| The Osmonds are an American family pop group who achieved enormous worldwide success as teenage music idols in the 1970s.The group originally comprised brothers Alan Ralph Osmond (born June 22, 1949), Melvin Wayne Osmond (born August 28, 1951), Merrill Davis Osmond (born April 30, 1953), Jay Wesley Osmond (born March 2, 1955) and Donald Clark "Donny" Osmond (born December 9, 1957).Career
The Osmonds' career started with a big break at Disneyland, followed quickly by regular appearances on The Andy Williams Show in the early 1960s.However, their most successful period was the early 1970s, when they achieved a string of chart hits.Donny, and to a lesser extent Jimmy, both achieved success as solo artists, as did their only sister Marie.Marie's signature hit was the country song "Paper Roses" (hence the recurring theme on their variety show where Marie sang, "I'm a little bit country," and Donny responded by singing "and I'm a little bit rock and roll").Jimmy achieved particular success in the UK and Japan (most notably for his single "Long Haired Lover from Liverpool"), while Donny and Marie's success was nearly worldwide.Marie, on ABC from 1976 to 1979.The Osmonds are of English descent on both their paternal and maternal sides, as well as Welsh descent on their maternal side.Musical success
The Osmonds' breakthrough US hit, "One Bad Apple", featuring lead vocals by Merrill and Donny, bore an uncanny similarity to the "bubblegum soul" sound of their contemporaries, The Jackson 5.The song spent five weeks at No.Osmonds had a soulful, sometimes raucous sound which was a precursor of the power pop of later years.Their 1972 LP Crazy Horses and its title track were met with mixed critical reaction.The album, however, was a real testament to the brothers' ability to write and play (they played all the instruments on the album) and featured some serious songwriting, singing and playing chops.These albums were followed with gentler, more sentimental songs such as "Let Me In" and "Love Me For A Reason".This music, combined with the brothers' good looks and clean image, greatly appealed to the teenybopper market.Like the word "Beatlemania", a new word, "Osmania", was coined to describe the phenomenon.The Osmonds today
Wayne, Jay, Jimmy, and sometimes Merrill continue to perform as The Osmond Brothers, with frequent appearances in Branson, Missouri, as well as the UK, both as a quartet with Jimmy.Merrill also performs as a solo artist, performing regularly in Branson, Missouri and Europe.Alan no longer performs, except on very rare occasions, as he suffers from multiple sclerosis (although his Osmond motto is "I may have MS ...Today, their sound is more country and western, with a bit of rock, and adult contemporary thrown in.Jimmy performs in Branson and the UK, as well, and has become a successful businessman.At the end of March of 2007, it was announced Marie and her second husband, producer Brian Blosil are divorcing after nearly 20 years of marriage.Up through December of 2006 he starred as Gaston in the stage production of Beauty and the Beast.All of the brothers are married with some of them having large families.Due to a resurgence of interest, they toured the UK in 2006.In August of 2007, the Osmonds performed for their 50th Anniversary in Las Vegas.Patriarch George Osmond died at 90 in Salt Lake City on November 6, 2007.Prior to his death, plans were being made for him and the 120+ members of the Osmond clan to appear on The Oprah Winfrey Show to celebrate the family's 50th anniversary in show business.The show aired the following day, which was also the day of Mr.Discography
This list comprises all of the Osmonds record releases as a pop and country act.This page was last modified 13:14, 7 January 2008.All text is available under the terms of the GNU Free Documentation License.See Copyrights for details.The Osmonds are an American family pop group who achieved enormous worldwide success as teenage music idols in the 1970s.The group originally comprised brothers Alan Ralph Osmond (born June 22, 1949), Melvin Wayne Osmond (born August 28, 1951), Merrill Davis Osmond (born April 30, 1953), Jay Wesley Osmond (born March 2, 1955) and Donald Clark "Donny" Osmond (born December 9, 1957).Older brothers George Virl Osmond, Jr.October 19, 1945), and Thomas Rulon Osmond (born October 26, 1947) were born deaf and did not appear on any of the records.Career
