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The New Florida Boys - 6/8/2008 12:07:59 PM
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BenHarris
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I had the pleasure a couple nights ago of hearing the New Florida Boys in concert. First off Charlie Waller is a great emcee. I have grown to love his dry humor in the years I have known him. He does a masterful job in that position. And even though he maybe more well known as promoter of the Grand Ole Gospel Reunion, or president of the SGMA, he does a good job holding down the lead position with the group. Buddy Burton sings the baritone and I would surmise, is likely responsible for the arranging duties. Buddy is a solid singer and musician and does his usual good job singing the position he is given. This was my first opportunity to hear their bass singer, Chip Cooper, although I have known his Dad, Miles for a number of years. Chip sang a couple of solos and did very well. Dustin Bearden is a young tenor I recommended for the position. Dustin has an unbelieveable range and I would have loved to have heard him featured a bit more, but as time goes on, I am sure the New Florida Boys will feature him even more. The amazing, and totally annoying young whippersnapper, Joshua Pope plays the piano as if he was a seasoned veteran. Now I say totally annoying, not because of Joshua, but because of me! It ain’t right for a 15 year old to be that talented. He is very accomplished, and his keen timing in moving the program right along is what you would expect from a man far older. He is the obvious behind the scenes quarterback. Keep a close watch on this young man, he is destined to become a star. The guys sang some old gems I had not heard in many a moon as they say. The Master Locksmith was my favorite of the evening, and it was very well arranged and performed. By the way, they used two microphones and no monitors that I could see. Part of the excitement of hearing those great quartets of the 50’s and 60’s was to see their interplay around those two big microphones. It brought a sense of togetherness within the group I think individual mics tends to sterilize a bit. Don’t get me wrong I would not trade the individual mics for two, but there are benefits of the two mic system we have lost. All in all....no this is not the original Florida Boys, but it is the New Florida Boys, and what was said about the original group from stage was both touching and funny at the same time. They sincerely pay tribute to the originals while at the same time, making their own mark. Joshua even pays tribute to Darrell Stewart right down to the infamous red socks, which I thought were perfect! As we were leaving I got an opportunity to talk with the guys a bit, and tried to play one upmanship with Charlie. With him it is stand your ground or perish, for he is hard to catch. I ran the old gag “You would have a great quartet if only you had a good lead singer”, thinking I had nailed him sufficiently to win this battle. He came back with “Yeah, I have heard the same thing about Southern Sound.” We both laughed and I knew I had been beat once more by DaMan. Charlie is quick and difficult to get one over on. But I will keep trying as it is this little game we play with each other, and come to think of it, I always seem to lose! All in all, I think they did a great job. Their sound is unique and far from a cookie cutter presentation. The last song of the evening was a huge surprise, but I will not give it away here, for it is a funny, if not in your face comment, on all these guys have endured since obtaining this very established name. But lets face it, whats in a name?
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/8/2008 5:58:25 PM
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Where was this concert????
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/8/2008 6:02:08 PM
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robertyork
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See they are gonna perform at the Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony in October.
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/8/2008 8:43:17 PM
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My wife and I finally got to meet and hear them this weekend at Murfreesboro on Friday night June 6 and again Saturday June 7 when we heard them twice at Rainsville Alabama. No, they are not the same as the ones who retired and are enjoying their worthy retirement, but these guys will help us remember the ones we listened to and followed for years. And, no matter what anyone thanks, these fellows are singing and using the name Florida Boys with the blessings of Les, Glen, and Darrel. And are helping to keep the older style southern gospel sound.
Charlie Waller is highly qualified to carry this group forward, and I really feel they wil be around for a long while. My wife and I told them we will support them as long as they don't slip off into a far out contemporary type singing. Yes, my wife and I are older. We like some of the newer stuff but our main delight is the older sound.
We encourage anyone and everyone to at least give them an open and honest hearing, You just may fall in love with them the way we did!
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/12/2008 9:41:15 PM
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frances67
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I have not had the chance to hear them yet. But, I appreciate hearing from those of you who have. Hopefully, I will get the chance to attend one of their concerts soon.
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/12/2008 10:13:06 PM
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Kerrlaw
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Looking forward to hearing them.
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/12/2008 10:29:39 PM
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goldcityquartetfan
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Are they doing a full time schedule? Im glad to see the name live on.
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/13/2008 12:37:31 AM
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Gayla
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Hidee,
I will be seeing the Florida Boys, Dove Brothers, and The Melody Boys Quartet in Benton, AR on Saturday. I can't wait! I already have the Florida Boys CD, and I enjoy it. I'm looking forward to seeing and hearing them again!
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/14/2008 10:16:51 AM
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Seaton
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I will have the opportunity to hear them on Saturday 08/02/08 in Denver NC. They are with the LeFevre Quartet and Mike & Kelly Bowling.
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/19/2008 5:49:27 PM
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robertyork
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Does the New Flordia Boys have a website? I'm be unable to find it.
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RE: The New Florida Boys - 6/19/2008 5:54:12 PM
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JimC
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quote:
ORIGINAL: robertyork
Does the New Flordia Boys have a website? I'm be unable to find it.
Bobby,
Here ya go
http://www.thefloridaboys.net/
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