Please Sign Up or Sign In to send your inquiry. The good Lord called him home, so we werent able to commence recording, but I felt that since Tony, myself and Marcus wanted to put the group back together so that we needed to keep on doing what we said we were going to do and continue to have the Hi-Fives name roll out and keep the legacy going. Dr. Shannon Gill has been in the veterinary field since 2015. In 1993, one of the original members of Hi-Five, Roderick Pooh Clark, was involved in a near fatal car accident, leaving him permanently paralyzed. In June 2014, Russell reportedly confessed to murdering his 24 year old wife, fitness model and aspiring boxer, Catherine Brasilia Martinez. We humbly honor the old school soul music era and will keep pushing forward to keep it alive. Back in the Bronx, the combo entertains as the cousins trade verses and seamlessly work the stage with Irby on the much-loved I Cant Wait Another Minute. After another favorite, Unconditional Love, the guys belt Its Nothing, a tastefully naughty throwback about the ways a relationship is kept interesting that showcases Hi-Fives trademark delivery. His New Edition bandmates appear on "This One's For Me And You". Its parent channel, TV One, is carried by Time Warner Cable on Channel 184. During their run, though, the boys charmed young and old, thanks to their classic tunesand lead singer Tony Thompsons effortless tenor. His career dictated that he complete his high-school education through the services of a tutor. Freon is a hydrocarbon that is widely used in air conditioners and refrigerators. Gill's recording career began in 1982, at the age of 16, when his childhood friend Stacy Lattisaw convinced him to record a demo. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. In 2009, Treston Irby was shot five times outside of a New Haven, Ct. nightclub. Its the latest unfortunate event the group has endured. That wasnt a wise move on Russells part. There are no limits to the true talent of this young and gifted artist. iloveoldschoolmusic.com. Shannon Gill. While dancing in Germany, Gillen burst into the choreographic scene receiving 3rd Prize at the International Solo-Tanz Competition in Stuttgart and commissions at the Mainfranken Theater Wrzburg and the TIF Theater in Kassel. * Artist in Residence at LMCCs Swing Space (2009) Twitter has been going nuts, adds Evans. Waco 1990s hip-hop singing group Hi-Five, seen here without lead singer Tony Thompson, is the subject of an Unsung documentary Wednesday night on TV One. (Billy) We want everyone to understand that part right there. ESSENCE caught up with them on a muggy September night in the Bronx, where more than 500 fans have packed New York Citys Dreiser Auditorium to see them headline the 2014 End of Summer Soul Jam. [2], In July 1983, "Let The Music Play" was released on New York-based dance label Emergency[2] and Shannon was invited back to record more songs with Liggett and Barbosa. Even though everyone in a group plays his part, theres one thing these fellas will tell you: Tony Thompson will always be the heart of Hi-Five. A fifth studio album, A Beauty Returns, was released in 2006. Stream music on Myspace, a place where people come to connect, discover, and share. Our weekly newsletter highlights our top stories, our special offers, and upcoming jazz events near you. In 2007, he was just on his way to reviving his career and had also formed his new record label and signed Hi-Five to get things poppin againbut thats when tragedy struck. [5] She is credited as 50 percent writer of the album. After going through depression once the fame was over, Treston said the shooting was almost like a blessing in disguise to get him back on track. All About Jazz musician pages are maintained by musicians, publicists and trusted members like you. Covington, aka The Handyman, helps in all facets and, whenever he takes off his sunglasses, adds serious eye candy to a group known for its good looks. Five of the 9 members have been struck with some form of great tragedy and as of 2014, the tragedy was still striking, or shall I say, one of the members did the striking and reportedly caused the tragedy. "We never give upit's a blessing we're breathing," says Gill. B. Find articles, news, musician pages, and more! If were not out there, putting music out there, theres not gonna be nothing out there to talk about. [2] The single, featuring Jimi Tunnell as one of the back up vocalists, hit #3 on the Dance Chart. She recorded soundtracks, jingles, and the track "Criminal", for the movie Fatal Beauty, starring Whoopi Goldberg. It wasnt until 2009when Irby, an innocent bystander outside a Connecticut nightclub, was shot five timesthat the vision to carry on the Hi-Five legacy became clear. We would like to show you a description here but the site won't allow us. Play Shannon Gill and discover followers on SoundCloud | Stream tracks, albums, playlists on desktop and mobile. Friendships and connections filled out the group deeper-voiced Easley; dancer Russell Neal; Roderick Pooh Clark; and Marcus Sanders. We have to teach the youngins about Tony. Copyright 2023 Interactive One, LLC. [5] Her most recent studio album, A Beauty Returns, was released in 2006. You can cancel at any time. His untimely demise before this happened, thats what we were in the process of doing. 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[6], Shannon was born in Washington, D.C., United States. Shannon Gillen is the founder and artistic director of New York's visionary new dance company VIM VIGOR. All Rights Reserved. We made it 2014, but as far as lyrical content and how the music makes you feel, we tried to keep it as close as possible to what would happen back when hi-five was on top of the charts. Ultimately his love for music won out and while singing at Stevenson high-school during a gospel concert, Vinny Bell heard Trus and gave this sixteen year old the opportunity to relocate to Waco, Texas and join the group HI-FIVE as a member. With a new EP and lineup, the fellas are on a mission to reclaim the charts and capture the hearts of fans, old and new. In 1996, Johnny reunited with New Edition and recorded the album Home Again. The group now consists of Treston Irby, Shannon Gill, Marcus Sanders, Andre Ramseur (aka Dre Wonda), and . ESSENCE.com is part of ESSENCE Communications, Inc. I worked with Hi-Five at the beginning of my [career]. On June 1, 2007, Tony Thompson's body was discovered by security officers at around 10 p.m. near an air-conditioning unit outside of an apartment complex in his native Waco, Texas. (Pharook) Its not just about feeding our kids and doing what we love, but this is what he wanted. