That moment in time, began in 1962, when business partners; J. D. Sumner and James Blackwood of the famed Blackwood Brothers Quartet, purchased the Dallas-based, Stamps Quartet Music Company from Mr. Frank Stamps. After purchasing the historic company, immediate plans were put in motion to once again give rebirth to the Stamps Quartet name. This reformation was under the direction, guidance and creative mind of J.D. Sumner.
Sumner remained as the bass singer with the Blackwood Brothers until 1965, when he made the decision that would prove to be the most pivotal point in the destiny of the Stamps Quartet. Sumner left the Blackwood Brothers Quartet and became the bass singer with the Stamps, creating what would be forever recognized as J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. He was finally home!
You remember that a mantle was passed from Frank Stamps to J. D. Sumner, as far back as the 1920’s, when a four-year old, after hearing Frank Stamps sing at a Wimauma, Florida camp meeting, told his mama that he knew he “was going to be a bass singer like Mr. Frank Stamps”.
Gospel music would never be the same again. J. D. Sumner not only remained as the visionary leader of the Stamps Quartet, he helped create the groundbreaking sound that would ear mark J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet as one of the most successful groups gospel music had ever experienced. Innovations from the creative mind of J.D. Sumner were implemented by his group. They were already touring in their custom bus since 1962. They were the first group in gospel music to use four microphones. J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet was the first quartet to add a band to the sound. They were one of the first gospel group’s chosen to entertain the troops and they traveled abroad on numerous occasions. Sumner surrounded himself with some of the most talented young people in the gospel music field. They would hit the stage running with excitement and energy, enabling them to transcend the boundaries of age and style. Their unique blend, close harmony and excitement, won them fans everywhere. They set trends and helped broaden the scope of gospel music.
It was this quality, uniqueness and expertise that won J.D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet a coveted spot on the Elvis Presley show. Sumner and his Stamps had the honor of working with Elvis on his personal appearances, films and recordings from 1971, until they made their last live appearance with Elvis on June 26, 1977.
J. D. Sumner and the Stamps blazed a new path in the gospel music field, when Sumner committed his group to taking gospel music into the secular arena, working with Elvis Presley. Having the opportunity of bringing southern gospel music to fans, that may have not had the exposure to gospel music, was huge. Every tour, every night, opening the Elvis Presley shows with gospel music had been the dream of J. D. Sumner and behind his decision to work with Elvis Presley. J.D. knew Elvis loved gospel music as much as he did. By working with Elvis Presley, J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet created a whole new fan base for gospel music.
That format also established another first for J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. They were the only major southern gospel group whose repertoire included, in addition to gospel music, a healthy portion of secular standards, and country/western tunes. This was partly due to their performance venues including; conventions, special events, fairs, Graceland/Elvis related performances, and traveling abroad.
Their opportunity and experience working with Elvis, established a platform enabling them to reach a broad section of the music fan as a whole, not just those who attended church on Sunday. In ministering their own way, they held true to the belief of reaching people with the gospel to the ends of the earth. J. D. enjoyed getting the attention of his audiences with a familiar song, be it gospel, an Elvis hit or a country and western ballad, and then reaching their hearts with the music he loved the most (gospel music).
Even though J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet worked with Elvis Presley, they maintained a full gospel itinerary, which presented the best of both worlds. Records would show that in the time frame they were working both arenas, they had the opportunity to present gospel music to more audiences and a larger number of people than anyone had, before that time.
