Eugene Wilde

Eugene Wilde (born Ronald Broomfield on December 6, 1961 in Miami, Florida) is a male R&B singer from the '80s and early '90s.

Eugene began singing when he was 5 years old and was part of a family group called La Voyage, who performed in local clubs. The group later changed its name to Tight Connection and then Simplicious. In 1979, he released an album on Curtom Records under the name "Ron Broomfield" as a member of music group, Today, Tomorrow, Forever.

Eugene changed his name to "Eugene Wilde" after seeing an advertisement in the paper for a night club called Wilde Flowers.

In 1984, he signed to Philly World Records and released his self-titled debut album which peaked at #97 on the Billboard 200 and #14 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart. In the United Kingdom, the album charted at #67 on the U.K. Albums chart.

The first single from the album, "Gotta Get You Home Tonight" which peaked at #83 on the Billboard Hot 100 and topped Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart for a week in early 1985, staying on the chart for 23 weeks. In the U.K., the song peaked at #18 on the U.K. Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks.

The second single from the album, "Rainbow" peaked at #22 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 15 weeks.

The third single, "Chey Chey Kule" peaked at #69 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 7 weeks and #83 on the U.K. Singles chart.

The last single, "Personality" was released, but it's unknown how or if the single made the charts at all.

In 1985, Eugene released his second album, "Serenade" which peaked at #17 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single, "Don't Say No Tonight" peaked at #76 on the Billboard Hot 100 and became Eugene's second number-one R&B hit, topping Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart for 3 weeks. In the U.K., the song peaked at #80 on the U.K. Singles chart, staying on the chart for 3 weeks.

The second single, "Diana" peaked at #10 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 15 weeks.

The last single from the album, "30 Mins to Talk" which peaked at #79 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles, staying on the chart for 4 weeks.

He was featured in the movie, "Rappin'" and its soundtrack with Joanna Gardner on the track, "True Love Never Dies." His career came to a brief halt when Philly World Records folded.

In 1987, Eugene appeared on Sheena Easton's album "No Sound But a Heart" on the duet "What if We Fall in Love." He also appeared on music group, Cabo Frio's album and sung two lead vocals.

In 1989, Eugene released his third album, "I Choose You (Tonight)" on MCA Records. The album didn't make the Billboard album charts.

The first single, "I Can't Stop (This Feeling)" peaked at #35 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 8 weeks.

The second single, "Ain't Nobody's Business" peaked at #50 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks.

The title song peaked at #56 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks. Eugene later ran an independent record label, Wilde City Records in Florida.

In 1992, Eugene released his fourth album, "How About Tonight" which also didn't appear to make Billboard's album charts.

The title song managed to peak at #17 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 13 weeks.

The follow-up single, "Special Feelings" was released, but didn't make the charts at all. In the 90s, Eugene found success as a songwriter, writing songs for the Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, and Victoria Beckham.

In 2011, he released his latest album in 16 years, "Get Comfortable" which is available on CD Baby and iTunes.

To see the music video for "Gotta Get You Home Tonight," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOwvU2DGBF8

To see a fan-made video for "Rainbow," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwBTiq7_xuw

To see a fan-made video for "Chey Chey Kule," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QwBs7IutXtc

To see a fan-made video for "Personality," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=foJo-KxTGtE

To see the music video for "Don't Say No Tonight," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JbWDcLOHmqI

To see the music video for "Diana," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L6YwGXzNyJI

To see the music video for "30 Mins to Talk," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbfV8zBBFeI

To see a fan-made video for "I Can't Stop (This Feeling)," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ewq_Y36u0X0

To see a fan-made video for "Ain't Nobody's Business," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=elq2KtQDX1Q

To see a fan-made video for "I Choose You (Tonight)," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgPeG-fISyE

To see the music video for "How About Tonight," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2IaJDSKGVfk

To see a fan-made video for "Special Feelings," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ySPWf3jwzc


[updated on 02/23/13]

Joanna Gardner

Joanna Gardner (born in 1962 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was a female R&B singer from the 80s. She is the daughter of a police force mechanic and a community director for a nursing concern.

When Joanna was 16 years old, she decided to start singing full-time. She formed her own group called Joanna's Band and they performed at her mother's nightclub where she also worked as a barmaid during the weekends.

While working a part-time job at a jeweller's shop, Joanna met British music group, Loose Ends, who were recording in Philadelphia with producer Nick Martinelli.

