Throwback Thursday: The Sylvers vs The Jacksons

Again, I thank TVOne for their brilliant introspections on past R&B/Pop/soul music should be ICONS.  Their series 'Unsung' is one of the best of its kind on television. Each episode, I learn something about a past music legend that I never knew before.  These stories are stories that definitely need to be told.  Recently I saw a special centered around another musical family from the 70's--The Sylvers.  That's right, there was another chart topping FAMILY group that rivaled The Jackson's.

The Sylvers were a popular R&B/soul and disco family group during the 1970s. Originally from Memphis, Tennessee, the family would later relocate to Watts, California.
Prior to becoming "The Sylvers", the four eldest members (Olympia, Leon, Charmaine, and James) recorded as the Little Angels, appearing on variety shows such as Make Room For Daddy and You Bet Your Life, and opening for such acts as Johnny Mathis and Ray Charles.
The group which at one point totaled 9 members charted with major hits like 'Boogie Fever','Misdemeanor',
"Hot Line" (#5 on Billboard Hot 100) as well as “High School Dance” (#17 on Billboard Hot 100).
For more info on the Sylver's 'Unsung' log onto www.tvoneonline.com

'Boogie Fever'-The Sylvers


'Blame it on the boogie'- The Jacksons


'Misdemeanor'-The Sylvers feat. Foster Sylvers


'I wanna be where you are'-The Jackson 5

Michael Jackson tribute concert in the works, but not ALL The Jackson's are on board!

The King of Pop, Michael Jackson is finally getting a tribute concert!!  Katherine Jackson, La Toya, and brothers Tito, Marlon and Jackie have teamed up with producers Global Live Events for Michael Forever—The Tribute Concert at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, on Oct. 8.  All of the Jackson's are not on board for this event, however.  Jermaine and Randy are all for a tribute to their fallen brother, but the date is what they can't seem to see eye to eye on. They released a statement on Twitter saying they opposed the show because it will be held during the trial of Dr. Conrad Murrray, who is charged in their brother's death.


"While we wholeheartedly support the spirit of a tribute that honors our brother, we find it impossible to support an event that is due to take place during the criminal trial surrounding Michael's death,"


Katherine Jackson has stated that she will be present at the tribute on that day regardless.

"I have been approached by many people with a variety of ventures such as this. Global Live Events LLP is the first company to present me with a vision that will produce an authentic and memorable tribute that my son would love," Jackson's mother told the BBC.

There is no word as to who the performers will be or if sisters Janet & Rebbie will be involved with the tribute.