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1.) The Original "The Dynamics"

In 1969 The Dynamics released First Landing, their first album on Cotillion Records. A smooth slice of soul called “Ice Cream Song” garnered substantial airplay on R&B radio stations, but almost as quickly as the band appeared on the scene, they evaporated into the patchouli haze of psychedelic soul that dominated the airwaves towards the end of the ‘60s. Though a second album, What a Shame, briefly placed the Dynamics back on the radar of soul music fans in 1973, the legacy of the group was relegated to cult status. Thanks to David Gorman and Michael Nieves at Hacktone, First Landing has been lovingly unearthed so that a contemporary audience can savor a long forgotten entry in the canon of ‘60s soul music.

The Dynamics were Zeke Harris, George White, Fred Baker, and Samuel Stevenson: four vocalists from Detroit whose different vocal styles blended into one lustrous whole. Under the management of Ted White, who had escorted his wife Aretha Franklin from Detroit down to Muscle Shoals for her legendary Atlantic recording sessions, The Dynamics were similarly transplanted to American Studios in Memphis to catch some of the magic that catapulted Franklin to “Queen of Soul”. Shaping the group’s sound were producers Tommy Cogbill and Chips Moman, a team whose Midas touch spun pop gold on records by Elvis Presley (“Suspicious Minds”), Wilson Pickett (“I’m in Love”), the Box Tops (“Cry Like a Baby”), and Neil Diamond (“Sweet Caroline”).

Like their Detroit brethren, the Temptations , the Dynamics alternated lead vocalists. The versatile voice of Zeke Harris, who fronts eight of the 12 tracks on First Landing, defined the group’s sound. He approached his performances with nuance and a keen interpretation for the lyrics. As for the other lead vocalists, George White possessed an Eddie Kendricks-like falsetto and Fred Baker supplied the grease to the Dynamics’ southern fried Detroit soul.

Pretend for a moment that it’s 1969, when First Landing was only available as a shiny, round platter of vinyl. (Kudos to the folks at Hacktone for the faithful reproduction of the album’s art.) “Side One” would sport a whole bunch of white rings marking up the grooves; it’s frontloaded with six would-be hits. A groovy little number called “I Don’t Want Nobody to Lead Me On” gets things started followed by “Ain’t No Love At All”, one of the more dramatic tracks on the album that boasts a shimmering unison vocal, reminiscent of the 5th Dimension . “Dum-De-Dum”, which veers close to bubblegum territory based on its title alone, is actually quite a funky workout. Harris, who sings lead on the first five tunes, brings a soulful sweetness to “Ice Cream Song” and gives “Ain’t No Sun” (a Temptations cover) an urgency equaled only by Gene Chrisman’s incessant drumming on the track. Closing side one is “What Would I Do”, which is gently caressed by George White’s angelic tenor and the dreamy notes of Bobby Emmons’ organ.

“Side two” (or tracks seven through 12) is where the album flat-lines just a tad. While the vocalists do their best to imbue the songs with passion, the melodies simply are not as remarkable as those on the flip side. “The Love That I Need” proves that Harris mastered the upbeat material a little better than White. Unlike his vocal on “What Would I Do”, White struggles to keep up with the jaunty rhythm section. Zeke Harris brings some tinge of excitement back on “Too Proud to Change” and George White redeems himself on “I Want to Thank You” with a heaven-bound reading of the line “God knows that I love you”. Fred Baker makes his lone lead vocal appearance on “Since I Lost You”, channeling “Proud Mary”-era Tina Turner during the spoken word section. “Fair Love” and “Murder in the First Degree”, the last two tracks, seem tacked on to just satisfy an even six-song-per-side album.

2.) The French "The Dynamics"

The Dynamics come correct with their debut album 'Version
Excursions'! Everything from pop, roots, disco, soul & rock is
distilled through their fuzzy hypnotic filters. You should not be
surprised to see Madonna, Curtis Mayfield or the White Stripes on
this tracklisting!

Although virtually unknown one year ago, The Dynamics have created a wave thanks to
their sound and style, washing past the borders of their native (and not so native) France,
to spill the onto the shores of the UK, Europe, North America and Japan. According to vinyl
specialists such as Dusty Groove, Picadilly and Fat City Records, The Dynamics are a
proper phenomenom ! The demand for their 7-inches has prompted reissue after reissue,
selling thousands of copies. And this hunger will be temporarily satisfied with “Version
Excursions”, their first long player which is deeply rooted in Soul!

