Wanda, if you're reading my comment, just to let you know, you were my very favorite female Motown singer of all time. A little crazy they say you might have been, we all have our faults, to some degree. So sorry you went thru a lot, but you're still a trooper. Bless your heart.
I agree Michael Desantis, those marveletts were something else , I actually love watching them more than the supremes,their Dance moves was classy sensual choreography was on point,Wanda had that champagne sparkling voice plus she was so pretty, Katherine,Gladys was beautiful too but Wanda was the prettiest,don't mess Witt Bill was one of my favorite,I believe they would've had more hits if Berry Gordon hadn't been focusing so much on Dianna and the supremes,Mary Wilson said that she was glad he had the hots 4 Dianna ,that's why they got all the hits they Marveletts were better performances than the supremes bar none
It’s such ashame. A great group - great songs - never got the credit or recognition they deserved. Those who are still living. Katherine, Juanita (?) stay blessed. Those who are deceased: Georgeanna, Gladys and Wanda - Rest in Peace.
These are real people with real issues just like you and me. Just a little more famous. And with that fame comes troubles. Money. Mostly squabbles over contracts, copyrights writing credits etc. Thanks for all the great music, especially all the motown and Detroit artists from the 1960s who were basically screwed by Gordy.... Made them all fight. I read somewhere that Barbara Lewis (not on motown, Atlantic I think), was paid only $400 for baby I'm yours..... Over royalties and name and song rights and writing credits.... Just ask Lamont D and Eddie and Brian Holland and the funk Brothers. There was millions to go around for all..... Pure greed
in the swinging time episode with marvelettes singing dont mess with bill , after the song they greet the supremes and Wanda gives Flo Ballard a high five "Hey girl" Flo shakes her head with a smile like she was saying to herself Wanda is the homegirl from the hood. Curious if some of wanda bad habits not showing for gigs alcohol abuse might have rubbed off on Flo.
Interesting, I read recently before the Supremes became a #1group at Motown but singing at gigs, that Gordy used Flo to sing as backup for the Marvalettes while on tour. Mary and Dianna were left back at Motown with nothing to do. So Wanda and Flo probably were close and Flo respected the other groups.
@@wallacewinter5907yes and both Gladys and Flo became super close/confidants, I’m sure that she expressed her feelings to Gladys of all the inside dirt within their group that Diana usually was the catalyst of. I think Diana had ill feelings towards Gladys due to Flo being friends with them and this may be one of the reasons that she tried to run over Gladys with her Mother’s car (imo)
They had the most soulful sound out of the girls groups back then, I believe they were good,but when you have a supestar in a group like the supremes, they would have always come in second to Diane Ross, she was the Michael Jackson of the group, although if smokey would have been writing songs for them, they would have difinetly gave them a run for their money,I grew up in that era and honestly in those early days them and Martha Reeves and the Vandellas was putting out the most soulful hits, they related more to black folk back then, but yes they were more popular than the Supremes in the black community.
sadly not true Please Mr Postman was their only number 1 hit in the US and in my opinion their worst song. Darling Forever should have reached top 20 but only made it to 78 Beechwood 45 did make it to 17 and dont mess with Bill to 7 . Its all about the number 1's Supremes had more so therefore they were household names although i didnt care much for their music
What was the name of the legislation Mary Wilson was talking about involving that a group can not call themselves by a certain name unless they have one original member??
I am glad , I am so sick and tired of these imposters,I saw those fake Marvelettes on some program,what a joke, Wanda, Gladys, Katherine was the bomb,good work j l Perry tv
you can't drummer this is my video and i recorded this on tv and it comes on every once and a while but i tryed to find this on youtube but i couldn't find it's on season 4 of unsung
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I've always had a soft spot and obsession for The Marvelettes
Wanda, if you're reading my comment, just to let you know, you were my very favorite female Motown singer of all time. A little crazy they say you might have been, we all have our faults, to some degree. So sorry you went thru a lot, but you're still a trooper. Bless your heart.
I agree Michael Desantis,
those marveletts were something else , I actually love watching them more than the supremes,their Dance moves was classy sensual choreography was on point,Wanda had that champagne sparkling voice plus she was so pretty, Katherine,Gladys was beautiful too but Wanda was the prettiest,don't mess Witt Bill was one of my favorite,I believe they would've had more hits if Berry Gordon hadn't been focusing so much on Dianna and the supremes,Mary Wilson said that she was glad he had the hots 4 Dianna ,that's why they got all the hits they Marveletts were better performances than the supremes bar none
August 9, 1943- December 16, 2021
Right on! She was the center of attention whether she was back up or lead!
These girls are long, long overdue to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame. They should have been inducted years ago!
I agree
It’s such ashame. A great group - great songs - never got the credit or recognition they deserved. Those who are still living. Katherine, Juanita (?) stay blessed. Those who are deceased: Georgeanna, Gladys and Wanda - Rest in Peace.
In Loving Memory of Katherine Anderson-Schaffner, January 16, 1944 - September 20, 2023.
One thing is for sure....theyre gorgeous!!!
Before TLC all of them were gorgeous and ultra-talented.
Wanda was one of the most beautiful women on this planet.
So true!
Kat was too in her day
Rest in Heaven Wanda, sing in that Heavenly Choir - August 9, 1943- December 16, 2021🙏
This was the best unsung episode,wish the full episode was on here.
Wanda, Florence Ballard and Ros Ashford (Martha and the Vandellas) were Motown for me.
Wanda had a voice and was pretty and sexy at the same time
Thanks for sharing. It’s hard to find Marvelettes video footage.
Wanda was a hoot. She commanded the stage.
These are real people with real issues just like you and me. Just a little more famous. And with that fame comes troubles. Money. Mostly squabbles over contracts, copyrights writing credits etc. Thanks for all the great music, especially all the motown and Detroit artists from the 1960s who were basically screwed by Gordy.... Made them all fight. I read somewhere that Barbara Lewis (not on motown, Atlantic I think), was paid only $400 for baby I'm yours..... Over royalties and name and song rights and writing credits.... Just ask Lamont D and Eddie and Brian Holland and the funk Brothers. There was millions to go around for all..... Pure greed
its sad how they were all cheated
I wish the full episode of Unsung would surface
I watched the full episode of this on CZcams, not sure if it’s still up
I wish somebody would put the more of their TV performance on CZcams. I'm seeing a lot of still pictures with TV cameras in them on Pinterest!
in the swinging time episode with marvelettes singing dont mess with bill , after the song they greet the supremes and Wanda gives Flo Ballard a high five "Hey girl" Flo shakes her head with a smile like she was saying to herself Wanda is the homegirl from the hood. Curious if some of wanda bad habits not showing for gigs alcohol abuse might have rubbed off on Flo.
Interesting, I read recently before the Supremes became a #1group at Motown but singing at gigs, that Gordy used Flo to sing as backup for the Marvalettes while on tour. Mary and Dianna were left back at Motown with nothing to do. So Wanda and Flo probably were close and Flo respected the other groups.
@@wallacewinter5907yes and both Gladys and Flo became super close/confidants, I’m sure that she expressed her feelings to Gladys of all the inside dirt within their group that Diana usually was the catalyst of. I think Diana had ill feelings towards Gladys due to Flo being friends with them and this may be one of the reasons that she tried to run over Gladys with her Mother’s car (imo)
LOL look at Wanda! That's my girl!!!! You can tell she Detroit!😂😉😁😁
They had the most soulful sound out of the girls groups back then, I believe they were good,but when you have a supestar in a group like the supremes, they would have always come in second to Diane Ross, she was the Michael Jackson of the group, although if smokey would have been writing songs for them, they would have difinetly gave them a run for their money,I grew up in that era and honestly in those early days them and Martha Reeves and the Vandellas was putting out the most soulful hits, they related more to black folk back then, but yes they were more popular than the Supremes in the black community.
Wanda’s sister looks more Wanda
I strongly believe that this group had more top 20 hits than the supremes
sadly not true Please Mr Postman was their only number 1 hit in the US and in my opinion their worst song. Darling Forever should have reached top 20 but only made it to 78 Beechwood 45 did make it to 17 and dont mess with Bill to 7 . Its all about the number 1's Supremes had more so therefore they were household names although i didnt care much for their music
You need to check the Billboard charts to check on your "belief."
Wow. Thats interesting. Didnt know Wanda was doing that.
Where is the full episode of the Marvelettes?
The full episode is on the documentary called "Unsung." The full episode used to be on CZcams but I guess the copyright police had it taken down.
@@jackanthony976 🤬🤬🤬 sick of goddamned copyright police.
I can find every other unsung episode except this one (The Marvelettes) and the studio 54 one
In case you're still looking: czcams.com/video/LFqOmNcH3DI/video.html
Do you know how to access the whole unsung
Just found it! Google/search: Unsung The Marvelettes. About 45 minutes.
Do you have the complete version of this?
Amazing video.
Wanda was right. My aunt and cousin live in Inkster, MI, and it's very country...
What was the name of the legislation Mary Wilson was talking about involving that a group can not call themselves by a certain name unless they have one original member??
The Truth in Music Act
thank you
you're welcome
I am glad , I am so sick and tired of these imposters,I saw those fake Marvelettes on some program,what a joke, Wanda, Gladys, Katherine was the bomb,good work j l Perry tv
Wanda look crazy in that picture holding the bottle
Wanda was mad crazy lol.
Wanda was the original Lefteye, spirited.
The video is not complete one to one interviews are cut
What show is this please
Larson Antony this was an episode of unsung. If you search CZcams for The Marvelettes unsung, you should be able to see the full episode
Unfortunately, this episode is not available anywhere. It would be really good if someone post it here on CZcams...
you can't drummer this is my video and i recorded this on tv and it comes on every once and a while but i tryed to find this on youtube but i couldn't find it's on season 4 of unsung
The complete Unsung episode: czcams.com/video/LFqOmNcH3DI/video.html
very poorly made video