Robin S.

Robin S. (born Robin Stone on April 27, 1962 in Queens, New York) is a dance singer\songwriter from the 90's.
Robin was signed to Big Beat Records and in 1993, she released her debut album, "Show Me Love" which peaked at #110 on the Billboard 200, #37 on Billboard's R&B albums chart, and #1 on Billboard's Heatseekers album chart.
Robin's first single and biggest hit to date, "Show Me Love" peaked at #5 on the Billboard Hot 100, #7 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, #5 on Billboard's Top 40 Mainstream chart, #4 on Billboard's Rhythmic Top 40 chart, and topped Billboard's dance charts.
The second single from the album, "Luv 4 U" topped Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart and also peaked at #53 on the Billboard Hot 100, #52 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, #29 on Billboard's Top 40 Mainstream chart, and #4 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.
The third single, "What I Do Best" peaked at #52 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.
The fourth single, "I Wanna Thank You" peaked at #10 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart and #5 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.
The last single from the album, "Back it Up" didn't chart in the US, but managed to peak at #43 on the UK Singles chart and #4 on the Dutch Top 40 chart.
In 1997, Robin released her sophomore album, "From Now On" which peaked at #79 on Billboard's R&B albums chart and #45 on Billboard's Heatseekers album chart.
The first single from the album, "It Must Be Love" peaked at #91 on the Billboard Hot 100, #35 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, #15 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart, and topped Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart.

The last single from the album, "Midnight" peaked at #3 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart and #18 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.

In 2004, Robin S. completed a successful tour in Europe where her music there has reached a higher audience.

As of 2007, Robin was working on music while looking for a new record label. She still continued to perform on cruise liners in Europe and Asia. In 2008, she recorded a song with European artist, Honest.

In October of that same year, a radio mix version of Robin's biggest hit song, "Show Me Love" topped the Dutch Top 40 chart.

These days, Robin resides in Georgia and has a son, two daughters, four grandsons and a granddaughter.

To see the MySpace page for Robin S, go to:
www.myspace.com/therealrobin_s

To see the music video for "Show Me Love," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lwaxy3KCfgQ

To see the music video for "Luv 4 Luv," go to:
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1n84s_luv-4-luv_music

Robbie Nevil

Robbie Nevil (born Robert S. Nevil on October 2, 1958 in Los Angeles, California) is a pop singer\songwriter\guitarist, and music producer.  He started playing guitar at the age of eleven and played in a few cover bands.

Robbie started performing his own music and signed a publishing deal in 1983. He wrote songs for artists such as the Pointer Sisters, Earth, Wind, & Fire, and El DeBarge.
In 1986, Robbie signed his first record contract with Manhattan Records and released his self-titled debut album which peaked at #37 on the Billboard 200 and #32 on Billboard's R&B albums chart.
Robbie's biggest and well-known hit to date, "C'est La Vie" peaked at #2 on the Billboard Hot 100, #7 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, #3 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart, and topped Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart.
His second single, "Dominoes" peaked at #14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #22 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart.
The final single from the album, "Wot's It To Ya" peaked at #10 on the Billboard Hot 100, #69 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, and #10 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart.
In 1988, Robbie released his second album, "Place Like This" which peaked at #118 on the Billboard 200.
The first single from the album, "Back on Holiday" peaked at #34 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #52 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.
The follow-up single, "Somebody Like You" didn't fare well, peaking only at #63 on the Billboard Hot 100.
In 1991, Robbie released his third and last album, "Day 1" which failed to chart at all on the Billboard 200.

The first single from the album, "For Your Mind" flopped, peaking only at #86 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #93 on Billboard's Hot R&B\Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart.
The second and last single from the album, "Just Like You" peaked at #25 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it his last Top 40 hit song to date.

After Robbie's singing career ended, he turned to writing and producing musicians such as Jessica Simpson, Babyface, and Destiny's Child.

In 2006, he worked with Matthew Gerrard on Smash Mouth's album, "Summer Girl." Robbie also writes music for Disney projects such as "High School Musical" and "Hannah Montana" soundtracks.

To see the music video for "C'est La Vie," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGtf9QfITQw

To see the music video for "Dominoes," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlucGdeT37E

To see the music video for "Wot's It To Ya," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cMiotBWtPRw

To see the video for "Just Like You," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9HcaajZwx0

To see the video for "Back on Holiday," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IP_VyCMuuDQ

Meg

Meg was a female freestyle\dance singer from the late 80s\early 90s. Not much information is given on this singer, but she was signed to Musicworks Records.
In 1988, Meg released her first single, "Dance All Nite" which was released on Musicworks Records. It's unknown how or if the single ever charted.
A year later in 1989, Meg released her second single, "Lover Girl" which also didn't appear to chart at all on the Billboard charts.
In 1991, Meg released her debut album, "Lover Girl" which featured the title song, "Dance All Nite," and two more singles: "Give Me Your Love" and "Party Time."
Meg's last musical release was in 1994 with the single, "The Music." After that, it seemed as if she faded into obscurity.

