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divider.jpg - 2kb Name: John E. Williams (Johnnie)
Location: Chicago IL
e-mail: johnearl65@hotmail.com
Submitted: Fri Dec 22 23:06:36 2006 EST
Comments: Hey Gang

I've had the pleasure to follow The Chi-Lites from their beginning to this day! They are one of the most talented groups who have passed the `test of time`! Their melodic expertise has made them `Legends`!!! I pray that they will be around for years to come providing musical pleasure to an already dynamically huge audience!
Name: Stephanie Hayes
Location: Fort Lauderdale Florida
e-mail: misshomecoming@aol.com
Submitted: Thu Dec 7 18:58:25 2006 EST
Comments: I've been to many of the Chi-Lites concerts and you guys are awesome. I've loved you since my middle and high school days. Keep up the great work and keep singing. God Bless!!! from your #1 Fan in Florida
Name: Shirley
Location: Chicago IL
e-mail: shirleyross55@comcast.net
Submitted: Sun Dec 3 13:10:41 2006 EST
Comments: Between the years of 1978 and 1984 I worked at Michael Reese Hospital in the Admissions Dept Bed Control area. While setting up this particular day I saw a name on the reservations list that seemed familiar but I wasn't sure. The name was Eugene Record. My co-workers didn't pay attention to names but this was really working on that `I know this name` nerve. When the Admissions Clerk came in to let us know the patient had arrived I told her `I'll take the patient`. She and everyone was surprised because although we did register patient's when clerks were overloaded this was not the case today. When I arrived in the patient area I immediately recognized Mr. Record and almost fainted. I had been a fan of the Chi-Lites since age 13...I felt this was meant for me to meet an icon and idol of so many years. He was the most pleasant courteous humble being I'd encountered in my life. I've met other celebs and they were kind and polite but Mr. Record's demeanor was most genuine and I felt the Christian Love of his aura and I felt blessed to have met him. My best wishes to his family and know that he touched many people even if he didn't know them. And by the way I registered him and had a perpetual smile on my face during the entire interview and the rest of my day that day. THANK YOU MR. RECORD.
Name: Raymond Sowerbutts
Location: United Kingdom
e-mail: raymond@sowerbutts.freeserve.co.uk
Submitted: Fri Nov 17 14:38:16 2006 EST
Comments: Keep the memories alive guys. Some of the most beautiful soul music ever came from the Chi-Lites music like yours will never be bettered.
Please visit the UK soon and pleeeeeze release `Bottoms Up` on CD need `Changing For You` in my collection!
Name: ksirles@hotmail.com`
e-mail:
Submitted: Fri Nov 10 16:04:50 2006 EST
Comments: The best group and still is....

From all the fans in Tyler TX
Name: Mandana Entertainment
Location: FLA NYC BERMUDA EUROPE
e-mail: MandanaEnt@aol.com
Submitted: Sun Nov 5 13:13:56 2006 EST
Comments: Hello Fam! Last night's show was a sell out!...no surprise ey?! :0) The fans are sure gonna be in for a treat when they find out about The LEGENDS WORLD TOUR 2007 www.MandanaEnt.com/LegendsTour.html See you in a bit...Peace & Love Mandana :0) www.MandanaEnt.com Your #1 PR Agent!
Name: John Wicks
Location: Maywood Illinois
e-mail: jwicks571@aol.com
Submitted: Mon Oct 23 19:56:27 2006 EST
Comments: Whats up Dad !!!! just checkin in to let you know that we are still your number one #1 fans in the `Burbs`. how`s the guys doin? Call me soion when you get from the road I need to do a fundraiser soon. Keep in touch Marshall. John Jr. is in Minnesota on a football schalorship. I will E-Mail you and Squirrle some pictures. God bless and keep on keepin on.

