I tried to sing like him. V O Stamps also formed a quartet of his own. Frank Stamps Quartet, Stamps All Stars, Old Original Stamps Quartet, Old Gentlemen, The Stamps Quartet (with Frank Stamps) History (1920-1962) While Frank Stamps and his brother, V O Stamps, worked for the Vaughan Music Company around 1920, Frank originated the first Stamps Quartet. My words to express what Mr. Frank did and what he was to Gospel Music are inadequate. They were one of the first gospel groups chosen to entertain the troops and they traveled abroad on numerous occasions. Frank Stamps decided to narrow his attention to publishing songbooks around 1950. Compare us to other, 8:30am - 4:30pm PST Give us a try! All rights reserved, Appalachian State University/Boone, North Carolina, Good things come to those who hustle while they wait"- Ben Franklin, "Don't ever look down on someone unless you plan on helping them up", If youre not first youre last Ricky Bobby, "I always shoot for the stars, and if I miss, i land on the moon.. ", " Woof!!! In addition to their recordings, they were introducing innovative practices for the time. Try again. Every tour, every night, opening the Elvis Presley shows with gospel music had been the dream of J. D. Sumner and behind his decision to work with Elvis Presley. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. GREAT NEWS! They had regular programs on Dallas radio stations WFFA and KRLD and performed in churches and other venues in the Dallas area. The group continued to perform, although only one of the current members, Enoch, owner and manager, remained from the quartets golden years with Elvis. This account has been disabled. Under Franks influence, the publishing company began to arrange deals with many popular quartets of the day to sell Stamps-Baxter songbooks. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA). Every penny counts! 2/15/1932: Troubles all will end: Piedmont Melody Boys: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group, Musical group : Victor: BVE-70694: 10-in. J. D. enjoyed getting the attention of his audiences with a familiar song, be it gospel, an Elvis hit or a country and western ballad, and then reaching their hearts with the music he loved the most (gospel music). Truly the Lords ambassador whose heart and voice had wings. At times, as many as 100 groups were using the word Stamps in their name. ). based on information from your browser. The musicians in the Firefly Jazz Quartet have credentials, experience, talent, and professionalism. Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. Beginning in 1971 and lasting for over half a decade, the Stamps Quartet reached its greatest popularity as the main backup group for Elvis Presley until his death in 1977. The groups numerous appearances at festivals and on television have included a live televised performance at the Grand Ole Opry and in ElvisThe Concert. Finally, the All Star designation was dropped and the group that had been the Stamps All Stars had come to be commonly known as The Stamps Quartet. We can dress in all black, cocktail, formal, theme it's up to you. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. All user-contributed text on this page is available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License; additional terms may apply. Please reset your password. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Frank Stamps (29484015)? Frank Stamps All Star Quartet. Discography of American Historical Recordings, s.v. Community EventReviewed on January 16, 2016From San Diego, CA. On most of the recordings from this era, he would stop at the end of his intro, and then play the partsthe same notes the singers were singing. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. That format also established another first for J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. 8:30am - 4:30pm PST Give us a try! This is a portion of a song recorded by Frank Stamps \u0026 His All-Star Quartet in the late 1920s. Frank Stamps Quartet Give The World a Smile 1927 9,127 views May 17, 2014 The first recording on a major label by any quartet. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. "As you know, we have lost the Leader, the Pusher, and the Father of Gospel Music. During the final years of the group, they toured the United States and Europe, appearing at numerous Elvis tribute events in addition to headlining on the gospel concert circuit. 2022 - California stamp Company. There was a problem getting your location. Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. The name, Frank Stamps, in our world of music was like water to a thirsty man..was like food to a hungry man. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Gaither Homecoming Videos, Elvis He Touched Me Videos. / "Sally and Frank worked side by side building great singing schools every year. He was honorably discharged in 1945. They were the only major southern gospel group whose repertoire included, in addition to gospel music, a healthy portion of secular standards, and country/western tunes. He moved to Grayson County in 2005 where he enjoyed gardening and woodworking in his retirement. 