- Beckie Sugden, Mick Jenkins And when times are hard, they'd turn to a sound of hope, like the signature song of the Mighty Clouds of Joy called "I've Been in the Storm Too Long. The quartet formed in the mid-1950s as a hard-shouting quartet in keeping with the style of the times, and through the intercession of RnB artist turned gospel DJ Brother Henderson, came to the attention of Peacock Records. "Gospel singers don't retire, you know, they just die doing what they do," he said. We REPRESENT, ENGAGE, AMPLIFY and DELIVER news and information to the Black audience in the Greater Houston area. Starting out in a tradition-based style, eventually elements of soul, R&B, and rock were added into their musical mix. "Joe was telling the poorest people there is a brighter side somewhere where the wicked will cease from troubling and all will be at rest.". NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. His booking agent, Ricky DeRae, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday in Georgia. This is a carousel. The band released 31 albums, including - Down Memory Lane, In the House of the Lord: Live in Houston, Pray for Me, Sing and Shout, The Truth Is the Power, Mighty Clouds of Joy Live, Live at Music Hall, and Family Circle. The Mighty Clouds of Joy Are Forever Lived, 50+ Years Later. "We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel. - Josh Brinkman (USA, Canada &Mexico) co-booked with Wasserman Music, Courtney Marie Andrews Steal Away to Jesus was their first recording in 1960, with their first album debuting in 1961 on Peacock Records. "Gospel singers don't retire, you know, they just die doing what they do," he said. Julius Cheeks And The Nightingales, Bright Night / The Mighty Clouds Of Joy In Concert, Memory Lane - Best Of: Recordings From 1960-1993, Together As One: A Tribute To The Heritage Of Quartet Music. 23 talking about this. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. According to to a news release provided by gospel music industry publicist Bill . Dec. 15, 2016. Songs. of The Stereotypes, Extreme For those who may ask what they can do to honor Richard, we have a simple request. As much as Richard cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the expressions of goodwill from people around the world and from all walks of life. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy Pray For Me. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy), Sing Songs Of Rev. The original members of the band include Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant Franklin, Leon Polk and Richard Wallace. 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When Mike joined the group, he fit our vocal style like a glove. For those who may ask what they can do to honor Joe, we have a simple request. 1970): Rapper, co-founding member of legendary ensemble A Tribe Called Quest. The Mighty Clouds of Joy are three time Grammy award winners and they are members of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Thank you! Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. Eddie Harsch (b. Out of this cultural lineage came Joe Ligon and the Mighty Clouds of Joy.". Pete Burns (b. @rustychalfont Based in Los Angeles, California, the original group members include Joe Ligon (d. 2016), Johnny Martin (d. 1987), Ermant Franklin Jr., Artis . Copyright 2011-2023 Libra Boyd. The #Greatest #GOSPEL GROUP 2Ever Live; #NON-BUT-THERIGHTEOUS #THE MIGHTY CLOUDS OF JOY!! [6] He also released three albums on Okeh, Be Ever Wonderful (1963), Blues & Soul (1965) and Ted Taylor's Greatest Hits (1966). [2], Taylor left the group, and recorded two singles on Melatone Records in 1957 with the Bob Reed orchestra on which he was credited for contractual reasons as "Ivory Lucky". 1937): Country music legend, former San Quentin resident. Martin Luther King Jr. to prominence as the effort to secure civil rights burst forward. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, A floral arrangement in memory of gospel singer Joe Ligon during his funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. 1959): Prince protege and pop singer in Vanity 6. "With gospel, you go down, but you get up again and again. The Mighty Clouds of Joy perform on Jubilee Showcase in 1968.For a limited time get the JUBILEE SHOWCASE DVD - 20% ($4) off! The Head and the Heart / The Head & the Heart, Multi-Instrumentalist and Session Musician David Lindley Dead at 78, LAST DAY! By Legacy Staff December 12, 2016. The group has won three Grammy Awards, several Stellar Awards, Hall of Fame Inductions, Lifetime Achievement Awards, with more nominations and top selling hit albums along the way. Taylor sang lead vocals on The Cadets' "Do You Wanna Rock (Hey Little Girl)" and "I Cry" and also on The Jacks' "Away" and "My Darling." (Only until the end of 2022! 