Moe started his celebrated career at the age of 9, singing in church the age of 17 Moe moved to NY and became a lead singer for The Voices of East Harlem.
Moe's voice attracted prominent contemporaries and he opened for Hendrix at the Fillmore East and sang with Bob Dylan and Richie Havens at the Isle of Wight Festival. Later on Moe joined his brother in The Holmes Brothers, where they created a smooth, gentle bb sound which can be found on their C.D.
Moe has lent his rich voice to many renown artists: Wilson Pikett, Roberta Flack and Ike and Tina Turner. Recently, he has recorded with Milo Z and his voice can be heard on Milo Z's latest C.D in the song Love Song.
A living R & B legend. Moe Holmes, a former alto and tenor voice of the Holmes Brothers, Moe sits with his acclaimed guitarist and whole heartedly bellows the blues and R & B classics. When Moe Holmes was young he toured the world with his band The Voices of East Harlem. In the 1960's they played with Ike and Tina Turner, Jimi Hendrix and Santana.
Moe's mid-song story telling gestures which make up the more comic portion of the evening are not unlike those of Gil Scott Heron. Mixed with super 60's and 70's classics, Moe's warm personality and unmatched vocals make for a touching evening.
In our eyes he is "The Best voice in New York." --Terra Blues
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thanks for all the inspiration you gave me-and for having the oppurtunity to sing with you -the world is a lesser place without your wonderful soul and voice terri x
The Craic Festival 2009 has invited FairplayCollective to play at this years Festival. All members will be playing in the round. The show is at The Mercury Lounge, March 14th at 8pm. This is the last night of the festival and Foy Vance is also on the bill.
What more can I say, a great night for music and film, with the odd star thrown in. Come show your support.
i found and old recording on a tape of moe singing people get ready at terra blues in 1993 i wanted to share it with all of you that loved moe, you can hear it in the video under
Thinking of you this Christmas... I was sorting my cookie bags and started making one for you. I smiled though when I thought how much you enjoyed them.
Dear Brotha Moe, I’m back; been away for 6½ months. Each time I see Jamal’s name, I think of you; I miss you brotha! Terra Blues, it’s not the same; I’m not the same. – I know that you’re still with us ‘cause you’re still in my heart – To know you, made me a better person – Brotha Luca said it and I agree “…Angels belong in heaven!” Enjoy your new home, and keep me in your prayers! Thank you for your LOVE! – Sistah Ptah oxoxoxo
Hey Brotha Moe, I’m back in the USA; I’ve arrived back home on June 4, 2008; been away for 6½ months. You know how much I miss you brotha! Terra Blues just ain’t the same; I aint the same without you here. - You know you’re still in my heart! - Brotha Luca said it best “…Angels belong in heaven!” Your job here on Earth was well done! You did it, and you did it RIGHT!!! May GOD BLESS YOU with MUCH LIGHT in your new home! – Sistah Ptah oxoxoxo
Hey Moe! I was just thinkin about you. My CD is almost finished man and YOU sound great! I'm playin for you all the time! Thanks for the inspiration. I miss you so much, man. My Sundays just ain't the same. Please tell James Brown I said "Hi" when you see him.
i love you moe, i miss you, but i know that you live on, in all the friends, students, peers, clients family that you have blessed along your journey. i have learned so much from you i continue to hear you influence on me when i sing and i send you lots of love from this plane of existence to the other see you on the other side brother love TM
Moe, I learned so much from you. Back in the days when you sang with SPANK & I was leaning about harmony. Thank you for sharing your gift. You were & you are a blessing.
