Comments on: Lee Osler - Back To Ypsilanti http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/ The Best Records from Detroit and Beyond Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:26:55 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.0.3 by: Cousin Geoff http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-7833 Wed, 17 Dec 2008 00:51:45 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-7833 LaWanda, I'm going to write an article about you and your dad...keep those links coming... LaWanda, I’m going to write an article about you and your dad…keep those links coming…

]]> by: LaWanda Lee http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-7809 Tue, 16 Dec 2008 19:49:31 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-7809 <a href="http://nationwideartistspoylight.ning.com/video/video" rel="nofollow">Find more videos like this on <em>Nationwide Artist Spotlight</em></a> Find more videos like this on Nationwide Artist Spotlight

]]> by: LaWanda Lee http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-7323 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 19:01:23 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-7323 http://www.broadjam.com/artists/home.php?artistID=43348 for new music from My FAther Lee Osler http://www.broadjam.com/artists/home.php?artistID=43348 for new music from My FAther Lee Osler

]]> by: Cousin Geoff http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6167 Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:43:03 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6167 Oh, no, I wasn't hating. If you read my original post, you'll see that "Back To Ypsilanti" is my favorite record in my collection. There's nothing but love for Lee here. The Bob Marley reference was about all the children that Bob Marley had that went on to be great singers themselves: Stephen, Ziggy, Damian, Ky-Mani among the most well known. Now there's been at least four of Lee's children who have left comments here, most of whom are singers themselves. I think that's really cool. A true story is that when my wife was still pregnant with my own daughter, we used to play "Back To Ypsilanti" really loud and every time, without fail, she would start moving and kicking. Now she's one, and she dances to the song every time. I've never met anyone who didn't love this song when I've played it. Being from Ypsi, I can appreciate it even more. After I posted this song on this website, it lead to a revival of the song around town and I've even heard it gaining popularity outside of Michigan. Now, I know that, despite the song's greatness, Lee is by no means Bob Marley. But there's something to be said about the great unknowns in the music world, and Lee was one of those. That's what record collecting is all about. Who's to say that with a lucky break here or there, Lee couldn't have hit it big? He certainly had the talent and the band that backed him up produced an absolute classic modern funk sound that was IT back in 1983. Thanks for stopping by Tyra Lee...If you see your dad, tell him that we're interested in other music he may have done and to leave a comment here one day. Oh, no, I wasn’t hating. If you read my original post, you’ll see that “Back To Ypsilanti” is my favorite record in my collection. There’s nothing but love for Lee here.

The Bob Marley reference was about all the children that Bob Marley had that went on to be great singers themselves: Stephen, Ziggy, Damian, Ky-Mani among the most well known.

Now there’s been at least four of Lee’s children who have left comments here, most of whom are singers themselves. I think that’s really cool.

A true story is that when my wife was still pregnant with my own daughter, we used to play “Back To Ypsilanti” really loud and every time, without fail, she would start moving and kicking. Now she’s one, and she dances to the song every time. I’ve never met anyone who didn’t love this song when I’ve played it. Being from Ypsi, I can appreciate it even more. After I posted this song on this website, it lead to a revival of the song around town and I’ve even heard it gaining popularity outside of Michigan.

Now, I know that, despite the song’s greatness, Lee is by no means Bob Marley. But there’s something to be said about the great unknowns in the music world, and Lee was one of those. That’s what record collecting is all about. Who’s to say that with a lucky break here or there, Lee couldn’t have hit it big? He certainly had the talent and the band that backed him up produced an absolute classic modern funk sound that was IT back in 1983.

Thanks for stopping by Tyra Lee…If you see your dad, tell him that we’re interested in other music he may have done and to leave a comment here one day.

]]> by: Tyra lee osler :) http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6166 Fri, 07 Nov 2008 14:19:32 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6166 hey dats my daddy he can sing please dont hate ;) I LOVE U DADDY;) hey dats my daddy he can sing please dont hate ;)

I LOVE U DADDY;)

]]> by: Cousin Geoff http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6161 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 01:31:59 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6161 Lee Osler is the new Bob Marley. Thanks for stopping by, Louis. Keep the Osler sound alive. Lee Osler is the new Bob Marley.

Thanks for stopping by, Louis. Keep the Osler sound alive.

]]> by: Louis Amison http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6159 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 21:52:24 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6159 hey um washington lee osler is my dad and he says i have a voice like him so i will be washington lee osler IIII hey um washington lee osler is my dad and he says i have a voice like him so i will be washington lee osler IIII

]]> by: Cousin Geoff http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6076 Sun, 26 Oct 2008 23:33:09 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6076 Myra, thanks for stopping by. Myra, thanks for stopping by.

]]> by: Myra Amison http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6062 Sat, 25 Oct 2008 16:41:21 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-6062 Hey thats my dad Washington lee osler the reason why my name last name isnt osler is because I have my mom's last name so thats how he's my dad. and he is still making music he still hasent stoped oh yah hi lawanda its your little sister and brother Myra and Louis we just want to give out and good luck to our dad and keep doing what the lord gave you dad we miss you. And we all love you. Hey thats my dad Washington lee osler the reason why my name last name isnt osler is because I have my mom’s last name so thats how he’s my dad. and he is still making music he still hasent stoped oh yah hi lawanda its your little sister and brother Myra and Louis we just want to give out and good luck to our dad and keep doing what the lord gave you dad we miss you. And we all love you.

]]> by: Cousin Geoff http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3605 Sun, 20 Jul 2008 01:13:57 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3605 LaWanda, I love your music! You have a great voice, and you definitely have that Osler in you. Thanks for dropping us the note, good luck with your career, keep us updated with what you're up to. LaWanda, I love your music! You have a great voice, and you definitely have that Osler in you. Thanks for dropping us the note, good luck with your career, keep us updated with what you’re up to.

]]> by: LaWanda Lee Osler http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3601 Sat, 19 Jul 2008 23:25:05 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3601 Glad to see people still enjoy my fathers song . I was one of the little ones on his floats as he floated down michigan ave. singing back to ypsilanti . I took after my father i would say , but i have my own style , if youd like to check me out visit my myspace music page at www.myspace.com/sweetpetite26 , Thanks for still loving" Back To Ypsilanti" Glad to see people still enjoy my fathers song . I was one of the little ones on his floats as he floated down michigan ave. singing back to ypsilanti . I took after my father i would say , but i have my own style , if youd like to check me out visit my myspace music page at www.myspace.com/sweetpetite26 , Thanks for still loving” Back To Ypsilanti”

]]> by: Cousin Geoff http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3215 Sat, 21 Jun 2008 19:22:57 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3215 Thanks, Jimmy! I know what you mean about the song making you happy - it always does for me. If you or your dad had any more info on Lee Osler, I would love for you to share. If you post below in the comments, I could include the info on the next feature article I do on Lee and this song. Thanks again for stoppin' by... Thanks, Jimmy! I know what you mean about the song making you happy - it always does for me.

If you or your dad had any more info on Lee Osler, I would love for you to share. If you post below in the comments, I could include the info on the next feature article I do on Lee and this song.

Thanks again for stoppin’ by…

]]> by: Jimmy http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3214 Sat, 21 Jun 2008 13:44:56 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-3214 I think that is the greatest song... It sure does bring back alot of memories. My Dad knew Lee Osler well. Just the other day he came across this web site and pulled out all the Lee Osler stuff. If you’re interested in sharing info about Lee Osler let me know.. That song makes me happy : ) I live in Florida , but always go back to visit my home..... Here is a verse that sums up every thing in life : "I'm a goin back to Ypsi city where the girls they are so pretty.. Down in Depot town where they use't ta hang around, up on Cross Street... Where they use't ta eat at Lees." Cool Post..... I think that is the greatest song… It sure does bring back alot of memories. My Dad knew Lee Osler well.
Just the other day he came across this web site and pulled out all the Lee Osler stuff. If you’re interested in sharing info about Lee Osler let me know.. That song makes me happy : ) I live in Florida , but always go back to visit my home…..
Here is a verse that sums up every thing in life :
“I’m a goin back to Ypsi city where the girls they are so pretty..
Down in Depot town where they use’t ta hang around, up on Cross Street… Where they use’t ta eat at Lees.”

Cool Post…..

]]> by: admin http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1583 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 22:58:52 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1583 Couldn't agree more AV. We're glad you enjoyed it. Couldn’t agree more AV. We’re glad you enjoyed it.

]]> by: AV http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1582 Wed, 23 Jan 2008 21:44:31 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1582 This song brings nothing but good memories. It would be a blast to have him and his band have a old school review at the festival held in the summer here in Ypsilanti. That song could and should be played on the radio today ! This song brings nothing but good memories. It would be a blast to have him and his band have a old school review at the festival held in the summer here in Ypsilanti. That song could and should be played on the radio today !

]]> by: Cousins Vinyl · What chu been listenin’ to? / Update Notes / Recap 07? http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1481 Sat, 05 Jan 2008 04:55:50 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1481 [...] And of course, the biggest smash of &#8216;07 &#8230;it&#8217;s all about Back To Ypsilanti! [...] […] And of course, the biggest smash of ‘07 …it’s all about Back To Ypsilanti! […]

]]> by: admin http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1392 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 11:50:11 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1392 Joe! Yo, it's Geoff Anderson, man. I own Cousins Vinyl along with my cousin. You and I went to Huron together - I grew up with Topher. I think we also worked together for a minute at Eberwhite. I saw Funktelligence play way back in the early days up til the last show. In fact, I still have a tape of the earliest Funktelligence material. I was going to write about you guys on this site actually. Let me know what you're up to these days and give me a link to any band you're playing in or projects you're doing! Yeah, Joe, this song blew me away too. When I found it and saw the title I was excited but then listening to it was crazy. I'd have parties at my house (I live in Ypsi now) and put it on and people would flip. Ever since I posted the song here, there's been a Back To Ypsilanti revival. I'm glad you enjoyed it, Joe, and keep up with the music. It was good to hear from you. Joe! Yo, it’s Geoff Anderson, man. I own Cousins Vinyl along with my cousin. You and I went to Huron together - I grew up with Topher. I think we also worked together for a minute at Eberwhite. I saw Funktelligence play way back in the early days up til the last show. In fact, I still have a tape of the earliest Funktelligence material. I was going to write about you guys on this site actually. Let me know what you’re up to these days and give me a link to any band you’re playing in or projects you’re doing!

Yeah, Joe, this song blew me away too. When I found it and saw the title I was excited but then listening to it was crazy. I’d have parties at my house (I live in Ypsi now) and put it on and people would flip.

Ever since I posted the song here, there’s been a Back To Ypsilanti revival. I’m glad you enjoyed it, Joe, and keep up with the music. It was good to hear from you.

]]> by: Joe Doodle http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1389 Tue, 04 Dec 2007 00:23:10 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1389 Wow I am just blown away by this song. I'm from Ann Arbor born and raised. My moms now lives in Ypsi and I'm in Los Angeles. As a musician and a lover of the funk and early 80's music this song means a lot to me. All I can say is Wow! I used to play in a local band called Funktelligence and if we would have known of this song we would have for sure learned it and played it all the time. Anyway, thanks for sharing. Halla Wow I am just blown away by this song. I’m from Ann Arbor born and raised. My moms now lives in Ypsi and I’m in Los Angeles. As a musician and a lover of the funk and early 80’s music this song means a lot to me. All I can say is Wow! I used to play in a local band called Funktelligence and if we would have known of this song we would have for sure learned it and played it all the time. Anyway, thanks for sharing. Halla

]]> by: admin http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1369 Wed, 28 Nov 2007 03:10:47 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1369 Rick, First off - I checked out your site - you guys seems like a very fun and entertaining band. Your influences are exactly what I'm into, so please keep us and others posted here on what you guys are up to. I'm so glad to see that our discovery and revival of this 45 have led to so much happening. We're seeing that song pop up all over the place as so many people are digging it and feeling the spirit of what Lee Osler was throwing down back in 1983. To do a cover of that song and play it live in Ypsi would be so incredibly sweet. I would certainly spread the word around town if you guys happen to put that together and perform it. Thanks so much for dropping by. Good luck with the music; I'll be keeping up with you guys now. Geoff co-owner, Cousins Vinyl Rick,

First off - I checked out your site - you guys seems like a very fun and entertaining band. Your influences are exactly what I’m into, so please keep us and others posted here on what you guys are up to.

I’m so glad to see that our discovery and revival of this 45 have led to so much happening. We’re seeing that song pop up all over the place as so many people are digging it and feeling the spirit of what Lee Osler was throwing down back in 1983. To do a cover of that song and play it live in Ypsi would be so incredibly sweet. I would certainly spread the word around town if you guys happen to put that together and perform it.

Thanks so much for dropping by. Good luck with the music; I’ll be keeping up with you guys now.

Geoff
co-owner, Cousins Vinyl

]]> by: Rick http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1364 Tue, 27 Nov 2007 15:46:12 +0000 http://cousinsvinyl.com/2007/lee-osler-back-to-ypsilanti/#comment-1364 A freind of mine just sent this blog to me. So sweet! I am currently asking the band I'm in to play this song the next time we play TC's or Andrew's in Ypsi. This is right up our alley, although there will be some slight rearrangement. Check out Jamison at www.jamisonband.com Enjoy and look out for us comin' back to Ypsilanti soon! Rick Jamison Band www.jamisonband.com A freind of mine just sent this blog to me. So sweet! I am currently asking the band I’m in to play this song the next time we play TC’s or Andrew’s in Ypsi. This is right up our alley, although there will be some slight rearrangement. Check out Jamison at www.jamisonband.com

Enjoy and look out for us comin’ back to Ypsilanti soon!

Rick
Jamison Band
www.jamisonband.com

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