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Anthony David (singer)

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Anthony David
David in 2023
David in 2023
Background information
Birth nameAnthony David Harrington
Born (1971-12-04) December 4, 1971 (age 52)
Savannah, Georgia, U.S.
Genres
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active2004–present
LabelsBrash, Universal, Purpose, E1
Websiteanthonydavidsound.com

Anthony David Harrington (born December 4, 1971) is an American R&B singer-songwriter. He is best known for his 2006 song "Words," a duet with contemporary R&B singer India.Arie.[3]

Biography

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Anthony David was born in Savannah, Georgia. The Gulf War veteran began writing music while serving as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne and took part in 28 combat missions before moving to Atlanta to pursue a career in music.[4] In Atlanta, he met R&B singer India.Arie, with whom he began collaborating.[5] David's first song written for Arie was entitled "Part of My Life" for Arie's 7x Grammy nominated album Acoustic Soul. David also toured with Arie in support of her album.[6]

In 2004, he released his first independent album Three Chords & The Truth.[citation needed] Then eventually in 2006, he released his second independent album The Red Clay Chronicles.[citation needed] After touring with Arie, David teamed up with her once again to co-write and produce "There's Hope" for Arie's third studio album.[3] His third release, 2008's Acey Duecy, is a combination of both R&B and soul music.[citation needed] The album, featured the single "Words," a duet with Arie.[7]

Anthony's fourth album, released on February 22, 2011, As Above So Below, was co-produced with Shannon Sanders and featured guest vocalists including Atlanta singer Algebra Blesset; rapper Phonte from Little Brother; and cousin Shawn Stockman of Boyz II Men.[8][9][10] The first single from the album, "4Evermore" featuring Blessett and Phonte became David's first top 20 R&B hit in the US charts where it has peaked at #18.[11] In 2018, he released Hello Like Before: The Songs of Bill Withers, which pays tribute to the late great Bill Withers. The album was produced by Eddie "Gypsy" Stokes.

Discography

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Year Album
2004 Three Chords & the Truth
2006 The Red Clay Chronicles
2008 Acey Duecy
2011 As Above So Below
2012 Love Out Loud
2016 The Powerful Now
2018 Hello Like Before: The Songs of Bill Withers
2023 Heaven: The Best of Anthony David

Singles

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  • "Something About You" (2006)
  • "Words" (2006) US R&B #53
  • "4Evermore" (2011) US R&B #18
  • "Let Me In" (2011)
  • "Can't Look Down" (2012)
  • "Sweet Pain" (2012)
  • "Beautiful Problems" (2016)
  • "Need You Now" – with Algebra Blessett (2023)

Awards and nominations

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  • Grammy Award
    • 2009, Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals: "Words" (Nominated)[12]
  • NAACP Image Award
    • 2009, Outstanding New Artist (Nominated)[13]
    • 2009, Outstanding Duo or Group/Collaboration (Nominated)[14]

References

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  1. ^ Kellman, Andy (n.d.). "Anthony David: Biography & History". AllMusic. Retrieved January 23, 2021.
  2. ^ Lindsey, Craig D. (February 25, 2013). "Bilal's New A Love Surreal Was Inspired by Salvador Dali". The Village Voice. Retrieved January 23, 2021.
  3. ^ a b Rolling Mojo: Official website of Anthony David
  4. ^ Gabel, Kurt (2015). The Making of a Paratrooper: Airborne Training and Combat in World War II. University Press of Kansas. doi:10.1353/book41982. ISBN 978-0-7006-2176-7.
  5. ^ "Home - Anthony David". 2020-07-24. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  6. ^ "Anthony David Dishes on Latest Album & Working with India Arie". Essence. 2020-10-28. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  7. ^ "Anthony David". SoulTracks - Soul Music Biographies, News and Reviews. 2007-05-05. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  8. ^ "Anthony David: Setting a precedent". Bluesandsoul.com. Retrieved December 8, 2012.
  9. ^ Muhammad, Latifah (November 14, 2007). "Anthony David: Georgia Pride". allhiphop.com. AllHipHop, Inc.
  10. ^ "Interview: Anthony David". soulculture.com. SoulCulture. January 31, 2007.
  11. ^ Bream, Jon; Tribune, Chris Riemenschneider Star (February 2023). "Things to do: Concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week". Star Tribune. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  12. ^ "Anthony David | Artist | GRAMMY.com". www.grammy.com. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  13. ^ Butta (2009-01-09). "Good News & New Goodness From Anthony David". SoulBounce. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
  14. ^ Butta (2009-01-09). "Good News & New Goodness From Anthony David". SoulBounce. Retrieved 2023-10-04.
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