2/15/1932: Troubles all will end: Piedmont Melody Boys: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group, Musical group : Victor: BVE-70694: 10-in. [In the early 1940's, the Blackwoods were known as "The Blackwood Brothers' Stamps Quartet.] This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. The division did not bring about the end of the various quartets, however. Frank Stamps, one of gospel music's foremost singers, recording artists, music publishers, broadcasters, masters of ceremony, and through the Stamps Quartet School of Music, educators. (2023). cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. We recommend that you contact the vendor to confirm that the event date is open. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. This is a portion of a song recorded by Frank Stamps \u0026 His All-Star Quartet in the late 1920s. There was an error deleting this problem. 3341 Hancock St. San Diego, CA 92110 (800)373-5614 They were already touring in their custom bus since 1962. Find local vendors to bring your celebration to life. In 1948 they moved to WSPA radio Spartanburg, SC and dropped the "Stamps" name. "As you know, we have lost the Leader, the Pusher, and the Father of Gospel Music. If you change your mind, you can easily unsubscribe. Discography of American Historical Recordings, s.v. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: BVE-56590: 10-in. We need your support because we are a non-profit organization that relies upon contributions from our community in order to record and preserve the history of our state. It was then that he and Lister hatched the idea for the Masters V, and the Stamps name was once again dormant. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. V O Stamps also formed a quartet of his own. 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. 2008-2023 Regents of the University of California, All Rights Reserved. We want your guests to have a memorable experience, to enjoy the vibe you have created by hiring a live band. J D and Hovie carried on for a while with Shaun Nielsen, Jack Toney, and Ed Hill, but ultimately J D decided to revive the Stamps name. Formed originally in 1924, the Stamps name boasts the longest history of any quartet in gospel music industry. Two Stamps and A Baxter Sumner. 11/25/1929: Living for Jesus: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Male vocal quartet, with piano: Vocal group : Victor: BVE-56591: 10-in. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Translation on Find a Grave is an ongoing project. 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. In 2015 the Stamps Quartet consisted of Ed Enoch (manager and lead vocalist), Michael Means (bass), Joe Combs (baritone), and Tony Goforth (tenor). ). or don't show this againI am good at figuring things out. In exchange, groups were allowed to use Stamps or Stamps-Baxter as part of their own name. Stamps Quartet - Discography of American Historical Recordings Stamps Quartet Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1929 Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group See Also: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet = Recordings are available for online listening. "When I was a boy, Frank Stamps was my idol. Frank formed the V.O. Frank was born February 11, 1925 in Timpson, Texas to the late Fred and Amy (Stilley) Stamps. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. Sumner, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. Artist descriptions on Last.fm are editable by everyone. He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. We have fun, upbeat arrangements of swinging hot tunes from the great American songbook era, 1920s - 1960s, and our band is comprised of professional and experienced musicians. business hours We can get the job done! Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. Second Rebirth (1988-1998) Beginning in 1971 and lasting for over half a decade, the Stamps Quartet reached its greatest popularity as the main backup group for Elvis Presley until his death in 1977. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/29484015/frank-howard-stamps. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Once his father-in-law, Rev. 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. This is a 69 selection softback song book published by Stamps Quartet Music Company, Inc. We want to fit in and compliment the look of your event. The Stamps Quartet has been honored with induction into the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame, and the group has won both Grammy and Dove awards for best gospel group and best gospel album. No animated GIFs, photos with additional graphics (borders, embellishments. In 2014 and 2015 the group toured Europe to perform in ElvisThe Musical. Ready for retirement, Frank Stamps sold his business to James Blackwood and J D Sumner a year or two later. Then in 1926, VO partnered with J R Baxter to form the Stamps Baxter Music And Printing Company. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. We have footsteps to follow. This partnership became the most successful publisher of shape note hymn books in the United States. "We will never hear his deep bass voice again; but, we know his work will never be forgotten. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. By that time V. O. Stamps had partnered with J. R. Baxter to form the Stamps-Baxter Music and Printing Company, which was instrumental in the development of the various Stamps Quartets over the years and also became one of the most successful printers of shape note hymnbooks in the United States. Retrieved March 3, 2023, from https://adp.library.ucsb.edu/names/316190. No man has ever done more than he in all fields of Gospel Music. Frank Stamps, one of gospel music's foremost singers, recording artists, music publishers, broadcasters, masters of ceremony, and through the Stamps Quartet School of Music, educators. 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. As the 1970s rolled around, the Stamps saw a number of changes. By 1980, J D himself was filling in with Hovie Lister and the Statesmen. Established 1892. They include: Napier, Welborn, Randall, Randall, & Lester. Shaun Stalzer, View a list of services offered by this vendor. "We are proud to have his lovely wife with us; and, you can rest assured that as long as there is a Stamps Quartet Music Company, Mrs. Sally Stamps will help guide the work. / "Sally and Frank worked side by side building great singing schools every year. Around 1962 the group reformed with members Terry Blackwood, Smiling Joe Roeper, Jerry Redd, Big Jim Waits, and Roger McDuff. The Stamps Quartet is a gospel quartet originally founded in 1924 in Dallas by Virgil Oliver Stamps. The Stamps Quartet provided the ideal promotional vehicle through which to advertise the companys songbooks through their daily broadcasts on KRLD radio in Dallas. Frank Howard Stamps was born in Upshur, Texas. Christian Music Archive is not responsible for the content of external internet sites. We have arrangements for over 100+ great songs from the 1920's through the 1960's. You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. The company also launched a number of groups with the Stamps name. Have a question? You can always change this later in your Account settings. Once the booking is confirmed, it's covered by Our Guarantee. The quartet broke up in 1979, but by the late 1980s J. D. Sumner decided to revive the group. companies, Self-Inking replacement pads for Cosco & 2000 Plus stamps, Inks that are for all Ideal-Cosco-Trodat-Daters-Stamp Pads and Shiny Self Inking Stamps, Heavy Duty replacement pads for Cosco stamps, Stamp Pads from 3.5 inches up to 8 inches, Pro Color & Aero Brand Inks for permanent quick drying. Rick Strickland later replaced Warren on tenor and Jerry Kelso became the pianist. Sumner went to the Stamps and John Hall came to the Blackwood Brothers. If you have questions, please contact [emailprotected]. Brock originated the \"turn-around,\" which is another intro played after the first verse and chorus has been sung. . When Dwight Brock (brother to Lena "Mom" Speer) joined the group at the piano, he was one of the first to introduce instrumental turnarounds between the verses. Mr. Stamps, 87, passed away Sunday December 2 at Texoma Medical Center. Try again later. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Enter your email address*. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the Done button to see the photos in the gallery. Drag images here or select from your computer for Frank Howard Stamps memorial. Copyright 2014 - 23 WALDO FUNERAL HOME. That longevity would have been impossible without the blood, sweat and tears of J. D. Sumner. MLA Style. V. O. Stamps founded the V.O. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. He is a member of the Texas Gospel Music Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Association 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.. Continuing with this request will add an alert to the cemetery page and any new volunteers will have the opportunity to fulfill your request. In 1946, Sally says the attendance was over 1,100. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, or jump to a slide with the slide dots. Contact them directly for special requests. 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. Nobody can do what he did, but we will try with your prayers and your support. Innovations from the creative mind of J.D. Frank StampsSherman- Graveside services for Frank Charles Stamps will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday December 6 at Hillcrest Memorial Gardens in Bridge City, Texas. Because of his great work we have a guide to go by. In its illustrious history the Stamps Quartet has also backed such stars as Tammy Wynette, Willie Nelson, Ricky Skaggs, and Jerry Lee Lewis. By that point, the group included Big John Hall, Jim Hill, and Mylon LeFevre. After Elvis death, the group was unstable with several members coming and going. Our US based team of Account Specialists are here to help every step of the way. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? This is a portion of a song recorded by Frank Stamps & His All-Star Quartet in the late 1920s. He joined the US Navy in February 1942 and proudly served in the South Pacific and off China and Korea while aboard the USS Whitney and USS Guam. .more .more 97 Dislike Share Save Mister Elkin 4.26K. Close this window, and upload the photo(s) again. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. Stamps Name Multiplied The Memphis Symphony Orchestra, Symphony Hall, Memphis, TN. Elvis music as only the Stamps Quartet can. Four stylii were used to transfer. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. "He started the quartet field of music as we know it today. By working with Elvis Presley, J. D. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet created a whole new fan base for gospel music. https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/stamps-quartet. In addition to their recordings, they were introducing innovative practices for the time. Chicago Style Numerous performances at state and county fairs - festivals throughout the United States, Canada, Hawaii, and International festivals. "Give The World A Smile" became the group's first major hit and later became their signature song. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Information displayed on this page is courtesy of. He also, recorded on the first major record label with the Stamps Quartet. Donnie Sumner became the piano player in 1966 and then moved to the baritone slot when it opened up. 1-800-373-5614 In today, Out tommorow California Stamp Co. You can reach us during Monday - Friday has unbeatable prices. Are you adding a grave photo that will fulfill this request? Oops, we were unable to send the email. We are a self-contained unit with a great sound system perfect for events from 5-500 people. The group continued to perform, although only one of the current members, Enoch, owner and manager, remained from the quartets golden years with Elvis. Stamps School of Music in 1924, and his brother Frank (born around 1890 in Gilmer, Texas) established the first Stamps Quartet around the same time. Please try again later. Stamps' brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. We are the Firefly Jazz Quartet and it is our mission to supply classy, hip, live music to all of San Diego County. business hours We can get the job done! The Stamps Quartet was a Southern Gospel group from Two Stamps and A Baxter A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. Burl Strevel joined the quartet in 1947 to sing bass, and they moved over to WDBB radio in Burlington, NC. Group members were Palmer Wheeler, Roy Wheeler, Dwight Brock, . "Mister Frank", as he was affectionately called, traveled the length and breadth . Warren returned to sing tenor while Toney and Hill remained with the group during the name change. Discography of American Historical Recordings. Quickly see who the memorial is for and when they lived and died and where they are buried. Texas State Historical Association (TSHA) Feel free to contribute! He was named after his uncle Frank Stamps, the founder and lead singer of the original gospel singing Stamps Quartet. This reformation was under the direction, guidance and creative mind of J.D. We'll send you a couple of emails per month, filled with fascinating history facts that you can share with your friends. Just his name told all. A new version of Last.fm is available, to keep everything running smoothly, please reload the site. Ed Enoch and members of the world-famous Stamps Quartet were inducted into the Gospel Music Hall of Fame in 1997. Stay up to date with Christian Music Archive via E-Mail! During their years with Elvis and as long as JD Sumner owned the group in the years that followed, they were typically billed as JD Sumner & The Stamps Quartet. Performer: Frank Stamps and his QuartetWriter: Thomas BentonMale voices with piano.Digitized at 78 revolutions per minute. By this point, the Stamps publishing company operated by Frank's brother had merged with a company operated by J R Baxter to become Stamps Baxter Music . 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. Of course, no professional quartet since then has ever been without a piano. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? One did not have to say what he did or who he was. 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). Stamps Music Company in Jacksonville, Texas, and published their first song book, Harbor Bells. Our loss has certainly been Heaven's gain. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet was the first quartet to add a band to the sound. Stamps brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. Virgil Stamps died in 1940, and with his death Frank took over the partnership with J. R. Baxter and allowed several groups to use the Stamps name in exchange for their selling of the Stamps-Baxter songbooks. Failed to remove flower. 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. Virgil and Frank Stamps were inducted into the Southern Gospel Music Associations Hall of Fame in 1997. After eight years with the Masters V, James Blackwood and Jake Hess exited and the underlying concept of that group was significantly diluted. You remember that a mantle was passed from Frank Stamps to J. D. Sumner, as far back as the 1920s, 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. Try again. A system error has occurred. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. Bill Baize was soon singing tenor, and Ed Hill later came to the Stamps from the Prophets. Web. That is a part of gospel music history and cannot be ignored. (16 October 2011) Southern Gospel History. During their years backing Elvis, Sumner had some health issues, so Richard Sterban and others were used to sing bass at times. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. You will be hiring degreed professionals with many years of experience playing weddings, concerts, casuals, musical theatre, corporate events, church jobs, public events, and private parties. Your guests, no matter what their age, will identify with these timeless classics performed well. A series of significant events in the 1920s launched a legendary name in gospel music. We look good too! JD Sumner and the Stamps Quartet. Sumner were implemented by his group. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. It's free to book and make secure online payments through The Bash. The Stamps Quartet became the first Southern gospel quartet to sign with a major label when it recorded Give the World a Smile for the Victor label in the late 1920s. He hired Dwight Brock to play the piano and be the first quartet to use this instrument. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. No one is more dedicated nor knows more about the organization. Christian Music Archive is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. Frank Stamps Quartet, Stamps All Stars, Old Original Stamps Quartet, Old Gentlemen, The Stamps Quartet (with Frank Stamps) History (1920-1962) While Frank Stamps and his brother, V O Stamps, worked for the Vaughan Music Company around 1920, Frank originated the first Stamps Quartet. Sumner and the Stamps Quartet as one of the most successful groups gospel music had ever experienced. Mr. Stamps, 87, passed away Sunday December 2 at Texoma Medical Center.Frank was born February 11, 1925 in Timpson, Texas to the late Fred and Amy (Stilley) Stamps. One name is synonymous with the other. The groups numerous appearances at festivals and on television have included a live televised performance at the Grand Ole Opry and in ElvisThe Concert. The year 2007, marks the 45th anniversary celebrating the legacy of J.D. A few years later in the early 1960s, the quartet was reborn, again as an outreach of the publishing company. Year should not be greater than current year. Friday, February 24 10 AM - 6 PM Saturday, February 25 10 AM - 6 PM Sunday, February 26 10 AM - 3 PM. External links are provided for reference purposes. We will make sure the volume is appropriate for the setting, so the music can be enjoyed without being overwhelming. Over the years the Stamps Quartet also underwent both high and low points in terms of their popularity. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Founder of the Frank Stamps Quartet, the first southern gospel group to sign with a major recording label, RCA Victor, and the first to have a gospel hit single with "Give the World a Smile". Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. The Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor in 1927. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. = Recordings were issued from this master. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. We're no strangers to performing. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. On most of the recordings from this era, he would stop at the end of his intro, and then play the partsthe same notes the singers were singing. After V O Stamps death, Frank Stamps became J R Baxters partner and took over his brothers duties in the company. All rights reserved, Appalachian State University/Boone, North Carolina, Good things come to those who hustle while they wait"- Ben Franklin, "Don't ever look down on someone unless you plan on helping them up", If youre not first youre last Ricky Bobby, "I always shoot for the stars, and if I miss, i land on the moon.. ", " Woof!!! This account has been disabled. Please reset your password. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Weve updated the security on the site. Contact Firefly Jazz Quartet from San Diego on The Bash. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. https://www.tshaonline.org, https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/stamps-quartet. Please enter your email address and we will send you an email with a reset password code. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. One of the last statements made by J. D. Sumner was that he hoped we would hear his music after he was gone. But, we know Mr. Frank is in heaven and will be awaiting us. When J D Sumner passed away in 1998, the final members of the group were Sumner, Strickland, Ed Enoch, Hill, and Kelso. The Stamps-Baxter company published songbooks, and selling them was a key source of revenue for the groups and for the company in turn. Browse Jazz Band prices, photos, and 1 reviews, with a rating of 5 out of 5. They also organized the Frank Stamps and His All Star Quartet, which was the first in a long line of gospel quartets to feature the name Stamps. 