11/25/1929: I'm only here on a visit: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: vocalist, bass vocal : Victor: BVE-56593: 10-in. business hours We can get the job done! Stay up to date with Christian Music Archive via E-Mail! This move also established the now revered four guys and a piano configuration for male quartet singing. Mr. Stamps, 87, passed away Sunday December 2 at Texoma Medical Center.Frank was born February 11, 1925 in Timpson, Texas to the late Fred and Amy (Stilley) Stamps. By that point, the group included Big John Hall, Jim Hill, and Mylon LeFevre. The Stamps Quartet was a Southern Gospel group from Two Stamps and A Baxter A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. Hawaii, (2005) and Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore - (2005). Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) With verified reviews and thousands of ratings, it's easy to book the perfect vendor for all types of eventsno matter how big or small. He was finally home! 1-800-373-5614 In today, Out tommorow California Stamp Co. You can reach us during Monday - Friday has unbeatable prices. Former Lone Star Quartet lead and baritone Clarence Turbyfill joined to sing tenor. The Stamps Quartet was a Southern Gospel group from Two Stamps and A Baxter A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. The company also launched a number of groups with the Stamps name. "As you know, the Blackwood Brothers were chosen by Mr. Frank to carry on his great work. "Give The World A Smile" became the group's first major hit and later became their signature song. Stamps brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Failed to delete memorial. After eight years with the Masters V, James Blackwood and Jake Hess exited and the underlying concept of that group was significantly diluted. Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. In Discography of American Historical Recordings. Elvis music as only the Stamps Quartet can. By this point, the Stamps publishing company operated by Frank's brother had merged with a company operated by J R Baxter to become Stamps Baxter Music . He joined the US Navy in February 1942 and proudly served in the South Pacific and off China and Korea while aboard the USS Whitney and USS Guam. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. Make sure that the file is a photo. He also left his own group, the Stamps All Stars, to sing in the group his brother had owned, the Old Original Stamps Quartet. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. It was also during this period that the Stamps had their only female vocalists, Sandra Steele who was later replaced by Jennifer OBrien. Records would show that in the time frame they were working both arenas, they had the opportunity to present gospel music to more audiences and a larger number of people than anyone had, before that time. In 1927, the Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor records, making them the first Southern Gospel quartet to sign on a major label. Television specials: CBS NBC - TNN TBN - GMT - PBS. We have footsteps to follow. Christian Music Archive is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. (16 October 2011) Southern Gospel History. The Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor in 1927. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music . This is a portion of a song recorded by Frank Stamps & His All-Star Quartet in the late 1920s. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. Resend Activation Email. You are able to edit albums and add credit info if you have created an account. Founder of the Frank Stamps Quartet, the first southern gospel group to sign with a major recording label, RCA Victor, and the first to have a gospel hit single with "Give the World a Smile". Once the booking is confirmed, it's covered by Our Guarantee. Stamps Music Company in Jacksonville, Texas, and published their first song book, Harbor Bells. Find local vendors to bring your celebration to life. Eventually J. D. Sumner purchased some interest in the company and became manager of the Stamps Quartet. / "After Frank's brother, V.O. The Stamps Quartet provided the ideal promotional vehicle through which to advertise the companys songbooks through their daily broadcasts on KRLD radio in Dallas. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. They also had the first ever Southern Gospel hit single with Give The World A Smile. We have fun, upbeat arrangements of swinging hot tunes from the great American songbook era, 1920s - 1960s, and our band is comprised of professional and experienced musicians. One did not have to say what he did or who he was. Learn more about managing a memorial . They were the first group in gospel music to use four microphones. It was this quality, uniqueness and expertise that won J.D. The year 2007, marks the 45th anniversary celebrating the legacy of J.D. Signup today for our free newsletter, Especially Texan. You are nearing the transfer limit for memorials managed by Find a Grave. "We of the Stamps Quartet Music Company love and appreciate all of you for your kindness. Most notable was their launch into global stardom as the key backup group for Elvis Presley. No recordings issued from other masters. View a list of services offered by this vendor. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. = Recordings were issued from this master. Following Presleys death, numerous personnel changes resulted in an overall decline in the groups popularity, despite performing at various Elvis tribute events and gospel concerts. When J D Sumner passed away in 1998, the final members of the group were Sumner, Strickland, Ed Enoch, Hill, and Kelso. The partnership lasted five years until Frank Stamps left his position with Stamps-Baxter and began a new company called Stamps Quartet Music Company. URI: https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. May the grace of God be with you Mrs. Stamps. Over the years the Stamps Quartet also underwent both high and low points in terms of their popularity. Failed to remove flower. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. J. D. Sumner and the Stamps blazed a new path in the gospel music field, when Sumner committed his group to taking gospel music into the secular arena, working with Elvis Presley. Contact Firefly Jazz Quartet from San Diego on The Bash. After purchasing the historic company, immediate plans were put in motion to once again give rebirth to the Stamps Quartet name. Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. No one is more dedicated nor knows more about the organization. Sumner left the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and became the bass singer with the Stamps, creating what would be forever recognized as J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. They would hit the stage running with excitement and energy, enabling them to transcend the boundaries of age and style. One name is synonymous with the other. [In the early 1940's, the Blackwoods were known as "The Blackwood Brothers' Stamps Quartet.] 3 March 2023. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. = Recordings are available for online listening. The Stamps Quartet were back up vocalists for: The worlds greatest entertainer.Elvis Presley, First Lady of Country MusicTammy Wynette, Country Bluegrass Artist..Ricky Skaggs, Country Music ArtistBrenda Lee, Country Music ArtistJerry Lee Lewis, Country Music Artist.Willie Nelson, Pop ArtistLeslie Ughams, The Singing Governor of LouisianaJimmie Davis, ******************************************************************************, Ed Enoch - Owner Manager Lead Vocalist. There was an error deleting this problem. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 1997. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. You remember that a mantle was passed from Frank Stamps to J. D. Sumner, as far back as the 1920s, when a four-year old, after hearing Frank Stamps sing at a Wimauma, Florida camp meeting, told his mama that he knew he was going to be a bass singer like Mr. Frank Stamps. We need your support because we are a non-profit organization that relies upon contributions from our community in order to record and preserve the history of our state. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet a coveted spot on the Elvis Presley show. https://www.tshaonline.org, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/stamps-quartet. We want to fit in and compliment the look of your event. Mr. Stamps, 87, passed away Sunday December 2 at Texoma Medical Center. Please try again later. The Stamps-Baxter company published songbooks, and selling them was a key source of revenue for the groups and for the company in turn. business hours We can get the job done! The Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor in 1927. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. "When I was a boy, Frank Stamps was my idol. Virgil and Frank Stamps were inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Associations Hall of Fame in 1997. Frank Stamps is also pictured in the front. J. D. Sumner not only remained as the visionary leader of the Stamps Quartet, he helped create the groundbreaking sound that would ear mark J.D. Rick Strickland later replaced Warren on tenor and Jerry Kelso became the pianist. Brock originated the \"turn-around,\" which is another intro played after the first verse and chorus has been sung. The Stamps have received numerous Grammy and Dove awards for The Best Gospel Group, and The Best Gospel Album of The Year.. This flower has been reported and will not be visible while under review. In 1949, Kenny Gates became the Blue Ridge Quartet's pianist. We will make sure the volume is appropriate for the setting, so the music can be enjoyed without being overwhelming. Compare us to other. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. We look good too! External links are provided for reference purposes. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Ed Enoch and The Stamps Quartet performances also include. The Stamps Quartet became the first Southern gospel quartet to sign with a major label when it recorded Give the World a Smile for the Victor label in the late 1920s. "He started the quartet field of music as we know it today. Just his name told all. Groups using various versions of the Stamps name were active until V Os death in 1940. Their unique blend, close harmony and excitement, won them fans everywhere. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. We have our own sound system, a BOSE L1, which sounds clear and lovely from anywhere in the room. So, he certainly was a leader in Quartet Music. Weve updated the security on the site. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet - Discography of American Historical Recordings Frank Stamps All Star Quartet Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1932 Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group, Musical group See Also: Stamps Quartet = Recordings are available for online listening. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. You will be hiring degreed professionals with many years of experience playing weddings, concerts, casuals, musical theatre, corporate events, church jobs, public events, and private parties. "We will never hear his deep bass voice again; but, we know his work will never be forgotten. companies, Self-Inking replacement pads for Cosco & 2000 Plus stamps, Inks that are for all Ideal-Cosco-Trodat-Daters-Stamp Pads and Shiny Self Inking Stamps, Heavy Duty replacement pads for Cosco stamps, Stamp Pads from 3.5 inches up to 8 inches, Pro Color & Aero Brand Inks for permanent quick drying. Stamps Name Multiplied "- Me, Likes long walks on the beach when life gets ruff. "Frank Stamps All Star Quartet." The Stamps Quartet was a Southern Gospel group from. By working with Elvis Presley, J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet created a whole new fan base for gospel music. The Stamps continue to make recordings, are regularly seen on television and constantly tour the United States, Canada, Hawaii, European and Asian countries performing Gospel, Secular, and. A new version of Last.fm is available, to keep everything running smoothly, please reload the site. UC Santa Barbara Library, 2023. Shaun Stalzer, Sumner appears in the May 1965 issue of Gospel Music Hi-Lites. This is a carousel with slides. With the success of the website and the continued support of his fans, the legacy of J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet lives on and is in good hands as long as we remember. The Stamps Quartet was special guests performing on various television shows: The Crook and Chase Show, the Ralph Emery Show, Nashville Now, The Grand Ole Opry, Nashville, TN., and NBC Dateline News Special - 2002 Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. 1-800-373-5614 In today, Out tommorow California Stamp Co. You can reach us during Monday - Friday has unbeatable prices. Stamps Quartet - Discography of American Historical Recordings Stamps Quartet Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1929 Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group See Also: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet = Recordings are available for online listening. Sumner & The Stamps Quartet [1965-98], Golden Covenant [1998-2003], The Stamps Genres Southern Gospel, Vocal Group Share Tweet Follow 16 followers ADVERTISEMENT Discography 71 Credits 45 Filmography 1 Album Showing all (40) Issues The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. We are the Firefly Jazz Quartet and it is our mission to supply classy, hip, live music to all of San Diego County. San Diego Mission Valley Hilton. During their years with Elvis and as long as JD Sumner owned the group in the years that followed, they were typically billed as JD Sumner & The Stamps Quartet. Their opportunity and experience working with Elvis, established a platform enabling them to reach a broad section of the music fan as a whole, not just those who attended church on Sunday. with Elvis-The Concert - performing, live, sold-out concerts in prestigious venues ( 2004): Forest National Arena, Brussels, Belgium; NEC Arena, Birmingham, England; Sheffield Arena, Sheffield, England; Telewest Arena, Tyne, England; SECC, Glasgow, Scotland; Appollo Hammersmith, Hammersmith, London; Evening News Arena, Manchester, England; Winbleon Arena, London, England; Neil Blaisdell Center, Honolulu. After V O Stamps death, Frank Stamps became J R Baxters partner and took over his brothers duties in the company. Ed Enoch and members of the world-famous Stamps Quartet were inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1997. Warren returned to sing tenor while Toney and Hill remained with the group during the name change. Handbook of Texas Online, Learn more about this vendor for your event. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. Sumner remained as the bass singer with the Blackwood Brothers until 1965, when he made the decision that would prove to be the most pivotal point in the destiny of the Stamps Quartet. The following, adapted from the Chicago Manual of Style, 15th edition, is the preferred citation for this entry. Mister Frank, as he was affectionately called, traveled the length and breadth of the United States promoting gospel music, participating in gospel singings local, county, state, and on the national level. Sumner were implemented by his group. The remaining members of the group, however, continued to record as the Stamps Quartet for a short time thereafter but soon changed the name to the Plainsmen Quartet. No headaches, no problems, just great music! It was then that he and Lister hatched the idea for the Masters V, and the Stamps name was once again dormant. In exchange, groups were allowed to use Stamps or Stamps-Baxter as part of their own name. Please enter your email and password to sign in. J.D. Oops, we were unable to send the email. Bill Baize was soon singing tenor, and Ed Hill later came to the Stamps from the Prophets. Formed originally in 1924, the Stamps name boasts the longest history of any quartet in gospel music industry. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Shirley (Garner) Stamps; and one son, Jack Stamps.The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM Tuesday December 4 at Waldo Funeral Home. In 1936, he was a founding father of the National Singing Convention, an organization which has convened annually ever since. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc.