ALOE BLACC: AMERICAN SOLE SINGER

Born Egbert Nathaniel Dawkins III, aka, Aloe Blacc began his career in 1995 as part of the Hip Hop duo Emamon. Together they released 6 albums. In 2003 he went out on his own and released his first album in 2006, and subsequent EP’s. His second studio album GOOD THINGS was released October 4, 2011.  Blacc produces music for other artists.


As a Hip Hop artist he had moderate success in Europe and Japan. He has appeared as the musical artist of the day on Conan and Jimmy Fallon. His song “I need A Dollar” was the intro to the HBO:  “HOW TO MAKE IT AMERICA”

While he is faring better in the European markets with his latest album, his popularity in the US has not materialized todate. Now classified as an R&B Soul Singer, he has lots of competition. While he has some good qualities, he at times falls short in his lyrical delivery. Occasionally he is flat and seems to lack the vocal strength to hold a note long enough for the melody to flow smoothly. He often steps up to his falsetto, and while it works his transitions may fall short.

All and All the guy has enormous potential and you will find a few downloads on the album, including the single from the Album “I Need A Dollar” and “You Make Me Smile”, “Loving You Is Killing Me” and probably the best number “IF I”.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDyUhI1ArPo&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WNYeyZXNwc&feature=related



Check out this live rendition of Billy Jean on youtube:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xihryj8KRyw&feature=related


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