Peace Man...See you soon
Name: Thomas kell
Location: Sydney Australia
e-mail: thomaskellcurcy125@hotmail.com
Submitted: Mon Oct 23 3:07:55 2006 EST
Comments: Love the Chi-lites only one problem why cant I get a Chi-lites CD With the song bottoms up on it I know it's a single but why why
Name: Aba Lagos
Location: USA
e-mail: magannilagos@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Oct 18 4:29:49 2006 EST
Comments: keep it uppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppppp
Name: Anita Whitted
Location: Orlando Florida
e-mail: theelectlady2@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon Oct 9 0:37:16 2006 EST
Comments: I just wanted to say that I grew up listening to the Chil-ites. I think I have every record that they ever made. It was sad to hear that Eugene Record has passed away. He had a beautiful voice and he is greatly missed. It's great to know that the group is still in tack. I plan to go to the show that is coming here in November. Keep on keepin on
Name: DEAN GARRETSON
Location: MORRISTOWN N.J.
e-mail: CAPTAINSHIELD@YAHOO.COM
Submitted: Thu Oct 5 10:17:14 2006 EST
Comments: WHAT CAN I SAY? I HAVE BEEN SEARCHING FOR A DVD OF YOUR
PERFORMANCES FOR A LONG TIME AND NOW ATLAST I CAN ORDER
THIS SPECTACULAR AWSOME DVD FROM YOUR'LL.CHI-LITES ARE
THE BEST..THANK YOU..
Name: John Amstadter
Location: Flossmoo IL
e-mail: hotjamms@aol.com
Submitted: Wed Sep 20 20:11:35 2006 EST
Comments: Thanks for breakfast. I really enjoyed your greatest hits
cd. I hope to see you soon.
Name: Kim Brightharp
Location: Portsmouth Virginia
e-mail: kbright39@aol.com
Submitted: Sun Sep 17 17:52:15 2006 EST
Comments: Your Show on September 16th was the best. I really enjoyed your performance it was awesome. The only thing that I disliked when you called the men on stage to sing and did not include the women as promised. Other than that the show was awesome! Hope to see many more.
Name: williams
Location: lithonia ga
e-mail: lmcqueenwilliams@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sat Sep 16 15:25:44 2006 EST
Comments: I remember a song you recorded I think it was in 1968 or 1969 call my baby loves me. I believe the lyrics began with (`when my baby kisses me oh how she kisses me she really lets me know`). I have not heard this song in a long long time. Have the group forgotten this song? Please let me know. Does Herb Kent remember this song the group recorded.
Name: Ray Pickett
Location: Detroit Michigan
e-mail: chimac_48219@yahoo.com
Submitted: Thu Sep 14 15:20:06 2006 EST
Comments: Whats up Chi-Lite's I'ts your homeboy Pickett here in the Motor-City. First let me say how sad I was when i hear about Gene's passing. My heart go out to you guys for your lose. we all loved Eugene Record. We go all the way back to 4155 S. Drexel. Well I just wanted to let you guys that Myself Al Clay Ollie Mae and Percy Trotter are comming over from Chicago for your show in the Fox on 9-22-06. the family and I will be happy to see you guys again. Here's one for Gene and I will see you soon. ChiMac
Name: Ron Jones
Location: Chicago
e-mail: ronnpk@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Sep 13 4:29:46 2006 EST
Comments: Hey Brothers and Sisters. Just wanted to let you know that I truly adore listening to the soft melody voice of Eugene Record. He was definately smooth. Thank you God for loaning Eugene to us for a little while. Ronn
Name: Paul Webb
Location: London U.K.
e-mail: Paul45Webb@yahoo.co.uk
Submitted: Wed Sep 6 6:05:31 2006 EST
Comments: They haven't been over here for a while but we still love 'em. U.K. fans never forget.
Name: Irving 'OG Geno' Jones
Location: Flint Mi.
e-mail: oggeno@msn.com
Submitted: Fri Aug 25 9:52:21 2006 EST
Comments: This one goes out to Mr.Creadel'Red'Jones born 9/26/1940-died 8/25/1994.Well dad it's been 12 years ago today that you passed away & over 30 years since we've seen each other yet you are still missed by me & the family.I think you would be surprised to see the man I grew up to be.I don't know how many of your traits I have but I know that I definitly have one & that's the love of the music.I'm doing my thang dad & it's going good & soon to get better.I guess hard work & determination could be another trait of yours that's in me.Dad I've learned more about you in a year & a half than I knew in 30 & a half.Yoy really did something with your life you actually made yourself successful with what you knew how to do & I can only learn from that.Who says a man has to be phsically present to teach his son somethings? You are not phsically present but yet you are teaching me something everyday & I'm taking it all in. I wish that I was old enough in the 70's to see you perform on stage with the rest of the Chi-Lites but I was only a baby so I have no memory of you on stage.I've done a lot of research of the Chi-Lites & found out that you guys were on Soul Train a lot I never got a chance to see any of them nor the Flip Wilson show performance.So if I could have one thing that I don't have now it would be to have some footage of you performing with the group.I have a few cds of you singing with them but I wanna SEE you singing with them I wanna SEE the way you looked the way you dressed the way you wore your hair & the way you moved basically I wanna SEE you dad.I wanna build my own personal memorial of you & your accomplishments so that I'll always have you close by to motivate & inspire me to keep on working toward my goals no matter what.Well dad that's all I wanna say for now you rest in peace & I'll talk to you later.Love always your son Irving/If anyone knows where I could get such footage of my dad performing with the Chi-Lites on Soul Train or anywhere else please E mail me with this info & I thank you all.I hope I didn't bring any of your spirits down but I had to get this off my chest. Much Love & Respect to the Chi-Lites & all their fans.
Name: LaVerne
Location: chicago IL
e-mail: laverne.coleman@sbcglobal.net
Submitted: Thu Aug 24 14:18:57 2006 EST
Comments: Happy Happy birthday to Mr. M. Thompson May Blessings
Continue Falling Upon your Life Always.
Name: Irving `OG Geno` Jones
Location: Flint Mi.
e-mail: oggeno@msn.com
Submitted: Thu Aug 24 11:30:41 2006 EST
Comments: just surfing thru to see what's new with the Chi-Lites.And I see it's the big man's birthday.So I gotta say Happy Birthday Uncle Marshall.hope your doing good and getting your party on don't party to hard cause you still got work to do.[smile] anyway have a good one Unc. love Irving still looking forward to the dvd.
Name: Marquez Gaines
Location: Gainesville Florida
e-mail: marq504@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon Jul 31 16:48:38 2006 EST
Comments: Hi my name is Marquez Gaines. I'm 16 years old and I'm a huge fan of yours. I orignally grew up in New Orleans where my mom raised me on your music. She had your original albums. We we able to refurbish some of the albums but the most important thing is we can't wait to see you in concert one more time. We love you so much! Keep The Faith!
Name: Jackie Young
Location: Lanham Maryland
e-mail: midnitestormhiphop@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Jul 26 23:31:46 2006 EST
Comments: A year later and I still miss Eugene Record and think of him often. I still play my Chi-Lites records and CD's and I still marvel at the words written by Eugene and the Chi-Lites in the 1970's in particular. I still get goosebumps by hearing his voice. I have loved the Chi-Lites ever since I was a girl of 13 living in DC and slowdragging to Oh Girl at house parties! I had the great pleasure of meeting all of the Chi-Lites at the Carter Barron in Washington DC. They were wonderful. They talked to me and shook my hand and Eugene even hugged me (although that part of the story may just be a dream) I remember vividly that Marshall Thompson had a broken arm and Squirrel smiled at me and Eugene smiled too and even asked me a few questions. He was the most beautiful man I had ever seen. I always felt that we had a connection after all my name was the same name as his wife's! I will always miss him but I Know that I will always groove to the music and continue to marvel at the great song writing that came from his heart. I hope his family is doing well and that the remaining members of the Chi-Lites are keeping his memory alive.
Name: Deborah Green
Location: Soul Jam at the Tropicana July 22 2006
e-mail: Philadelphia PA
Submitted: Mon Jul 24 10:51:47 2006 EST
Comments: Hello:
Once again what can I say about the Soul Jam Show at the Tropicana in Atlantic City NJ on July 22 2006. First let me say that I have been attending these shows for the pass 6 years but this show has got to be one of my favorite shows ever. I had the pleasure of seeing the Persuaders perform their hits including my favorite It's A Thin Line Between Love and Hate which they tore up!. The Delfonics featuring William Hart were outstanding and had the audience spellbound. Bloodstone in rare form singing their hits had the audience full attention. They sound the very same way they did 20 years ago which is incredible. Then came my ChiLites. This group knows how to make an appearance. The ChiLites as I say everytime I write about them are the cleanest group out there. They were thirty years ago and they still are to this day. Frank Reed as usual was incredible with his vocals. Marshall is a wonderful performer and then there's Robert `Squirrel` Lester who is and will always be my favorite ChiLite. This man has this tremendous energy on stage. They performed so many favorites of mine and in deed put on a show. And then it was time for the Stylistics who has the ability to capture the audience and bring them right into their performance. This show was off the chain trust me. I have never enjoyed a Soul Jam as much as this one. I want to thank all the performers for putting on such a great show and for the entertainment they provide their fans each year. And even though with each year that passes we all turn just a little bit older I thank God that he has substained us each year and allowed the performers to put on such a show and allowed people like myself a true fan of Soul Jam to be able to attend this show. Thank you God Bless You and I look forward once again to attending this show at the Tropicana next year.
Name: charles carter
Location: richmond va
e-mail: twocold1951@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sun Jul 23 19:28:35 2006 EST
Comments: i have been a chi-lites fan from the begaining and the best song ever wrote was the coldest days of my life think you mr record for so many memories my kids know who the chi-lites is no one more groups that can come close to the groups we had we had the best and the chi-lites was the best
Name: Minka
Location: New Mexico
e-mail: lookntwo@aol.com
Submitted: Sat Jul 22 20:52:09 2006 EST
Comments: Mr. Thompson
It was an absolute heart and soul treat to see you all in concert. I have seen you in both Phoenix and New Mexico. Although I am very impressed with your background and history I must say I am blown away by the falsetto voice of Mr. Frank Reed. He takes me back to places I haven't been in a long time and I would be honored if you would pass on the message or send me a message as to where I might email him to send him my thanks. Sincerely Minka
Name: Brenda Slater
Location: Detroit Michigan
e-mail: brendadime@talkamerica.net
Submitted: Fri Jul 14 1:33:52 2006 EST
Comments: Hey Marshall
It was great running into you in Toledo Ohio this past May. You guys gave a great performance as usual. I just want to say thank you for an awesome DVD. Your new DVD provided me with the cherished memories of the group from back in the day up thru now. It shows new creativity plus the warm romance and love songs of the past. You change with the times but manage to keep the originality you are known for.
The new songs are right on the money. The old songs are unforgetable heart-trobbing classics. This new DVD is a memory treasure that everyone should have because it represents the biography of some fabulous entertainers that still manage to touch your heart and soul. I'm sure glad I have it. It is also a wonderful memory keep-sake for the loss of The extraordinary multitalented Mr.Eugene Record. You guys keep love and romance alive with your classic talent. Squirrel you still make the girls scream. Marshall you are just a musical genius.
Love You guys
Your long time musical friend from Detroit.
Name: PAULINE NEW
Location: MISS U ALL
e-mail: HOUSTON TEXAS
Submitted: Tue Jul 11 13:31:46 2006 EST
Comments: I HOPE U REMBER US WE WERE TOGETHER IN JAPAN U ALL PEFORM AT THE MARINE CORP BASE IN OKAWANA JAPAN MARSHAL AND SOME OF U ALL STAYED AT MY HOUSE PAULINE&THOMAS NEW BEN LOOKING FOR U TO COME TO HOUSTON HOPE TO SEE U GUYS SOON
Name: Art Peavie
Location: Baumholder Germany
e-mail: alp1901@yahoo.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 4 8:59:30 2006 EST
Comments: What a great performance the enlisted club was packed it was good just to hear some melow harmony and think about those good days when everything was everything has you can tell I'm from the old school.This type of music is gone from the charts
but will last in our hearts and memories forever.Thanks fellas for your professionalism and soul.1973 Baumholder Germany
Name: Art Peavie
Location: Baumholder Germany
e-mail: alp1901@yahoo.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 4 8:55:39 2006 EST
Comments: What a great performance the enlisted club was packed it was good just to hear some melow harmony and think about those good days when everything was everything has you can tell I'm from the old school.This type of music is gone from the charts
but will last in our hearts and memories forever.Thanks fellas for your professionalism and soul.1973 Baumholder Germany
Name: Billy Wolfe
Location: Carbondale Pennsylvania
e-mail: paulwwolfe@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sat Jul 1 11:22:18 2006 EST
Comments: Please come to the Willimasport/Harrisburg Area soon we need some great music such as yours in 2006...Let me know when you will be in my area so that we can get together and talk about the early days once again.........

