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Anthony Hamilton (born January 28, 1976) is an American R&B, and Soul singer-songwriter, and record producer who rose to fame with his platinum-selling second studio album Comin' from Where I'm From (2003), which featured the singles "Comin' from Where I'm From" and "Charlene."

[edit] Life and career

Hamilton was born in Charlotte, North Carolina.^[1] He first discovered his talent while singing in his church's choir at age ten. He also attended South Mecklenburg High School and sang with their award winning choir under the direction of Mark Setzer. In 1993, he left Charlotte and headed to New York City, where he signed with Andre Harrell's Uptown Records. In 2000, he joined soul singer D'Angelo's international tour in promotion of the Voodoo album, on which he sang backup. He was first introduced to mainstream audiences with his singing of the chorus on Nappy Roots' 2002 "Po' Folks," which earned a Grammy Award nomination for "Best Rap/Sung Collaboration" in 2003. He is also featured on Jadakiss' 2004 hit; "Why" (which was also nominated for "Best Rap/Sung Collaboration", in 2005) and two of 2Pac's remixed songs. Hamilton also contributed to 2002's "Thugz Mansion" (7 Remix) and 2006's "Dear Mama" (Frank Nitty Remix). Anthony Hamilton's first compilation album; "Soulife", is composed of songs recorded during the early part of his career. These previous works were released in June 2005. "Ain't Nobody Worryin'", his gold-selling third studio album, was released on December 13, 2005.

Hamilton is featured on a track from The RH Factor's 2003 album Hard Groove called "Kwah/Home". He also appeared on Angie Stones "Stay For A While" in 2004. He also makes a guest appearance on blues singer-guitarist Buddy Guy's 2005 album Bring 'Em In, contributing vocals to a cover of Bob Dylan's 1969 "Lay Lady Lay," which also features Robert Randolph.

At the 2006 BET Awards, Hamilton won the BET J "Cool Like That" Award.

Hamilton was a musical guest on hit show; The Dave Chappelle show in episode 6, Season 2. He also made a guest appearance on the UPN hit show "All of Us" in Season 2.

Hamilton makes a cameo in the film, American Gangster as a soul singer, to which he also contributes music to the film's soundtrack.

During the 2008 BET Awards, Hamilton covered/performed Al Green's "Tired of Being Alone" during a tribute to Green's career.

It was announced of August 2 that Hamilton and his wife Tarsha are expecting twins this Fall. ^[2]

[edit] Discography

[edit] Albums

• 1996: XTC
• 2003: Comin' from Where I'm From
• 2005: Soulife
• 2005: Ain't Nobody Worryin'
• 2007: Southern Comfort
• 2008: The Point of It All ^[3]

[edit] Singles

[edit] Featured singles

[edit] Other contributions

[edit] Awards and nominations

• BET Awards
  • 2006, BET J Cool Like Dat Award (Winner)
  • 2006, Best Male R&B Artist (Nominated)
  • 2005, Best Male R&B Artist (Nominated)
  • 2005, Best Collaboration: (Nominated)
  • 2004, Best Male R&B Artist (Nominated)
  • 2004, Best New Artist (Nominated)

• Critics Choice Awards
  • 2008, Best Song: "Do You Feel Me" (Nominated)

• Grammy Awards
  • 2010, Best Male R&B Vocal Performance: "The Point Of It All" (Nominated)
  • 2010, Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance: "Soul Music" (Nominated)
  • 2010, Best R&B Album: "The Point Of It All" (Nominated)
  • 2009, Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance: "You've Got The Love I Need" with Al Green (Winner)
• Image Awards
  • 2005, Outstanding Song: "Charlene" (Nominated)
  • 2005, Outstanding Male Artist: "Charlene" (Nominated)
  • 2004, Outstanding New Artist: "Comin' From Where I'm From" (Nominated)

• MOBO Awards
  • 2006, Best Reggae (Nominated)

• Soul Train Awards
  • 2006, Favorite Male R&B/Soul Album: Soulife (Nominated)
  • 2005, Favorite Male R&B/Soul Single: "Charlene" (Nominated)
  • 2004, Favorite Male R&B/Soul Single: "Comin' From Where I'm From" (Nominated)
  • 2004, Favorite Male R&B/Soul Album: Comin' From Where I'm From (Nominated)

• Vibe Music Awards
  • 2004, Best Collaboration (Winner)
  • 2004, Vibe Next Award (Winner)
  • 2004, R&B Song of the Year: "Charlene" (Nominated)

[edit] References

[edit] External links

• Official website
• Biography & booking information
• Anthony Hamilton at Allmusic
• Anthony Hamilton at the Internet Movie Database
• Anthony Hamilton Jet Mag Interview