The radio airplay response has been so tremendous overseas that it has sparked a European tour for The Flamingos.  The Diamond Anniversary Tour CD is selling in Italy, Germany, UK, Australia, Japan, just to name a few and the fans in these countries could not be more supportive.   Remembering the 2010 Japan shows, Terry said  he couldn’t believe how many young fans were carrying the album Flamingo’ Serenade for him to sign after the shows.  Terry also said,  “I love coming over here to see that the music is appreciated all over the world,  and I remember when we sang to them in Japanese, they started crying.  I was really surprised, but yet honored that they appreciated the many hours/days of rehearsal that it took to sing in their language.  Can’t wait to go back.”

Those of you who haven’t heard the Diamond Anniversary CD,  please click the link below to hear some audio samples. If you purchase the CD, a percentage of the proceeds go to the USO to support our troops and their families.

http://www.theflamingos.com/store

In 2014 the fans will have more and more opportunities to see The Flamingos headlining in casinos and theatres across the country performing their full 90 min. – 2 hour shows.  New dates are added regularly.

In concert, The Flamingos expand their repertoire to include classic songs from the American Songbook, an inspiring video tribute honoring our troops, comedy and the kind of show that seems to hit all age groups with pure entertainment.  This mix of cleverly arranged music from the past and present promises to create a memory-filled concert that will bring fans to their feet repeatedly.

If  they’re  having  this  much  fun  rehearsing,

imagine  how  much  fun  you’ll  have  at  the  show !

Remember  fans,  you  are . . .

The  Flamingo’  Flames

your  support  keeps  the  fire  burning  in  our  hearts.

Photos by Kurt Hudson www.eriehousepictures.carbonmade.com

Terry and The Flamingos are proud to be a part of the Florida Lottery success story this year. Their commercial broke all sales records in the history of the Lottery and their YouTube commercial received more views than any other in the history of the Florida Lottery. A record $1.41 billion is expected to go into the Educational Enhancement Trust Fund.

Read more…
http://www.floridatrend.com/article/15857/tuesdays-daily-pulse

The Terry Johnson’ sound, or as most in the business know him “Buzzy”, is a very recognizable ethereal mix of lush harmonies and beautifully orchestrated music.  At Motown Records, as a writing & producing partner with Smokey Robinson, his music was recorded by  The  Miracles, winning him a BMI Award for “Baby Baby Don’t Cry” and a top 10 hit “Here I Go Again”.  He also wrote and produced songs for such great artists as The Temptations, The Four Tops, The Supremes, Edwin Star, Martha Reeves, The Marvelettes and David Ruffin.  Throughout his 60 years career as a writer, arranger, producer and performer, Terry has continued to be inspired and influenced by musical industry giants like Nat King Cole, Sammy Davis Jr., Sam Cooke, Lambert, Hendricks and Ross, Wes Montgomery, George Benson, Manhattan Transfer, Marvin Gaye, The Philly Sound, Barbara Streisand, Frank Sinatra, Barry Manilow, Burt Bacharach, Bionce’, Michael Jackson, Clive Davis, David Foster and Tony Bennett.  Staying true to the signature sound that he produced for The Flamingos with his Grammy Hall of Fame Award winning arrangement of  “I Only Have Eyes For You”, and the critically acclaimed album “Flamingo Serenade”,  Terry has progressed The Flamingos’ legacy on this their “Diamond Anniversary Tour” CD.

This CD will take your mind and your heart on a romantic musical journey, that will re-confirm to your ears that The Flamingos are still and will always be “The Ambassadors For Romance.”

Terry filmed  TV spot on the CountyLine with Frank Loconto Public Policy Television Program  entitled “Florida Lottery Education Revenue Increased by New Marketing.”  It is soon to be seen on Comcast Ch. 19, Satellite Ch. 63.

For viewing stations and times go to http://pw.myersinfosys.com/becon/atoz?#C
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Others on the show were:

David Armstrong, – President, Broward College and Chair, Ft. Lauderdale Alliance Economic Council

Robert W. Runcie – Superintendent, Broward Public Schools

Cathy Van – Entertainer/Recording Artist

Jay Michaels – International Media Personality

Bruno Mars named his first album Doo-Wops & Hooligans for a reason: “It’s the purity and simplicity of it,” Mars says of the genre. “Even when they’re not saying very much, it’s a home run every time.”
“I Only Have Eyes for You – The Flamingos, 1959
Writing B.o.B.’s “Nothin’on You”, I was referencing this song. If you’re ever in the doghouse, you play this record and it gets you out fast.”

PRESS RELEASE: Florida Lottery is signing on for another 9 weeks run of The Flamingos’ commercial.
THE FLORIDA LOTTERY LOVING THE SUCCESS OF THE FLAMINGO FORTUNE COMMERCIAL!

FLORIDA LOTTERY SHATTERS ALL TIME SCRATCH-OFF SALES RECORD
TALLAHASSEE – For the first time in the twenty-five year history of the Florida Lottery, weekly sales of Scratch-Off tickets exceeded $74 million. The newest record breaks the previous sales mark by $5.7 million.
The Florida Lottery is believed to be only the third lottery-selling state to have weekly Scratch-Off sales top the $70 million mark. The other two are New York and Massachusetts.
“Breaking this weekly Scratch-Off sales record shows our players are responding to our excellent product mix, especially considering that 22 different games had sales of more than $1 million last week,” said Florida Lottery Secretary Cynthia O’Connell. “What makes us most proud is these record sales are leading to record transfers to education.”
Last month’s sales were led by the Lottery’s newest $20 Scratch-Off game, $3,000,000 FLAMINGO FORTUNE, which launched on Tuesday, March 5. The $25 MILLIONAIRE Scratch-Off game followed closely behind with more than $8.5 million in sales.
Also contributing to this record was “Florida Lottery Day at The Villages”, showcasing the new $3,000,000 FLAMINGO FORTUNE and Terry Johnson and The Flamingos’ crowd pleasing show. More than $70,000 was generated in ticket sales due to the thousands of players who participated in this event.

“This is an astounding production from a legendary group, now celebrating their 60th year in the entertainment industry. The Flamingos have withstood the test of time because of their firm adherence to this principle: to produce quality music, which entertains and enlightens their fans. Terry Jonson has always pushed the envelope, offering the finest turntable favorites and orchestration to countless audiences worldwide. Johnson has now added to his resume by creating an exceptionally wonderful CD that captures the sound and essence of this one-of-a-kind group. Each of the 14 songs is given the deluxe treatment. The instrumentation is full and lush, yet it does no over power the vocals. The voices combine in a tight blend, yet each singer stands out with his own distinctive sound. The marriage of instruments and vocals is the result of a flawless mix, giving you a crisp, clean sound on each selection. The songs herein are all fine examples from the great American songbook and, when coupled with The Flamingos’ unique styling’s, become monumental in stature. “Begin The Beguine,” the Cole Porter gem, is absolutely magical. It is given new life through Terry’s fine arrangement. Two Flamingos’ standbys, “I Only Have Eyes For You” and “I’ll Be Home” are both dazzling. Listen to the spoken introduction on the latter song and then you realize why this evergreen was originally written. My favorite “Crazy Little Thing Called Love” from Freddy Mercury. It became more joyous when expertly handled by this group. Do yourself a favor and purchase “Diamond Anniversary Tour 2013.” It will stand up to everything you expect from the Flamingos. It also gives you a new appreciation for this class act. Yooo’-Terry and his wife Theresa-“Ya’ done good! This CD is available at all The Flamingos’ live appearances or on their website-www.theflamingos.com.” Frank C., Concert Calendar Magazine

As a reminder from The Flamingos, a percentage of the proceeds from the CD will be donated to the USO to help support the troops.
This CD can also be purchased on ITunes or Amazon. “The Flamingos Diamond Anniversary Tour”

Terry and former Florida Governor and United States Senator Bob Graham shared a great afternoon at Mango’s in Las Olas in Fort Lauderdale.  Politicians, musicians, local magazine publishers and club owners all came to support Frank Loconto of The CountyLine Public Policy Television Program and his music.  Good food, good friends and music.  It doesn’t get any better than that!

The “Save America’s Cinemas” organization invited many of the owners and representatives of privately owned cinemas around the country as well as some of the top endorsers from the film industry to talk about the goals of the organization and to gather support for their worthy cause. They also presented one of the cinema owners with a gift of new movie and sound equipment!

I’m sure you probably have some of these beautiful old theatres in your community that are true historical land marks and reminders of a simpler time, and I’m sure they would like to know about this organization. Use  www.saveamericascinemas.org to find more information on how the theatres can receive help and how you can contribute.

The Flamingos, known for beautiful love songs, worked many of the great theatres like The Apollo, The Brooklyn Paramount and The Brooklyn Fox to name a few, and these types of theatres exist all over the country. They contribute in many ways to their communities and provide a broader viewing selection and live stage shows that the multi-plex theatres do not.

Please pass this information along to your friends and community leaders.

Enjoy some of the photos from the event!

MC Jay Michaels, Terry, Walter T. Shaw (founder of Save America’s Cinemas) and Entertainer Frank Stallone

Actor Frank Vincent, Terry, and MC Jay Michaels

Actress Debi Mazer and Terry

Actor Vincent Pastore and Terry

Terry speaking to the endorsers, films producers and cinema owners

The theme for the event was the movie

“The Wizard of Oz”

Some of the other endorsers pictured here are Actor Chuck Zito and Actress Katherine Narducci.