Stay well
Billy
Name: Billy Wolfe
Location: Carbondale Pennsylvania
e-mail: paulwwolfe@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sat Jul 1 11:19:42 2006 EST
Comments: The Chi-Lites are in my book one of the greatest if not the most important acts to have come out during the 1960's. With only one other artist {the late and great Jackie `Mr. Excitement} to make the music industry take notice of their music and multi-talents.

It for me is a great honor to take the time and pay a tribute to such a great group of talented and wonderful gentlemen.

GOD BLESS & THANK YOU FOR MANY YEARS OF ENJOYMENT AND SUCH A LONG FRIENDSHIP.

Paul `Billy` Wolfe Personal Manager
GLADYS HORTON (Founder & Original Vocalist)
THE MARVELETTES
Motown Records Artist
1960-1970
VOCAL GROUP HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE (2004)
ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME NOMIATEE 2000

Name: Andre Edwards
Location: PTA (South-Africa)
e-mail: Andre.Edwards@siemens.com
Submitted: Wed Jun 21 8:34:35 2006 EST
Comments: Please include South Africa in your touring schedule!!!!
Name: Kathlene
Location: Davenport Iowa
e-mail: kathlene66hahn@msn.com
Submitted: Sun Jun 11 16:46:20 2006 EST
Comments: My hometown is Chicago I'm 40 years old and The Chi-Lites have been my favorite band of all time thanks to my father he has every single original album! And still has the original turntable he played them on. What a great contribute you have done for Mr. Record! Give More Power to the People! With Love Kat
Name: clarence
Location: kansas city missouri
e-mail: breathoffairforu@kc.rr.com
Submitted: Mon Jun 5 10:07:55 2006 EST
Comments: to whom it may concern I am seraching for a song by the chilites not sure about the name but a portion of the lyrics are You smile the same old way oh the way you smile when we were in love if possible could you help locate this beautiful melody.........
Name: Neil
Location: UK
e-mail: neil@neilpalmer.com
Submitted: Thu May 25 17:51:22 2006 EST
Comments: Please visit the UK soon.
Name: bill goodwyn
Location: Downers Grove Illinois
e-mail: bgoodwyn@comcast.net
Submitted: Mon May 15 13:30:58 2006 EST
Comments: That was a beautiful photo tribute to Mr. Record. It looked a like a celebration of a life well lived. His music lives on!
Name: martin jones
Location: england
e-mail: leftys_nuts@hotail.co.uk
Submitted: Sun Apr 30 16:55:41 2006 EST
Comments: im after your album the one with lonley girl on it also time is on the same album cud u plz tell me the name of the album so i can buy it
many thanks
martin
Name: Dominick
Location: New York
e-mail: dicecash1203@aol.com
Submitted: Mon Apr 10 16:31:32 2006 EST
Comments: I saw your show at The Westbury Music Fair on Saturday night & you guys were amazing. The 70's Soul Jam was without a doubt 1 of the best shows i've seen in a long time. Will DEFINITLY be at your next NY appearence & would love for you to add into your show the song `You Got To Be The 1`. Keep on doing what you're doing exactly the way you guys do it. You guys are amazing.
Name: Billy Wolfe
Location: Carbondale PA
e-mail: paulwwolfe@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sun Apr 9 12:38:27 2006 EST
Comments: I wanted to thank all of the members of your group for your long lasting support as well remembering jackie `Mr. Exciting` Wilson.

I was so glad to finally read that some of Jackie's friends have started to speak out about the way that he was treated before his passing.

Once again thank you and always travel with a heart of love towards all mankind.

Regards
Billy Wolfe
Former Bodyguard
Jackie Wilson
Name: R L Chambers
Location: CT
e-mail: advocate1@care2.com
Submitted: Sat Apr 8 8:06:54 2006 EST
Comments: WORDS ARE NOT ENOUGH TO EXPRESS HOW OVERWHELMED WE ARE WHEN WE EXPERIENCE THE MUSIC THE WORDS THE CHI-LITES THE
STYLISTICS (ALL 50's 60's 70's GIFTED SINGERS AND GROUPS) THE MUSIC IS UNIVERSAL IT'S MEDICINE FOR THE SOUL...IN A PERFECT WORLD SPIRITUALLY AND PHYSICALLY YOU ALL WOULD ALWAYS STAY STAY STAY...........
I PRAY THAT YOU ALL STAY SAFE AND BE IN GOOD HEALTH AND CONTINUE TO PROSPER.
WITH ALL THE LOVE ONE COULD GIVE RL
Name: Theressa Fillmore
Location: Fayetteville NC
e-mail: TFillmore@nc.rr.com
Submitted: Mon Apr 3 20:31:58 2006 EST
Comments: Your Raleigh concert was incredible!!!! You brought back so many memories. THANK YOU!!!!!
Name: gus redmond
Location: chicago
e-mail: chicagothepromotergus@yahoo.co
Submitted: Fri Mar 24 19:51:39 2006 EST
Comments: lets go to work
Name: linda
Location: Liverpool
e-mail: lindamuddy@yahoo.co.uk
Submitted: Thu Mar 23 12:39:36 2006 EST
Comments: I LOVE the Chi-Lites. Their music brings back so many memories for me.
I saw the Chi-Lites live on stage in Liverpool in the 1970s. I got to shake their hands and get their autographs.
I'm glad I came across this web-site.

Name: T. Weaver
Location: North Carolina
e-mail: ougum_003@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon Mar 20 23:49:49 2006 EST
Comments: Eugene Record A true legend. You guys are still & and always will be `The Greatest`.
Name: Angela
Location: Indianapolis--Naptown
e-mail: angealuren21@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon Mar 20 14:04:40 2006 EST
Comments: I just wanted to let you know that I attennded the 70's Soul Jam in Merriville IN on March 18th. This was the first time I had ever been to something like this and it was so fascinating to actually put names of songs with faces of the artists...you guy's were off the chain. The entire auditorium was jammin'. I definitely plan to attend next year. God Bless and take care!
Angela
Name: Gina Peele
Location: Louisville KY
e-mail: Gina.Peele@ge.com
Submitted: Mon Mar 20 11:04:46 2006 EST
Comments: I too have the opportunity to see the Chi-Lites at the 70's Soul Jam this past Friday night here in Louisville KY. Though Mr. Eugene Record was missed the Chi-Lites gave a stellar performance. Not only was the music great the performance was fun. I'm so glad I was there. May God bless you all with continued well deserved success.
Name: Mandana Entertainment
Location: FL NY Bermuda UK & Japan
e-mail: MandanaEnt@aol.com
Submitted: Thu Mar 16 0:40:40 2006 EST
Comments: Hi Guys

