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Melvin Franklin (* 12. Oktober 1942 in Montgomery, Alabama; † 23. Februar 1995 in Los Angeles; bürgerlicher Name David Melvin English) war ein US-amerikanischer Bass-Sänger. Bekannt wurde er als Mitglied der Gruppe The Temptations von 1961 bis 1994. Franklins Neffe war der spätere Motown-Star Rick James.
- 12. Oktober 1942
- Franklin, Melvin
- US-amerikanischer Bass-Sänger
- Montgomery
David Melvin English (October 12, 1942 – February 23, 1995) better known by the stage name Melvin Franklin or his nickname " Blue ", was an American bass singer. Franklin was best known for his role as a founding member of Motown singing group The Temptations from 1960 to 1995.
21. Feb. 2020 · The baritone voice of the Temps, who was ill for years with arthritis and diabetes, passed away in 1995 after a brain seizure. He was a Motown legend and a favorite of the fans and the Motown gang.
6. Feb. 2024 · Learn about the life and legacy of Melvin Franklin, the original bass singer of the Motown group The Temptations. Discover how his voice shaped the sound of Motown and the civil rights movement, and explore his signature songs and performances.
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- David Melvin English
- October 12, 1942
- Melvin Franklin
In Broadway’s Ain’t too Proud: The Life and Times of The Temptations, he originated the leading role of Melvin Franklin which earned him a Grammy ® nomination.He has also appeared in several films, including Sparkle (2012), Love Thy Self (2014), For The Love Of Music (2018), and in television movies and specials including Netflix’s The ...
24. Feb. 1995 · Feb. 24, 1995 12 AM PT. TIMES STAFF WRITER. Melvin Franklin, the original bass singer of the perennially popular Temptations who anchored such hits as “The Way You Do the Things You Do” and “My...
Learn about the legendary journey of The Temptations, one of the greatest R&B/Hip-Hop artists of all time, from their origins in Detroit to their international superstardom. Melvin Franklin was one of the original members of the classic lineup that created hits like "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg".