The Osmonds' career started with a big break at Disneyland, followed quickly by regular appearances on The Andy Williams Show in the early 1960s.Donny, and to a lesser extent Jimmy, both achieved success as solo artists, as did their only sister Marie.Marie, on ABC from 1976 to 1979.The Osmonds are of English descent on both their paternal and maternal sides, as well as Welsh descent on their maternal side.Musical success
The Osmonds' breakthrough US hit, "One Bad Apple", featuring lead vocals by Merrill and Donny, bore an uncanny similarity to the "bubblegum soul" sound of their contemporaries, The Jackson 5.The song spent five weeks at No.TV, since the entire Osmond family appeared on a variety show which was mostly devoted to Donny and Marie, but where the Brothers were given a segment or two each week to rock out.Their British fan base exploded overnight.Following quickly on its heels was the ambitious 1973 release, The Plan, perhaps best described as a Mormon concept album with prog rock aspirations.These albums were followed with gentler, more sentimental songs such as "Let Me In" and "Love Me For A Reason".This music, combined with the brothers' good looks and clean image, greatly appealed to the teenybopper market.Like the word "Beatlemania", a new word, "Osmania", was coined to describe the phenomenon.The Osmonds today
Wayne, Jay, Jimmy, and sometimes Merrill continue to perform as The Osmond Brothers, with frequent appearances in Branson, Missouri, as well as the UK, both as a quartet with Jimmy.Merrill also performs as a solo artist, performing regularly in Branson, Missouri and Europe.Today, their sound is more country and western, with a bit of rock, and adult contemporary thrown in.Marie has been a radio host and makes and sells dolls.At the end of March of 2007, it was announced Marie and her second husband, producer Brian Blosil are divorcing after nearly 20 years of marriage.He was a theatrical hit, starring for over 2,000 performances in the lead role of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.Up through December of 2006 he starred as Gaston in the stage production of Beauty and the Beast.All of the brothers are married with some of them having large families.Second Generation" or "2ndG".Due to a resurgence of interest, they toured the UK in 2006.In August of 2007, the Osmonds performed for their 50th Anniversary in Las Vegas.Discography
This list comprises all of the Osmonds record releases as a pop and country act.Singles
This list is incomplete; you can help by expanding it.Read More about The Plan at TheFamily.They have practically lived on a stage, thrilling many millions of people with their brand of entertainment!The Osmonds perform all styles of music from barbershop, pop, rock, country, and jazz!Their close harmonies cannot be matched by any other group.They have sold millions of albums and have several gold and platinum records to their credit.They have a huge loyal fanbase from all over the world who have followed the Osmonds from the very beginning!The Osmonds are celebrating their 50th year in entertainment and they just keep getting better and better!To read more about the Osmonds entertainment history, click on the history link at the top of the page.Quotes
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kids of that era.The Osmonds and one song by Donny in each episode.Terms and Privacy Policy under which this service is provided to you.Upd:visited:hover Skip navigationpd_top('Story','msntv','20248606','The Osmonds reunite on stage after 25 years','The family that sings together, stays together.They spoke about being on stage again and sang a medley for TODAY.Today Show EntertainmentBy Mike CelizicTODAYShow.Several of the brothers perform in a theater they built in Branson, Mo.Donny still has a strong following in the United Kingdom.Crooner Andy Williams also had them on his show.Jimmy, who was born April 16, 1963, would make them a sestet.What do I have to do to fit in here?Marie recalled of her first time singing with the entire family.Vieira asked if it was tough being surrounded by so much testosterone.What happened On This Day in history?Looking back: The rise and fall of the King of rock 'n' roll, 20 years after his death.Now the band is back, featuring Wayne, Merrill, Jay and Jimmy.Email details of this tour to a friend.Download The Osmonds Ringtones Instantly to your Cell.The OsmondsBy: The OsmondsCredited Role:Main PerformerSong List: One Bad Apple (Don't Spoil The Whole Bunch), Double Lovin',...Download The Osmonds Ringtones Instantly to your Cell.Download osmonds Ringtones Instantly to your Cell.Listen to The Osmonds now.Vintage nostalgia, including The Osmonds.Current Advertisers Sign InHelp improve Yahoo!View RSS FeedMake money with Yahoo!Shopping APIs, now powering Yahoo!Learn more about our paid syndication program.Allie is Wired
