The Entertainers

The Entertainers' 1983 debut captures the exuberance of early 80s modern soul through the lens of South Carolina's vibrant music scene. Led by vocalist Earl Dookins, the band built momentum from their 1980 hit "Livin' For The Summer" into a full-length statement balancing carefully curated covers—Chi-Lites' "Hot On A Thang," Bobby Patterson's "I'm In Love With You," and Turley Richards' compositions—with compelling originals. Mid-tempo arrangements showcase lush string work and a blue-eyed soul sensibility that bridges soul tradition with contemporary AOR aesthetics. The result is a cohesive album that demonstrates both interpretive taste and original songwriting prowess, anchored by Dookins' assured vocal presence throughout.