Geoff McBride

Geoff McBride (born on October 23, 1960 in Lexington, North Carolina) is an R&B singer from the 90s.

As a child, he sang gospel music and he even performed for the governor of North Carolina and former President Jimmy Carter. He formed his first band when he was 18 years old.

In 1990, Geoff released his debut album "Do You Still Remember Love" on Arista Records which peaked at #55 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single, "Gotta Good Thing" peaked at #14 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the charts for 13 weeks. The song became Geoff's highest chart appearance to date.

The second single from the album, "No Sweeter Love" peaked at #20 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 15 weeks.

The last single from the album, "Doesn't That Mean Something" peaked at #37 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the charts for only 9 weeks.

After that, Geoff took some time off from the music biz to take personal control of his music.

During that time, he lived to Atlanta, Georgia and later got married. He sang on musician Amy Lee's two albums, was a former sax player for Jimmy Buffett and sang for North Point Community Church in various areas of service for six years & BigStuf Camps.

Geoff co-wrote songs with Ben Holst under the name "Holst & McBride" where they opened for Aaron Neville at The Variety Playhouse in Little Five Points in March of 2003 and played at the Athens Human Rights Festival in that same year too.

He also sang with Guild of Sound (who are from Lawrenceville, Georgia) with Mark Copeland, John Sussewell, Steve Freeman and Don Klayman.

Geoff also provided vocals on the album "Valentines: The Music of Jim Brickman" with singer Felicia Sorenson and did commercial jingles such as Dark & Lovely, MARTA, Coca Cola and Chevrolet.

In 2006, he relocated to Santa Rosa Beach, Florida with his family where he has been working with musicians Tim Jackson, Chris Clifton, Duke Bardell and Donny Sundal.

Geoff was also the lead singer for the Rhythm All-Stars promo recording for JoMar Records, but he left in February of 2008.

In December of 2008, he released the single "Christmas Is" which is available on CD Baby. In 2012, Geoff was a contestant on the NBC series "The Voice," but was eliminated. He continues to still be active in the music business.

To see Geoff's official website, go to:
http://www.geoffmcbride.com/welcome.cfm

To see Geoff's official Facebook page, go to:
https://www.facebook.com/GeoffMcBrideMusic

To follow Geoff on Twitter, go to:
https://twitter.com/geoff_mcbride

To see Geoff's official MySpace page, go to:
https://myspace.com/geoffmcbridemusic

To see Geoff's Reverbnation page, go to:
http://www.reverbnation.com/geoffmcbride

To see Geoff's CD Baby page, go to:
http://www.cdbaby.com/Artist/GeoffMcBride

To see the music video for "No Sweeter Love," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GahLJ4WToFk

To see a fan-made video for "Doesn't That Mean Something," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SUnP_pKToc

To see a fan-made video for an extended remix version of "Gotta Good Thing," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHYRCHcB8i8



[updated on 08/01/13]

S.H.E.

S.H.E. was a female R&B trio consisting of Tyren Perry and her younger sisters Jaimee & Jania Foxworth. You might have already seen my post on Tyren Perry which is featured on the blog as well.

During their childhood, Tyren, Jaimee and Jania would always sing around the house together. When their family moved to Los Angeles, they booked gigs doing session work and performances for Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie's Children of the World project.

Jania and Tyren were even featured as backing vocalists on Quincy Jones' 1989 album "Back on the Block" on the song, "Tomorrow (A Better You, Better Me)" featuring Tevin Campbell.

Not only was Tyren an actress as well, so was her sister Jaimee who starred on "Family Matters" as Judy Winslow.  In 1993, Jaimee's character was written out and she was let go from the show after requesting a pay increase which the producers were unable to do & they didn't know what to do about her character anyway.

Jaimee did star on the show "Getting By," but the show was canceled after one season. Jania also acted in a few minor roles as well, but not as much as her sisters did. She even starred on the show "Amen" showing off her singing skills.

After their family put in so much for their daughters' careers, they went through some financial problems. The girls decided to form a group and start a music career together. The girls were noticed by Shaquille O'Neal, who featured them on his second album "You Can't Stop the Reign" in 1996.
During that same year, S.H.E. released their first single "My Secret Is" which got little attention. Despite that, they were able to release an album.
In 1997, they released their only album, "3's A Charm" which didn't appear to chart at all on the Billboard charts. The girls were also featured on the soundtrack to Shaq's movie "Steel."

Soon after, the girls were dropped from the label and remained out of the spotlight which had put a strain on their family and it was rumored they filed for bankruptcy.

