![]() Rickea, Tiffany F., Mousie, Ron Moten, Steve, Shelly, and "original" Nikki were there. Jammin' Jeff sat in for Stomp, who was late.ġ) Halima-led Cheri Dennis' I Love You - Halima held her mic to ladies, it crankedīritney, Nikiya, Peg Leg, and Ray were there.ĭonnell did birthday announcements for me and Dwayne Lee (his birthday is the 8th)Ģ) Donnell-led "_ Is in the house" / Percussion solo - it crankedģ) Donnell & Sean-led Ne-Yo's Sexy Love - Donnell said, "I can sing it" / Percussion solo - it cranked / Sean-led Michael Jackson's Human Nature (tease)Ĥ) Donnell-led Rare Essence's Spotlight (tease) / Tom Tom Club's Genius of Love (tease)ĥ) Donnell & Halima-led Lisa Stansfield's All Around the World (tease)ħ) Donnell-led Rare Essence's Overnight Scenario (tease)Ĩ) Donnell-led Vinnie D's $55 Motel (tease)ĩ) Donnell & Sean-led Rick James' Mary Jane (tease)ġ0) Alternating Donnell-led "Party, party, everybody" / Percussion solo - it cranked, Donnell chanted, "Eya, eya" / Sean-led Ne-Yo's So Sick - Stomp took over on drums, Donnell said, "D-O-C"ġ2) Alternating Donnell-led "_ Is yes!" / "You make me want to see, just how freaky you can be" June, Darrell, Tia, Pinkey, RE Angie, Dana, Kim, Rachelle, Shante (Songbird), Danielle, 6'9, Gary, Los, Ian, Shauny, Jazzy Layse, Janetta, NeeNee, and Kia were there.įront: Kim, Tia, Rachelle, Nephew Back: Ian, Peg Leg, PinkeyĪll pictures taken by and Copyright - Darrell Foster ![]() J's Sports Cafe, 12617 Laurel Bowie Rd (Route 197), Laurel, MD 20708 I am big fan of them, but most of there shows are in New York City. For fans of real music, Ten is the perfect addition to the soul cannon.I got back from work too late to go see Burnt Sugar at the Kennedy Center for the Duke Ellington Jazz Festival, but I was able to watch it online (click here to see it). Though Brian has never been the kind of singer/songwriter that one would call political that didn’t stop him from penning “Red, White & Blue,” a heart wrenching ode for the men and women currently at war, teaming up with country star Rascal Flatts.Ĭurrently working on a variety of projects including a talk show and soundtracks for two upcoming Tyler Perry projects, the veteran soul singer could not be happier with the outcome of Ten. Though McKnight has been friends with producers Tim & Bob for over ten years, this is the trio’s first collaboration. But on Ten, the artist in him felt the need to be more revealing. Without a doubt, the landscape of soul music has gotten younger, but that fact did not hinder McKnight’s creative process.Īfter 16 million albums sold since his self-titled debut, it would have been too easy for McKnight to simply follow the R&B template of rote romanticism. With the release of Ten, McKnight’s first disc for his new label Warner Bros Records, the Grammy-nominated singer could not be more pleased with the outcome. ![]() While Brian’s aspirations might have seemed like a lofty ambition, the longevity of his career is a testament to the purity of his vision. On his latest disc Ten, that blend can be clearly heard. Like his spiritual Motown godfathers, this upstate New York native has a velvety voice and silky style that captures the vibe of vintage soul without being old fashion. He is a multi-instrumentalist and plays the piano, guitar, and trumpet.Įmbracing an effortless eloquence and cocoa butter smooth persona, the music of Brian McKnight has defined the true meaning of an American soul-man since 1991. Brian McKnight (born Jin Buffalo, New York) is an American singer, s… Read Full Bio ↴ Brian McKnight (born Jin Buffalo, New York) is an American singer, songwriter, arranger, producer and one of the prominent singers of his years, specializing in pop and R&B.
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