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Charles Farrar
Charles Farrar is an American songwriter, composer, and producer, best known for his songwriting work with vocal groups SWV, 702 (group), 702, Today (group), Today, and Shades (group), Shades. In the late 1990s/early 2000s, Farrar, alongside Troy Taylor (record producer), Troy Taylor, was a member of "The Characters (Production Team), The Characters": a production duo that worked on Boyz II Men's ''Cooleyhighharmony'', as well as with Kenny Lattimore and numerous other artists. Songwriting and production credits Credits are courtesy of Discogs, Spotify, and AllMusic. Awards and nominations References African-American songwriters American rhythm and blues singer-songwriters Living people African-American record producers Year of birth missing (living people) {{US-songwriter-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wendy Moten (album)
''Wendy Moten'' is the debut album by American R&B singer Wendy Moten, released in 1992. It features the single " Come In Out of the Rain", which, although a minor hit on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, was an Adult Contemporary smash, peaking at number 5. It had similar success in the UK Singles Chart, where it peaked at number 8 when released in 1994. A second single from the album, "So Close to Love" also charted in the UK in 1994, peaking at number 35. Critical reception In a review for AllMusic, Steve Huey gave the album three out of five stars, saying that the album "displays a confident vocalist with a theatrical flair" and that "Moten is equally comfortable with urban R&B and smooth adult contemporary balladry, although her true affinity seems to be for the latter." Track listing Personnel and production As adapted from the album's liner notes: *Track 1 – produced by Homemade Productions, with additional vocal production by Nikos Lyras. Recording Engineers: Barry ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Debelah
''Debelah'' is the first album by American singer Debelah Morgan. It was released in the United States by Atlantic Records on June 14, 1994. Atlantic Records released the album in the United States and Japan. It includes two singles: "Take It Easy" and a remake of the Deniece Williams song " Free". Other highlights on the album include Morgan and R&B singer Kenny Harper's remake of Rick James and Teena Marie Mary Christine Brockert (March 5, 1956 – December 26, 2010), known professionally as Teena Marie, was an American singer-songwriter, musician, composer, arranger, and producer. She was known by her childhood nickname Tina before taking the sta ...'s 1981 duet "Fire and Desire", and a duet with music producer Troy Taylor. Track listing References External links * 1994 debut albums Debelah Morgan albums Atlantic Records albums {{1990s-R&B-album-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Characters (Production Team)
''Netflix Presents: The Characters'' is an American streaming television comedy sketch show that premiered on Netflix on March 11, 2016. It features eight up-and-coming comedians, who each write and star in their own 30-minute show. The comedians featured in the show are Lauren Lapkus, Kate Berlant, Phil Burgers, Paul W. Downs, John Early, Tim Robinson, Natasha Rothwell, and Henry Zebrowski. Eight episodes were released on March 11, 2016. The following month, Netflix cancelled the series after one season. Episodes Season 1 (2016) Reception The series was met with a positive response from critics upon its premiere. The review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes's critical consensus reads, "Some Characters prove funnier than others in this sketch anthology, but they cumulatively add up to a hilarious showcase for a new generation of comedic talent." In 2020, Jason Zinoman of the ''New York Times'' revisited the series, saying "...if ''The Characters'' was a failure, it belongs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Keisha Jackson
Keisha Jackson (born August 17, 1965) is an R&B singer, and is the daughter of R&B & soul singer-songwriter Millie Jackson. Having grown up in a family rich with music history, Keisha’s childhood was immersed in music. People like The Isley Brothers and The O’Jays would visit her house, and she worked as a background singer for her mom when she was fifteen. Keisha Jackson went to college for two and a half years before moving to Atlanta, Georgia where she tried to pursue a music career. She formed a girl group with her friend called Obsession and played the clubs around the city of Atlanta. Keisha then got an opportunity to put out some albums, and in 1989, released her self-titled debut. The album scored a minor hit with its single, “Hot Little Love Affair” which reached #39 on the charts. In 1991, Keisha released a second effort, titled ''Keisha'', which had the single “Mature Love.” The track failed to make a big impression and peaked at #80 on the R&B charts. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Channel Live