Impressed by Joanna's voice, Nick got her a recording contract with Philly World Records within 5 days. She made her singing debut on the song, "Today's Your Lucky Day" with singer Harold Melvin and appeared on Loose Ends' album, "So Where Are You."

In 1985, Joanna released her self-titled debut album on Philly World Records. It's unknown how or if the album made the charts at all.

The only single to chart was "Watching You," which peaked at #77 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 5 weeks.

Joanna's other songs "Pick Up the Pieces," "We Can Make It," "Special Feelings," and "I Could Never Love Another Like You" was a hit with UK soul music fans while Joanna was on tour with Loose Ends in London.

During that same year, Joanna appeared in the movie, "Rappin'" singing a duet with Eugene Wilde entitled "First Love Never Dies." The song was also featured on the movie's soundtrack.

After that, nothing much was heard from her and it seemed as if she faded into obscurity. These days, Joanna resides in Philadelphia doing well, has two children and continues to sing.

To see a fan-made video for "Watching You," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IVsFS5xQOas


[updated on 02/23/13]

Jenny Burton

Jenny Burton (born on November 18, 1957 in Brooklyn, New York) was a female dance\R&B singer from the 80s.

Jenny was raised as a foster child and became interested in music while in high school. In 1970, she worked as a receptionist for the Bell Record Company.

After a recording session, the producer needed a singer & Jenny volunteered. Her first recording was a song entitled "Nobody Loves Me Like I Do" with singer Dooley Silverspoon. She was also featured on a single entitled "American Music (Made In The U.S.A.)" with Dooley as well & also worked as a background singer.

In 1983, Jenny teamed up with dance music group, C-Bank. Their single, "One More Shot" became a hit, peaking at #5 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart and #87 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 4 weeks.

After that, Jenny went solo and signed with Atlantic Records. She also married Broadway songwriter, Peter Link, who owned his own recording studio & publishing company.

During that same year, Jenny released her debut solo album, "In Black and White" which peaked at #181 on the Billboard 200 and #50 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single from the album, "Remember What You Like" peaked at #81 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #21 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 17 weeks.

The follow-up single, "Rock Steady" peaked at #88 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for only 3 weeks.

In 1984, Jenny was featured on the "Beat Street" movie soundtrack with the songs "It's Alright By Me" and "Strangers in a Strange World" with singer Patrick Jude, which peaked at #54 on the Billboard Hot 100.

In 1985, Jenny released her self-titled sophomore album which peaked at #45 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single, "Bad Habits" topped Billboard's Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart for a week in March of 1985.

The song also managed to peak at #101 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100, # 10 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles chart and #19 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 15 weeks. It also managed to cross over in the United Kingdom, peaking at #68 on the U.K. Singles chart for 8 weeks.

The follow-up single from the album, "Dancing For My Love" peaked at #46 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music/Club Play chart.

In 1986, Jenny released her third album, "Souvenirs" which was produced by her husband, Peter Link. It's unknown how or if the album made the charts.

The only single to chart was "Do You Want it Bad Enuff" which peaked at #68 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks.

After that, it seemed as if Jenny faded into obscurity, but she later moved into gospel & inspirational music.

She and her husband, Peter created the Jenny Burton Experience, which ran for 7 years to sold-out standing room only audiences at New York City's "Don't Tell Mama." They have opened for various artists as well.

These days, Jenny continues to perform gospel & inspirational music. Her latest CD is "Reaching Out From the Inside."

To see a fan-made video for "One More Shot," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8sYpMknvEvE

To see a fan-made video for "Remember What You Like," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91eAPsP7Tr8

To see a fan-made video for "Rock Steady," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=USqRTUjJc4k

To see the music video for "Bad Habits," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MC2jd0CuiHs

To see the music video for "Strangers in a Strange World," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAcePeSN0s4

To see a fan-made video for "Dancing For My Love," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHUGrQWl-dA

To see a fan-made video for "Do You Want it Bad Enuff," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4VZJlLk9oQ


[updated on 04\08\2016]

Robert Brookins

Robert Brookins (born Robert F. Brookins Jr. on October 7, 1962 in Sacramento, California) was an R&B singer\songwriter/producer from the 80s.

He began singing when he was 4 years old, playing the drums at 5 years old and playing keyboards by the time he was 9 years old.