1959): Singer for '80s hitmakers Dead or Alive. Attrell CordesakaPrince Be (b. They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. Ligon told the AP that at the age of 56 he could hit every note that he could at the age of 18. His manager, Isaac Lindsey, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday in Georgia. 1942): Southern soul great had a hit with the Sir Douglas Quintet's "She's About a Mover.". [3][4], Taylor died in a car crash in Lake Charles, Louisiana in 1987, aged 53.[1][8]. 1 Radio Single, WATCH: MultiTracks.com Black History Month Roundtable. The original members were Walter Ligon, Johnny Martin, Richard Wallace and Elmer Franklin. An account was already registered with this email. 1931): Elvis sideman, electric guitar innovator. 1948): Singer-songwriter, co-founding member of The Eagles. Get The Best Industry News, Data, Insider Commentary And More, Delivered Right To Your Inbox. Their crossover success brought them added recognition, and they opened for the Rolling Stones, Paul Simon and Aretha Franklin. Ligon, 80, died Dec. 11, and . Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Gospel singer Luther Barnes, left, arrives for the funeral of gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Jesse Jackson talks with mourners after gospel singer Joe Ligon's funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Joe Ligon. 1952): Virtuoso bassist had long associations with Lou Reed and Bob Weir among dozens of other credits, in addition to a successful solo career. ", Sonny James (b. 1942): Jazz pianist turned one-hit-wonder in 1969, he led Thunderclap Newman, a band put together by Pete Townshend who had a hit with "Something in the Air. 1940): Avant garde artist best known for his musical work in minimalism with the Dream Syndicate, which nurtured a young John Cale from the Velvet Underground. Out of this cultural lineage came Joe Ligon and the Mighty Clouds of Joy." The original members of the band include . The Alabama-born Ligon traveled to Los Angeles as a teen and ultimately teamed with an immensely talented group of singers to create The Mighty Clouds of Joy in 1960. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. "While God gave him an unusual and Godly talent, he gave it back to God and God kept on giving," Jackson said to the full sanctuary. All Rights Reserved. They played for President Jimmy Carter and toured extensively overseas. Libra is presently working on several scholarly projects about gospel music in the media as well as gospel music in social movements. He was 80. [1] He became a member of the Mighty Clouds of Joy gospel group, before joining the Santa Monica Soul Seekers as a tenor singer. Please check your inbox for an authentication link. Copyright 2022 Gospel Music Association. Over the next seven years, he recorded singles for a succession of labels including Ebb, Duke, Top Rank International, Laurie (where several of his records were credited to Austin Taylor), Warwick, Gold Eagle, Soncraft, and Apt. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Rev. But the Mighty Clouds took their expansive sound to chart on the Pop, Soul and Disco charts. Taylor's music has been sampled throughout hip-hop. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Peggy Ligon with family members after the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Get a code sent to your email to sign in, or sign in using a password. GMF extends sincere sympathy to the Wallace family and the Clouds during this deeply emotional time. 1932): Prolific pianist played on jazz recordings starting in the early 1950s but made his greatest mark on the avant garde scene of the '60s and '70s. Pray On My Child Jesus In Me Searching Shadrack Where Could I Go But To The Lord My Lord is Writing All The Time Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone Wish I Had Answered Gambling Man Help Me Jesus Looking Back Where Could I Go But To The Lord Close To Thee Draw Me Closer, Lord Lord, Dont Move The Mountain Resting Easy Oh, What a Meeting Toiling Peter Dont Be Afraid Just Like He Said He Would Take Me Back To God Be The Glory Jesus is the Answer You Can Depend on Me, Jesus Thank You, Lord It Wont Be Long I Dont Know Why Wait On Jesus He's Wonderful Theres No Time Like Now Tell It Like It Is Things I Used to Do These Old Heavy Burdens I Know What Prayer Can Do. Taylor was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and moved to California in 1952. - Jimmie Allen, Andrew Millsaps For over fifty years, the legacy of premier Gospel quartet, The Mighty Clouds of Joy has been unwavering, thriving decade after decade.Creating a distinctive, traditional sound with a soulful twist, Mighty Clouds of Joy have molded an unforgettable lane that has stuck with us for generations and will stick with us for generations to . Music video by The Mighty Clouds Of Joy performing If Jesus Can't Fix It. 1938): Singer-songwriter became most famous for his work as a producer, shaping ska and reggae. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. He was 80. Joe Ligon could have gone for fame and fortune under the guidance of the legendary Sam Cooke, who himself crossed the river separating gospel from what came to be called soul. Mighty Clouds Of Joy Live In Charleston. Cecil Campbell aka Prince Buster (b. The Sensational Wonders (a.k.a. !, Thxs so very much 4SHARING The GOSPEL all My LIFE!! Joey Feek (b. [3], He was influenced by such singers as Little Willie John, Clyde McPhatter and Jackie Wilson. Loved ones honor gospel singer Joe Ligon at Beaumont funeral, Joe Ligon & The Mighty Clouds of Joy website, Pallbearers carry the casket of gospel singer Joe Ligon during his funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1954 and started out in a tradition-based style. Richard Wallace, founding member of the legendary Mighty Clouds of Joy has died, according to a statement released today by Rev. Maurice White (b. 1934): Poet, songwriter extraordinaire, snazzy dresser. NASHVILLE, Tenn., (CelebrityAccess MediaWire) Michael Cook, a member of the legendary Gospel group the Mighty Clouds of Joy for more than 20 years died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. Isaac Lindsey, manager of Joe Ligons Mighty Clouds of Joy. Ralph Stanley (b. Click through for more sadness from the past year George Martin (b. Our pledge is to elevate solutions, share successes, and amplify the experiences of Black people. Presenting the widest variety of gospel and inspirational music with the highest professional standards, this historic program reached a vast audience every Sunday morning establishing itself as an institution in Chicago, church before church. Jubilee Showcase was also a platform for a majority of the performers to make their television debuts, such as with Albertina Walker singing Amazing Grace. SONGS INCLUDE: Amazing Grace Willing To Wait Wade in the Water Where Is Your Faith In God? of Neon Union (with Warner Chappell Music), Leo Brooks Played with Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond and more. They began as a Gospel act only, and they charted more than two dozen albums on the Gospel charts, most hitting the Top 10. CelebrityAccess provides in-depth Artist Analytics for over 250k+ Celebrities Worldwide - and unparalleled, detailed information on over 100k Entertainers Speakers, Celebrities, and their Representatives, as well as hundreds of thousands of Records for Venues, Agents and Managers, including their Direct Phone Numbers and Emails Addresses. 1939): Songwriter and producer turned performance art rapper. Many in the gospel tradition, like Cooke's Soul Stirrers, Lou Rawls and the Pilgrim Travelers, Pop Staples and Mavis Staples and the Staples Singers and the Rev. 1958): Rock, funk, soul, R&B dynamo, champion of purple. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. Co-wrote "Luckenbach, Texas," "Do Right Woman," "Dark End of the Street" and others. Unauthorized reproduction is a violat. Chips Moman (b. Ligon married Peggy Reece in 1968. 1930): Country songwriter who wrote or co-wrote "He Stopped Loving Her Today," "D-I-V-O-R-C-E" and "Green, Green Grass of Home.". Among their biggest hits were Time, and Mighty Cloud of Joy, and Ride the Mighty High. In the process, they broke down barrier after barrier that had limited what faith-filled music could be. ", The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, well-wishers make donations to the Michael Cook Trust Fund at any Bank of America Branch. And Still no better GOSPEL 2LISTEN 2, 05-22-22. Let it play in the background as you study and immerse yourself in this topic! Career. We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel. 1927): Member of the Stanley Brothers, bluegrass pioneer, "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" All rights reserved. Michael Cook, member of the legendary Gospel group The Mighty Clouds of Joy, died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. Jones.". Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Peggy Ligon arrives for the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. He was 80. The founding members were Willie Joe Ligon (October 11, 1936), Johnny Martin (February 2, 1941), Bass Guitarist . With a singing style derived from Southern Baptist churches, Ligon would shout, scream and jump into the crowds, which he called "cuttin' the fool," and would deliver sermons in between songs. Wilbert Williams. Curly Putman (b. Steve Young (b. 1962): Irish singer-songwriter. and Taylor Made on Ronn. With a singing style derived from Southern Baptist churches, Ligon would shout, scream and jump into the crowds, which he called cuttin the fool, and would deliver sermons in between songs. ", Christina Grimmie (b. Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular songs: "Time," which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and "Mighty High," a 1975 disco hit. Oh Mary, Dont You Weep Why Am I Treated So Bad? Paul Kantner (b. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Rev. [5] His final chart hit: "Steal Away", was issued on the Alarm label of Shreveport, Louisiana in 1976. Take it Down: teen tool to remove negative posts, Houston Reads Day sheds light on literacy crisis, Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. Cards and memorials may be sent to Mrs. Elizabeth Wallace, 2209 Woodlands Drive, Tyler, TX 75703. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on, 10th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards Return To Nashvilles Opry House, CAIN Hosting, FOR KING + COUNTRY Announce 31-City What Are We Waiting For Tour Part II, Tamela Mann Performing at 2023 BET Her Awards, Amy Grant To Release First New Music In Ten Years, Steven Curtis Chapman Makes History with 50th No. Alan Vega (b. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. The Mighty Clouds of Joy are three time Grammy award winners and they are members of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. We cannot do it alone. September 4, 2020, Fort Wayne, IN - Michael McCowin; from Dallas, TX., spent the better part of three decades touring with Gospel music group Mighty Clouds of Joy before family commitments required him to move his family to Fort Wayne, Indiana. The official statement reads: We are heartbroken to share the news that the worlds greatest gospel bass guitarist and baritone singer, Brother Richard Wallace of the three-time Grammy Award-winning group The Mighty Clouds of Joy of Los Angeles, California, passed away today, Monday, July 27, 2020, at the UT Health Center in Tyler, Texas surrounded by his wife and family. He was 80. The Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel quartet formed in 1961 and based in Los Angeles, California, USA. 1947): Rock & roll innovator, glam rock pioneer, starman. Michael Cook, a member of the award-winning Mighty Clouds of Joy, died Friday of a heart attack. Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. After forming a partnership with songwriter Kevin Wood, the two entered Sweetwater Studios in 2018 . They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. Dan Hicks (b. The Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel quartet formed in 1961 and based in Los Angeles, California, USA. - Lori Peters (USA), Anderson .Paak His manager, Isaac . Over the years, however, he took that style to a new level. Theodore Taylor (February 16, 1934 October 23, 1987)[1] was an American blues singer. He was 80 . 12/13/2016. Wrote "A Song for You" and co-wrote "Superstar.". - Tom Gold (Worldwide), The McCrary Sisters They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on Soul Train, which earned them criticism among traditional gospel music fans. DWallach@BeaumontEnterprise.com Twitter.com/dwallach. Ligon was buried in Beaumont because it is his wife's home. 1942): Outsider country songwriter who penned "Seven Bridges Road," which became an Eagles standard, and "Lonesome On'ry and Mean," a Waylon Jennings staple. Pete Huttlinger (1961): John Denver guitarist. ", In a broadcast interview with Ligon that played to a hushed crowd straining to hear his responses to questions, Ligon explained that at first, he didn't care for the song, which was written by the Rev. Ligon died Sunday in Georgia, his manager, Isaac Lindsey, said. Original content may not be reproduced or cited without proper attribution to the author and Gospel Music Fever. He will be missed and he will be celebrated for years to come. We kindly ask everyone to please respect the Familys privacy during this time of bereavement. Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. - Beckie Sugden, Mac Ayres CelebrityAccess Staff Writers. Cook is survived by his wife Valerie and 3 children, ages 8, 11 and 16. Andrew Dewey Kirk (May 28, 1898 - December 11, 1992) was an American jazz saxophonist and tubist who led the Twelve Clouds of Joy, a band popular during the swing era.. He was 80. Please, check your inbox! Get the best and latest industry news, data, new artist signings, insider commentary and more, delivered right to your inbox! Dan Wallach is a reporter with the Beaumont Enterprise. It featured everyone from the youngest church performers to the most famous gospel recording artists of the time including: James Cleveland; Grammy Award winner Albertina Walker \u0026 the Caravans; Andrae Crouch \u0026 The Disciples; the Mighty Clouds of Joy; the Soul Stirrers; the Staple Singers and the Barrett Sisters - all gospel music pioneers. Scotty Moore (b. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. "With the blues, you go down twice, but come up once," Jackson said. Dawn. Alphonse Mouzon (b. 1938): At right, Vega sang in the pioneering electronic music group Suicide. of Neon Union (with Warner Chappell Music), Jeremy Reeves Lonnie Mack (b. Among Mighty Clouds of Joys most popular songs: Time, which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and Mighty High, a 1975 disco hit. Joe Ligon R.I.P.The Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1961 and started out in a tradition-based style. "Steal Away to Jesus" was their first recording in 1960, with their first album debuting in 1961 on Peacock Records. 