B Natural
What's good? This is B'Natural. The new voice in "Urban R&B Soul". Feel free to browse my soundclick, and hit me up if you got any questions or comments.
Tell me about your history? How did you get where you are now?
Meet the “new voice in Urban R&B Soul”. B’Natural, born as Bernard Melton Jr. out of New Orleans, LA, is taking the R&B industry by storm. The singer, songwriter, and producer started singing in a local church at a very young age, and often wrote R&B love ballads in his early youth. His determination and passion for music has allowed him to develop into a rising star. In 1999, B’Natural graduated from Southeastern Louisiana University where he received a minor in music. He then moved to Orlando, FL where he was introduced to Fred Lofton a.k.a. “Klutch” of Millinium 2K Records. B’Natural was then signed to the independent label. After working with the great talent at Millinium 2K, B’Natural created his own record label where his musical talents continue to blossom. B’Natural has performed at various showcases which include: Teen Summit events for Orange County TV at the Citrus Bowl Stadium and the Orlando Expo Centre. B’ Natural has opened for Mr. Cheeks at the Wet -N-Wild water park. B’Natural worked with The Movement of Central Florida in 2004 to help educate young voters on the importance of voting in the 2004 election. B’Natural went on a five city tour with The Movement and Rock the Vote, and opened for artists Tom-G, Fiend, Luc Duc of Iconz, and Thoro (Ricky Watters formerly of the San Francisco 49’ers). B’Natural had the opportunity to showcase at Hot Import Nights Miami which is one of the biggest car shows in the country. B’Natural is featured on a 2005 mixtape release entitled “Kelly’s Hero’s” produced by DJ Slique & Machine Gun Kelly out of Orlando. B’Natural’s 2005 self-produced promotional CD release features the singles “Cruzin” and “Baby Just Smile.” When asked what inspired him to write these singles, B’Natural responded “Well, It’s all about the ladies. These singles gives the ladies something to wind down to in their most private intimate moments.” B’Natural is currently working on his debut album which is slated to hit the streets in 2006. B’Natural, with his smooth soulful voice, has influences like Luther Vandross, Al Green, R. Kelly, Brian McKnight, and Usher. He will definitely continue to set trends in the music industry in 2005 and beyond.
Have you performed live in front of an audience? Any special memories?
I have performed live at various shows/showcases around the state of Florida. This is my dream, and I'm living it. A special moment was when I was on the Movement and Rock The Vote Tour and I performed in Gainesville. At the end of my set the host came back up and said let's give it up again for B'Natural and the crowd went wild. It makes me feel good when I see the reaction I get to my music.
Your musical influences
R. Kelly, Luther Vandross, Brian McKnight, and Usher
