The O’Jays: Soul on the Road—Solo and with The Commodores

Whether headlining on their own or sharing the stage with The Commodores, The O’Jays brought a powerful, polished live presence to audiences everywhere. Their performances combined rich vocal harmonies, rhythm-and-blues tradition, and the energy of a seasoned touring act—requiring the sound, crew, and production support to match.

This collection brings together Showco-related materials connected to The O’Jays, both as a solo act and in appearances with The Commodores—photos, passes, documents, and other surviving pieces as they’re located and digitized.

I’m building this archive by hand and will keep adding items as more materials are identified and preserved.

Were you on the road, in the crowd, or working with The O’Jays, The Commodores, or Showco? Please use the Add to Story feature at the bottom of this page to share your memories.