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It's an abnormally cool November day in North Carolina. Unbeknown to most people, North Carolina often achieves chilly temperatures, but typically after the ubiquitous sunsets. However, today the sun is taking second billing to the clouds and warm winds as "Ton'A" an R&B/jazz artist who hails from Atlanta, GA gives us his view of music and life in a suite at the chic Sheraton Hotel. This chic hotel has hosted countless celebrities. Today, the Sheraton with its undeniable style and grace is playing host to one of the newest and hottest R&B artist to grace its presence. Ladies and Gentlemen, introducing Ton'A......
Why this name?
The name has been a nickname since I was teen.And proved to be very catchy with audiences pronounced (Tonay)
Do you play live?
Here in Durham,NC I have been the exclusive entertainment For the lounge at the (Sheraton Hotel in Rtp) for the past year. It's always a thrill to see people n-joying your music, the atmosphere is very warm and chic so, it has been one of the more n-joyable gigs that I've had
How, do you think, does the internet (or mp3) change the music industry?
It's a contact point for the world. The availability to reach everyone 24hrs a day provides an an excellent avenue for any info that U need!
Would you sign a record contract with a major label?
Yes! For me probably a production and distribution deal would be great.
I would like to see what would happen if I really had the right resources behind me...
I would like to see what would happen if I really had the right resources behind me...
Band History:
Worked as a studio musician in Atlanta,GA for 10 yrs.Performed with numerous celebrities,working as a solo performer and producer/writer since 1997 music is a jazz and R&B mix and currently the lead singer for the group "Finesse"
Your influences?
Motown has been a great influnce on me,for it's songs structure, as well as Luther vandross for his story telling ways,and classic love serenades and Will Downing for his jazz tinged vocals style
Favorite spot?
favorite city would have to be New York, it never sleeps!
Equipment used:
yamaha motif 6/ roland 2480/ JBL lsr6312sp studio monitors and AKG c414 B-XL ll studio mikes
Anything else...?
The beautiful thing about music is that there is room for everyone. I am constantly impressed with the courage and passion of my friends who are musicians and artists. It is hard to take the path less traveled but the rewards are well worth the journey....Check out the
Jazz web site@www.soundclick.com/tona2222
Jazz web site@www.soundclick.com/tona2222