To see a fan-made video for "Lover Girl," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ktWQ9tKKiI

To see a fan-made video for "The Music," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3X-vNOcRUg

To see a fan-made video for "Dance All Nite," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4E88kQRfKXI

To see a fan-made video for "Party Time," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35FimlaFUC0

To see a fan-made video for "Give Me Your Love," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9QDrvvQQ08


[updated on 06/18/13]

Erotic Exotic

Erotic Exotic were a freestyle\dance group from the late 80s that consisted of members Eric Tallman, Al Perez, Mario Gil, Gus Caveda, John Aguilo, Eddie De La Cruz, Rick Vieira, and Dee Whitcomb. The group formed in 1985.
In 1986, the group released their first single, "Take Me As I Am" which peaked at #36 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play Singles chart, making it their highest chart appearance to date.
Their second single, "(I Can) Give You What You Need" peaked at #42 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play Singles chart in 1987.
During that same year, Erotic Exotic released their third single, "L.O.V.E." which peaked at #48 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.
In 1988, the group released their fourth single, "If My Love Doesn't Suit Ya" which didn't appear to chart at all, but a music video was made for the song.

In the early 90s, Erotic Exotic released two more singles "Your Eyes" (in 1990) and "Unfunkable" (in 1992), but neither of them made the charts. By 1994, the group had disbanded. 

In December of that same year, Eric Tallman passed away. It is unknown what the other members are up to today.

To see the music video for "If My Love Doesn't Suit Ya," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyqEO2EfBUY

To see a fan-made video for "L.O.V.E," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhozJWn-qtk

To see a fan-made video for "Take Me As I Am," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHKJZSunOOs

To see a fan-made video for "(I Can) Give You What You Need," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41SJjovNSDs


[updated on 06/18/13]

Alfonzo Hunter

Alfonzo Hunter (born in 1973 in Chicago, Illinois) is an R&B singer from the 90s. He was the first male R&B artist signed to Def Squad Records, the record label founded by Def Squad and Erick Sermon.

Alfonso started his music career by singing backup for R. Kelly and ended up working with him for six months. Although he was working with R. Kelly, Alfonso continued to stay in school, attending Roosevelt University in Chicago where he learned about music production and engineering.

In 1996, Alfonso released his debut album, "Blacka da Berry" which peaked at #44 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart and #17 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart.

Alfonzo's biggest hit to date, "Just the Way (Playas Play)" peaked at #85 on the Billboard Hot 100, #22 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music/Maxi-Singles Sales chart, #31 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 20 weeks and #38 on the U.K. Singles chart.

The follow-up single "Weekend Thang" peaked at #90 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #35 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 11 weeks. The success of Alfonso's debut album had him working on his sophomore album, but unfortunately, Def Squad moved to Motown Records after EMI Records closed and Alfonzo wasn't able to release his second album.

These days, it appears as if Alfonzo is still active in the music business. In 2009, he released his self-titled album which is available on Amazon.com and iTunes.

To see the music video for "Just the Way (Playas Play)," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHGRej6I_7I

To see the music video for "Weekend Thang," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc7qu6NdFd4

To see a fan-made video for "Fly," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNbYpmTE5Ps



[updated on 06/18/13]

7 Mile

7 Mile were an R&B group from Detroit, Michigan that consisted of Luther "Squeaky" Jackson, Glynis "Lil G" Martin, Seantezz "Tezz" Robinson and Deion "D" Lucas. They were signed to Mariah Carey's short-lived Crave Records label.

In 1998, the group released their only album which peaked at #64 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart and #43 on Billboard's Heatseekers Albums chart.

The first single "Just a Memory" peaked at #106 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart and #45 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 20 weeks.

The follow-up single "Do Your Thing" managed to peak at #50 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #45 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 20 weeks.

After Crave Records folded, it seemed as if 7 Mile faded into obscurity.

These days, Glynis Martin works at JP Entertainment/Nitram Recordz in Japan as the CEO and head artist development. Seantezz Robinson still resides in Detroit. Deion Lucas and Luther Jackson are each pursuing solo music careers.

To see the music video for "Do Your Thing," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7AZoSOs_4rA

To see the music video for "Just a Memory," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D75e_yg3q2I



[updated on 06/18/13]

Happy New Year!!!

Hello, everyone!!! Another great year has gone by and this year, I've managed to post 193 entries for you all to see.

I appreciate all the positive comments and reception I've gotten. Next year, I'll be posting more great music for you to see.

Have a wonderful New Year!!

Sincerely,
The Music-Know-It-All

Small Change

Small Change were an R&B group from the early 90s that consisted of four teenage cousins from North Philadelphia: Tamika Jarmon, Lakuana Brockington, Neamen Howard and Kairi Guinn-Styles. Their mentor and manager were Kairi's father, Wayne Styles.

In 1991, Small Change released their self-titled debut album which peaked at #69 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single, "Why" peaked at #25 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the charts for 12 weeks.

The follow-up single, "Teardrops" peaked at #37 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles, staying on the charts for 10 weeks.

The last single, "This Must Be Love" was unsuccessful, peaking only at #69 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for only 8 weeks. After that, it seemed as if the group faded into obscurity.

These days, Tamika now goes under the name "Tamika Jarmon-Lyles." Lakuana Brockington runs her own home daycare center in Philadelphia.

