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Phil Perrys biography in spotlights |
| 1952 |
Phil Perry born 1st January 1952, Springfield, Illinois, U.S.A. |
| 1969 |
.: The Montclairs :. (named after a local brand of cigarettes):
The East St. Louis soul vocal group first recorded in 1969 and the following year they teamed up with Oliver Sain at his Archway studio. The groups members were Phil Perry, David Frye, George McLellan, Kevin Sanlin and Clifford 'Scotty' Williams.
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| 1970 |
Sainlin took the group to Paula Records in Shreveport, Louisiana. Here they had hits with 'Dreaming Out Of Season' ( R & B number 34) and 'Make Up For Lost Time' ( R & B number 46). Their last record for the label came in 1974 entitled 'Baby You Know (I'm Gonna Miss You)'. None of their singles ever even cracked the R&B Top 30, but such songs as "Prelude To A Heartbreak" and "Make Up For Lost Time" are still fondly remembered. |
| 1975 |
The Montclairs left Paula and disbanded |
| 1980 |
Phil Perry teamed with Richard Sanlin in a duo ".: Perry & Sanlin :." that had a short stay at Capitol Records. Their first single stalled at number 81 and the album fizzled. |
| the 80s |
Phil's establishing himself as a first call background vocalist and session singer in Los Angeles .: guestappearances in the 80s :.
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| the 90s |
Through the Nineties, Phil has remained busy as a session vocalist. He is regarded as having one of the finest current soul voices.
Phil's .: guestappearances in the 90s :. |
| 1991 |
When Capitol Records executives heard him sing at a Ritenour date at the Hollywood Bowl, they signed him again to the label for the acclaimed 1991 recording .: Heart of the Man :., which spawned the #1 R&B hit "Call Me," a cover of a classic Aretha Franklin tune.
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| 1994 |
Performances with Dave Koz, recording dates with Fourplay (on "Between the Sheets") and a vocal on GRP's The Benoit/Freeman Project increased Perry's popularity in smooth jazz circles and led to a deal with GRP. Phil's Solo Album ".: Pure Pleasure :." featuring the hit singles "If Only You Knew" and "Love Don't Love Nobody".
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| 1998 |
.: One Heart, One Love :. was Phil's debut recording for Peak Records - distributed through Private Music / Windham Hill
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| 2000 |
Releasing ".: My Book of Love :." on Peak/Private
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| 2001 |
Release of ".: Magic :." - here are some fan reviews:
This is a cd for a romantic evening with your significant other… Get this one, you won't be sorry…"Magic" gives his fans something to sink their teeth into... "IN THE MORNING" brings a tear to your eye… from smooth jazz, soul and latin weaves each track together like a fine tapestry...each selection brings listening pleasure the likes you've been searching for...Perry has found the perfect setting for showcasing his unique, passion-filled vocals. In a perfectly balanced program of irresistible smooth grooves and soulful ballads, Phil Perry's soaring vocals are indeed Magic.
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| 2002 |
Phil's touring the U.S. from spring to summer.
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| 2003 |
Phil's celebrating his 35th year in music business |
| 2004 |
Phil's first european concert after a break of almost a decade and touring with Lee Ritenour |
| 2005 |
DVD Release Don Grusin-The Hang with Phil Perry as a special guest.
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| 2006 |
CD Release of .: Classic Love Songs :. Phil Perry has one of the most distinguished voices in the industry. As always he continues to magic and brings a chill to the listeners' ears. This CD is a must have for any true music lovers. |