Jaimee later went on a downward spiral, suffering from a substance abuse problem and started acting in pornography under the name "Crave."

In 2008, she was featured on Vh1's "Celebrity Rehab With Dr. Drew" recovering from her substance abuse problem. After she appeared on the show, Jaimee got her act together and in May 2009, she gave birth to a baby boy.

During that same year, Jaimee was featured on TV One's "Life After" series. She is planning on releasing an autobiography.

Jania had done choreography for Shaquille O'Neal's shows and starred in the gospel play, "Treat Her Like a Lady" and starred in the movie, "Keepin' It Real." She has choreographed and provided background vocals for Heather Headley, even choreographing her music video, "He Is."

She starred on NBC's "Passions" as the singing voice of the character, Whitney. She also wrote a few songs with Emmy-award winning producer, John Henry and even toured South America.

In 2007, Jaina scored a dance hit with the Perry Twins called "Activate My Body." These days, she continues to be active in the entertainment business.

Tyren is now a member of the heavy metal group, Kai's Army and still acts.

To see Jania's official website, go to:
http://www.jania.net/

To see Jania's MySpace page, go to:
http://www.myspace.com/foxyjania

(Check out Tyren's post to see the link for her MySpace page)

To see a fan-made video for "My Secret Is," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KZzGZINRwc

Sexual Harrassment

Sexual Harrassment was a pop/dance/R&B music project from the 80s that was centered around DJ/producer Lynn Tolliver Jr (or David Payton) who also wrote all of the lyrics & music.

The project featured a changing roster of vocalists & musicians such as Alicia Starr, Charlie Inez, Dale Jackson, Kelly Albright, Lourdes Figueroa and Lynne Poole.

In 1982, they released their only album "I Need a Freak" on Heat Records. It's unknown how or if the album was successful.

The title song was released as the first single, but it is unknown how or if the single made the charts at all.

The follow-up single from the album "K-I-S-S-I-N-G" was released, but didn't appear to make any impact on the charts.

In 1984, Sexual Harrassment released the single "We Want Prince" which went nowhere on the charts at all.

The project's last musical release was in 1986 with the single "These Are the Things That I Like" on the Future Entertainment record label.

After that, nothing much has been heard from them and it seems as if Sexual Harrassment has faded into obscurity.

To see a fan-made video for "I Need a Freak," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYzwnH-v2d4

To see a fan-made video for "K-I-S-S-I-N-G," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SiLw9tXzlLk


[updated on 08/01/13]

Bobby Nunn

Bobby Nunn (not to be confused with singer Bobby Nunn who sang with R&B groups the Coasters and the Robins in the 50s and 60s) was an R&B\funk singer from the early 80s. He got his start as a protege for the late Rick James and played synthesizer on Rick's earlier hits.

 

In 1982, Bobby released his debut album "Second To Nunn" which peaked at #148 on the Billboard 200 chart and #14 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The first single from the album "She's Just a Groupie" peaked at #104 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart, #28 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play and #15 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the charts for 13 weeks, making it his highest chart appearance to date.

The follow-up single "Got To Get Up On It" peaked at #36 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the charts for 10 weeks.

 

In 1983, Bobby released his sophomore album "Private Party" which peaked at #41 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The title song managed to peak at #50 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for only 8 weeks.

The second single "Hangin' Out at the Mall" peaked at #50 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 12 weeks.

The last single "Don't Knock It (Until You Try It)" was released, but didn't chart. After that, nothing much has been heard from Bobby. It seems as if he's faded into obscurity.

To see a fan-made video for "Private Party," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OfLtc_k8Ec0

To see a fan-made video for "She's Just a Groupie," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CJJAEwcA3U


[updated on 05\07\12]

Ozone

Ozone was an R&B\funk group from Nashville, Tennessee in 1977 by three former members of the funk band, The Endeavors who were Benny Wallace, Jimmy Stewart and Charles Glenn.

They later recruited members Thomas Bumpass, William White, Ray Woodard, Greg Hargrov  and Paul Hines to provide instrumental and vocal support.  In the group's later years, Joe Foxworth became part of the group.

Ozone was signed to Motown Records. They was initially used by the label as backing musicians for musicians Billy Preston and Syretta before they allowed them to make records in 1980.

After touring with Billy Preston for two years, they were signed to Motown. Ozone has done musical arrangements for artists such as Teena Marie and Bobby Nunn.
In 1980, Ozone released their debut album "Walk On" which didn't appear to chart at all on the Billboard charts.

The instrumental title song peaked at #94 on Billboard's Hot Soul Singles chart, staying on the chart for only 2 weeks.