It's your PR Agent Mandana. All is well. I'll be calling you all this weekend in reference to some business. Ciao for now.... www.MandanaEnt.com
Name: Lorenz Cotton
Location: Jacksonville Florida
e-mail: lcotton3@juno.com
Submitted: Sat Mar 11 14:03:29 2006 EST
Comments: The Chi-Lites perform as part of the 70's Soul Jam tour and the fellows broouth down the house. Every songs was special in its own way and just keep getting better and better if that were possible. I am already looking forward to their return in 2007.
Name: Georgian
Location: Jacksonville Florida
e-mail: gbw3services@aol.com
Submitted: Sat Mar 4 23:17:31 2006 EST
Comments: I attended the Soul Jam 70's Show Friday night 02/24/2006 in Jacksonville Florida. I can't stop talking about how wonderful the show was. I just which The Chi-Lites could had performed a little longer and We could have set a little closer to the stage for a better view. The songs brought back a lot of good memories.
I treasure my DVD my picture drawn by Frank Reed of The Chi-Lites my CD and the wonderful memories of attending the show. Thanks Frank and Marshall for signing it and for being so polite and nice.
I have been telling everyone how good the DVD is and Frank's CD. I've even played it while working so some of my Tax Clients who couldn't attend the show got to see some of what they missed. I might need to puchase backups since I play it so much.
I have always been a fan of The Chi-Lites and I really enjoyed the show. You still sound and look great. Just seeing you perform again and talking with you for a brief moment left a lasting impression that I will never forget.
Love You Chi-Lites! Alway a fan Georgian
Name: Lateef Clark
Location: Centreville Va
e-mail: lala1975@msn.com
Submitted: Mon Feb 27 12:51:48 2006 EST
Comments: I love you guys music since I first heard my pops started playing it I love the music from the seventies my pops was a muscian so our house stayed cluttered with the latest albums Im 30 an when I converse with someone thats older than me or when I playing old school they be like what you know about that and I say Im a seventies baby. I saw you guys at the orpheum when I was going to school in Going to college in Boston the girl I was dating at the time was like who are these guys so I had to school her. 70's soul music has so much more to offer than some of the music today
Name: Carol
e-mail: randbfan@msn.com
Submitted: Sun Feb 26 15:37:59 2006 EST
Comments: You put on a marvelous show last night in Tampa Florida. You sing (REAL MUSIC) and I love it. Thanks for the trip down memory lane with each song you sang. Thanks for signing my DVD. Soon as I got home I watched it and enjoyed every minute! Your (REAL MUSIC) will live on forever. You make me smile. Come back soon.....
Name: Lenia
Location: Jacksonville Florida
e-mail: lejuicy@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sat Feb 25 16:16:34 2006 EST
Comments: I just would like to say that your preformance at the 70's Soul Jam last night was the bomb. My husband is out to sea and was thoroughly disappointed that he missed seeing you in concert. Keep on keeping on.
Name: felix bland
Location: chicago ill
e-mail: www.felix@wsseniors.org
Submitted: Mon Feb 13 15:54:35 2006 EST
Comments: dear robert squrel lester

hey squrel how you all been doing fine i hope my wife and i was thinking about you and just want to say hello my wife is marie jackson from the viceroy hotel she used to be the desk clerk their her and i really love to here from you again and seen you and the rest of the members of the chi-lite again i was sadden to here the lost of eugene it was sad so get in touch with marie&felix.my e-mail is www.felix@wsseniors.org.keep up the good work.
Name: linda
Location: Cleveland Ohio
e-mail: lkinney1812@sbcglobal.net
Submitted: Sun Feb 12 13:06:37 2006 EST
Comments: Saw 70's Soul Jam in February at the Palace. You guys are the best. My fiancee was hugging and kissing me as we remebered when we first heard OH Girl Write a Letter Have You Seen Her. OLd School is the best school. Marshall when you play the intro to OH Girl I wanted to jump on stage and Say how much I love the Chi-Lites. And you look like gentlemen when you perform. Sooooo Cool. Keep Old School alive!!
Love ya.
Name: Alex
Location: usa
e-mail: asde@hotmail.com
Submitted: Sun Feb 12 11:17:41 2006 EST
Comments: hi
Name: Anwar Eure
Location: Omaha Nebraska
e-mail: anwar_eure@hotmail.com
Submitted: Wed Feb 8 23:34:21 2006 EST
Comments: I love you guys so much. I was born in 1982 but I love 70s soul music with a passion like nothing else. I live my life to it and dream in it. I study it and want to be a part of it and I just want to pass on my love for the Chi-lites. Toby Letter to Myself Have You Seen Her Coldest Days of my Life Homely Girl Oh Girl...masterpieces!
Name: ian testrow
Location: liverpool u.k
e-mail: ian.testrow@btinternet.com
Submitted: Tue Feb 7 12:59:37 2006 EST
Comments: So sorry to hear of the passing of Eugene (you know he will be singing with the angels)i took my then girl fiend to see the Chi-Lites live in Liverpool U.K back in 1976.Two outstanding shows now married and still listening to the Chi-Lites classics.many thanks boys.
Name: Jeffrey Bantz
Location: Harrisburg PA
e-mail: cvticosmo923@aol.com
Submitted: Sat Jan 14 11:53:57 2006 EST
Comments: I just wanted to let you know that Palumbo's in Harrisburg appreciated your visit and kindness on January 13 2006. Thank you so much and please come back in again anytime. Don't forget to spread the word around to your professional friends about our italian eatery. Just ask for Jeff. Thank You kindly for the autographs. I will treasure them forever. Blessings on you as you travel and good luck with the tour. Jeff
Name: Freda Young
Location: Markham Ill
e-mail: yosinga73@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Jan 11 17:38:29 2006 EST
Comments: I guess you have already realized our gratefulness for you paving the way musically. I sing background for Stan Mosley and am daily inspired by the earlier music of your genre. I see so much of you all in Stan and at the age of 33 am continuing to learn from your musical genius of your artistry.
Name: Dave
Location: Phoenix Arizona
e-mail: dhare2005@aol.com
Submitted: Thu Jan 5 20:39:16 2006 EST
Comments: I love the music of the Chi Lites when i hear it on the radio i always think of the good times i had back in the 70s. The memories were great. My dad loved your songs too He always sang with the Chi Lites while cruising. Thanks.
Name: Rich S.
Location: California
e-mail: rcschwaberow@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Dec 21 17:59 2005
Comments: As a longtime fan of the best of the R & B groups out of the 70's, I wish to thank you for bringing your soulful sounds to all parts of the world. There isn't a day gone by that as part of my show, I include a song from your group and we are all going to miss Eugene but your presence will endure and soon (I hope) to get what is well deserved, a trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame....which is long overdue!!
RS Productions DJ Redwood City, California
Name: Stan Mosley
Location: Chicago IL
e-mail: Stanmosleysoul@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Nov 23 3:40:45 2005 EST
Comments: Hey you are the classiest act out there smooth as 50 year old scotch nobody does it better never have never will thanks for the oppourtunity to be your opening act I will be forever gratefull visit me at www.soulsingerentertainment.com oh and by the way happy 45th respectfully yours Stan Mosley
Name: Tommy Webb
Location: Orlando Florida
e-mail: iBroadcaster@aol.com
Submitted: Mon Nov 21 11:10:20 2005 EST
Comments: Hello Chi Lites ... Great finding you out here on the web ... Great site ... I couldn't sign this guestbook unless I had some Chi Lites music playin on my station ... Lets see if my instant messenger goes off ... hahahaha ... Thanks for all the great music ...
Name: Ted Walters
Location: Monrovia, California 91016
e-mail: LEGENDARYLARK@netscape.com
Submitted: Mon Oct 24 17:05:41 2005 EST
Comments: Marshall,

I was listening to the car radio and the station was featurnig the Chi-Lites. When I reached home, something within me said, see if they have a Website. Sad to say that only today, I learned about the passing of Eugene. We, The Larks, lost Don Julian in 1998 and I can truly say, that I share your pain as a group. There is a void that you feel on stage and I trust that you have been sucsessful in filing that void because, the music must go on. No one can replace Eugene.He was an intrigal part of the harmony that was the The Chi-Lites. But what is yours and only yours to share must continue.

We first worked together in Chicago at the Royal Theater in 1965. We were once again on the same stage at the Blockbuster Pavillion in Devore, California 30 years later. Of all the groups appearing that evening, I derived such great pleasure at working with you gentleman again. As usual in show business, you were headed out in one direction and we another. But I want you to know, that seeing you all together and intact as a group spoke volumes about your organizational and leadership skills. That wonderful public that has sustained us over the years have no idea how much work and effort it takes to keep a performing group together for over 40 years. My hats off to you Marshall. Well done,well done, well done.

Let me know when you are coming West Coast again. I would love to catch your act from the front of the stage as opposed to from the backstage wings. I am no longer performing so I am free to attend.

