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Member Since11/22/2005
Band Websitewww.blackimusic.com
Band MembersERIC BROWN lead&backing vocals, drums, keys MICHAEL GRIOT backing vocals, 5-string electric and upright basses, keys, gtr TOUR BAND: TEDDYCROCKETT guitar CHRIS FISCHER keys/samples
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.. <"FOR YOU" is their debut release from PWI ENTERTAINMENT, ...OMAR himself shares an uptempo w/Brown on "family affair"; Grammy-nominated trumpeter Russell Gunn(who also tours with C-Lo) rips on two songs, as well as a catchy co-write and backing vocals by Philadelphia's own R&B royalty Kenny Whitehead.> <"BLACK  i  is our way to express our love of just performing", says bassist Michael Griot, "through our instruments and our lyrics".> FACTOIDS: ERIC BROWN Family of musicians: dad-singer…..mom: singer/piano…brothers: drums and bass….raised in a neighborhood of musicians…regular rehearsals of local bands in the garage! Started on drums at age 7, jamming w/brothers……added piano at 16, playing both drums and piano in church…occasionally sung in church and directed choir…started writing music at 17. ERIC BROWN has had the pleasure of working with: EDWIN HAWKINS SPEARHEAD DWAYNE WIGGINS(TONI TONY TONE) COMMON OMAR JULIE DEXTER MICHELE SHOCKED ALLISON CROCKETT MAURICE WHITE FACTOIDS: MICHAEL GRIOT Raised in Northern, NJ…Started on classical cello at age 7…quickly gained skill through recitals, orchestra, and private lessons….mother was a strong recreational singer and music oficianado: everything from classic r&b to Broadway showtunes were heard in the household…father was a fan of the blues and jazz, and an all-around supportive spirit…..started electric bass at age 13; immediately began organizing other neighborhood and church musicians into bands, and having rehearsals in his basement on occasion……placed 7th chair All-North Jersey in cello that year….started r&b cover band at age 14, playing localtalent shows and competitions in Orange, NJ….added trombone and tuba at 15 while captain of marching and stage bands….graduated from high school “Most Musically Inclined”….got songwriting tips/mentoring in Philly from the late Harold Melvin… MICHAEL GRIOT has had the pleasure of working with: COMMON OMAR QUEEN LATIFAH RUSSELL GUNN LAURYN HILL JULIE DEXTER GURU’S JAZZMATAZZ N’DEA DAVENPORT CARTER BEAUFORD(Dave Mathews)








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Jasmine

Jasmine Drew



Oct 21 2009 4:19 AM

whats sup, droping by to show some luv! <3<3

Jasmine

Jasmine Drew



Sep 16 2009 4:51 AM

Loving the music! I really like the style. <3
Shlomo and the Juke Joint Sheiks

Shlomo and the Juke Joint Sheiks



Sep 5 2009 12:12 PM

Hey Y'all! best sounds here! Listen to 'n do the SALOMON DIVE! Last nights collaboration of DJ TAUCHER and myself: Beat-Techno - new on tab! best regards! Shlomo and the juke joint sheiks
Lyndserlyyy .

Lyndserlyyy .



Aug 31 2009 9:02 PM

Lol ooooooooops sorry bout that , atleast i never spell out the whole word
SoulClap

SoulClap



Aug 30 2009 4:27 AM

just showin some love, have a nice day....sc
Mala Waldron

Mala Waldron



Jun 23 2009 4:20 PM

Thanks for your kind words - you're a sweetheart :D
alex

alex



Jun 17 2009 7:12 PM

hey man i was on classmates.com saw a picture of nancy michele ayers brought back a 30yr memory for you too haha
Live Funk Nouveau

Live Funk Nouveau



Apr 11 2009 8:32 PM

s'up Griot?
Fish
Luca D.

Luca D.



Apr 5 2009 5:30 PM

Hi guys ! :)
When will you release a new album ??

Peace from Italy ! :)
//Lu
Shlomo and the Juke Joint Sheiks

Shlomo and the Juke Joint Sheiks



Apr 3 2009 3:04 PM

thanks for being a friend and your sweet music! best karli
HAZE DA KIdD

HAZE DA KIdD



Mar 20 2009 1:54 PM

2 new songz up holla at ur boy and let me know wat u think.....
thankz in advance..........

-haze da kidd-
AmazonFoxx

Amazon Foxx



Jan 2 2009 4:24 AM

HAPPY NEW YEAR!
HOPE 2009 IS A GREAT YEAR FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!!!!

FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART :o)
Luca D.

Luca D.



Nov 26 2008 12:32 PM

I have your album...
It's great!

Peace
Princess Paris

Princess Paris



Jul 27 2008 3:30 PM

LOL HA!

Moving to Tampa...riiiiiiiiiiighhtt!!

It was good spending time with everyone especially since they're very few times when we all can get together...Uncle Snoop and Stassi being absent might have been a good thing for this trip though...They have alot to deal with right now..it's understandable.

Anywho, have fun in frankfurt!

Call me when you get back!

xoxo
Your first-born
Black white & Co

Black white & Co



Jun 10 2008 8:40 PM

Merci pour l'ajout du groupe 100% pure funk french 80's
We want the funk, I gotta make that funk
Thanks
Nancy Rodriguez

Nancy Rodriguez



Jun 1 2008 8:50 AM

¡Hola Black¡.Muchas gracias por aceptarme entre tus amigos. Un abrazo desde Madrid
Bandonne

Bandonne



Apr 8 2008 8:31 AM

Hello black i !
Thanks for the add.
Great Music!!!
All the best.
Uwe Arthur Felchle

Uwe Arthur Felchle



Apr 8 2008 4:57 AM

it is always great to find new friends!!!have a wonderful week!
basspower!!
..in funk we trust!..
uwe
Ivana Santilli

Ivana Santilli



Apr 5 2008 9:03 PM

Guess if you weren't looking, then youz blind..? or something like that....I did kinda put it out there....Learning the ways of marketing in America, ...Canadian style, of course. You well?
Ivana.
Bushmanfactory

Bushmanfactory



Mar 4 2008 12:28 PM

thanks for adding me little french musician (with no label!!!)... i suggest u to come and listen
one or more of my own tracks... bushmanfactory ...
Choice

Choice



Jan 28 2008 11:58 PM

Hey, This is Choice, Jersey Citys Bad Boys of Acappella. Stoppin by to show some luv. Visit our page, and hear our music just posted!!
Cheers, from Choice!
nov4*Gara

nova gara



Jan 10 2008 7:54 PM

all right, I gonna write sumthin' good:this album is the best record of 2007...I'm amazed by "please U"..it's one of the most killer joint I've ever heard...in fact I've played it in repeat mode for one week...and jam on it!!! If U don't have this CD go get it right now....U must have it, if U belong to the FUNK!!!!
Sexy Brownin

Sexy Brownin



Jan 2 2008 10:14 AM

Happy New Year love! Thanks for the request! Dont be a stranger message me anytime!X
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