Robby Blackwell (born September 21, 1986, in Dallas, Texas) is an American singer-songwriter, producer, and instrumentalist. He released his first single, "Killer" in 2011,[1] and co-founded the R&B/hip hop ensemble REDi in 2012.[2]
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| Background information | |
| Born | September 21, 1986 Dallas, Texas, United States |
| Genres | R&B |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter, musician, producer |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Website | RobbyBlackwell.com |
Biography edit
Early life edit
Robby Blackwell was born on September 21, 1985, and grew up in Dallas, Texas. The son of two teachers, he became involved with music at a young age – enrolling in choir, tap dance, hip hop, music production, piano and other instrument lessons.[1] He credits Pink Floyd, Prince, Kanye West, Michael Jackson, and Usher as among his musical influences.[3] He moved to Los Angeles after graduation to intern at Jive Records.[4]
Career edit
Blackwell's single "Killer" was released in June 2011.[1] Currently, he is working on an as-yet untitled EP.[3] Previously he worked for Sony,[3] going on to work with and perform with producer and guitarist Jon Redwine.[5] In 2012 he joined Redwine, Rob. A!, and Aundrus Poole in co-founding REDi, an urban pop ensemble[2] which has performed at South by Southwest in Austin, Texas and released one album.[6]
Discography edit
Singles edit
- 2011: "Killer"[1] produced by Jon Redwine
- 2011: "Centerfold" produced by Jon Redwine
- 2011: "Balmain Bombshell" produced by Jon Redwine
- 2012: "Light the Club" with REDi[7] produced by Jon Redwine
Albums edit
- 2012: Red Pill with REDi
References edit
- ^ a b c d "Robby Blackwell: Artist on the Rise". Cliche Magazine. June 15, 2011. Archived from the original on March 15, 2012. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
- ^ a b Jerry Rodrigo (March 29, 2012). "KORG's SXSW Showcase " Fkn' Famous". Fkn-famous.com. Retrieved May 6, 2012.
- ^ a b c "On the Come Up: Robby Blackwell Interview". The Melonheads. August 2, 2011. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
- ^ "Robby Blackwell: Personal Profile". Facebook. Retrieved January 12, 2013.
- ^ Milner, Iman. "Jon Redwine & Robby Blackwell". Edge Magazine. Retrieved May 6, 2012.
- ^ Featured Events " (March 14, 2012). "SXSW Week featuring FUSE/FREQUENCY – KORG Showcase & Musicians Clinic " FUSICOLOGY – Events, News, Music & Media". Fusicology.com. Retrieved May 6, 2012.
- ^ Sean (May 9, 2012). "Video: REDi "Light the Club"". The Blueprint Magazine. Retrieved February 12, 2013.
Further reading edit
- Edge Magazine: Jon Redwine & Robby Blackwell Interview
- Fkn' Famous: KORG SWSW Showcase Interview (March 2012)
External links edit
- Official website
- Robby Blackwell on Facebook
- Robby Blackwell on Twitter
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