As
a young child growing up in Detroit, Michigan, Wade O. Brown sang
in church, as most children do. Although his family and friends
could see the natural talent that Wade possessed, he was just a
kid having fun.
As
a self-taught keyboard player, Wade joined the church's gospel
band. They traveled back and forth to Toronto for gospel shows
and conventions. He made friends with musicians in the GTA and
with their guidance, began learning his way around a recording
studio and familiarizing himself with the music business. At the
tender age of 19, Wade decided to relocate to Toronto, on his
own. In addition to his love for Toronto, he discovered a true
love for music and a base of friends who would help nurture his
talent. By 23 years old, Wade was playing keyboards and singing
back up vocals for a local reggae band. He observed the art of
stage performing and knew it was an art that he wanted to master.
Wade was now ready to embrace the talent he was blessed with and
began his quest for a solo career. There was no turning back.
Wade's voice had developed into something wonderful and it was
time to share it with the world.
At
25, Wade would get his first big break as a young and passionate
musician. A new, American style restaurant was opening up in the
downtown Toronto area and Wade took this opportunity to put his
own band together and take the stage as a lead vocalist. Night
after night, Wade O. Brown wowed his audience and kept the crowd
coming back for more. Although the restaurant eventually closed
its doors forever, Wade O. Brown's career was in full bloom. Now
known for his outstanding stage presence, Wade commanded attention
at every venue he performed at.
This
rising star has gone on to build a list of credits that include
a guest appearance on the hit HBO TV show Soul Food, and performing
for none other than the Queen of Soul herself, Aretha Franklin
at her special birthday event. In addition, Wade has co-starred
in several theatrical productions throughout the Country and has
been a key performer on the Bump & Hustle live music event
in Toronto. It was evident that Toronto's music industry embraced
Wade O. Brown's talents. He has been featured on several tracks
from local artists, such as: Kardinal Official, Maestro, and Choclair
to name a few. He has also performed live on MuchMusic and other
networks across Canada.
Wade
O. Brown is on his way to being a true modern soul man. He makes
R&B music that comes from the heart with his back to basics,
bona fide Motown-style music for the soul. He has built a steady
fan base that appreciates his universally enlightening sound.
As
an adult Wade moved to Toronto in Canada, a city he frequently
visited during his childhood. Here he felt comfortable and met
the right people who support him in what he's doing. It's here
where he got the opportunity to record his album entitled "Complete".
While he was writing the credits for the album Wade thought of
calling it "Complete". He did so because a lot of the
time it was him writing, recording and producing this album in
the studio-late at night. Also the unique opportunity in the studio
to put every emotion and heartbeat he felt into this album and
the fact that this is his first project are tied up in the title
"Complete".