First Listen: The Temptations score with "Stay With Me" after 8 year absence

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    (March 16, 2018) They are arguably the most important R&B vocal group of all time, and for more than a half century they have always signified excellence in performance and style. And now, after an eight year absence, The Temptations are re-emerging May 4 with the new album, All The Time.

    All The Time features renditions of songs by Sam Smith, Bruno Mars, John Mayer, Maxwell, Ed Sheeran, Michael Jackson, and The Weeknd, and three new, original Temptations songs. The album is produced by Dave Darling, who is known mostly for his work with classic pop and rock stars, and the advance sounds coming out of the studio are strong.

    (March 16, 2018) They are arguably the most important R&B vocal group of all time, and for more than a half century they have always signified excellence in performance and style. And now, after an eight year absence, The Temptations are re-emerging May 4 with the new album, All The Time.

    All The Time features renditions of songs by Sam Smith, Bruno Mars, John Mayer, Maxwell, Ed Sheeran, Michael Jackson, and The Weeknd, and three new, original Temptations songs. The album is produced by Dave Darling, who is known mostly for his work with classic pop and rock stars, and the advance sounds coming out of the studio are strong.

    We will admit to being a bit disappointed with the group’s 2010 album, Still Here, and hoped that that would not be the recording swan song for the Otis Williams-led group, now also including Ron Tyson, Terry Weeks, Larry Braggs, and Willie Greene. Williams says about the new album, "I'm 76 now. Looking back, I never could have imagined where my life has taken me. I'm so proud of what The Temptations have achieved, and I'm grateful for every opportunity we've been so fortunate to receive. The music carries me. Together, we lift our voices with love and wonder. We had a great time recording All The Time and we hope everyone enjoys it."

    The first single from the album is a cool version of the Sam Smith hit, “Stay With Me.” The personnel of The Temptations may have changed over the years, but the harmonies are 100% recognizable. They do the song proud and get us excited to hear more from the album. Check out “Stay With Me” below and join us in welcoming back the Temptations!

    The Temptations – “Stay With Me”