Answer this...December 17th, 2007 under The Osmonds.Donny and Marie Osmond might be cashing in on her success from Dancing with the Stars and be back on TV with a new show according to The Hollywood Reporter.December 10th, 2007 under The Osmonds.Tune in this Wednesday, Dec.Dancing with the Stars dolls she will sneak in and what songs she will do on the show!TiVo her on QVC because it will help me keep the holiday cheer up all year round!!!November 19th, 2007 under The Osmonds.Daily Mail)
Donny Osmond broke the news on Entertainment Tonight (check the site to hear him make the announcement) that Marie and him will be doing Vegas in July.Vegas again rule and suffer through the 120 degrees of heat just to see these two performing together again live.November 6th, 2007 under Obits, The Osmonds.George Osmond was 90 years old when he died today in Utah leaving behind 9 children and many many many more grandchildren.October 25th, 2007 under Dancing with the Stars, The Osmonds.October 24th, 2007 under The Osmonds, Weird Al Yankovich.For years I have been hearing them talk about what an awesome show Weird Al was, so I finally gave in and boy I am glad I did.He puts on a show and then some!!!YouTube page in the future, so deal with it!!!!October 1st, 2007 under Dancing with the Stars, The Osmonds.That was way too funny, good for them for having a little bit of fun while preparing for Dancing with the Stars!Marie Osmond and Jonathan Roberts!!!August 29th, 2007 under Dancing with the Stars, Spice Girls, Beverly Hills 90210, Sports figures, The Osmonds.Wayne Newton (even though he is stuck with Cheryl Burke) and Jennie Garth and Marie Osmond!Who are you rooting for?UPDATE 2: People listed who they will be dancing with, you know it is sad when you know who more of the dancers are than the stars.August 14th, 2007 under The Osmonds.Daily Mail
OK neither one is 50, but The Osmonds are celebrating 50 years together in Vegas and I have to say they both still look great!The Osmonds reunion confirmed!!!May 23rd, 2007 under 70s, The Osmonds.According to Norm Clarke The Osmonds will perform together again for the first time in 25 years.And yes for those of you wondering Marie will be part of the reunion with most of The Osmond brothers!!!That is going to be so much fun and cheese!!!UPDATE: for more on the reunion check the Osmonds50 site!Please visit my advertisers!Katie Holmes finally leads Tom Cruise!Jack Nicholson is Mr Cool!!!Hello, you either have JavaScript turned off or an old version of Adobe's Flash Player.Get the latest Flash player.This video has been added to your favorites.The video has been added to your playlist.This video will appear on your blog shortly.Thank you for sharing your concerns.Thank you for flagging this video.Per our Community Guidelines, hate speech is specifically defined in reference to "protected groups."Thank you for sharing your concerns.There may be significant legal penalties for false notices.Please refer to our Help Center for more information and the complete instructions.Thank you for sharing your concerns.In order to process a privacy complaint we need more information from you.Change this to see only comments above a certain value.Change the value of a comment by clicking on a thumb.Just finished watching the 2001 movie "The Osmonds".Brought back memories of when I was young and my older sister played all the Osmond records over and over.Plus, we're watching on TV but Jay is playing to a stadium.Maybe it's too over the top, maybe a different approach would have been better, but they are out there making an effort, doing SOMETHING, and pushing they're career to the next level.Jay is doing are a little silly and come across as lame 30+ years later.However, look at it this way.With this song the Osmonds are trying to change their image, and that's going to be difficult.C'mon, the Osmonds are one of the very biggest acts throughout the 60s and 70s, it's just ignorance to try to diss them.Would you like to comment?The code changes based on your selection. |
