Joe is an iconic R’n’B musician, responsible for some of the greatest love songs from the 1990s and 2000s. His unique blend of old school vibes with contemporary production ensures some timeless love songs from Joe.
This new album captures all the energy of an exciting live performance with Joe performing many of his classic hits as well as exciting covers ranging from soulful ballads to upbeat bop numbers – something for everyone is sure to find something they like here!
Discography
Joe (born Joseph Lewis Thomas in Cuthbert, Georgia in 1973) has always been one of the genre’s more deft players, known for effortlessly shifting between yearning vulnerability and seductive swagger. His first big break came with the release of Everything album in 1992 which produced hits “All the Things (Your Man Won’t Do)” and “Don’t Wanna Be a Player”.
New Man was released ten years later on his own Kedar Records label and produced by Bryan-Michael Cox, Tim & Bob and Cool & Dre. It quickly rose up the charts to reach number eight on Billboard 200 chart and become his best seller album.
Joe made a breakthrough into mainstream pop music with Mariah Carey on “Thank God I Found You” from her Rainbow album in 1999, before using gospel and soul music influences to soften some of R&B’s harder edges such as hip-hop elements.
Joe released his tenth studio album, Doubleback: Evolution of R&B, in July 2013 as his inaugural release with Massenburg Media after parting ways with Kedar Entertainment. This record produced top ten singles “Love & Lust” and “Miranda”, as well as featuring Too Short in its title track.
Joe Thomas released his 12th proper album, #MYNAMEISJoeThomas in 2016, which showcased a more mature and assured approach to singing and writing. Additionally, he’s currently working on a live album set to come out sometime later this year featuring new material alongside his greatest hits. Fans will have an excellent opportunity to witness why this legendary performer is widely considered one of the finest singers of his era and one that will continue to inspire generations to come. A true icon in the industry, his success will continue for years and years to come. Joe’s blend of old school R&B and modern pop makes for an unforgettable listening experience that all fans should take pleasure in. His forthcoming live album will prove immensely entertaining to all those familiar with his genre; fans will also get to witness how this legendary singer pushes boundaries with his distinctive vocal range and sound.
Live Album
R&B icon Joe has released a live album that will surely impress his fans. Recorded over three nights before sold-out audiences, the album showcases Joe’s signature sound and power while featuring fan favorites as well as songs written specifically for release – think soulful ballads mixed in with upbeat dance hits!
Joe was raised by two preachers in Cuthbert, Georgia and found inspiration in gospel performers like The Winans and Commissioned as well as classic R&B artists like Stevie Wonder and Marvin Gaye. Joe would incorporate elements from his gospel upbringing into his music as an adult. After graduating high school, Joe moved to New Jersey in search of a music industry career. Working various temporary jobs before producing a demo tape that caught the attention of talent managers. Joe signed with Polygram/Mercury Records and released his debut album Everything in 1993; the record received moderate acclaim but failed to produce any hit singles. Following his initial success with Polygram/Mercury Records, Joe began writing songs and producing records for other artists. “All the Things (Your Man Won’t Do)” first gained prominence as part of the soundtrack for Booty Call movie and quickly became a hit in 1996. Joe signed with Jive Records shortly thereafter and released All That I Am album that year; this marked his commercial breakthrough, reaching number 13 on US Billboard 200 chart and number four on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart respectively.
And Then… was released in 2003 as Joe’s follow up album to All That I Am. Featuring notable guests such as Carvin & Ivan, Dre & Vidal and Bryan-Michael Cox as guest artists for this record, including R. Kelly penned single “More and More”, it reached top 20 R&B hit status within months while its G-Unit counterpart “Ride Wit U” became one of Australia’s Top 40 hits by July 2004.
There’s no denying Joe is one of the greatest R&B singers of all time. His distinct sound fuses old-school vibes with contemporary production techniques, and his powerful voice can reach even into your innermost parts.
Tours
Joe Thomas has made his comeback after an extended absence with a brand new album and tour, delighting his loyal fan base and inspiring them with live performances. Fans can purchase tickets to Joe Thomas shows online or by phone; Vivid Seats was awarded Newsweek’s Best Ticketing Company three consecutive times!
Joe Thomas has made his mark on the music industry with hit singles such as “All the Things (Your Man Won’t Do)” and “I Wanna Know”, solidifying himself as an iconic figure within it. Touring across the US and delighting audiences globally with velvety vocals that top chart-topping classics have garnered him critical acclaim as well as a large fan following; Joe will bring his signature style back onto stage for another incredible performance in 2024.
Georgia R&B maestro Georgia R&B artist Marcus Davis has created an inimitable blend of hip-hop beats and gospel roots in his music that stands the test of time. Nominated seven times for Grammy Awards and receiving multiple BET Award nods as well as an NAACP Image Award nomination, Davis has become an indefatigable artist who continues to dazzle audiences worldwide.
Joe recruited an impressive roster of guest artists for his fifth studio album, And Then… Published late 2003, its lead single was R. Kelly-penned track “More and More,” which reached number 20 on US R&B charts, while double A-side featuring G-Unit’s “Ride Wit U” made Australia’s Top 40 in July 2004.
Tim & Bob, Cool & Dre, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis and the Underdogs all made guest appearances on this album; its single, “Let’s Stay Home Tonight”, reached the number one position of Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart while its album became a top seller across the US.
Joe has continued touring and making appearances at major festivals since 2015. He has collaborated with artists like Tamia and Monica; 112, Bobby V and J Holiday among other R&B singers have performed alongside Joe on stage. Together they will embark on a national tour this winter with Tamia performing across major US cities.
Awards
Joe Simon, an R&B artist whose voice was sampled in OutKast’s “So Fresh, So Clean” and who sold millions of records worldwide, passed away Monday (December 13) near Chicago at 85 years old.
Joe Simon was an iconic musician renowned for creating sensual yet relaxed productions, distinguished by his sultry vocals combined with gospel roots – an approach which resonated deeply with audiences while also inspiring artists such as Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye and Bobby Brown.
Simon began singing in his father’s church as a child, but didn’t pursue music full time until his family relocated to Richmond, California in the late 50s. There he joined the Golden West Gospel Singers (later to be known as Golden Tones) who gained three number one hits between 1969 and 1972 on US Billboard R&B charts.
Joe Simon joined Garrie Richbourg’s Sound Stage 7 label in 1966, joining Roscoe Shelton, Sam Baker, Sir Lattimore Brown and Jimmy Church as other acts on its roster. Soon thereafter he established himself as their star act with “Teenager’s Prayer”, an R&B remake by Nashville singer Cliff Parman from a decade-old vocal group ballad originally recorded by Chicago group Moroccos as “What Is A Teenager’s Prayer.” It became a Top 20 R&B hit.
After their initial success with “When You’re Near,” other SS7 successes soon followed, including gospel-laced raveup “When You’re Near” and the country/soul synthesis of Harlan Howard’s regretful “The Chokin’ Kind,” which Simon transformed into a number one R&B hit in early 1969. Additionally, Simon recorded Dan Penn & Spooner Oldham’s spine-chilling “Let’s Do It Over” at Rick Hall’s FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals with Bergen White providing punchy horn lines while Scotty Moore provided engineering.
Joe released his eleventh studio album, Bridges, in 2003 and it reached number 26 on the US Billboard 200 chart. This album included collaborations with Carvin & Ivan, Dre & Vidal and R. Kelly among others, while its single “More & More” made number 26 on both US and Australian Billboard Hot 100 charts.