In 1981, the group released their sophomore album "Send It" which peaked at #61 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The only single to chart was "Gigolette" which peaked at #73 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 7 weeks. Another single "Do What Cha Wanna" failed to chart at all.

During that same year, they released their third album "Jump On It" which failed to make much impact on the charts at all.

In 1982, Ozone released their fourth album, "Lil Suzy" which peaked at #152 on the Billboard 200 and #45 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The title song peaked at #109 on Billboard's Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles chart and #59 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 9 weeks.
In 1983, Ozone released their fifth and last album "Glasses" which peaked at #50 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

The single "Strutt My Thang" became their highest chart appearance to date, peaking at #55 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 13 weeks.

Another single "(Our Hearts) Will Always Shine" was quite successful in the UK and has been fondly remembered there.

Being Motown's "house band" had its advantages, but Ozone didn't receive a lot of recognition and it hindered them from becoming a household name.

With Motown not giving the group any radio or tour support at all, they disbanded and they seemed to have faded into obscurity.

To see the fan-made video for "Gigolette," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NdWsfL-iIw0

To see a fan-made video for "Strutt My Stuff," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fjzlQHU4KKw

To see a fan-made video for "(Our Hearts) Will Always Shine," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bo9dS3Po21w


[updated on 05\07\12]

Larry Springfield

Larry Springfield (born in Memphis, Tennessee) is an R&B singer from the '90s. He won the 1991 National Star Search competition.

In 1992, Larry released his only album to date "I'm Just A Man" on Tabu Records. It's unknown how or if the album ever charted.

The first single "All The Way Love" peaked at #27 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 12 weeks.

The follow-up single "Stand By My Woman" peaked at #58 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 7 weeks.

Larry has written & produced music for artists such as Gerald Levert, Chante Moore and Wayne Brady. He has also toured with Keith Sweat, Al Green, Chante Moore, Barry White, B.B. King and many more.

These days, Larry is the lead male vocalist at B.B. King's Blues Club in Memphis.

To see the music video for "All The Way Love," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4lhwATJavnA

To see a fan-made video for "Stand By My Woman," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCwuXcBiWEg


[updated on 08/02/13]

K.P. & Envyi

K.P. (born Khia Philips) and Envyi (born Susan Hedgepath) were a female hip-hop\R&B duo from the '90s.
In 1998, the duo scored a hit with the song, "Swing My Way" which peaked at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100, #5 on Billboard's Rhythmic Top 40 chart & Billboard's Hot R&B Singles chart, staying on the chart for 26 weeks and #8 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart. In the U.K., the song managed to peak at #14 on the U.K. Singles chart.

After that, nothing much had been heard from them. They never released an album and had seemingly faded into obscurity.

These days, Susan Hedgepath performs under the name Sioux Lane. It's unknown what Khia Philips is up to these days.

To follow Sioux Lane on Twitter, go to:
https://twitter.com/sioux_lane

To see Sioux Lane's official Facebook page, go to:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Sioux-Lane/196564640356

To see the music video for "Swing My Way," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PEangIPyHZQ


[updated on 08/02/13]

Mercedes

Mercedes (born Raquel Miller in 1978 in New Orleans, Louisiana) was a female rapper who was signed to rapper Master P's No Limit Records label.

She grew up in Detroit and attended the High School for The Fine and Performing Arts and participating in the Brazeal Dennard Youth Chorale.

Mercedes was studying music at Xavier University when Master P. caught her attention at a talent show and she was signed to the label. She was one the rappers featured on his song "I Miss My Homies" in 1997.

In 1999, Mercedes released her one and only album "Rear End" which peaked at #72 on the Billboard 200 chart and #12 on Billboard's R&B Albums chart.

Mercedes scored a minor hit with "It's Your Thing" which peaked at #96 on the Billboard Hot 100, #4 on Billboard's Hot Rap Singles chart, and #31 on Billboard's Hot R&B Singles & Tracks chart, staying on the chart for 14 weeks.

After that, Mercedes reportedly retired from the music business to attend law school. Since then, nothing much has been heard from her and she has seemed to have faded into obscurity.

To see the music video for "It's Your Thing," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_Afq5sWMdXk


[updated on 03/13/13]

Petite

Petite was a teen female R&B group from the '80s that originally consisted of members Kenne (born Kennethia Pierce), Julia Roberson, Monica Boyd and Tisha Hunter.

In 1986, Petite released the single "So Fine" (a tribute to New Edition). The single managed to peak at #86 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for only 2 weeks.

During that same year, they released their only album "Teens." It's unknown how or if the album was successful.