Yours Truly,
Ted Walters, First tenor,
The Larks & Don Julian and The Meadowlarks.
Name: Malcolm Henrick
Location: Lancashire, England
e-mail: malc@rawy97.freeserve.co.uk
Submitted: Sun Oct 23 14:36:45 2005 EST
Comments: We were just playing a CD of the Chi-Lites on Saturday night, now while browsing I just happen to come across this web-site and I find that Eugene Rocord has died, what a terrible loss. Records like "Homely Girl" and "Have You Seen Her" are his legacy to the world.
Name: Dave Bartlett
Location: Pittsburgh
e-mail: northwestsmith2004@yahoo.com
Submitted: Fri Oct 21 16:46:30 2005 EST
Comments: I wrote a tribute to Mr. Record at my website http://www.contrib.andrew.cmu.edu/~davidb/index.html#EugeneRecord
Name: Dave Bartlett
Location: Pittsburgh
e-mail: northwestsmith2004@yahoo.com
Submitted: Fri Oct 21 16:44:35 2005 EST
Comments: I wrote a tribute to the late Mr. Record. It
Name: Edie
Location: Washington, DC
e-mail: eysonu@hotmail.com
Submitted: Thu Oct 20 15:09:19 2005 EST
Comments: I
Name: Judy Washington
Location: Houston, Texas
e-mail: JWashington37@hotmail.com
Submitted: Fri Oct 14 15:27:54 2005 EST
Comments: I am so sorry about the passing of Eugene, but the sounds of the Chi-Lites will never be forgotten. When we were kids I remember when Marshall used to by me milk as I always requested....Well I am going to audition for the "got milk" commercial and maybe the theme song would be one from The Chi-Lites.
Name: Claudio Gianoglio
Location: Turin - Italy
e-mail: claudio_gianoglio@msn.com
Submitted: Sun Oct 2 12:35:32 2005 EST
Comments: Molto bello, Bravissimi
Name: Montgomery Moosaff
Location: Rancho Cucamong California
e-mail: linkscool210@yahoo.com
Submitted: Thu Sep 29 16:57:10 2005 EST
Comments: Dear Chi-Lites:
I
Name: Nigel .R
Location: Birmingham, England
e-mail:
Submitted: Sat Sep 24 15:53:15 2005 EST
Comments: Just found this site - so sorry to hear about the loss of Eugene, I didnt know, I love the chi-lites since hearing them at the age of 10 in 1972 - there still cool with me! xxx
Name: Felton D. Woods
Location: Montgomery, AL
e-mail: felton.woods@charter.net
Submitted: Sat Sep 3 17:49:35 2005 EST
Comments: I am sadden at the lost of a tremendous force is the music industry with the death of Eugene Record. Listening to the Chi-lites for me was a growing up joy. No one can suppress true talent, so I look forward to hearing more soul stirring good music from Mr. Thompson and the gang. My prayers to the Record family.
Name: Sara
Location: Upstate NY
e-mail: blueeyedbelle@hotmail.com
Submitted: Mon Aug 29 3:34:18 2005 EST
Comments: I saw you guys at the NY State Fair on August 26, 2005 and it was an amazing show!!! You did a great job!!!! :0)

Name: Dr. James S. Logan
Location: Atlanta Ga
e-mail: loganj54@hotmail.com
Submitted: Sun Aug 28 21:28:26 2005 EST
Comments: I was sadden to hear the passing of Eugene Record-- I have been a fan of the Chi-Lites since the early 70s-- when I was enterained by the Chi-Lites at the The World Famous "Sugar Shack" in Boston Massachesetts. I had hope to see the group with Eugene Record in Atlanta Ga- September, I will still attend the the concert and enjoy and rememeber the early days of the Chi-Lite. "Rest in Peace Eugene Record"
Name: Dr. James S. Logan
Location: Atlanta Ga
e-mail: loganj54@hotmail.com
Submitted: Sun Aug 28 21:23:57 2005 EST
Comments: I was sadden to hear the passing Eugene Record-- I have been a fan of the Chi-Lites since the early 70s-- when I was enterained by at the The World Famous "Sugar Shack" in Boston Massachesetts. I had hope to see the group with Eugene Record in Atlanta Ga- September, I will still attend the the concert and enjoy and rememeber the early days of the Chi-Lite. "Rest in Peace Eugene Record"
Location: Baltimore,Maryland
e-mail: milliem116@comcast.net
Submitted: Sun Aug 7 20:08:30 2005 EST
Comments: I have been a fan of the Chi-Lites for decades. I was very saddened to hear of Eugene's passing. I had the pleasure of meeting him years ago. He was a very nice. He will be missed by many who loved him and his beautiful music!
Name: Major Robert Roulusonis
Location: Boston, MA
e-mail: majornpat@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sun Aug 7 2:31:12 2005 EST
Comments: I wish to offer my condolences to the Record Family for the great loss of Eugene. The lyrics and THAT SOUND of the
Chi-Lites harmonies will always be with me. I hope that the
remaining Chi-Lites will continue to keep THAT SOUND alive.
My best to Marshall et. al. and I hope we link up some day.
Name: Letitia
Location: Chicago, IL
e-mail: letitialr@yahoo.com
Submitted: Fri Aug 5 13:11:49 2005 EST
Comments: My prayers are with the family and friends of Euguene Record. Jacki, Eugene Jr., Michelle and Angela it's been many years since we've seen each other, but I fondly remember our youthful days at Mayfair and Mendel H.S. May the wonderful memories of your husband and father bless you and comfort you today and always.
Name: Jason Reyes
Location: San Jose, California, USA
e-mail: jasongreyes@hotmail.com
Submitted: Fri Aug 5 2:22:25 2005 EST
Comments: Eugene Record................ what more can be said. Rest In Peace. The world lost a conduit of love.
Name: Jason Reyes
Location: San Jose, California, USA
e-mail: jasongreyes32@hotmail.com
Submitted: Fri Aug 5 2:18:59 2005 EST
Comments: Man.... you cats are FLY... always have been, always will be, i think that the way you take other cats ideas and turn them into hits.....and then break them off some bread is TIGHT!...man too tight, by the way my favorite soul tune by you guys is 1973's A Lonely Man & Coldest Days of My Life. Keep it up soul brothers!!!!!!!!!!! Hope to see you soon in San Jose, Ca.
Name: Michael Schloss
Location: Ft. Lauderdale, Forida
e-mail: silkman@stis.net
Submitted: Thu Aug 4 23:34:26 2005 EST
Comments: My heartfelt and sincere condolences to the Record family and the ChiLites family on the passing of one of the greatest talents of our generation; Eugene Record. Thank you all for providing the soundtrack to my teenage years!
Name: Pipina Figaro-Smith
Location: Dallas/Frisco, Texas
e-mail: PFigaroSmith@yahoo.com
Submitted: Wed Aug 3 19:55:43 2005 EST
Comments: Eugene... Thanks for the memories... I feel comfort in knowing you had Christ in your life... I know you're dancing all over God's Heaven with Luther... I'm broken hearted but know you're in a better place... There will never be another like you...
Name: EMILY JOHNSON
Location: LOS ANGELES
e-mail: emilyjohnsongrace@yahoo.com
Submitted: Tue Aug 2 15:02:32 2005 EST
Comments: I SAW THE CHI-LITES MANY TIMES IN LOS ANGELES, BY IN THE 70'S, MY FAVORITE SPOT WAS THE TOTAL EXPERIENCE ON CRENSHAW BLVD. THEIR WERE ALL VERY NICE AND FRIENDLY, AND EVEN GOT THE CHANCE TO MEET MRS. EUGENE RECORD MY THE GOOD LORD COMFORT YOU. ALL OF THE MILLIONS OF FANS LOVE THE GROUP.
Name: Mark Allen
Location: Chicago, Illinois
e-mail: markstanely@aol.com
Submitted: Sun Jul 31 18:35:18 2005 EST
Comments: I have read several tributes to Eugene Record regarding his Chistianity, without the mention of how significant this song was to him called THERE WILL NEVER BE ANY PEACE. As a former Assistant to the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr, I was super shocked to get a call from Eugene Record to let me know that he was making an appearance at PUSH on one one Rev. Jackson's programs calling for peace in the world. We talked for a while on stage and he mentioned the significance of why he re-recorded the song because it was part of his mission as a Christian to let people know that there would be no peace on 79th Street on the Middle East without GOD at the conference table. So I just wanted the record to reflect that I was at least ONE person that Eugene Record told about the signicance of the song THERE WILL NEVER BE ANY PEACE until GOD was at the Conference table.
Name: Mark Allen
Location: Missing Link from Reports On Important Songs to Eugene and his Christianity
e-mail: markstanely@aol.com
Submitted: Sun Jul 31 18:19:48 2005 EST
Comments: As a former Assistant to the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson, Sr, I was surprised that a Eugene Record would even know who I was, but he did. As he waited to perform his solo version of
Name: Mikie
Location: Wash.St
e-mail: Velcro1244@aol.com
Submitted: Sun Jul 31 4:52:42 2005 EST
Comments: Marshall, I just wanted to thank you for being so kind to me when L.P. went to the Hospital...I'm so glad I was able to come to Chicago and say goodbye to Eugene....Much Love to you and the Chi-lites...Mikie
Name: REV. ORLANDO MC REYNOLDS aka MIGHTY MACK, WPAD RADIO PADUCAH KENTUCKY
Location: BROOKLYN, NEW YORK
e-mail: brooklynmcr@aol.com
Submitted: Sat Jul 30 19:32:42 2005 EST
Comments: TO MARSHALL, SQUIREL, & THE CHILITE'S FAMILY:
I JUST GOT THE NEWS OF THE CALLING OF EUGENE RECORD FROM LABOR TO REWARD. WHILE I AM SADDENED OF OUR LOSS, I THANK GOD FOR THE TIME THAT I, & COUNTLESS OTHERS HAD THE BLESSING OF HIS PRESENCE BOTH MUSICALLY & PERSONALLY. I WILL
ALWAYS REMEMBER THE HONOR OF THE FIRST TIME RICHARD BELL BROUGHT US TOGETHER, AS WELL AS THE LAST TIME DURING THE HEAVENLY BODY TOUR. NOW THAT EUGENE IS WITH THE LORD AS A HEAVENLY BODY, THE LP CUT THAT YOU DID IS MANIFESTED...I LIKE TO SING THE SONG THAT I SING ABOUT. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS THE FAMILY, THE GROUP & THE LEGACY OF EUGENE RECORD.
Name: Lisa Carter
Location: Chicago, Illinois
e-mail: smokie442000@yahoo.com
Submitted: Fri Jul 29 18:22:38 2005 EST
Comments: This is to offer condolences to the family of Eugene Record and to the remaining Chi-Lites. I have been a fan since I was a child. Eugene truly had a beautiful voice and was a gifted songwriter. He will be missed. God bless and keep his family.
Name: Sheila Brutus
Location: Rockville, MD
e-mail: Enlighten1@comcast.net
Submitted: Fri Jul 29 13:32:28 2005 EST
Comments: Thank you Eugene Record for sharing your God given gift of music with so many and yet still you remained humble, loving and kind. May your spirt rest in eternal peace now that you are home with the Master!

My heart felt condolences and prays to Mrs. Jacki Record and the entire Record family. May your pain be lessen with the memories of all the good times you shared. God bless and comfort you today, tomorrow and always.
Name: Martin H
Location: South England, UK
e-mail: rukky85@yahoo.com
Submitted: Fri Jul 29 12:20:39 2005 EST
Comments: Firstly my deepest simpathy for the whole family, and a sad time for mortals to suffer the passing of one so great, but his music and the band inclusive has forever placed a footprint in all our minds and hearts. To all of us who remain, live good and god bless. ps. Keep keepin it real Chi Lites
Name: Gavin Andrews
Location: Alberton, Gauteng - South Africa
e-mail: andrew_g@mtn.co.za
Submitted: Fri Jul 29 3:15:33 2005 EST
Comments: My condolences to the Record family and other band members on their loss and all the other fans, we have lost a truly talented person, but his music shall forever remain embedded in my mind and soul. Your music has always brought joy and happiness in my life.
Name: Adam Leite
Location: Sao Paulo - Brazil
e-mail: brike@sprynet.com
Submitted: Thu Jul 28 19:47:42 2005 EST
Comments: I heard on the radio this morning that one of the greatest contributors to music, Eugene Record, passed away.
Though in another country, I grew up with his music, and so did my first girl-friend, who autographed a 33 rpm single containing
Name: Jon Niccolls
Location: Hollywood, CA
e-mail: jonnicc@yahoo.com
Submitted: Thu Jul 28 12:23:35 2005 EST
Comments: Another end of an era! As a fan of old school R&B, this is another loss for us here on earth, & another gift that we were given, that has gone back to God. I give my sincere condolences to the Record family in this time of sorrow & loss. May God bless you & keep you in His peace, during this stressful & hard time. Know that the music of Eugene & The Chi-Lites continues to give people joy & entertainment. The youth of today are just beginning to discover what us old school R&B/Soul listeners already knew. The Chi-Lites' soulful sounds are a neccessity in anyone's music collection!
May God Bless all of you, in Jesus' name.
Name: Deborah Green
Location: Philadelphia, PA
e-mail: lukki-1@msn.com
Submitted: Thu Jul 28 11:07:52 2005 EST
Comments: Hello:

First I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to the family of Eugene Record. He will truly be missed and I am sure he is singing to a higher power, and I am sure they are loving it. To the Chi-Lites I just want to thank you for another great show at the Tropicana in Atlantic City on Friday, July 22, 2005. What's left to say? You are impeccable and you guys just get better with time, (if that is possible) and each time I see you it's like the first time all over again. To the Chi-Lites I say stay, strong, stay well, keep touring because we love you. And I personally want to thank you for the music that I have enjoyed for years and for the opportunity to see you perform.
Name: Irving Jones
Location: flint mi
e-mail: oggeno@msn.com
Submitted: Wed Jul 27 3:13:53 2005 EST
Comments: what i wanna say may take up a few entries,but i must say it,I wanna sincerly thank 4 men for being apart of my life,and that's Mr.Eugene Record,Mr.Marshall Thompson,Mr.Robert[Squirrel]Lester and Mr.Creadel[Red]Jones[my father]you men have unknowningly taught me the sound of music.it all started when i was born in 1969,and you men were working towards your goals of being the best you could be,for 36 years I have heard your voices singing in my eyes and circulating thru my head.Dad even tho I haven't seen you in over 30 years,you left me with a undeniable talent and gift,and that's the gift of music.you or i never knew that i would grow up to try to do the same things you have done musically.i wish that you were here to see that your son has grown to become a rapper/songwriter/producer/record label founder.i guess the seed was planted in me and this is what bloomed,[OG GENO]i know that my little feet may never be able to fill the big shoes that you once wore,but i must put them on.i must show the rap world what you help create,and that is me.i will do my best to offer the world the best music that i can create,and to never take my gift for granted,i also wanna thank you dad for sending your friend Marshall my way,he's a very special man,as was your friend Eugene,and is Squirrel,you men have really rocked the world and now it's my time.oh let me be the man my daddy was/love Irving/OG Geno/Red Son/Jones.
Name: THOM WRAY
Location: UNITED KINGDOM
e-mail: t.wray323@ntlworld.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 19:01:56 2005 EST
Comments: EUGENE GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY REST IN PEACE AMEN.
Name: kevin woods
Location: sleaford england
e-mail: kevinsoulman@aol.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 16:14:39 2005 EST
Comments: obie luther and now eugene too good to be forgotten
god bless and condolences to fammily and freinds
kev
Name: La Shante'
Location: San Diego, California
e-mail: teule2@cox.net
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 15:48:51 2005 EST
Comments: Rest well Eugene. You have done well, and were rewarded here on earth. Now it is time to rest with our Heavenly Father in Heaven, and recieve untold rewards. Rest Well
Name: John
Location: Washington,d.c.
e-mail: anyhalo@aol.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 14:53:40 2005 EST
Comments: It is not very oftrn that you meet a true talent like Gene, his love and passion for writing songs effects the world.You are TO GOOD TOBE FORGOT ...AND ITS A SAD WHEN EUGENE WENT AWAY.Love and respect to the family. To Marshall and the gang Peace and Love. From all the guys in HALO>

