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Enchantment



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Their music is soulful, smooth, romantic, and melodious. Their lyrics are warm, affectionate, loving, and understanding. And they present a sound that is distinctively their own, conveying stories of reality and fantasy, with the ultimate message being love. The golden sound of Enchantment was formed in 1967 at Pershing High School in Detroit. Two years later, the multi-talented group, which consists of Emanuel "E.J." Johnson, Joe Thomas, Dave Banks, Ed "Mickey" Clanton, and Bobby Green, obtained their first recording contract, in addition to 500 dollars, by winning first place in a talent contest sponsored by a local radio station (WCHB).

In 1970, Enchantment joined forces with Artists International, a talent development agency for up-and-coming artists (founded by renowned manager Dick Scott). While with Artists International, Enchantment really began to perfect their craft, concentrating on stage presence, choreography, and expanding their theatrical talents by performing in numerous musical plays around the city. Enchantment became acquainted with their producer-to-be, Michael Stokes, in 1973 while performing at a local nightclub (Stage One). Through this union, they recorded a movie score on Polydor Records in 1974 entitled Deliver Us From Evil, which was released in 1975.

By 1976, Enchantment had signed with the Roadshow label and recorded their self-entitled debut album. The first single to ride the charts for the fledgling group was "Come On and Ride." Later that year, the charismatic showmen received national acclaim with the release of their second single, "Gloria." Written and arranged by dynamic lead singer E.J. Johnson, "Gloria" became a smash, and was one of the most popular songs of 1976-1977. They followed it up with another smash hit, "Sunshine," from the same album.

The self-contained group entered the studio in the fall of 1977, and recorded their second album, Once Upon a Dream. Their third consecutive number one single, "It's You That I Need," reigned for a solid four weeks. It was followed by "If You're Ready (Here It Comes)," also a Top Ten single.

Enchantment continued their hit-making ways with a string of soul-stirring hits: "Where Do We Go From Here," "Forever More," "Moment of Weakness," "Enchanted Lady," and many others, influencing such artists as After 7, Johnny Gill, and Warren G, to name a few.

Since 1976, the sound of Enchantment has had an everlasting affect on all who have had the pleasure of listening to their great music, and contrary to rumors, the group never disbanded. Enchantment's longevity is attributed to their vitality and the dedication they have for their craft. The group continues to impressively demonstrate their quality golden sound at concerts and events around the country.

Craig Lytle -- All Music Guide

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1976 Enchantment
1977 Once Upon A Dream
1978 Journey To The Land Of . . . Enchantment
1980 Soft Lights, Sweet Music
1982 Enchanted Lady
1983 Utopia
1991 Enchantment: Golden Classics


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1976 Enchantment

01. Hold On
02. Gloria
03. Dance To The Music
04. Sexy Lady
05. Come On And Ride
06. My Rose
07. Sunshine
08. Thank You Girl For Loving Me


1977 Once Upon A Dream

01. Sunny Shine Feeling
02. If You're Ready (here it comes)
03. It's You That I Need
04. You're The One
05. You Must Be An Angel
06. Up Higher
07. Silly Love Song
08. Angel In My Life
09. Trying To Get Over (with you)



1978 Journey To The Land Of . . . Enchantment

01. Future Gonna Get You
02. Magnetic Feel
03. Any Way You Want It
04. Love Melodies
05. Oasis Of Love
06. I Wanna Boogie
07. Fun
08. Let Me Entertain You
09. Forever More
10. Where Do We Go From Here?
11. Journey



1980 Soft Lights, Sweet Music

01. Settin' It Out
02. I'm Who You Found (not who you lost)
03. I Believe In You
04. Moment Of Weakness
05. I Can't Fake It
06. Soft Lights, Sweet Music
07. Are You Ready For Love
08. I Can't Be One
09. You Ane Me



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1982 Enchanted Lady

01. I Know Your Hot Spot
02. Enchanted Lady
03. Toe Jamming
04. I Can't Forget You
05. Adora
06. Only You
07. Your Love Is Like A Melody
08. Peace Is What The World Needs


1983 Utopia

01. Give It Up
02. Come Be My Lover
03. Lovestruck
04. Here's our Chance
05. Don't Fight The Feeling
06. Somebody's Loving You
07. I'm Dreaming
08. Get It While It's Hot
09. Gotta Find A Love



1991 Enchantment: Golden Classics

01. Gloria
02. It's You That I Need
03. If You're Ready (here it comes)
04. Silly Love Song
05. Thank You Girl
06. Sexy Lady
07. Hold On
08. Sunshine
09. Come On And Ride
10. My Rose
11. Dance To The Music
12. Angel In My Life


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