They also had a rare single called "My First Kiss" (which featured members Michelle Weston, Tracey Delgado and Michelle Williams along with Kenne. It's unknown how well the single did.

By 1988, the group's name was changed to "Kenne and Petite" and released the single "What Is He To You." It's unknown how or if the single ever made the charts.

After that, they split up and had seemingly fallen into obscurity, but in 1991, Tisha Hunter, Monica Boyd, and Julia Roberson went on to form girl group, Ex-Girlfriend (which is also featured on the blog), and ended up having moderate success on the charts.

Ex-Girlfriend lasted until 1995, but reunited in 2008 for a new album. Since then, there has been no word about the project.

In 2011, Stacy Francis was a contestant on "The X-Factor," but was eliminated in the fourth week. She appears to have gone solo.

These days, Kenne (now Kemet Jacobs) ia a member of Durham's Black Poetry Theater.

To see the music video for "So Fine," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3H5aSz0RCB0

To see a fan-made video for "My First Kiss," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kyyj5TObV-g

[updated on 01\01\2016]

Q-Feel

Q-Feel was a synth-pop group from England that consisted of singer\bass guitarist Martin Page, singer\guitarist Brian Fairweather, drummer Trevor Thornton and background vocalist\keyboardist Chris Richardson.

Trevor Thornton was in the rock band, Asia and also in bands Walk on Fire, Saxon, and One Nation. In 1981, they released their first single "Doctor on the Radio."

It wasn't until 1982 that Q-Feel scored a hit with their song, "Dancing in Heaven (Orbital Be-Bop)." The song was an entry in the 1982 "A Song For Europe" which is the U.K.'s pre-selection for the Eurovision Song Contest where it finished in 6th place.

In the U.S., the song managed to peak at #18 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Club Play Singles chart.

A year later in 1983, Q-Feel released their self-titled album on Jive Records. The album produced two more singles "Crossstalk" and "Heroes Never Die" which didn't appear to chart at all. The group split in 1984.

In 1985, "Dancing in Heaven (Orbital Be-Bop)" was featured in the movie "Girls Just Wanna Have Fun" and  included on the movie's soundtrack. In 1989, the song was re-released and it managed to peak at #75 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #44 on Billboard's Hot Dance Music\Maxi-Singles Sales chart.

These days, Martin Page continues to be active in the music business. It's unknown what the other members of Q-Feel are up to today.

To see Martin Page's official Facebook page, go to:
https://www.facebook.com/martinpagemusic

To see a video of Q-Feel performing "Dancing in Heaven (Orbital Be-Bop)," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nulE0DomHKM

[updated on 08/02/13]

Dr. Jeckyll & Mr. Hyde

Dr. Jeckyll (born Andre Harrell on September 26, 1960 in Harlem, New York) and Mr. Hyde (born Alonzo Brown) were a hip-hop duo from the '80s.

They were known for their corporate business style, wearing designer suits and ties while they rapped.

The duo originally went under the name "Harlem World Crew" and recorded on Tayser Records in 1980. Alonzo Brown joined Profile Records under the name "Ronnie Love" and recorded a song called "Young Ladies."
During that same year, the duo teamed up together to record the single, "Genius Love" which became the first hip-hop record to use the Tom Tom Club's "Genius of Love" sample.

In 1982, the song managed to peak at #31 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 12 weeks.

The duo released two more singles "The Challenge" and "Jeckyll and Hyde Dance" which didn't appear to make the charts.

Their third single "Gettin' Money" peaked at #79 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 4 weeks.

The duo's fourth single "Fast Life" peaked at #60 on Billboard's Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for 8 weeks.

In 1985, Dr. Jeckyll and Mr. Hyde released their only album "The Champagne of Rap." It's unknown how or if the album ever charted or was successful at all.

The only single from the album to chart was "Freshest Rhymes in the World" which managed to peak at #89 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, staying on the chart for only 2 weeks.

By 1987, the duo was no more. Andre later became the founder & chief executive of Uptown Records. Alonzo continued to record with Profile Records and released a 12" single called "The Witch."

These days, Andre is the head of Motown Records while Alonzo became a producer & screenwriter and serves as the executive producer for the "Judge Mathis" show.

To see a fan-made video for "Genius Love," go to:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEusjv45hjg

To see a fan-made video for "The Challenge," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-njJTa-ayrs

To see a fan-made video for "Gettin' Money," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8AZcGMNt6Q

To see a fan-made video for "Fast Life," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxVAQ6EVH6E

To see a fan-made video for "Freshest Rhymes in the World," go to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ab1JpTBWG3U

[updated on 08/02/13]