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. [8], This article is about the band. * selected to perform in Chile with the Ruvuelo International Workshops and Festival (2017) The group now consists of Treston Irby, Shannon Gill, Marcus Sanders, Andre Ramseur (aka Dre Wonda), and Faruq Evans. But the fame Hi-Five enjoyed didnt translate into financial well-being as record deals with Jive Records, then Giant Records proved one-sided. Singing and entertaining has always been Shannon's' passion. "What Can I Say to You (To Justify My Love)", This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 17:20. Inspired by many great musical influences, such as his mother, father, Stevie Wonder, and Mint Condition just to name a few. Info Connections Comments Shares. Shannon Gill is on Facebook. [3][4], Her studio albums include Let the Music Play (1984), followed by Do You Wanna Get Away (1985) and Love Goes All the Way (1986). The band was formed in 1989 and consisted of founding and original members: Tony Thompson, Roderick "Pooh" Clark, Marcus Sanders, Russell Neal, and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, native, Toriano Easley. In 2005 the NBC TV show "Hit Me Baby One More Time" aired a full interview on Shannon's life, music, and a pre-taped performance in front of a studio audience for national airing. By May 2015, U.S. Marshals Service deputies arrested Russell Lamont Neal, in Waco, TX after a warrant was issued out of Harris County, on charges that he failed to appear for a court date in connection with the July 2014 murder of his wife Catherine. We were getting ready to get back in the studio to record a brand new Hi-Five record. Everyone seems to like the record. * Swing Space Artist with the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (2010) Thompson tried a comeback with a new Hi-Five in 2005, but three original members filed a lawsuit on his use of the Hi-Five name. They released their debut song I Just Cant Handle It in 1990 and it wasnt long after that their self-titled albumproduced by the legendary Teddy Rileywent platinum, thrusting them into new jack swing fame. Activities and Societies: Sigma Sigma Sigma National Sorority and SHRM. Shamika Sanders is the managing editor for HelloBeautiful where she carries out a vision to uplift Black women by telling their unique stories. SMTD IntranetDepartmentsEmergency PreparednessSMTD COVID-19 InformationFacilities RentalU-M Gateway, School of Music, Theatre & DanceE.V. The Shannon single "Move Mania" (Sash!) "image": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/allaboutjazz/photos/profile/musician/7cb7619552e21d984cbf0480d4d7c433.jpg", She auditioned for Liggett and Barbosa with the song "She Can't Love You Like I Do". "" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. Shannon Ray Gill Sr. grew up and resided in Waco, Texas. 1 hit on Billboard's Hot 100 in 1991 with "I Like the Way (The Kissing Game)". We want to continue to bring the world great music. Two years later, Irby and Sanders were working on putting Hi-Five back together when Thompson died in Waco from freon inhalation. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart (making it their biggest hit to date).[2]. 38, R&B No. Treston Irby better known as Trus is an R & B singer/songwriter. Access the best of Getty Images with our simple subscription plan. 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Storming the stage, they break into their 1992 smash Shes Playing Hard to Get and move with an enthusiasm reminiscent of when they first hit the music scene as teens. Gill has received two Grammy Award nominations: one with New Edition and one as a solo artist. Evans is the goofy one, he says, making faces. The event was sponsored by WKTU, WSKQ, and WCAA in New York. With Gill, the oldest member, as one of the lead singers (along with Tresvant, who ended up staying with New Edition and delaying the launch of his solo career) on the album Heart Break, the group developed a more mature, adult sound, hitting the charts with songs such as "Can You Stand The Rain", "N.E. They disbanded in 1994 until reuniting in 2006. Streamline your workflow with our best-in-class digital asset management system. Evansa singer-songwriter who came on board for the groups 2012 single, Favorite Girl, which reached 36 on the Billboard Adult R&B chartshas a pleasing warm tenor. Shortly after this album was released, the group was involved in a vehicular accident, which left Roderick "Pooh" Clark paralyzed from the chest down. Moore Building, 1100 Baits Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2085, Copyright 2023 Regents of the University of Michigan. Billy joins the HI Five legacybringing along his soulful voice, incredible writing, and production skills. 2017 - 2021. Were not trying to create that type of atmosphere where people think were bringing in a lead singer to take the place of Tony Thompson because theres only one Tony Thompson and with all due respect, I salute him. Hi-Five: (Treson). Adds Evans, "We're going to finish strong. Trus was also interested in sports and was a second baseman for the high-school baseball team. Gill began a new chapter in his career in 1987, when he was recruited by Michael Bivins to join New Edition. Were going to retire the music.. We have to continue. . The young group proved the right vehicle for music by Walton, then 1990s superstar producer Teddy Riley, and Hi-Five pitched as a group from rural, small-town Texas soon was the name to watch on music charts. In 2012, Irby, Shannon Gill and Marcus Sanders reformed Hi-Five with two new members, Andre Ramseur (aka Dre Wonda) and Faruq Evans. Gillens awards and honors include: [2] Bobby Brown had been voted out of the group and Gill was brought in to replace lead singer Ralph Tresvant, who was rumored at the time to be leaving to pursue a solo career. She is the mother of an adorable two-year-old, enjoys spending time with her friends and family, enjoys good music, and good eats. 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