The album presents covers of tunes that “need to be covered”. It is as quirky and diverse,
as full of clashing influences, as the members themselves. From the villages of Cameroon,
the halls of Harvard, the palaces of Versailles, the boweries of Bristol, to the squares of
Provence, Lyon France's Dynamics create a music that is timeless, both vintage and fresh.
They wield their instruments and machines to build a bed for the innocence and honesty of
this soulful vocal trio. Everything from pop, roots, disco, soul and rock is distilled through
their fuzzy hypnotic filters. The result is a sound that brings you to place, both modern and
nostalgic. You should not be surprised to see Madonna, following Curtis Mayfield or the
White Stripes on this tracklisting.

Band members are:
Mounam (singer, song writer)
Originally from Cameroun, featuring on international projects, Mounam is a main figure on
the Lyon and France music scene, within a 16 years evolution through all the Afro-American styles
(gospel, soul, blues and jazz). Her explosive stage presence pushes the music onto the
edge of control !

Mister Day (singer, song writer, musician)
Known for his solo projects on Rotax, Favorite and his lead singing on Metropolitan Jazz
Affair, Mr Day is indisputedly soul singer number 1 in his native France. With a sweet
golden voice such as his, how can you argue with that title?

Stevie Levi (singer, MC, song writer)
Originally from Bristol UK and largely familiar with British sound sytems, Stevie moved to
Lyon France to join the Dynamics. His style is between Horace Andy, Marvin Gaye and U
Roy, a wide range of influences. On stage, he brings his warmth, passion and a rarely seen
energy to the band.

Patchworks (musician, producer)
Bruno “Patchworks”, now wears the mantle of the”hardest working man in French show
business”. He’s the man behind Metropolitan Jazz Affair and Mr President, working for
various labels, from Paris to Frankfurt, from Chicago to London. He’s in charge of music
and production.

Eric ”Flab Master Flab” (musician, dub wizard)
From Boston US, Flab is described as a musical hobo. From working in recording studios
for the last 10 years, he has twisted enough knobs to create a unique effect technique !! On
stage, his vintage toys feed the “Dynamic sound” with a proper timeless dub quality.
Their best field of expression is definitely live. Their performances receive such a great
response that they truely merit their name !

3) The South African "The Dynamics"

The South African group "The Dynamics" was founded in 1983 in Johannesburg. Members included Jimmy Florence, Steve Howells, Winston Nyaunda and Harvey Roberts. They later reformed briefly twice in the 1990's with a different line up .

4) A British "The Dynamics"

The Dynamics were formed in Headingley, Yorkshire in June 2010. The band consists of Kieran Bowker, Chris Robinson, Mike Boyd and Stuart Mitchell.

5) There is also an Irish band called "The Dynamics"

6) There was also The Dynamics from Seattle, Washington, USA, who were around from 1959 to 1966, after which they evolved into the band known as Springfield Rifle.

Girls & BoyS
The Dynamics Lyrics

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Girls and boys!

He only knew her 4 a little while,
But he had grown accustomed 2 her style
She had the cutest ass he'd ever seen
He did 2, they were meant 2 be
They loved 2 kiss on the steps of versailles
It looked like rain, mama, birds do fly

I love u baby, I love u so much,
Maybe we can stay in touch
Meet me in another world, space and joy,
Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys

He gave her all the love that anyone can,
But she was promised 2 another man
He tried so hard not 2 go insane
Birds do fly, looks like rain
I love u baby, I love u so much,
Maybe we can stay in touch
Meet me in another world, space and joy,
Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys

Life is precious baby, love is so rare
I can take the breakup if u say that u care
He had 2 run away, his pride was 2 strong
It started raining, baby, the birds were gone
(I love u baby, I love u so much)
Maybe (maybe we can stay in touch)
Meet me in another world (meet me in another world,
Space and joy)
Vous etes tres belle (vous etes tres belle, mama)
Girls and boys (girls and boys)

(I love u baby, I love u so much)
I want u, babe (maybe we can stay in touch)
Maybe we can play today (meet me in another world,
Space and joy)
Vous etes tres belle (vous etes tres belle, mama)
Girls and boys (girls and boys)

{translation in brackets}
Vous etiez de l'autre cote de la salle
{u were on the other end of the room/hall}
Vous dansiez si fort
{u were dancing so hard/strong}
Je sentais votre parfum
{I could smell your perfume}
Votre sourire me dit que nous devrions nous parler
{your smile told me we should talk}
Sexe et repos
{sex and rest}
Baby
Je sais que vous aimerez ca
{I know u'll like that}
Vous n'y resisterez pas
{u won't resist it/to it}
Baby
Je vous enlacerai avec mes jambes
{I'll wrap my legs around u}
Baby
Pendant des heures je vais vous etonner
{during hours I'll astound u (?)}
Baby
Faire l'amour faire l'amour
{make love make love}
Nous nous rencontrerons
{we'll meet}

I love u baby, I love u so much
Maybe we can stay in touch
Meet me in another world, space and joy,
Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys

(I love u baby)
I want u baby (I love u so much)
I want u so much (maybe we can stay in touch)
Maybe, maybe we can stay in touch (meet me in another
World, space and joy)
Another world, space (vous etes tres belle)
Lips... (mama, girls and boys)
Face...