Channel Live is an American hip hop duo composed of Vincent "Tuffy" Morgan and Hakim Green, which recorded for Capitol Records and Flavor Unit Records. Discovered by KRS-One, the duo released its debut album, ''Station Identification'', in 1995. It spawned the group's biggest hit, "Mad Izm", which peaked at 54 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. After the album ran its course, the group continued to make appearances throughout the 1990s, including on KRS-One's self-titled album and on the soundtrack of the first Wesley Snipes ''Blade'' film. In 2000, the group released a second album titled '' Armaghetto'' on Flavor Unit – it featured Method Man, the now-late Black Rob, Ms. Toi, Malik Yusef, and the singer Carl Thomas. A third album, ''Secret Science Rap'', followed in 2006. Hakim Green of Channel Live has stayed active into 2021 and 2022, collaborating with Treach, Dres, Keith Murray, Thirstin Howl III, Sadat X, General Steele, and DoItAll Dupré, as well as with Carl Thomas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Best Friend (Brandy Song)
"Best Friend" is a song by American singer Brandy Norwood. It was written by Keith Crouch and Glenn McKinney for her self-titled debut studio album, '' Brandy'' (1994), while production was helmed by the former. The song was dedicated to her brother Ray J. The song was released as the album's third single in June 1995. With peak positions of number 11 in New Zealand and number 34 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 the song was successful. However, it peaked at number 7 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. The song was also featured on her hit series '' Moesha'' where Kim and she (Countess Vaughn) were cheerleaders in the final scene of the second episode "Friends" that aired in early 1996. Brandy performed the song on '' Soul Train'' (June 1995) and ''Showtime at the Apollo'' (October 1995). Background "Best Friend" was written by Keith Crouch and Glenn McKinney, while production was helmed by Crouch. A lighthearted "jeep pop" ode to sibling bonds, Norwood dedicated the son ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
From The Bottom Up
''From the Bottom Up'' is the debut studio album by American girl group Brownstone. It was released by Epic Records and Michael Jackson's MJJ Music on January 10, 1995 in the United States. Brownstone worked with a wide range of producers and songwriters on the album, including Jorge Corante, Dave "Jam" Hall, Soulshock & Karlin, and Gordon Chambers. ''From the Bottom Up'' spawned four singles, including the top 10 R&B hits " If You Love Me" and "Grapevyne," and a cover of The Eagles' "I Can't Tell You Why". In addition, "Sometimes Dancin'" was featured in the '' Free Willy 2: The Adventure Home'' soundtrack. The album debuted at number 48 on the US ''Billboard'' 200 and peaked at number 29 on March 11, 1995. It spent 37 consecutive weeks on the chart and earned a platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) on August 16, 1995. ''From the Bottom Up'' received critical acclaim and garnered several accolades, including a Grammy Award nominat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Brownstone (group)
Brownstone is an American female contemporary R&B group that was popular during the mid-1990s. They are best known for their 1994 hit single " If You Love Me", which was nominated for a Best R&B Performance Grammy Award. "Grapevyne", " 5 Miles to Empty" and "Pass the Lovin'" also brought them some success, as well as their rendition of "I Can't Tell You Why", a song originally recorded by The Eagles. In 2019, it was announced that Brownstone were to reunite with founding members Nicci Gilbert and Mimi Doby, alongside returning member Teisha Brown for the 25th anniversary of the Essence Festival in July, as well the 25th anniversary of the group. Career The three original members of Brownstone were Monica "Mimi" Doby, Charmayne Maxena "Maxee" Maxwell and Nichole "Nicci" Gilbert. Founded in Los Angeles, the singers met each other after attending various auditions around the city. They formed the group and were signed to Michael Jackson's MJJ Music record label less than a year ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
