jr., of the “New Stylistics”, the best advice he would give anyone who wants to go into the music business is to “educate yourself”. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with the Legendary singer who launched the original “Stylistics” to fame in the 1970s.

“The Stylistics” had many gold and platinum recordings such as “Stop, Look, Listen, to Your Heart”, “People Make The World Go Round”, “You Make Me Feel Brand New”, “You Are Everything”, “Hurry Up This Way Again” and of course one of my favorites “Betcha By Golly Wow” which I call the trademark/signature song of the Stylistics. The minute you hear this song, the first person that comes to mind is Russell Thompkins Jr. His Falsetto/Tenor vocals gave the”Stylistics” and the “New Stylistics” their claim to fame. “Russell had the opportunity to work with such greats as Thom Bell, Linda Creed, Burt Bacharach, Carol Bayer Sager, Van McCoy, Teddy Randazzo, Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, Dexter Wansel, Cynthia Biggs, Preston Glass, Maurice Starr, and Jeff Tyzik”. He progressed with those two groups because he worked with the best of the best and the music was so well written.

The Legendary singer set aside time from his hectic schedule to speak with me via telephone from his Philadelphia home.

Welcome to Back Beat R&B Mr. Thompkins and thank you for sharing your voice with the world!

Belinda Barnes

Listen to our interview below:

UP-COMING CONCERT

https://www.songkick.com/concerts/27837219-russell-thompkins-jr-and-the-new-stylistics-at-st-george-theatre

March 22, 2018 0 comment

LIFESTYLE

15 ROMANTIC R & B CLASSICS FOR THE OVER 50+ CROWD

by evan625 May 23, 2016

written by evan625

.The Spring and Summer brings out the best in relationships because the days are longer and couples are able to do more together in nice weather. Romance and Music get those endorphins flowing. Whether you are going to the Beach or taking a vacation, it’s great to have a playlist of Love songs you both can listen to and watch the sun rise or set . I know it sounds corny but sometimes good old R&B music brings out the best in any relationship.

MUSIC AND LOVE

It’s been said that music and romance have no bounds or limits . Most people have been taught, those in love, use music as a way to express their feelings for another person. Often, when Couples in love go out to dine, restaurants tend to cater to them by having romantic lighting and atmosphere as well as a live band play music softly in the background. I’m sure, somewhere in the pages of time, the connection between music and romance dates back to many centuries. But, whatever the connection is between romance and music, Backbeatrnb has put together a playlist of legendary classic songs by the greatest Artist of all time. You can also make a playlist for that special person in your life but I think you will love all of these. They are the best!

“Tonight I Celebrate My Love for You” –Peabo Bryson & Roberta Flack

” If You Think Your Lonely Now”-Bobby Womack

“Close the Door – “Teddy Pendergrass

” Baby I’m For Real “-The Originals

” Didn’t I Blow Your Mind This Time”-The Delfonics

Tonight Is The Night”-Betty Wright

” Any Love”-Luther Vandross

” Fire and Desire”-Rick James & Teena Marie

“Anticipation”-The Bar-Kays

“You are Everything”-The Stylistics

” I’m So Into You “-Peabo Bryson

“Love Ballad “-Jeffrey Osborne

“Give Your Baby a Standing Ovation “-The Dells

“SideShow”-Blue Magic

“Just To See Her”- Smokey Robinson

May 23, 2016 0 comment