Orleans - Love Takes Time - Don Odells Legendsa

Orleans is an American pop rock band best known for its hits "Dance with Me" (No. 6 in 1975); "Still the One" (No. 5), from the album Waking and Dreaming (1976); and "Love Takes Time" (No. 11 in 1979). The group's name evolved from the music it was playing at the time of their formation, which was inspired by Louisiana artists such as Allen Toussaint and the Neville Brothers. Orleans was formed in Woodstock, New York in January 1972 by vocalist/guitarist/songwriter John Hall, vocalist/guitarist/keyboardist Larry Hoppen and drummer/percussionist Wells Kelly. In October of that year, the group expanded to include Larry's younger brother, Lance, on bass. Drummer Jerry Marotta joined in 1976, completing the quintet.

[dianescheuering]

I love this song. Makes my heart happy that Lance carries on Larry's legacy

[getinthekitchen]

Oh how I wish I could go back to this time in my life!

[spencerschulz]

This is how you're suppose to play music. Well done Orleans.

[kckettridge]

Now if this doesn't bring back some memories of high This group was underrated then and still today. RIP Larry Hoppen....Great job Lance.

[Janetraebird]

Outstanding! One of THE GREATEST bands of time... the soundtrack of the 70's that still hits the mark of GREAT music in 2024!

[ShakenStirred]

I'm 53 and this song takes me back to when I was 12 and discovering girls!!! 😊

[KevinFlynn-yc]

The leader singers voice is still top notch.

[madjack]

This is my favourite song by this fabulous band. They have inspired me as a musician since their first big hit " Dance with me " . I miss Larry Hoppen, he had the most wonderful soulful voice and his brother Lance does this justice in his memory. The whole band are such great musicians, long may they continue ! x

[narishaloflin]

I this
I can't believe the original singer, Larry Hoppen, is dead 😢 & that this is his own brother Lance Hoppen singing! Does anyone realize how high a part this is for a guy to sing? And it's so rare to find a singer who's this age & can still hit those notes--WOW! Apparently, vocal talent runs in the Hoppen family. Lance, you did your brother proud! I adore this group! They all still sound soooo good!❤

[sylviafava]

Thank you, God, for letting me grow up on this Era. Funny, I know all the words. Not like today's music.

[kathleensilva]

I saw Orleans and America on Boston Common years ago.I met Larry and he signed my t shirt.I will never forget him.❤

[krazyk]

They don’t write songs like this anymore…Such great musicians…If you were lucky enough to have lived through this period of music..You are blessed….✌🏻

[Myronkline]

What a freaking unbelievable incredible great band. I love them back in the day but man I'm not sure I really knew just how good they were. No words can say how much I miss those days!

[PaulImel]

Beautiful song, this song takes me back to the spring of 1979 great memories.

[MariaLopez-ygsh]

Here at tbe hospital with covid..still listening..god will heal us
.take us home soon.gof bless you orleans

[PaulImel]

Beautiful song great vocals man dose this song bring back memories

[speedo]

oh the memories!! i was in love so many times in the 70's, 80's.

[walther]

These guys were awesome and very under rated... keep playing!!

[jamesjamesnet]

My favorite song to married 29, years song so true, I give all the glory to God.

[madbrad]

Now don't that bring back some great memories of Saturday nights in the 70's what a great time it was to be alive