J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet maintained a major force in the Gospel Music Industry for the past thirty three years, with such talented members (in alphabetical order) as; C. J. Almgren 1988-1995, Tim Baty 1968-1969, Bill Baize 1971-1976, Jimmy Blackwood 1965-1969, Billy Blackwood 1966-1969, Ronnie Booth 1976, Tony Brown 1965-1972, Pat Brown 1976, Nick Bruno 1972-1974, Gary Buck 1970-1971, Gary “Buck” Buckles 1976-1978, Duke Dumas 1966-1972, Ed Enoch 1969-1980 again 1991-1998, Big John Hall 1964-1965, Kenny Hicks 1970-1973, David Hildreth 1969-1970, Ed Hill 1975-1979 and 1988-1998, Jim Hill 1965-1968, Jerry Kelso 1995-1998, Richard Lee 1979, Mylon LeFevre 1963-1965 and 1966-1968, Ronnie Mabe 1974-1977, Roger McDuff 1964-1965, Roy McNeal 1968-1970, Jennifer O’Brian 1979-1980, David Ponder 1980, Chuck Ramsey 1965, Linda Robinson 1972, Dave Roland 1974-1975, Milton Smith 1977, Sandra Steel 1978-1979, Larry Strickland 1976-1980, Rick Strickland 1994-1998, Richard Sterban 1970-1973, Donnie Sumner 1965-1974, Tommy Thompson 1990, Jack Tony 1988-1991, Jerry Trammel 1998-1991, Steve Warren 1988-1989 and 1991-1994, Ed Wideman 1973.
To the last and some of the longest standing members of J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet who were there until they sang the last song with this most distinguished organization were: Ed Enoch, Ed Hill, Rick Strickland and Jerry Kelso. For the thousands of miles traveled, for the inspirational performances you shared, for the companionship and love for one another. Most importantly, the One about whom you sang and to whom we give honor and glory. We thank you for everything.
One of the last statements made by J. D. Sumner was that he hoped “we would hear his music after he was gone”. With the success of the website and the continued support of his fans, the legacy of J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet lives on and is in good hands as long as we remember.
Ed Enoch, owner – manager – lead singer - is continuing the legacy of the Stamps Quartet by receiving the official/legal trademark for the historical
Stamps Quartet name in 2003. The Stamps continue to make recordings, are regularly seen on television and constantly tour the United States, Canada, Hawaii, European and Asian countries performing Gospel, Secular, and
Elvis music as only the Stamps Quartet can.
Ed Enoch and members of the “world-famous” Stamps Quartet were inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1997. The Stamps have received numerous Grammy and Dove awards for “The Best Gospel Group”, and “The Best Gospel Album of The Year.”
The Stamps Quartet has performed with Elvis – The Concert - at such prestigious venues as the, Radio City Music Hall, New York City;
Madison Square Garden, New York City; The Astrodome, Houston, Texas; The Silver Dome, Pontiac, Michigan.
Ed Enoch and The Stamps Quartet performances also include,
The Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Hall, Memphis, TN.
Gaither Homecoming Videos, Elvis – He Touched Me Videos.
The Gospel Side of Elvis recording – featuring the Stamps Quartet.
Television specials: CBS – NBC - TNN – TBN - GMT - PBS.
The Stamps Quartet was special guests performing on various television shows: The Crook and Chase Show, the Ralph Emery Show, Nashville Now,
The Grand Ole Opry, Nashville, TN., and NBC Dateline News Special - 2002
Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals.
The Stamps Quartet was honored as special guests appearing on the
Country Music Association's (CMA) – Fan Fair 2004, Nashville, Tennessee.
Ed Enoch has performed internationally with The Stamps Quartet and
with Elvis-The Concert - performing, live, sold-out concerts in prestigious venues ( 2004): Forest National Arena, Brussels, Belgium; NEC Arena, Birmingham, England; Sheffield Arena, Sheffield, England; Telewest Arena, Tyne, England; SECC, Glasgow, Scotland; Appollo Hammersmith, Hammersmith, London; Evening News Arena, Manchester, England; Winbleon Arena, London, England; Neil Blaisdell Center, Honolulu,
Hawaii, (2005) and Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore - (2005).
