Temptations Thrive On Their New Found Freedom
John Abbey, Blues & Soul, January 1979
AFTER A rather disappointing first year with Atlantic Records, it looks as though 1979 will see the mighty Temptations searching in earnest to regain their crown as the world's leading vocal group. 'Ever Ready Love', from their second album for the company, Bare Back, is already shaping up to be one of the first big singles of the new year and the quintet have just returned from their annual European bash.
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