SHALAMAR Classic Photo with Jeffrey Daniel, Jody Watley and Howard Hewett in 1980

Originals Jeffrey Daniel and Jody Watley with third male lead Howard Hewett

Fresh faced Shalamar appear in costumes designed by Jody Watley in 1980, according to an article published in JET Magazine May1, 1980 cover story titled "Shalamar Having Big Fun with Hot Hits"; Watley was the creative for the wardrobe and choreography for the group.

SHALAMAR An Interview With Music Icon and Original Shalamar Member Jody Watley

Shalamar was the creation of Don Cornelius for Soul Train Records as many know. Former original member Jody Watley who has gone on the be one of music's influential female artists is interviewed for Soul Train website talking her new music, career, and of course Soul Train and Shalamar. Read and watch her debut performance as a solo artist on Soul Train in an exclusive video from Soul Train archives, click here

SHALAMAR Get Your Nightlife with Originals Jody Watley and Gerald Brown on Soulbounce

From respected blog music blog  Soulbounce: Jody Watley brought the noise, funk and attitude that dominated the late 70's and all of the 80's. First with Shalamar and then as as a solo act, she paved the war for many of the female acts who came after her..the exciting twist features the original Shalamar co-lead singer Gerald Brown.. read the rest after the jump on:  Soulbounce

Jody Watley and the concept of "Nightlife" helps keep the Shalamar name alive and relevant  into the 21st century and the first Shalamar duet since 1983. "Nightlife" debuts on Music Week at Number 20 in Great Britain, always a strong market for Shalamar.

SHALAMAR Gerald Brown and Jody Watley Receive Disco Award

Original members Gerald Brown and a teen-aged  Jody Watley Disco Award Recipients in 1978

SHALAMAR Two Originals Reunite for New Single

Shalamar originals Jody Watley and Gerald Brown have reunited for a new duet, their first since 1978's hit "Take That To The Bank." Watley's "Nightlife" features Brown on backing vocals and the new remix produced by Dave Doyle takes us back while keeping us firmly embedded in the present with this danceable soul groove.

To listen click this Youtube link: http://youtu.be/60yF-BaptBE


Here's a photo of Gerald and Jody receiving a Disco Award in 1978

Gerald Brown and Jody Watley pictured in 1978 receiving disco award 

SHALAMAR On Soul Train Making That Move

Jody Watley, Howard Hewett and Jeffrey Daniel rip the stage with "Make That Move" on Soul Train from 1980. The quality of the video isn't great and the interview is cut, but you get the point. Shalamar stood out amongst many groups at the time classic grooves of Leon Sylvers III production with his writing team, dancing and stand out memorable singing.

View the video: http://youtu.be/F7SEWtpUFxs

SHALAMAR Rock and Soul Magazine

Howard Hewett, Jody Watley, Jeffrey Daniel in 1982

Article: SHALAMAR The Powers of Love by Ed Ochs