Following a hiatus, the group reunited in the 1990s and released the album Because We Love You in 2000. Lead singer Jasper "Jabbo" Phillips passed away on February 21, 2001, but the group's contribution to the Memphis soul sound remains a celebrated part of the Stax Records spotlight .
Formed in 1970, the original lineup consisted of , Harold "Scotty" Scott , and Deljuan "Del" Calvin . The trio quickly gained momentum with their debut single, "Explain It to Her Mama," which reached number 47 on the R&B charts and paved the way for their 1972 debut album, Lovemen . Career Highlights
Their most famous recording is a soulful, extended cover of "Dedicated to the One I Love" . Re-imagined as a slow-burning ballad featuring Phillips' distinctive falsetto, the track became their biggest chart success in 1972. Discography and Evolution the_temprees
The Temprees were an influential American soul vocal trio from Memphis, Tennessee, who rose to prominence in the early 1970s. Known for their polished harmonies and sultry ballads, the group was a key part of the Stax Records legacy, recording primarily for its offshoot label, We Produce Records. Formation and Early Years
Soul Serenade: The Temprees, “Dedicated To The One I Love” Following a hiatus, the group reunited in the
In 1976, the trio moved to Epic Records for their final major hit, "I Found Love on a Disco Floor". Legacy and Reunions
The Temprees are best remembered for two major milestones in soul music history: The trio quickly gained momentum with their debut
Their debut featuring "Dedicated to the One I Love". Love Maze (1973): Produced the minor R&B hit "Love's Maze".