1937): Producer and songwriter who worked with Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and scores of others. Jesse Jackson during the recessional for gospel singer Joe Ligon during Ligon's funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. One of the most successful and best-known gospel quartets of all time, the Mighty Clouds of Joy has remained relevant by integrating the latest musical styles with Biblically inspired messages. Long John Hunter (b. Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1954 and started out in a tradition-based style. He was a people person. - Lyndie Wenner & Marcee Rondan, Blusher Eventually they added soul, R&B, and rock flourishes into their musical mix (one of their early hits was produced by Gamble and Huff) without diluting the essential religious essence of their material. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy. Copyright 2022 CelebrityAccess. They played for President Jimmy Carter and toured extensively overseas. Denise Matthews aka Vanity (b. He was 80. He was my vocal backbone in the group. Ted Taylor. He was 46. Ligon told the AP that at the age of 56 he could hit every note that he could at the age of 18. Carlos Walker aka Shawty Lo (1976): Atlanta rapper. Under Ligons leadership, The Mighty Clouds took Gospel music to a new level of popularity and accessibility, incorporating R&B musical influences and delivering a more contemporary style that allowed the group to reach incredible heights of popularity, while also spreading the Word. mighty clouds of joy member dies. Bap Kennedy (b. Libra Nicole Boyd, PhD is a musician, award-winning author, gospel music aficionado, and the founder and editor of Gospel Music Fever. Learn More{{/message}}, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}It appears your submission was successful. 3x Grammy Award-Winning gospel group ft. Ron Staples, Johnny Valentine, Dale Staples, Tim Woodson & Derrick Staples -. Show all members. Jackson, leader of the Rainbow-Push Coalition, noted that Ligon graduated from a Los Angeles high school in 1955, the same year that brought Rosa Parks and the Rev. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic front man of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. . I've Got One Thing You Can't Take Away. Sharon Jones (b. Taylor's song "I Can't Fake It Anymore" from his 1978 album, Keeping My Head Above Water, was sampled by the hip-hop duo Dead Prez in their song "The Hood" (sometimes referred to as "For the Hood")[12] from an advance version of their 2004, second studio album, RBG: Revolutionary but Gangsta. Best regards, Pastor Isaac Lindsey Manager Joe Ligon & The Mighty Clouds of Joy. 2023 Defender Network 12401 South Post Oak, Houston, Texas 77045 713-663-6996. Our mission is to expose, promote and celebrate the Gospel through music. We cant do this alone - help support Black media in Houston. Guy Clark (b. He was 80. Joe Ligon, whose raspy, throbbing vocals and preaching style helped make the Mighty Clouds of Joy one of the most successful gospel quartets of all time, died Sunday. This story has been corrected to show that Ricky DeRae was a former booking agent for Ligon. Taylor was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and moved to California in 1952. (USA), CelebrityAccess provides unparalleled, detailed information on over 50,000 Entertainers, Speakers, Celebrities, and their representatives, as well as, hundreds of thousands of records for venues, agents and managers, ADVERTISE WITH US ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF USE ABOUT. NASHVILLE, Tenn., (CelebrityAccess MediaWire) Michael Cook, a member of the legendary Gospel group the Mighty Clouds of Joy for more than 20 years died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. !, 1st saw the M.C.of J. Dwn Town CHAS-SC. James Cleveland, who became known as the "King of Gospel Music." (December 11, 2016) We are sad to inform SoulTrackers of the death, at age 80, of legendary Gospel great, Joe Ligon, founder and lead singer of The Mighty Clouds of Joy.Under Ligon's leadership, The Mighty Clouds took Gospel music to a new level of popularity and accessibility, incorporating R&B musical influences and delivering a more contemporary style that allowed the group to reach . Learn More{{/message}}. According to essays by Opal Nations, Richard Edward Wallace was born June 9, 1940, in Austin, Texas. Tony Conrad (b. And, whatever the style, the songs were made that much better by Joe Ligon's incredibly powerful lead vocals. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Woodrow Reece leads his sister, Peggy Ligon, into the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday.
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