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Heatwave was formed by the Wilder brothers, Johnnie and Keith, on their discharge from the U.S. Army while in Germany. An advertisement in a music paper yielded Hull and England-born songwriter Rod Temperton. Further members recruited were two more Americans, Eric Johns and Jessie Whitten, a Czech, Ernest Berger, and a Spaniard, Mario Mantese.

Heatwave was designed to be a slamming R&B outfit with strong song sensibilities and equally strong grooves to keep them dancing in the discos. It succeeded spectacularly.

Between 1977 and 1981 the group enjoyed a series of hit singles in both the UK and USA, including "Boogie Nights," "Always And Forever" and "Mind Blowing Decisions." Despite maintaining some links, Temperton officially left the band in 1977 to forge an impressive songwriting career. Heatwave's own progress was marred by a series of tragedies. Whitten was stabbed to death, Mantese left the group following a severe car crash, while Johnnie Wilder was paralyzed from the neck down as a result of another road accident. Johnnie Wilder courageously remained at the group's helm, producing their work and singing in the studio, while another vocalist, J.D. Nicholas, took his place onstage.

The journey of Heatwave is one of a group that surged to international prominence, which threatened to be eclipsed by tragedy, yet continues to shine intensely in the hearts of those who were ignited on the dance floor by the infectious grooves, electrified at live concerts by the fiery showmanship, and warmed by the smooth ballads that have made them internationally famous.

Heatwave has continued on. The group still tours, keeping the groove line going around the world.

Heatwave current members are --

  • Keith Wilder - lead vocals
  • Napoleon Eugene Phillips - vocals
  • Darryl Matthew Grady - vocals
  • Keith Busey - bass guitar
  • Leslie Campbell - guitar
  • Gino Myers - keyboards
  • Donnie Wilkerson - keyboards
  • Chuck Diaz - percussion
  • Warren Weatherspoon - drums
  • Pete Jordan, Saxophone - flute

Notable songs include --

  • Boogie Nights
  • Groove Line
  • Always and Forever
  • Too Hot to Handle
  • Ain't No Half Steppin'
  • Mind Blowing Decisions
  • Gangsters of the Groove
  • Happiness Togetherness
  • Look After Love

Heatwave may be available for your next special event!

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Genre: ..R&B
  Styles:
   ..Classic Rock
   ..Disco
   ..Quiet Storm
   ..Urban

Years active: 
   ..70s, ..80s, ..90s, ..00s

Formed:
   1975
      ..in Germany

Based:
   ..in Washington, DC

Showcase video available.

Heatwave's Tour Schedule

Heatwave's Concert Schedule –  by Ticketmaster

Music Store –  albums you can buy on-line

Heatwave album: "Heatwave at the Greek Theater Hollywood - Live"   Buy this album: "At The Greek Theater Hollywood - Live"  (1997)

Heatwave album: "Best of Heatwave: Always & Forever"   Buy this album: "Best of Heatwave: Always & Forever"  (1996)

Heatwave album: "Central Heating"   Buy this album: "Central Heating"  (1977)

Heatwave album: "Too Hot To Handle"   Buy this album: "Too Hot To Handle"  (1976)

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