The Stamps Quartet were back up vocalists for:
The “world’s greatest entertainer”……………………………….Elvis Presley
“First Lady of Country Music”…………………………………...Tammy Wynette
Country Bluegrass Artist…………………………………………..Ricky Skaggs
Country Music Artist………………………………………………Brenda Lee
Country Music Artist………………………………………………Jerry Lee Lewis
Country Music Artist……………………………………………….Willie Nelson
Pop Artist……………………………………………………………Leslie Ughams
“The Singing Governor of Louisiana………………………………Jimmie Davis
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Members of the Stamps Quartet:
Ed Enoch - Owner – Manager – Lead Vocalist
Michael Helwig, Baritone
Joseph Frech, Tenor
Seth Dillehay , Bass Vocalist
So High
J.D. Sumner & The Stamps Lyrics
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Ooo yeah hey
Ooo, yeah
Ooo yeah huh
It could all be so true
The way I wanna love you
I wanna make this love like 95
Boy you make me feel so high
So High
So High
So High
The first day I met you
I couldn’t keep my eyes off you
It’s the way you walked into that room
Wearing your white beater and nike shoes
You got that hood love boy I like that
The way you walk
The way you talk
Keeps me coming right back baby
I love you
And I trust you (Boy you make me feel)
So high
Boy you make me feel
So high
Boy you make me feel
So high
Boy you make me feel
So high
Can’t nobody can’t nobody ever take my man from me
He knows that I ride I be down for whatever he needs yeah
Thats how I feel about him
Yeah, thats my baby and he knows it
He provides for me
He takes care of me
He makes time for me
He’s so real (Boy you make me feel)
So high
Boy you make me feel
Yeah You make me feel
Awe you make me feel
Yeah you make me feel
Oh you make me feel
So real (Boy you make me feel)
Oh you make me
Boy you make me
Yeah you make me feel
How you make me feel
How he makes me feel
Boy you make me feel
Oh you make me feel so real
Ladies if you got a good man
Grab him by the hand
Tell him that he makes you feel
So High
So High
Ladies if you got a good man
Grab him by the hand
Tell him that he makes you feel
So High
So High
Boy you make me feel
Boy you make me feel
Feel
So High
So high
So high
So high
Boy you make me feel
Boy you make me feel (Real)
Boy you make me feel
So high
The song So High by J.D. Sumner & The Stamps is a hard-hitting hip hop track that speaks to the challenges and ambitions faced by young people trying to make it in the music industry. The lyrics describe the desire to get high and the pursuit of wealth and success, despite the negativity and criticism that comes with it. The artist talks about staying focused and loyal to the people who have supported him, while ignoring those who don't believe in his potential.
The first verse of the song highlights the artist's confidence in his abilities and his determination to succeed, even in the face of adversity. He talks about throwing money in the air and wearing flashy clothing to show off his wealth, while also acknowledging the jealousy and shade being thrown his way by those who don't understand his motivations. The second verse emphasizes the artist's commitment to staying true to his roots and to the people who have helped him along the way. He acknowledges the sacrifices that he and his friends have made to get to where they are, and the dangers they face on a daily basis.
Overall, the song So High is a powerful statement about the struggles and triumphs of young people trying to make it in the music industry. It speaks to the challenges of staying focused and staying true to oneself while chasing success, and the importance of having a supportive circle of friends and family along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah I'm tryna get high so high high high
I want to get extremely high
I flex my money throw some ones in the sky
I throw money up into the air
Got stunna shades on I'm tryna cover my eye's
I wear sunglasses to cover my eyes
And I can't even lie I want the whole damn pie
I want everything
Pussy niggas throwing shade but I don't understand why
People are trying to bring me down and I don't know why
Then they see me in da town and say they never said nun
People deny saying negative things about me when they see me in person
But I don't listen to em' keep my circle thin small
I don't listen to negative people and only keep a small group of trusted friends
Cause they mad I'm doing well and I been in it this long nigga yeah
People are jealous that I've been successful for a long time
All I know is I'm the same nigga, I been from the beginning dawg
I haven't changed and have been the same person since the beginning
My city small, ya probably heard of me and all I did but ah
I come from a small city and people know me and my accomplishments
Niggas switched up it aint stick wit us dey dissin' us
