Legendary R&B crooners The Whispers, are playing live at Emerald Queen Casino March 15.
The band, which came out of the San Francisco Bay Area in the 1960s, still consists of Walter Scott, Wallace Scott, Nicholas Caldwell and Leaveil Degree. Marcus Hutson passed away in 2000, and the Whispers vowed never to replace him.
They have taken Las Vegas by storm, selling out various casinos and hotels, and they have a tremendous following on the West and East coasts, particularly in the Bay Area, Southern California, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., St. Louis, Indiana and Chicago.
On Sept. 23, 2003, The Whispers’ four decades of accomplishments were acknowledged when Charlie Thomas of The Drifters inducted them into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. June 12, 2005, the San Francisco Chapter of the Grammy Awards presented The Whispers with the prestigious Governors Award, the highest honor bestowed by an Academy Chapter. They continue to perform to sell-out crowds all over the world, and their popularity continues to grow among youth whose parents “raised” them on The Whispers’ music.
They are one of only a few “old school” groups that can boast of having more than 40 years in the industry with a worldwide fan base, maintaining their vocal dominance and original members.
The group, who have seven gold and two platinum albums, 12 top-20 singles and 40 charted hits since 1970, are still active in making original music.
The Whispers waited almost a decade to produce their latest CD in 2006. This independent product, the first venture of their newly formed company Satin Tie Productions, is a masterpiece entitled “For Your Ears Only.” According to Walter Scott, “This title is a way of saying to our fans that we appreciate everybody’s support that has been with us for many, many years.” Nicholas Caldwell’s perspective deals with its essence. “In my opinion, the CD represents the musical DNA and artistic expression of what The Whispers were and have become during their 42 years together. It was conceived to please the ears, hearts and minds of our super- supportive and loyal family of fans. It was a labor of love and I believe a body of work blessed by God,” he said.
The Whispers play at 8 p.m. March 15 at Emerald Queen Casino’s I-5 showroom.
Tickets range from $20-$45. For tickets, call (888) 831-7655. Must be 21 and older to attend.
