Tessie Hill produced by Sylvia Moy
Back in 1978 while dong my usual weekend record shopping, I came across an LP by a gospel artist named Tessie Hill produced by Sylvia Moy! I was surprised to see a record with Sylvia Moy's name on it. Always searching for all things Motown-related I bought the album...and I loved it! I've always been a fan of Gospel music and if it has a Motown connection...well that certainly sparks even more of an interest :D
Some of the songs were recorded in Michigan with Sylvia handling the production, rhythm & vocal arrangements and was the chorus master. Strings by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra...oh yeah I love my strings!!
Thankfully, some of the songs from the album were uploaded on You Tube and I wanted to post them for those that may be interested in hearing them. These are three of my personal favs from the album.
Like Glencro says...It's Sunday morning...let's get lifted...let's have church!!! Alright!! :)
"Face It With A Smile" [[powerful message song)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y95p_eWXqWM
Thanks for your great job with Ms. Hill! I remember most of her mid-70's songs.
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Originally Posted by
Freddie Guy
Hello, I just saw your question. Maybe you did get an answer but Tessie Hill made her transition on July 31, 2019. For a reference, I am the bass player on her album "Great Things and every other album she did. All with The Late Eddie Robinson except "Steppin Out" and the songs produced by Sylvia Moy. Ironically, I also recorded with Sylvia right after she left Motown for almost two years and feel so horned to have known both of them/ Freddie Guy Hutson
I have Tessie Hill's gospel CD greatest hits And your Bass playing is on point! Almost the same hard sound as the mid-60's Motown recordings. Especially on "Great Things". Thanks again for your gift of music.l