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Bilal Sayeed Oliver better known mononymously as 'Bilal', is an American singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is currently an independent artist residing in New York City.
Bilal was trained in jazz and classical music before recording and joining the Soulquarians collective, which contributed in producing his '1st Born Second' debut in 2001. The disc scored great reviews and moderate success. Often compared as a knock off version of Prince. '1st' featured an eclectic sound incorporating musical elements of jazz, hip hop, scat, reggae, and rock music. Bilal has great range, and is known for his live performances.
He released two CD's for Interscope but neither gained him the status that many felt his talent deserved. At the time of his debut 'Neo Soul' was all the rage, and he had all the ingredients. Its baffling to the mind, how some make the cut and others do not. Its politics and payola most times.
Today Bilal continues to record and tour, and he has a loyal following.
http://youtu.be/Zgp6-DzZgK0
Bilal Sayeed Oliver better known mononymously as 'Bilal', is an American singer-songwriter, musician and producer. He is currently an independent artist residing in New York City.
Bilal was trained in jazz and classical music before recording and joining the Soulquarians collective, which contributed in producing his '1st Born Second' debut in 2001. The disc scored great reviews and moderate success. Often compared as a knock off version of Prince. '1st' featured an eclectic sound incorporating musical elements of jazz, hip hop, scat, reggae, and rock music. Bilal has great range, and is known for his live performances.
He released two CD's for Interscope but neither gained him the status that many felt his talent deserved. At the time of his debut 'Neo Soul' was all the rage, and he had all the ingredients. Its baffling to the mind, how some make the cut and others do not. Its politics and payola most times.
Today Bilal continues to record and tour, and he has a loyal following.
http://youtu.be/Zgp6-DzZgK0
Bilal so damn sexxy. Ill nr his Soul Sista.
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