Neamen Howard lives in Albany, Georgia and also has a Facebook page, but it's set to private.

In 1996, Kairi Guinn-Styles was featured on Johnny Gill's album, "Let's Get the Mood Right" on the track "I Know You Want Me" in which he also wrote the song, but it's unknown what he is up to today.

To see a fan-made video for "Why," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjTAFOdTe7I

To see a fan-made video for "Teardrops," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GeMRg-67LQU

To see a fan-made video for "This Must Be Love," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tScUI9Ow2A


[updated on 05\07\12]-[Note: the original videos have been switched to fan-made videos because they are no longer available to view as far as I can tell]

Brownstone

Brownstone is a Grammy-nominated female R&B group from Los Angeles, California. The original members of the group were Monica "Mimi" Doby, Charmayne "Maxee" Maxwell and Nichole "Nicci" Gilbert.

The group met each other after going to separate auditions around the city. They were signed to Michael Jackson's MJJ Music record label and were featured on labelmates Quo's single "Quo Funk" as vocalists.
In 1995, Brownstone released their debut album "From the Bottom Up" which peaked at #29 on the Billboard 200 and #4 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.
The first single "Passin' the Love" peaked at #42 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart and #58 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks.
Brownstone's second single and biggest hit to date "If You Love Me" peaked at #8 on the Billboard Hot 100, #2 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart, #2 on Billboard's Rhythmic Top 40 chart and #2 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 34 weeks.

The song topped the charts in New Zealand and was moderately successful in France, Australia and the Netherlands.
The third single "Grapevyne" peaked at #49 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #6 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 20 weeks.
The last single from the album, a cover version of the Eagles' song "I Can't Tell You Why" peaked at #54 on the Billboard Hot 100, #18 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart and #22 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 17 weeks.

Brownstone won a Billboard Music Award and received a Grammy nomination and a "Soul Train Lady of Soul" nomination. They were also featured on the hit single "Freedom."

After touring all around the globe, Mimi Doby left the group due to internal problems with the other two members of the group. She was later replaced with singer Kina Cosper.
In 1997, Brownstone released their sophomore album "Still Climbing" which peaked at #51 on the Billboard 200 and #16 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart. .
The first single from the album "5 Miles to Empty" which peaked at #39 on the Billboard Hot 100, #39 on Billboard's Rhythmic Top 40 chart, #38 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play chart, #24 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart and #6 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 22 weeks.
The last single from the album "Kiss and Tell" peaked at #102 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart and #41 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 13 weeks.

Kina Cosper left the group to pursue a solo career and was replaced by Kymberli Wright (who is now the lead singer of female jazz group Straight Ahead). She released a self-titled solo album and is working on her sophomore album.

Charmayne Maxwell had a sporadic career as a recording artist in Europe. Monica Doby left the music business and is now a teacher.

In 2007, Brownstone attempted to make a comeback which included new member Racquel Roberts & they performed in New York City, Atlanta and Los Angeles.

In 2013, Nichole Gilbert announced that the group was reuniting for a new album & tour. Sadly on February 28, 2015, Charmayne Maxwell passed away from unknown causes.

To see the music video for "If You Love Me," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91NExZP5dZI

To see the music video for "Grapevyne," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3E5bg02oauA

To see the music video for "5 Miles to Empty," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tkcQtFKUF48

To see the music video for "I Can't Tell You," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ioWHKWyyb7A

To see the music video for "Kiss and Tell," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdA0rixGszU

[updated on 03\02\15]

Quo

Quo was a kiddie hip-hop/rap duo that consisted of Wade "Kaos" Robson (born on September 17, 1982 in Brisbane, Australia) and DeWayne "Sysco Smoov" Turrentine (born in 1979 from Los Angeles, California). They were signed to Michael Jackson's MJJ Music record label.

Wade was already well-known for performing a dance routine to Michael Jackson's "Smooth Criminal" on the Australian television talent show, "New Faces 4," sharing the stage with Michael Jackson himself during his "Bad" tour stop in Australia, and starring in three of Michael Jackson's videos: "Black and White," "Jam," and "Heal the World."

In 1994, the duo came together and released their debut single, "Huh What?" which featured rapper Redman (who also co-wrote the song). The single failed to make the Billboard charts at all.

The second single, "Blowin' Up (Don't Stop the Music)" which peaked at #25 on Billboard's Hot Rap Singles chart and #90 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 3 weeks. Aaron Hall provided background vocals on the song.

In October of that same year, Quo released their self-titled debut album, but it failed to make any impact on the Billboard album charts.

The third single, "Quo Funk" (which heavily sampled The Jacksons' "This Place Hotel") also failed to make any impact on the charts. The song featured R&B group, Brownstone.

After that, Quo broke up and seemingly faded into obscurity. Wade went on to become a successful choreographer, producer and actor while DeWayne became a fashion model, married actress Reagan Gomez-Preston & has two children.

To see the music video for "Huh What?," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NArSMS77moc

To see the music video for "Blowin' Up (Don't Stop the Music)," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=keUfngaK0ls

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



[updated on 03/25/13]