Fans Turn out in Droves to Welcome the Whispers to Philadelphia
Apr 15 2006
Fans, young and old, came out in droves on Saturday afternoon to get “up close and personal” with the Whispers at the Jazsound, one of the largest urban record stores located in the heart of Philadelphia. The Whispers were in town to perform that evening on their “FOR YOUR EARS ONLY” Tour, at Temple University’s Licouras Center, where they have continuously captured the hearts of Philadelphians.
Fans, young and old, came out in droves on Saturday afternoon to get “up close and personal” with the Whispers at the Jazsound, one of the largest urban record stores located in the heart of Philadelphia. The Whispers were in town to perform that evening on their “FOR YOUR EARS ONLY” Tour, at Temple University’s Licouras Center, where they have continuously captured the hearts of Philadelphians.
Upon their arrival at Jazsound, the front of their limousine overflowed into the intersection so the guys could gain entrance to the store amidst horn-blowing and yelling from motorists who, after recognizing the Whispers, proceeded to exit their cars just to get a handshake and to share a few historical moments with this legendary group. Patty Jackson of WDAS 105.3 FM was playing their single, “BUTTA” on the radio as The Whispers entered the store and ascended the stairs in anticipation of meeting their fans.
They
were delighted to greet an extensive line of
mothers, daughters, grandsons and the like who
were anxious to share their favorite Whispers
moment and get autographs for their newly
purchased CD, “For Your Ears Only”. Many
turned out, not just to purchase the new CD,
but for the opportunity to thank the group who
has continued to bring them romantic and
socially significant music during the last
four decades. The presence of teens and kids
under twelve years old was the highlight of
the day. Kim Robinson’s son, Shykeir (pictured
right with The Whispers), rejected the idea of
shopping for Easter clothes just to meet the
Whispers. Says Kim, “He literally dragged me
into the store when he found out they were
here”. 10 year old Quadirrah Tuggles (pictured
left) blushed as she took pictures with the
guys while her mom, Rosetta Rider, proudly
announced that she “raised” Quadirrah on
Whispers’ music. As one teen strolled in with
two of his friends, he emphatically schooled
them, saying, “Now I’m going to educate you on
The Whispers … They sing real music”!
Earlier
that week, Darryl King, Manager of Jazsound,
had informed the Whispers’ marketing staff
that his record store was “Whisperville” … the
Whispers’ stories filled the air as the line
continue to grow longer and longer. Finally,
the line had to be cut so the Whispers could
prepare for their evening performance. They
autographed again at the Licouras Center after
their performance. It was obvious to all
involved that the release of their new CD has
returned them to the “Spotlight”. As one fan
yelled out, “The Whispers are back with a
vengeance”.