People changed and started disrespecting us
So now we run wit sticks and stuff and shit that'll just lift you up
We carry weapons and items that can cause damage
I hope you understand and get the bigger picture bruh' but if you don't
I hope you can understand the situation, but if not
Then you gon figure out when ya niggas know
You'll understand when you see what my group is capable of
I'm in da crib wit my shawty blowing zips of dro
I'm at home smoking marijuana with my girlfriend
I hardly took a hit of the dab and I still ripped the flow
I didn't smoke much and I still performed well
Like lets go, cause there's more to dis rap shit
There's more to rap music than what people think
They think it's punchlines metaphors and cap shit
People think rap music is just about clever lines and boasting
Or instagram pictures, nigga wit a caption
People think rap is just about posting pictures on Instagram with captions
My niggas posted in the hood with dem mac 10's
My friends are in the neighborhood with weapons
Black gloves, ski mask, and black tims
They're wearing black gloves, ski masks, and boots
Or black cars, black tint, wit black rims
They have black cars with tinted windows and black rims
Im in the city somewhere my nigga relaxing
I'm somewhere in the city relaxing
And when my money comes in, I stay stacking it
When I make money, I save it
Im like give that boy a chance. you might not know what he gon do
People should give me a chance because they don't know what I'm capable of
Im puttin pressure on the beat, dem niggas know what he gon do
I'm putting pressure on the music industry and people know I'm going to do something big
It's lil Tizzy muthafucker and I swear that im the truth
My name is Lil Tizzy and I'm telling the truth
I talk dat shit dey like dat shit, I get in modes up in the booth
I talk a lot of trash and people like it, I get in the zone when I'm in the studio
Get to the bag then I regroup, then hit the lab and I reboot
I get money, take a break, then go back to the studio and start fresh
I see my thugs and I salute, because I know dat we the truth
I see my friends and I acknowledge them because I know we're real
Always told em' I'd be rich before a nigga twenty-two
I always said I would be rich before the age of 22
And ima steppa yeah I do, I'll step on you and step on you
I'm a fighter and I will fight you multiple times
Gotta em' twisted cause dem niggas cannot do the shit I do
People are confused because they can't do what I do
Take a puff and hit the moon, smoking dat zaza wit my goons
I smoke marijuana and get high with my friends
Got me up all night im faded, and im tryna make a move
I'm high and staying up all night to make moves
Another plays another win, another loss another lose
Sometimes I win and sometimes I lose
Nigga try me if you want, and we gon put you on the news
If someone tries to mess with me, we'll take care of them and it will be on the news
Cause all my niggas toten hammers, and they do not got no screws
My friends carry weapons and they're crazy
So if I get rich bitch take my pic and post me all up on youtube
If I become wealthy, people should take my picture and post it on YouTube
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Delenthia Irby, Eva Hankins, Keona Judkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@thecoolestdad
I met Steve Warren in Pigeon Forge one year at Duff's Smorgasbord restaurant. He was playing keyboards and singing and taking requests. I bought 3 of his cds and he autographed them all three for me. he was a very nice man.
@aritgebraxdaquestao33
i am in Brazil, 2019. i loved this song
@Onesimus747
i saw them around this time with Jerry Tramell (sp?), Mark Tramell's brother, on tenor right prior to Steve Warren, or maybe it is visa vers. apprx. 1990 they were great, JD, Ed Hill, Jack Toney, Jerry Tramell, with CJ Omgranate on keyboards. it was a small country cooking buffet in Norfolk VA right on rt.13(BayBridgeTunnelroad), the place was prob. at 5 times fire code limit. they brought the place down and then sang, "The Lighthouse" as an encore and then sang it again making 3 in total.
@ELVIS3
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@Onesimus747
i also would like to say i love Jerry Tramell's tenor style, similar to Danny Funderburk i would say. he is not squeaky but yet powerful in the tenor range. The whole Tramell family must be musically inclined. i believe Mark Tramell from The Cathedrals is one of the best baritones ever and plays the bass guitar great at the same time. i bet they both play piano. i think Jerry was with The Florida Boys in the past.
@elvis1988ful
what was the year and month and day ????? can you please more Songs posting from this show
@benjaminkerl2649
sining they i John saw in this Show
@marckevin9143
what was this Show