41 years and this famous cappella group's motto remains; "We still ain't got no band." Since 1961 the Persuasions have released over 20 albums. Only one member of the original 5 has changed after the death of Toubo Rhoad. The remaining four singers, Jerry Lawson, Jimmy Hayes, Joe Russell and Jayotis Washington were joined by former Drifter Benard "B.J." Jones. They have performed or recorded with Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, The Neville Brothers, Patti LaBelle, Liza Minelli, Van Morrison and Paul Simon. Their music also graced film in "Joe and the Volcano" and "ET". . --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All Rights Reserved. © 2002, Christian Kuiphoff _________________ Prints available by request.