Happiness in it's uncut form
Is the feeling that I get, you're warm, warm
Happy's what I get when we do what we do
Happiness, mama, is being with u
Good lord

Meet me somewhere after dawn
Lord (I love u baby)
(I love u so much)
(Maybe we can stay in touch)
(I love u baby)
(I love u so much)
Vous etes belle
So like I saw u from across the room, and (maybe we can
Stay in touch)
Honey, u danced so hard I smelled your perfume, (maybe
We can stay in touch)
And the look on your lips said that a,
"we could talk some more, (maybe we can stay in touch)
Some more on the dance floor baby" (I love u baby)
Hear the words I'm saying, (I love u so much)
Feel the sex I'm laying (maybe we can stay in touch)
Naughty's what I wanna be with u tonight
Tonight
(Meet me in another world, space and joy)
Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys
Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys
Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys

Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys
Girls and boys

Overall Meaning

The Dynamics’ “Girls and Boys” is a funky, upbeat love song that tells the story of a man who has fallen in love with a woman he can’t have. The song begins by introducing the man’s infatuation with the woman’s ass and how he has grown accustomed to her style although they have only known each other for a little while. The man and woman love to kiss on the steps of Versailles which may symbolize how their relationship is reminiscent of the grand romance and indulgent lifestyle of the French royals. The man professes his love for the woman and proposes to meet her in another world, full of joy and space.

As the song progresses, the man realizes his love is for someone who belongs to another man. He recognizes that he can’t have her but expresses his love for her nonetheless. He tells her that life is precious and love is rare and he can take the breakup if she says she cares. However, his pride gets in the way and he decides to run away from everything. The song ends by repeating the chorus and the French phrase “Vous etes tres belle” which translates to “You are very beautiful”.

Line by Line Meaning

Girls and boys!
Addressing the two genders

He only knew her 4 a little while, But he had grown accustomed 2 her style
He didn't know her for long but got used to her ways

She had the cutest ass he'd ever seen, He did 2, they were meant 2 be
He was attracted to her looks and thought they were a match

They loved 2 kiss on the steps of versailles, It looked like rain, mama, birds do fly
They enjoyed romantic gestures in spite of uncertain outcomes

I love u baby, I love u so much, Maybe we can stay in touch, Meet me in another world, space and joy, Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys
Expressions of affection, desire for connection, and appreciation of beauty

He gave her all the love that anyone can, But she was promised 2 another man
He loved her with all his heart but she was already promised to someone else

He tried so hard not 2 go insane, Birds do fly, looks like rain
He struggled to cope with the pain of unrequited love, finding solace in the beauty of nature

Life is precious baby, love is so rare, I can take the breakup if u say that u care
Life is valuable, love is hard to come by, breakups are easier to handle when there is still love

He had 2 run away, his pride was 2 strong, It started raining, baby, the birds were gone
His ego prevented him from facing rejection, rain symbolizing the end of their romance

Vous etiez de l'autre cote de la salle, Vous dansiez si fort, Je sentais votre parfum, Votre sourire me dit que nous devrions nous parler, Sexe et repos, Baby, Je sais que vous aimerez ca, Vous n'y resisterez pas, Baby, Je vous enlacerai avec mes jambes, Baby, Pendant des heures je vais vous etonner, Baby, Faire l'amour faire l'amour, Nous nous rencontrerons
A seductive and sexual invitation to a dance partner, promising to give pleasure and excitement in bed

Happiness in it's uncut form, Is the feeling that I get, you're warm, warm, Happy's what I get when we do what we do, Happiness, mama, is being with u, Good lord
Happiness is an unfiltered emotion, enjoyed with the warmth of a loved one, and experienced through happy times shared

Meet me somewhere after dawn, Lord (I love u baby), (I love u so much), (Maybe we can stay in touch), (I love u baby), (I love u so much), Vous etes belle, So like I saw u from across the room, and (maybe we can spot u stay in touch), Honey, u danced so hard I smelled your perfume, (maybe we can stay in touch), And the look on your lips said that a, "we could talk some more, (maybe we can stay in touch), Some more on the dance floor baby" (I love u baby), Hear the words I'm saying, (I love u so much), Feel the sex I'm laying (maybe we can stay in touch), Naughty's what I wanna be with u tonight, Tonight, (Meet me in another world, space and joy), Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys, Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys, Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys, Vous etes tres belle, mama, girls and boys, Girls and boys
A heated plea to meet up after the dawn, with sensual undertones and a promise to be naughty in another world with beautiful girls and boys

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PRINCE ROGERS NELSON

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