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. Stamps' brother Frank Stamps formed the Frank Stamps Quartet around the same time. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. In 1927, the Frank Stamps Quartet signed a recording contract with Victor records, making them the first Southern Gospel quartet to sign on a major label. Terry Blackwood, Smiling Joe Roper, Jerry Redd, Big Jim Waits, and Roger McDuff were members of the new Stamps around 1962. Every penny counts! GREAT NEWS! He formed the Stamps Quartet Music Company. Frank Stamps, one of gospel musics foremost singers, recording artists, music publishers, broadcasters, masters of ceremony, and through the Stamps Quartet School of Music, educators. Upon his retirement in 1962 Frank Stamps sold his publishing interests. Include gps location with grave photos where possible. Following Presleys death, numerous personnel changes resulted in an overall decline in the groups popularity, despite performing at various Elvis tribute events and gospel concerts. Working for the King (1971-1977) After Sumners death, quartet member Ed Enoch officially trademarked the Stamps Quartet name in 2003. = Recordings were issued from this master. It was also during this period that the Stamps had their only female vocalists, Sandra Steele who was later replaced by Jennifer OBrien. Verify and try again. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Shirley (Garner) Stamps; and one son, Jack Stamps.The family will receive friends from 6:00-8:00 PM Tuesday December 4 at Waldo Funeral Home. At one point, he even sued his brother Frank for using a duplicate (or nearly duplicate) name. 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. Past appearances include San Diego Wild Animal Park, LEGOLAND, SeaWorld, San Diego Convention Center, San Diego State University, University of San Diego, Admiral Kid Club, The Art Institute, San Diego Museum of Art, San Diego Visual Arts Network, Sushi Visual and Performing Arts, Balboa Theatre, Old Globe Theatre, Birch North Park Theatre, San Diego Repertory Theatre, Cygnet Theatre, San Diego Opera, Mainly Mozart, Orchestra Nova, Sacra/Profana, Full Measure Carolers, San Diego Wedding Singers, Robert Mondavi Vineyard in Napa Valley, House of the Future art benefit parties, The Athenaeum Music and Arts Library, Kinsella Library, La Jolla Country Club, Rancho Santa Fe Country Club, Del Mar Country Club, Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, U.S. Grant Hotel, The Westgate Hotel, Catamaran Hotel, Ritz Hotel in Laguna, and The Lodge at Torrey Pines. 2022 - California stamp Company. 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. Frank Stamps decided to narrow his attention to publishing songbooks around 1950. Resend Activation Email. Check out these verified reviews from bookings on The Bash. Failed to report flower. Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License. The members of Firefly Jazz Quartet have been playing all over America's Finest City. Their unique blend, close harmony and excitement, won them fans everywhere. 2/15/1932: I want to hear him call my name: Frank Stamps All Star Quartet: Retrieved, November 17, 2011 from http://www.sghistory.com/index.php?n=J.JD_Sumner_And_The_Stamps_Quartet. Frank Stamps All Star Quartet - Discography of American Historical Recordings Frank Stamps All Star Quartet Date Range of DAHR Recordings: 1927 - 1932 Roles Represented in DAHR: Vocal group, Musical group See Also: Stamps Quartet = Recordings are available for online listening. All Rights Reserved.Funeral Home Website by Batesville | Funeral Planning and Grief Resources. He was finally home! Recordings For the thousands of miles traveled, for the inspirational performances you shared, for the companionship and love for one another. Under Franks influence, the publishing company began to arrange deals with many popular quartets of the day to sell Stamps-Baxter songbooks. I am sure the magazine will be filled with the things he stood for and with the great things he did; but, I know words at our disposal will not express how great he was. 3 March 2023. You can customize the cemeteries you volunteer for by selecting or deselecting below. The sponsor of a memorial may add an additional. 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. Most notable was their launch into global stardom as the key backup group for Elvis Presley. They had regular programs on Dallas radio stations WFFA and KRLD and performed in churches and other venues in the Dallas area. (Signed) J.D. (16 October 2011), http://www.sghistory.com/index.php?n=J.JD_Sumner_And_The_Stamps_Quartet. It all started in 1924 when V O Stamps formed the V O Stamps School Of Music. There was a problem getting your location. 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 OBrian 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.