I Can't Tell You Why
"I Can't Tell You Why" is a song by the American rock band Eagles that appeared on their 1979 album '' The Long Run''. It was written by band members Timothy B. Schmit, Glenn Frey and Don Henley. Recorded in March 1978, it was the first song finished for the album and the first Eagles song to feature Schmit on lead vocals. Released as a single in February 1980, it became a ''Billboard'' top 10 hit in April, reaching number eight on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and number three on the Adult Contemporary chart. It was the group's last top ten hit on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Background Timothy B. Schmit provided the song title and composed the nucleus of "I Can't Tell You Why," which he then presented to Glenn Frey and Don Henley and they completed the song together. Henley described the finished song as "straight Al Green" and said that Frey, an R&B fan from Detroit, was responsible for the R&B feel of the song. Frey said to Schmit: "You could sing like Smokey Robinson. Let's ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Debelah Morgan
Debelah Laksh Morgan (born September 29, 1977) is an American singer and songwriter. Morgan is best known for her hit single " Dance with Me" off of her third studio album, which reached No. 8 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Early life and education The owner of a five-octave vocal range, R&B singer Debelah Morgan wrote her first song at the age of eight, soon after forming her own girl's choir and serving as their arranger. At 15, she was teaching gospel choir at the University of Arizona, that same year winning Miss Teen Black Arizona honors; she would later win Miss Black Teen World. Morgan then relocated to Los Angeles, taking home a silver medal in the NAACP international music competition. Career She signed with Atlantic Records in 1994, and released her debut album ''Debelah'', which featured the singles "Take It Easy" and " Free", both of which charted on the R&B charts. A couple of years later, she moved to VAZ/Motown Records and released her single "Yesterday" which w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Riff (American Band)
Riff is an American R&B and soul a cappella group from Paterson, New Jersey. The group RIFF appeared in the 1989 biographical-drama film, '' Lean on Me'' starring Morgan Freeman as the 'Songbirds' in the bathroom scene. They recorded two albums in the 1990s. Three of the members (Anthony Fuller, Dwayne Jones, and Michael Best) joined Men of Vizion but have since returned and the group has re-formed with two new members. They are still performing and making songs. Members Current members *Michael Best *Steven Capers *Anthony Fuller *Kenny J. Wilkins Former members *Kenny "Damn" Kelly (December 24, 1969 – July 31, 2016) *Dwayne Jones *Delvis Damon *André Lamar Discography Albums *''Riff'' ( SBK, 1991) US #177, US R&B #41Billboard A billboard (also called a hoarding in the UK and many other parts of the world) is a large outdoor advertising structure (a billing board), typically found in high-traffic areas such as alongside busy roads. Billboards present large advertise ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Perfect Gentlemen
Perfect Gentlemen were an American trio of teen R&B vocalists formed under the direction of Maurice Starr, who discovered New Edition and New Kids on the Block. Starr put the group together in Boston in 1988, and had them tour the US opening for New Kids on the Block. An album and a video followed, and the group scored a hit single with "Ooh La La (I Can't Get over You)" (1990), which peaked at No. 10 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100 and No. 12 on the R&B/Hip Hop charts. Members *Corey Blakely *Maurice Starr Jr. *Tyrone Sutton (on ''Rated PG'') *Miles "Masspike Miles" Wheeler (on ''The Perfect Gentlemen'') *Stephen Reeves (on ''The Perfect Gentlemen'') Discography *''Rated PG'' ( Columbia Records, 1990) U.S. Billboard Top 200 peak No. 72, U.S. R&B peak No. 39 Billboard AllMusic *''The Perfect Gentlemen'' (Warner Bros. Records Warner Records Inc. (formerly Warner Bros. Records Inc.) is an American record label. A subsidiary of the Warner Music Group, it is headquartered i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |