"Dreamgirls" was an explosive Broadway musical with lasting effect in many arenas of music history. One of the most incredible segments of this Michael Bennett masterpiece was the song, "One Night Only". This track has since been adapted to many stages to give the drama of success and how quickly it may come and go.
In 1984, Scherrie Payne (sister of singer Freda Payne) released a disco cover of the song on Megatone Records - produced by the legendary, Rick Gianatos. Scherrie was one of the ladies to grace The Supremes from 1973 - 1977. The single included backing vocals by Cindy Birdsong, Edna Wright and Pat Hodges.
I have taken this piece and paired it with the 1976 film, "Sparkle" starring Irene Cara, Philip Michael Thomas and Lonette McKee - the story outlines a group of youngsters from Harlem whose dreams take them into fame and also a life's drama. I believe this was the original "Dreamgirls" theme roughly done for the time.
The film was directed by Sam O'Steen
Featuring scenes from "Sparkle" - RENT THE DVD!
Disco Video Mix by Glenn Rivera
Produced by Ken Emmons
Dedicated to Mr. Rick Gianatos and Scherrie Payne
Alternative viewing link:" http://discovideomix.com/videos/scherriepayne_onenightonly.html
ReplyDeleteThis is such a amazing track i always lloved it Scherries version is so good,and what a surprise i never heard of this movie,another movie i must see!
ReplyDeleteThank you Glenn a wonderful Video Mix Loulou
Do you want me to post it for you? It is the original "Dreamgirls" in my opinion - and I think a bit more realistic.
ReplyDeleteYEAAHHHHHH that would be great and only when you have the time Glenn,seet of you Thanks Loulou
ReplyDeleteI will post it later today :)
ReplyDeleteoooh thats great thanks Glenn!
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