His untimely demise before this happened, thats what we were in the process of doing. Hi-Five is an American R&B quintet from Waco, Texas. The group struck tragedy in 2007 when lead singer Tony Thompson was found dead as a result of inhaling freon from an air conditioning unit. The Getty Images design is a trademark of Getty Images. 613 followers 500+ connections. I was also a . [2] The single reached #8 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #2 on the Billboard R&B and #1 on the Hot Dance Club Play charts. The event was sponsored by WKTU, WSKQ, and WCAA in New York. Were keeping the movement happening in his honor, not despite of his honor. She auditioned for Liggett and Barbosa with the song "She Can't Love You Like I Do". 'http':'https';if(!d.getElementById(id)){js=d.createElement(s);js.id=id;js.async=true;js.src=p+'://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js';fjs.parentNode.insertBefore(js,fjs);}}(document, 'script', 'twitter-wjs'); Later that same day, Russell skipped out on court and the police went back to the home and arrested him. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. 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. 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. Shannon Gill. After Russell was booked, he told police Catherines body was at their home at the apartment complex. She danced in 56 international performances and was singled out in the press for being in top form, a feat of strength (HNA, German News). Evans is the goofy one, he says, making faces. Shannon was nominated for a Grammy Award and received numerous other awards, including the Dinah Washington (Jack the Rapper) Award, the Hall of Fame Award, the Gold Ampex Reel Award, a certified gold disc by the Recording Industry Association of America, and the Best Billboard Top 10 female R&B vocalist. We still made a concerted effort to maintain that integrity musically. 38, R&B No. @shamika_sanders. Jim Gallegly, the singer allegedly shot an acquaintance following a heated argument. The remaining Hi-Five members disbanded in 1994. She has performed regularly throughout Pacific Northwest venues and festivals, either fronting her own band or as a featured guest artist, and been featured on television and radio numerous times. 2023 ESSENCE Communications Inc. All Rights Reserved. This demo fell into the hands of the president of Atlantic Records, and his first self-titled debut album was released shortly thereafter on Atlantic subsidiary Cotillion Records. Immediately after the tragedy, I went into a state of depression and didnt want to do any music or anything for a minute. Adds Evans, Were going to finish strong. His career dictated that he complete his high-school education through the services of a tutor. While touring the world, Shannon attended and graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. In 1985, she released her second album, Do You Wanna Get Away. Remember the 90s group Hi-Five? * selected with VIM to tour to the PRISMA Festival in Panama (2016) Info Connections Comments HB: How has his death affected you all individually? Unsung features on-camera comments from more than a dozen people. Search Myspace Start typing. 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. Billy grew up listening to his fathers huge record collection, and was influenced by the sounds of, Donny Hathaway, Marvin Gaye, Prince, and Quincy Jones. HI-FIVE signed a recording contract with Jive/RCA in 1989. No body wants to replace him, were keeping the legacy going. He had a cameo role on the TV show Family Matters, and sang "You For Me" in the 2006 movie Madea's Family Reunion. In 1998, she cowrote and sang on multi-tracks produced by Todd Terry, Tony Moran, and Germany's Sash! In 1999, Shannon appeared in a segment of VH1's One-Hit Wonders. Shannon Gunn - Vocalist, Location: Toronto Covington says theyre looking at a spring 2015 release. * awarded the Deans Fellowship at Tisch School of the Arts/NYU (2012/2013) Shannon Gill (trainershannon)'s profile on Myspace, the place where people come to connect, discover, and share. Follow @shamika_sanders market partner at MONAT. People; Songs; Albums; Videos; Photos . In 2016, Carnival Cruise Lines ran a national television campaign featuring music performed by her. Stream music on Myspace, a place where people come to connect, discover, and share. In June 2014, Russell reportedly confessed to murdering his 24 year old wife, fitness model and aspiring boxer, Catherine Brasilia Martinez. Ramseur later left the group and was replaced by Billy Covington. In 2014, we want you to say, Wow, Hi-Five came back and gave us something to remember, says Sanders. Treston Irby better known as Trus is an R & B singer/songwriter. Ive always thought of myself as the sixth member of Hi-Five, says Covington, having grown up a fan himself. "@type": "Person", I hope that our fans would give us a chance. Tell us why you would like to improve the Shannon Gunn - Vocalist musician page. The levelheaded Sanders, whos been there from the start, is the glue. * Finalist in the A.W.A.R.D.S. 