The Commodore's big break followed the Jackson 5 experience. We look forward to having them at future events" - David Britz - Brian Culbertson’s Napa Valley Jazz Getaway. "Al McKay All Stars were a big hit at Brian Culbertson’s Napa Valley Jazz Getaway 2018. Most recently, McClary brought music back to his fans on a national tour. In addition to touring with The Jackson 5, The Commodores also traveled with The Rolling Stones, Bob Marley, Guns & Roses, The Beach Boys, Stevie Wonder and Tina Turner. info@loveproductions.com, LOVE PRODUCTIONS, INC., SINGAPORE Born October 6, 1949 in Eustis, Florida, McClary was one of the first African-American students to integrate the Florida Public School System prior to the enforcement of Brown vs. Board of Education. 32801 (561) 953-8950 Thomas McClary, founder of the original Commodores, is back! Thomas McClary. The concert will begin at 8 p.m. at the outdoor amphitheater, located at 699 South State, Orem, in the middle of SCERA Park. Picture of His Life – Amos Nachoum’s documentary available now! It's a pleasure to work with them every time. " The Motown group is credited with seven songs that hit the top of the charts, many others that became top ten Billboard hits, and 50 albums that sold more than 120 million copies. Richie was whistling the song "Listen Here" by Eddie Harris, and McClary asked Richie if he was a musician. © Love Productions Inc. All rights reserved. For McClary, music has always been about affecting the greater good. 400 West 43rd Street, Ste 10R He continued standing up to for justice while attending the historically black college Tuskegee University. The Commodores Experience featuring Thomas McClary isn’t merely a trip down memory lane—with songs like “All Night Long” and “Lady”—but looks forward to the future by offering original content from young, upcoming acts. The feeling those oldies gives you is thanks to Thomas McClary. (11/19 - 11/21), RDT's Ring Around The Rose Presents TANNER DANCE, Original Cast Member Jason Gray Returns to BYUtv's STUDIO C, Two Weeks Left To Submit Nominations For The 2020 BroadwayWorld Salt Lake City Awards, Hale Center Theater Orem To Produce THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH. - Johannes Vogel - Allblues. As the founder, lead guitarist, and one of the leading songwriters of The Commodores, Thomas McClary has easily influenced the music industry—bringing us classics such as “Brick House”, “Three Times a Lady, and “Easy”. - Kristina Begesheva - International Platonov Arts Festival, Commodores Experience Ft. Thomas McClary "Brickhouse" Java Fest 2018, Artists. His show crosses genre and generational boundaries, and invites the audience to not only relive past experiences, but create new ones too. The Grammy-winning group spent a decade on top of the charts. ABOUT THOMAS MCCLARY – COMMODORE’S EXPERIENCE. UOB Plaza 1, Level 35-01 General admission tickets are available at $20 for adults and $15 for children 3-11 and seniors 65 and older. "Thomas McClary performs with all the skill and energy as he did when he was turning out hit after hit," says Adam J. Robertson, SCERA's President and CEO. The founder collaborated with Lionel Richie and Diana Rosson of the "Endless Love" soundtrack and worked with some of the biggest groups of the 1970s and '80s: Whitney Houston, Melissa Manchester, The Temptations, The Four Tops, and others. Not only has his music been food for the soul, so have his actions. 11-year-old Nigerian boy goes viral through his passion of ballet. What's New on BroadwayHD for October 2020? There are specific areas for chairs and blankets, and a limited quantity of rental chairs are available for $1.00. Wild Cherry’s “Play that Funky Music White Boy” was an unapologetic imitation of McClary’s “Slippery When Wet”, showing that Thomas McClary’s musical genius is legendary. As an irresistible force of social and cultural change, this Motown icon made his mark not just on the music industry — but society at large. The Grammy-winning group spent a decade on top of the charts. McClary has always been dedicated to helping the next generation of entertainers get their start. Born in 1949, Thomas McClary became one of the first African-American students to integrate the Florida school system prior to the enforcement of Brown v. Board of Education. Now, he’s ready to bring a message to his fans. Masks or No? Reserved areas with a free chairs may also be available. "Georg Leitner and his company will always go that extra mile. Thomas McClary. Send Thank you so much for making this possible. Whether it's "Sail On," "Three Times A Lady," "Just To Be Close," "Brickhouse," "Lady You Bring Me Up," "High On Sunshine," "Sweet Love," "This Is Your Life," and "Still," or Lionel Richie staples "All Night Long" and "Dancing On The Ceillng," The Commodores Experience sound was easily recognized as a Commodores sound.