Name: Ruth McLean
Location: Baltimore, MD
e-mail: angelgirl4538@yahoo.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 14:52:47 2005 EST
Comments: My sincere condolences to the family and friends od Eugene. His memory will live on.
Name: Khourtney J. Branson
Location: West Memphis, AR
e-mail: egyptian06@yahoo.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 13:15:06 2005 EST
Comments: I would like to extend sincerest condolences to the Eugene Record Family and to the members of The Chi-Lites. I shocked &deeply saddened at hear the news of his death. Within a span of three week we have lost two of the great ones (Luther & Eugene). I am a product of the 70's and I can remember my older brothers and I playing those tunes...
Name: Chris King
Location: Kansas City,Mo.
e-mail: chrisk@kprs.com
Submitted: Tue Jul 26 13:05:58 2005 EST
Comments: Eugene will be missed greatly we were contemporairies in this business in the beginning we worked closely together along with Marshal,Red,& Squirrel.
God bless the family and no that Gene is resting with no pain are worries in heaven.
Name: Becky
Location: Wales, UK
e-mail: Becky00096@aol.com
Submitted: Mon Jul 25 22:40:41 2005 EST
Comments: My deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to the Chi-Lites and the Eugene Record Family. I hope that this loss will only strengthen you and help you come to realise how much Eugene and the Chi-Lites touched and changed everyone's lives for the better. Thank you for filling our hearts and homes with joy and love and he passed with you knowing that his voice and all of the cherished memories will live on for all of time. He will not be forgotten. Regards, Becky
Name: Janice
Location: Boston, MA
e-mail: jaab28@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon Jul 25 18:41:15 2005 EST
Comments: My deepest sympathy goes out to Eugene's family and friends. Thanks also goes out to the group (and band members) for the wonderful performance in Boston, MA on July 23rd.
Name: Lynn
Location: Chicago
e-mail: mychat@aol.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 20:31:49 GMT
Comments: I grew up on the Chi-lites music of the '70s, and they remain one of my favorite groups. To the Record family, and the other members of the Chi-lites, I extend my deepest condolences. I pray that you are strengthened by knowing how Eugene touched the lives of so many people, with this beautiful voice and stirring love songs. May God bless and keep you.
Name: Bigdaddyg2k4
Location: Maxton, NC
e-mail: bigdaddyg2k4@blackplanet.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 20:28:49 GMT
Comments: My sister broke the bad news to me last night that Eugene passed and I was devestated! I basically grew up on The Chi-Lites and they have been a part of my musical life well over the past 30 years with some of the greatest love songs ever recorded. Eugene was truly a genius at his craft of singing, but more importantly, his songwriting. I mean, who could ever forget
Name: Marty D.
Location: Las Vegas -- Via. Pittsburgh Pa.
e-mail: vegasdoowop@cox.net
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 19:47:53 GMT
Comments: We have lost a
Name: Shari L. Morgan
Location: San Francisco, CA
e-mail: shari.morgan@cmgmi.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 18:34:44 GMT
Comments: I am so happy I have had to opportunity to enjoy the Chi-Lites music in my lifetime! I grew up in the 70's and my parents played their music every weekend! Thanks so much for bringing joy into my family home! When I hear Eugene Record's voice it puts a smile on my face because that's when time was free & good, everyone was happy and here on earth with us. (at least in my world) I will forever love the Chi-Lites and I will forever keep a special prayer in my heart for the Record family! Thanks for sharing him with the world! Peace & Unlimited Blessings, Shari Morgan
Name: Dick
Location: Oshkosh WI
e-mail:
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 18:12:55 GMT
Comments: I had the pleasure of seeing the Chilites in person about 4 years ago. I am a big soul fan having grown up in that era. Oh Girl is one of my favorites and Eugene will be missed-- God bless him --we were lucky to have him to record all those songs
Name: Russell O Bratton
Location: Jacksonville, Florida
e-mail: rbredskins@hotmail com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 17:32:40 GMT
Comments: On April 4, 1972, I left home to join the USMC. It was a rainy morning and the first song I heard on the radio after I got in the car was
Name: Angela
Location: Detroit, MI
e-mail: 2beloved@sbcglobal.net
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 17:24:49 GMT
Comments: Record Family: My heartfelt sympathy is extended to the Record family. His music will live forever in our hearts.
Name: Angela
Location: Detroit, MI
e-mail: 2beloved@sbcglobal.net
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 17:23:47 GMT
Comments: Record Family: My heartfelt sympathy is extended to the Record family. His music will live forever in our hearts.
Name: Gina Peele
Location: Louisville,KY
e-mail: gpeele59@hotmail.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 17:11:52 GMT
Comments: My deepest sympathy goes out to the Record Family and Chi-Lites group on our lose of Eugene. One of my first albums purchased as a teenager was one of The Chi-Lites. I like many other young girls had a serious crush on Eugene. His voice, mannerism and artistic abilities will be forever remembered. May God sustain his family during this time knowing that all things are possible through him only. To the Chi-Lites I say keep on keeping on. There are no groups out today like ours of the 70's. God bless and keep you guys always.
Name: Larry Hall
Location: Kabul Afghanistan
e-mail: lhall102@comcast.net
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 15:42:49 GMT
Comments: When I heard about the death of Eugene Record, it really floored me and I was shocked for a brief moment. The Chilites and I go way back starting with my adolescent years growing up in Alabama. I can still recite word for word all of their greatest hits. Eugene will be surely missed. My condolences extended to family members and friends all over the world.
Name: Sylvan Richards
Location: Hamilton, Bermuda
e-mail: sylvan.richards@awac.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 15:07:26 GMT
Comments: I live in Bermuda and the Chi-Lites were and still are an international sensation and their songs were the soundtrack to my youth. Their sweet soulful melodies invoke very fond memories whenever I hear those songs today. We have lost another great voice in R&B music, but his spirit will live on in those beautiful songs. One Sylvan Richards
Name: Joe
Location: Massachusetts
e-mail: Xrattler1@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 14:03:19 GMT
Comments: My sympathy to the family of Eugene and to the band. His music will keep him alive forever. His songs are bright spots on the horizon of the American musical landscape.
Name: bill randle
Location: birmingham england
e-mail: brandaluk@aol.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 13:38:50 GMT
Comments: so sad at eugene's passing.....but what a gift he left us music that will last for ever.
Name: Gerald Reid
e-mail: greidii@yahoo.com
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 13:36:38 GMT
Comments: I offer my deepest szympathies on the passing of Eugene Records.
Name: Tina C.
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
e-mail:
Submitted: Mon, 25 Jul 2005 04:08:38 GMT
Comments: Although I am saddened at the news of Eugene's death, I rejoice knowing that he is a child of God and knew Jesus Christ as his Savior...Eugene's legacy lives on in his music...Every time I hear music by the Chi-Lites a million memories of growing up in Chicago flood my mind and bring joy to my heart!!!...Thanks for the music and the memories Eugene!!...I Thess. 4:14 AND 2 Timothy 4:6-8...My prayers go out to all of his family, friends and fans.
Name: Capn Kid ( Ron Pitzen )
Location: Auburn Hills, MI and Rock N Roll Heaven
e-mail: rpitzen1606@msn.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 19:56:34 GMT
Comments: The world has suffered a great loss but Rock N Roll Heaven will continue to ask
Name: lareneg
Location: United Kingdom
e-mail: lareneg@gmail.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 18:43:40 GMT
Comments: I would like to express my deepest sympathies to The Chi-Lites, the family of Eugine, and everybody asscociated with him.
Name: Christopher Record/Hazekamp
Location: Amersfoort, NL
e-mail: chrisgamer@gamerz-heaven.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 17:51:14 GMT
Comments: Rest in Peace, dear uncle of my. Your nevue Christopher (son of your brother, Leslie).
Name: Reggie Morris
Location: Waukegan. IL
e-mail: reggie.morris@thelmor.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 12:21:50 GMT
