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Project Alfie is a English soul singer/ songwriter who is wildly reminiscent of a 1960's lounge singer (think Frank Sinatra or Sammy Davis, Jr.), but with a modern flare to it. He is heavily inspired by both the 60's and Hip Hop cultures and it shows in every facet of his brand. Taking from the Hip-Hop influence, he has created and released a self-titled mixtape in which he sampled various rappers including Nas, Kanye West and Jay-Z. His superb talent and hard work afforded him the rare opportunity to be featured on Universal Records' Compilation R&B Collection 2012. He is the first ever unsigned artist to be featured on the compilation. He recently returned home from New York City, where he worked with the Hitmen production team on his debut release album. He is also working on several tracks with Hip Hop artist Sway. This is not the last time you are going to be hearing from Project Alfie. I foresee 2012 is going to be his year. You can download the Project Alfie Mixtape here. Also, check out the official video for the track "Beggin", which samples Jay-Z's Dead Presidents, below.
Mark my words, this guy is going to be a star! He has the look, the talent, he's the total package. An 18 year-old from Atlanta, he is just starting out in the business, but from the videos posted on his Youtube channel, he won't be unknown for long. He is being highly praised for his rendition of 'Player's Prayer' by Lloyd, and with good reason. His voice is easily comparable with Lloyd. He has done several other covers as well. He has a cover of Frank Ocean's 'Thinkin' Bout You', as well as 'How To Love' by Lil Wayne, which, in my opinion, was MUCH better than Lil Wayne's singing. I'm just saying. Check out his Youtube channel here. Please take a second to listen to the 'Player's Prayer' cover below, and don't forget this name. You'll regret it later if you do!
I love when an artist from the past comes back and shows the young boys how it's done. This exactly what Kris Lamans, formally of The world-famous Platters, has done. His new single, "Close To You", is mature enough to capture the mature crowd, yet young-sounding enough to have the young crowd mentioning his name.
Since he parted from The Platters, Mr. Lamans has been busy. He has been directing and acting, starring in such films as "Melinda", "The Evil Altar", and "One of the Missing". He has also been a high school speech and drama teacher, as well as program director for Lamar University. Additionally, he is a former news and weather anchor for KBMT TV in Beaumont, TX. He has three companies he created under his belt as well. He has Focen Network, Inc., which is the main holding company for Kris Lamans Productions, LLC (home to numerous film and television projects) and Pearl Records. Named after his mother, it is currently home of artists Lisa Rine and Marva King. Obviously, the entertainment business has never been too far away from him! Take a second to listen to "Close To You" by clicking the link and downloading it here. Take a trip down memory lane and listen to The Platters perform "Unchained Melody":
Contact info:
www.twitter.com/krislamans
From PRG/ Marvalous Works, comes Marva King. An actress and singer, best known for her role in the Tyler Perry's stage play Diary of a Mad Black Woman. She began singing gospel at the age of 13 in her hometown of Flint, Michigan. Since that time, she has worked with legends Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Chaka Kahn, Lenny Kravitz, Tupac Shakur and toured with Prince as a member of his New Power Generation. She has also released several albums and ep's. She debuted with the singles "Feels Right" and "Do You Want To Make Love" in 1981. Marva also released the album entitled "Do You Want To Make Love" in the same year. Throughout the 1980's and 1990's she released several albums and singles with the group Madagascar, Marva singing lead vocals. There have also been several albums and singles released post- Madagascar dating from the 1990's to today. With an incredible four-octave voice and look, she has released her latest single entitled "Steppin"featuring 90's singer Christopher Williams.
The song has the same feel-good step groove that was heard in the 2000's from R. Kelly with "Step In The Name of Love". In my opinion, this song is a classic and will be heard for years to come. To download "Steppin" click here. Listen to her perform one of her hits "Sistah" below.
There are very few people, that I consider real contributors to the Blue Eyed Soul movement, Jon B., Robin Thicke and Jonathan Clay. Jonathan Clay is more than just
His single "To Be Loved By You", is a timeless love song. Every harmony and chord flows effortlessly. I can really only describe this song in one word, amazing. The track "This Ones For Me", is a classic blues number. If you close your eyes, a picture of the juke joints in Memphis would fill your imagination. His voice and instrument selection is very reminiscent of Muddy Waters or B.B. King.
This 23 year-old has an old soul. You can tell by the sound of every note, every key and every melody, that he adores what he does. You don't see too many people who have such a passion that they drop out of school to pursue their dream. This young man did, and that makes me admire him even more.
Jonathan's third album, Everything She Wants, is coming out soon. PLEASE check him out at www.myspace.com/jonathanclay. You won't be disappointed.