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. There are 100+ professionals named "Shannon Gill", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Her body was covered with a blanket and her autopsy results showed that she died from puncture wounds. The Unsung episode ends with a new Hi-Five heading back into action, with new members Billy Covington and Faruq Evans joining Sanders, Irby and Gill to round out the fivesome. . Being a NY native, Billy has honed his skills performing in local clubs like Nells, Webster Hall, and Village Underground. Billboard Hot 100 and the U.S. They released a single called "Favorite Girl" also on the BMW label. Mixes by Shannon Gill (trainershannon). Keep up with her on social media. Shannon Gill is known for Hi-Five: Favorite Girl (2012), Hi-Five: You Never Know (2013) and Hi-Five: Different Kiss (2015). Friendships and connections filled out the group deeper-voiced Easley; dancer Russell Neal; Roderick Pooh Clark; and Marcus Sanders. . Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Until then, theyll be savoring this year, which, all things considered, has been a bright spot for these successful hard-luck cats. If we stay out there, we keep the name going. Photos migrated from Classic Myspace on 2/23/2014 8:59:17 PM. Marcus currently leads MacDO Enterprises. I just want the fans to accept whats going on and be mature about whats going on. In 1997, he collaborated with Gerald Levert and Keith Sweat to form the supergroup LSG (Levert/Sweat/Gill),[2] which yielded the multi- platinum debut album, Levert.Sweat.Gill, and their final album LSG2 in 2003. 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. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. The Exclusive Site For Old School Soul Music, R&B Music, Soul Music News, R&B Interviews, Videos, Throwback R&B Music & Soul Music from 1970s, 1980s, 1990s, 2000s - ILoveOldSchoolMusic.com . In 1993, Gill released another solo project, Provocative,[2] which included the songs "Quiet Time to Play", "A Cute, Sweet, Love Addiction", and the gospel song, "I Know Where I Stand". Boards are the best place to save images and video clips. You can cancel at any time. Billy joins the HI Five legacybringing along his soulful voice, incredible writing, and production skills. Heartbreak", "If It Isn't Love", and the Gill-led "Boys To Men". 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. He was found next to the air conditioning units located behind the apartments and died from huffing a toxic amount of freon from the air conditioning units. Gill has sold over 15 million copies worldwide as a solo artist. container: 'taboola-right-rail-thumbnails', Gillens awards and honors include: Required fields are marked *. A new Hi-Five with early members. Gill has had over 80 television and film appearances as a singer and actor. Led by vocalist Tony Thompson, Jr., Hi-Five recorded three albums, two of which went gold with more than 500,000 copies sold, and were the first Waco musical group since Hank Thompson with a national No. 10), "I Can't Wait Another Minute" (Pop No. In 2011, 15 years after recording his last solo album, Gill returned with Still Winning, which included "In The Mood", "Just The Way You Are", "It Would Be You", and "2nd Place". "" denotes a recording that did not chart or was not released in that territory. Not to be confused with, Last edited on 15 February 2023, at 17:20, "Remembering Rhythm & Blues: January 2007", "Autopsy Results Are In For Hi-Five Star Tony Thompson", "Family and friends remember Waco singer Tony Thompson at headstone ceremony", "Former R&B singer charged with murdering wife in Houston", "Hi-Five documentary to air, revisiting chart-topping Waco hip-hop group | Tv And Radio", "Roderick 'Pooh' Clark: Original Hi-Five Member Passes Away At 49", "Bubbling Down Under Week Commencing February 3, 1992", Recording Industry Association of America, "Bubbling Down Under Week Commencing September 30, 1991", Recording Industry Association of New Zealand, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Hi-Five&oldid=1139541144. Terrence Murphy says he declined, instead opting to team up with Torriano Easely on a project with Hi-Fives original managers, Vincent Bell and Robert Ford. [5], Gill's recording career began in 1982, at the age of 16, when his childhood friend Stacy Lattisaw convinced him to record a demo. If we keep putting good music out there, we cant do an interview without mentioning Tonys 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. Many have experienced the powerful, soulful and captivating voice of Faruq. She was recently championed by Deborah Jowitt as vastly gifted and VOGUE Magazine called her work mesmerizing. [8] It was later ranked #23 among Billboard's best dance songs of all-time.[9]. Brenda Shannon Greene (born May 2, 1958),[1][2][3] known professionally as Shannon, is an American singer and songwriter of freestyle and dance-pop music. His New Edition bandmates appear on "This One's For Me And You". Join to connect SAP . 1 hit on Billboard's Hot 100 in 1991 with "I Like the Way (The Kissing Game)". According to Oklahoma City Police Capt. "name" : "Shannon Gunn - Vocalist", Shannon has never married and has no children.[1]. mode: 'thumbnails-rr1', Find Shannon Gill's phone number, address, and email on Spokeo, the leading people search directory for contact information and public records. One witness saidHe wasnt resisting arrest or fighting with them, or saying anything. Gill attended Kimball Elementary, Sousa Junior High, and Duke Ellington School of the Arts. !function(d,s,id){var js,fjs=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0],p=/^http:/.test(d.location)? I just like to see the fans appreciating us and accepting us back, because I know the transition [with Tony being gone] has been difficult for everybody, says Sanders. Billy has worked closely with industry personalities such as Eddie F, Donell Jones, Sheldon So Goode, and the Grammy award winning Darren Lighty. Shannon continues to honor HI-FIVE's original success and the life of Tony Thompson. Please subscribe to keep reading. Shannon Gill is on Facebook. Find Shannon Gill stock photos and editorial news pictures from Getty Images. Chris Barbosa served as a producer, along with Andy "Panda" Tripoli and Tony Moran. setTimeout( function() { * Swing Space Artist with the Lower Manhattan Cultural Council (2010) Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. [8], This article is about the band. Sadly, Tony was found dead outside of a Waco, TX apartment complex, by two of the complexs security guards. Shannon Gill is an Evolutionary Astrologer, Jungian Counselor, and the co-founder of 'The Shift Foundation' at Samadhi Retreat Center. [1] The album was produced by Teddy Riley and went platinum. With the welcome addition of this talented artist, Hi Five will continue to bring the classic hits that made them a household name, as well as pave a new road for todays R&B fansto travel. By clicking Subscribe Now, you agree to our. [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. Dr. Shannon Gill has been in the veterinary field since 2015. Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart (making it their biggest hit to date).[2]. The group closes every concert with The Kissing Game and a moving slide show of Thompson. Photos; Connections. 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. Lets start with the most recent horrific crime that was allegedly committed by one of the original members of Hi-Five, Russell Lamont Neal. In 1999, Shannon appeared in a segment of VH1's One-Hit Wonders,[2] and returned to music with her fourth studio album The Best Is Yet to Come (2000). 1 of 2 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. "image": "https://s3.amazonaws.com/allaboutjazz/photos/profile/musician/7cb7619552e21d984cbf0480d4d7c433.jpg", On the heels of the groups reconciling, Thompson lost his battle with addiction and died of an overdose. In 2004, he reunited with New Edition; they signed with Bad Boy Records and released the album One Love, which included the single "Hot 2Nite". I did some soul-searching to figure why God had left me here and said, It has to be the music thing. Inspired by many great musical influences, such as his mother, father, Stevie Wonder, and Mint Condition just to name a few. "url": "https://www.allaboutjazz.com/musicians/shannon-gunn-vocalist" Shannon asked to be released from her recording contract with Atlantic Records in 1987. Gill has received two Grammy Award nominations: one with New Edition and one as a solo artist. [3] Though not as successful as their debut effort, several tracks from this album, including "She's Playing Hard to Get" (Pop No. He grew up in the Bronx, New York. "We never give upit's a blessing we're breathing," says Gill. It incorporates artists and their music on film, giving them a chance to expose their creative efforts. [6] On September 6, 2019, Gill released his album Game Changer II. Stone Bridge's Shannon Williams, left and Cydney . We're going to retire the . Love Goes All the Way, Shannon's third album, was released in 1986. Stream music on Myspace, a place where people come to connect, discover, and share. 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