Comments: My deepest sympathy and profound prayers go out to Eugene Records’ family and the Chi-Lites. I am very saddened and mourn with you in your loss. I had the great fortune and honor to work along side with Eugene as he produced our album, MERGE, on the RCA Record label. He and I shared many great moments and conversations during our collaboration. His professionalism and since of appreciation is unmatched. He leaves behind a great legacy, for his music and his character touched and influenced many lives. He will live forever in my life and in my family as an “original Chicago music legend”. To the Record family, Marshall, Robert and Carl Davis, thank you for allowing me the opportunity to share some time with a wonderful human being. Reggie Morris
Name: Louis McKinney SR
Location: Marietta, Pennsylvania
e-mail: fotomanlou@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 05:31:29 GMT
Comments: My sincere and deepest sympathies go out to the Eugene Record family and to the Chi-Lites who have been a integral part of the Chicago and world-wide music scene for many, many years....I had the opportunity to meet the Chi-Lites when they came to York, Pennsylvania several years ago and found them to be a very excellent group that really worked the crowd.....Those kind of groups are hard to find, especially when the group will go out into the crowd and interact with everyone, I have pictures of the show even when Marshall and the guys formed a long conga line and went out dancing in the audience.....May GOD continue to BLESS the Chi-Lites and their many, many fans....PEACE, your fotoman, Lou
Name: Dennis E. Taylor
Location: Ukiah California
e-mail: hondaguy59@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 05:23:47 GMT
Comments: Mr. Record; You simply helped shape the life of this now 45 year old man in California. Living in a very abusive, poverty stricken family in No. Cal, music was my only escape to keep me going just another day. Armed only with an AM Radio and Turntable, I could ease the pain of watching my father slowly succumb to alcoholism, by switching on the Soulful Sounds of the Chi-Lites. You and Creadle Jones were my Heroes. To this day, I switch on those unforgettable tunes, and the problems melt away. Happily married now, (27) years, and a wonderful family! Thank you so very much for your music from No. Cal. Dennis Taylor
Name: Willie C Bennett
Location: Mitchellville, MD
e-mail: WBENN16110@aol.com
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 02:39:58 GMT
Comments: My condolences for the lost of Eugene Rocord. I had the honer of meeting him, at the PBS tapeing, in Atlantic City, and he was very gracious and down to earth, he will be missed, and a man of his talent, does not come along very often, I'am glad I got to talk with him. Willie Bennett Road Manager HEATWAVE.
Name: Tim Watts
Location: BALTIMORE
e-mail: TCWATTS@RADIO-ONE.COM
Submitted: Sun, 24 Jul 2005 01:29:40 GMT
Comments: As a college student in 1970 at Va. Union University in Richmond, the Chi-lites were a part of the sound track of my youth. As the Program Manager of WWIN-FM-Magic 95.9 in B-More the Chi-lites are a big part of my format. Me , like my listeners will miss Eugene. The good news is that Marshall and the fellows are still carrying the music to long time fans and making new ones.
Name: john
Location: Princeton NJ
e-mail: johnt@lincoln.com
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 19:16:31 GMT
Comments: Another great voice passes...Thank you for the great music of my youth. The songs that comforted broken young hearts and so beautifully expressed our feelings.God bless, Eugene
Name: Freddy
Location: Boston
e-mail: MCSLIMOUSINE.COM
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 18:59:40 GMT
Comments: God speed Eugene, we know your singing with other greats who have left us. Your songs take on extra meaning now, you'll be missed.
Name: Angela Moore
Location: Illinois
e-mail: JustOnce4U@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 18:14:34 GMT
Comments: My deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Eugene. I grew up in Chicago listening to the Chi-Lites. I have all of the 45's and albums that they recorded. Their music will remain with us as a legacy to our generation and future generations. Eugene can now sing and perform with the rest of the
Name: Cheryl K.
Location: Harlem, NY
e-mail: CY_Kyler@msn.com
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 16:47:41 GMT
Comments: With heartfelt sympathy to the family of Eugene Record. His voice will be greatly missed. May GOD bless each and every one of you and give you peace in the days to come.
Name: Bobby Eli
Location: Philadelphia, USA
e-mail: phillysoulman@verizon.net
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 15:07:54 GMT
Comments: I am so saddened at the untimely passing of Eugene. I have known the Chi Lites ever since meeting them at the Regal in Chicago 1968, when I was
Name: Jaybee
Location: United Kingdom
e-mail: www.california-ballroom.info
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 11:00:25 GMT
Comments: Eugene will be sadly missed by all those who saw the Chi-lites at the California Ballroom in Dunstable over a number of years. Our thoughts and best wishes go to family and friends.
Name: Georgia Colley
Location: Inglewood,Ca
e-mail: gco0219@yahoo.com
Submitted: Sat, 23 Jul 2005 02:50:23 GMT
Comments: What a gifted man! He will live on forever in his music and I will be forever grateful that you all reunited fot that PBS special. God Bless you all and thank you for the music.
Name: Irving
Location: flint mi
e-mail: oggeno@msn.com
Submitted: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 21:08:19 GMT
Comments: to the family and friends of Eugene I wanna say keep your heads up,he has left all of us with wonderful memories of his life and his music,I personaly will never forget the man,R.I.P. MR.EUGENE RECORD AND R.I.P. MR. CREADEL
Name: maureen (mikie)
Location: Wash. st
e-mail: velcro1244@aol.com
Submitted: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 19:35:39 GMT
Comments: I spoke to Eugene's brother L.P. this morning, I've known him for 30 years....It was a very sad call..Eugene was such an amazing talent and a wonderful man..he will be missed
Name: reeree
Location: Washington, DC
e-mail: no_finer_love@yahoo.com
Submitted: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 18:48:33 GMT
Comments: I just heard about the passing of Eugene Record. My sympathies are with his family and friends. The Chi-Lites were original old school and their sound was UNMISTAKABLE.
Name: Brenda Slater
Location: Detrotit, Michigan
e-mail: brendadime@comcast.net
Submitted: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 18:20:44 GMT
Comments: Hi Marshall, Squirrel, chilites! My cousin called me from Washington DC and informed me of Eugene's death. I was absolutely floored. As you know, he was very special to me and I am saddened to hear of his passing. He was a great asset to the group back in the day. I will miss him a lot and will cherish precious memories of back in the day. If possible would you inform me of the arrangements via email. I always did and still do love you guys.
Name: LYNETTE
Location: CHICAGO
e-mail: LYNETTE.WATKINS@SSA.GOV
Submitted: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 16:23:53 GMT
Comments: I am sorry to hear about the passing of Eugene Record!! And my prayers are with the Chi-lites and with his family.. I would like to say during the most important years of my life (my teen years and early 20's) your music, your songs, gave me comfort, joy, happiness, sadness all the emotions of life. Who could forget,
Name: Lena Risper
e-mail:
Submitted: Fri, 22 Jul 2005 15:37:18 GMT
Comments: I just want to extend my family's sympathy to the family of Eugene Records and his family for his passing. I have been listening to the Chi-Lites all my life and will continue to listen. We will always cherish Eugene's vocals with the group. God Bless you Marshall and Squirrel.
Name: Irving
Location: flint mi
e-mail: oggeno@msn.com
Submitted: Mon, 18 Jul 2005 13:20:28 GMT
Comments: just had to tell Marshall and the crew I really enjoyed seeing yall throw down up in Detroit,man yall had the house rocking,and I enjoyed meeting yall too for the first time,that band is on fire man,and yall still in full form,stay strong CHI-LITES 4 EVER AND A DAY!Much Love & Respect, Irving
Name: Rene
Location: Germany
e-mail: Etaner28@yahoo.de
Submitted: Fri, 15 Jul 2005 15:47:36 GMT
Comments: Good afternoon, I just want to express my feelings to the kind of music am listening. I love all of your music. Am a very emotional women and a lot of people don't understand why I love music so much. Especially your greatest song called
Name: NEAL SHARPE
Location: Texas
e-mail: Neals726@aol.com
Submitted: Fri, 15 Jul 2005 03:25:55 GMT
Comments: Yo Marshall, great dvd, thanks alot!! Really enjoyed it! Anyone who reads this needs this dvd, if you love music and The Chi-lites, please get this dvd! God Bless, Neal (archie Bell & The Drells)
Name: Jackie R. Brown
Location: Chicago, Il
e-mail: jackie.brown@vba.va.gov
Submitted: Thu, 07 Jul 2005 11:09:35 GMT
Comments: You guys had a song that went something like this. How can I make you believe that I got to have you baby. What is this songs title and what album was it on.
Name: Terri Newson
Location: Dolton, IL
e-mail: lftwrghtlft@netscape.net
Submitted: Fri, 01 Jul 2005 01:09:26 GMT
Comments: I am looking forward to your show at Navy Pier on 9 July 2005. Thank you for supporting Americas veterans. SSG USAR