As a teenager, Robert performed in front of Ronald Reagan at the White House in Washington, D.C. In 1974, he won the Motown Records Soul Search competition with his music group, Little Robert and the Fondeles.

In 1981, he joined music group, Afterbach with his brother, Michael (who played guitars) and sang lead vocals on the album, "Matinee." In 1986, Robert was a featured singer on George Duke's self-titled album. He later signed to MCA Records.

During that same year, he released his debut album, "In the Night" which didn't appear to make the Billboard album charts.

The first single, "Our Lives" peaked at #95 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 5 weeks.

The follow-up singles, "Come to Me" and "If You Only Knew" were released, but didn't chart. Stephanie Mills appeared on the album on the track, "In the Night (Making Love)."

Robert has written & produced songs for artists such as Bobby Brown, Jackie Jackson, the Reddings, Deniece Williams, the Whispers, and Jeffrey Osborne. He also played keyboards for George Howard, Ramsey Lewis, Nancy Wilson, Roy Ayers, and Stanley Clarke.

In 1989, Robert released his sophomore album, "Let it Be Me" which peaked at #37 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single from the album, a cover version of Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway's hit song, "Where is the Love" with Stephanie Mills, peaked at #18 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 16 weeks.

The follow-up single, "Don't Tease Me" peaked at #39 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks. During the 90s, Robert kept a low profile from the music business.

In 2002, he released the album, "Something You Can Make Love To." It's unknown how or if the album was successful. He even toured with Earth, Wind & Fire as the musical director.

Sadly on April 15, 2009, Robert passed away of a heart attack at the age of 46. His last musical project, "Sweet Dreams" was completed before his death.

Robert Brookins was a talented musician and will not be forgotten.

To see a fan-made video for "Our Lives," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jp8e4svkkaw

To see a fan-made video for "Come to Me," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ofy9glvDnyo

To see a fan-made video for "If You Only Knew," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vmoa4iyNhMs

To see the music video for "Where is the Love" with Stephanie Mills, go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jA_iBoAqcSs

To see a fan-made video for "Don't Tease Me," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MKB8tFSR98U

[updated on 02/23/13]

Tina B

Tina B. (born Tina Klein from Brooklyn, New York) was a female freestyle\dance singer from the 80s.

When she was 11 years old, Tina formed her first band. Throughout her teen years and into college, Tina continued to pursue a musical career. She later met Arthur Baker, who was an aspiring music producer back then (and would later become her husband).

Later on, she became involved in contributing to Arthur's various projects as a singer and songwriter. Tina made her recording debut on Afrika Bambaataa and the Jazzy Five's record, "Jazzy Sensation."

Tina earned her first big break came when she was featured on the Rockers' Revenge song, "Walkin' on Sunshine" which topped Billboard's dance chart and went platinum in England. Shortly after that, she was signed to Elektra Records.

In 1984, Tina B. released her self-titled debut album which didn't appear to make the Billboard album charts.

Her first single, "Nothing's Gonna Come Easy" peaked at #18 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart in January of 1985. The song was featured on the "Beat Street" movie soundtrack.

Tina B.'s second single, "Honey to a Bee" peaked at #12 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart.

In 1987, Tina B. released her third single, "January February" which peaked at #16 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart in May of 1987 and #15 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.

Tina B.'s fourth single, "Miracles Explode" peaked at #7 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart in May of 1988 and #35 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.

Her fifth single, "Bodyguard" peaked at #5 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.

Tina B. continued to provide vocals for artists such as Carly Simon, Imagination, Jimmy Cliff, Steve Van Zandt, Madonna, Al Green, Tevin Campbell, U2, Bruce Springsteen, and Jennifer Holliday.

She studied opera in New York City in the mid-'90s and later moved to London where she continues to be active in music these days.

To see Tina B.'s official website, go to:
http://www.tinab.tv/

To see Tina B.'s YouTube page, go to:
http://www.youtube.com/user/TinaBBaker

To see a fan-made video of "Honey To A Bee," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gqMBYalMdGs

To see a fan-made video for "Nothing's Gonna Come Easy," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFokX-31PMg

To see a fan-made video for "Miracles Explode," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eGY6p-laI7M

To see a fan-made video for "January, February," go to:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPkxz51yWEo

To see the music video for "Bodyguard," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6PJh7YWlSJM



[updated on 09\09\12]