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On June 20, 1997, 59-year-old Lawrence Payton died as a result of liver cancer, after singing for 44 years with the Four Tops who, unlike many other Motown groups, never had a single lineup change until then.
Lawrence Albert Payton Sr. (March 2, 1938 – June 20, 1997) was an American tenor, songwriter, vocal arranger, musician, and record producer for the popular Motown quartet, the Four Tops.
Feb 17, 2015 · For those worried whether the Tops’ latest incarnation can uphold its revered reputation, Payton Jr. is quick to say the group hasn’t missed a beat as it brings in old fans while attracting ...
Dec 26, 2023 · The group’s latter-day line-up features Ronnie McNeir, Lawrence’s son, Lawrence Payton Jr. and Alexander Morris, who replaced Harold Bonhart in early 2019.
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Lawrence Roquel Payton Jr. stops by the show to talk about the long illustrious career of the Four Tops! Doc and Lawrence talk about Duke's 70 years in the band, they talk about Lawarence...
Oct 6, 2023 · And Lawrence Payton Jr. called members of all four original members’ families to the front of the stage for his moving cover of Luther Vandross’ “Dance With My Father.”
Jun 4, 2022 · One by one, the Tops passed away—Payton in 1997, Benson in 2005, Stubbs in 2008. Lawrence Payton Jr. remembered his mother’s being angry at his father once long ago. She marched over to where the Tops were rehearsing, slowing and pausing as she heard the music through the door.
Apr 27, 2023 · In addition to Fakir, the current Four Tops now include Ronnie McNeir, Lawrence Payton Jr (son of original member Lawrence Payton), and lead vocalist Alexander Morris. At 87 years old, Duke Fakir’s passion for music and carrying on his beloved Four Tops’ legacy is still as strong as ever.
