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Shel Riser, better known as Sonnyboy, was bornin Monroe, Louisiana. He
began his musical career in the Baptist churches of Milwaukee, WI. And
it was there he learned to play multiple instruments in a more
traditional Gospel/R&B style.
Inspired by his Uncle, ' Blues singe Sonny Green', a well known musician from Louisiana, Sonnyboybegan to explore the music of the blues tradition.
It took moving to Minneapolis, MN with only his guitar and the clothes on his back for Sonnyboy to throw himself fully into exploring the forbidden 'devil
music' of Funk, Reggae, Rock and Hip Hop, prevalent in 'Paisley' music
scene. After a few months busking the streets of downtown Minneapolis, Sonnyboy quickly earned a reputation as an exceptional musician which paved the way for his acceptance into the Minneapolis music scene. He began working with artists under the Paisley Park label,The Parliament Funkadelic Family, as well Mary Harris of Spearhead and countless other Artists. Sonnyboy has shared the stage with The Black Crows, The Skatalights and performed at venues as prestigious as the world fames Paisley Park Studios.
Sonnyboy soon immersed himself in a full Hip Hop Hippie and blues music lifestyle which put him on a fast and at times dangerous track. Cheating death in a near fatal car crash he found himself back on the streets where he started.
Rededicating himself to his music, Sonnyboy began to focus his energy and creativityon song writing, composing and the production of his own music. Having released 5 albums under his own label, co-producing his own music
videos, and starting his own record label Art Form Entertainment has
gained him the reputation of being a workaholic. He eventually developed
his own unique sound and formed the 4-piece band 'Sonnyboy'.
Thepinnacle of his Minneapolis success was being named in Rolling Stone
Magazine, as one of the best unsigned bands in Minneapolis. With this
endorsement, Sonnyboy moved the band to New York in hopes of finding an
environment of greater potential for musical growth. The choice proved
to be a wise one as his perseverance, talent and NY exposure earned
him an appearance on BET`s J list, TV ones Get the Hook Up and
countless performances throughout the US and Europe.
Sonnyboy is a multi-talented artist who has brought forth a unique and creative sound that has been compared to the likes of Sly & the Family Stone, Jimi Hendrix , James Brown and even Jameraqui,...
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I am also looking for bands to tour with in Amsterdam, Germany, London, France, as opening or head liner so let me know if you want to do some hits together?
Thanks for all the comments, Im glad your feeling the music and let me know were to come a play in your town?
Peace and Respect Shel/Sonnyboy
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Apr 10 2008 05:46 CET Kristen
Hey guys :). Just thought I'd stop by, since I haven't in a while! Hope you're well :).
Apr 02 2008 22:03 CET M. Harris
OMG!!!!
WOW!!!
Born to Die is a CLASSIC!!!!! GOT TO TALK TO YOU MORE!!!!
We share the same music vibe, lets link up!!
Holla back!!!!
M. Harris
www.myspace.com/urba ngroovz
Jan 07 2008 05:16 CET Believe in L.Y.R.I.CK.S.
Hey nice tracks. Show me some love at my site. Good luck on your music.
-L.Y.R.I.CK.S.
Jan 03 2008 21:31 CET Incognito Soul Division - investing in your talent and dream!
Check out www.myspace.com/keep thefaithclubnight
Also, this awesome group could be interested in touring with you, you never know your luck until you try!!
http://www.myspace.c om/sweatshopdk
Who may just be able to help you with getting a gig in London.
Good Luck!!
Jan 02 2008 23:43 CET MissY www.talentcast.nl
Hey :) Have a great 2008 and I hope to see you play live in Europe!
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Apr 10 2008 05:46 CET Kristen
Hey guys :). Just thought I'd stop by, since I haven't in a while! Hope you're well :).
Apr 02 2008 22:03 CET M. Harris
OMG!!!!
WOW!!!
Born to Die is a CLASSIC!!!!! GOT TO TALK TO YOU MORE!!!!
We share the same music vibe, lets link up!!
Holla back!!!!
M. Harris
www.myspace.com/urba ngroovz
Jan 07 2008 05:16 CET Believe in L.Y.R.I.CK.S.
Hey nice tracks. Show me some love at my site. Good luck on your music.
-L.Y.R.I.CK.S.
Jan 03 2008 21:31 CET Incognito Soul Division - investing in your talent and dream!
Check out www.myspace.com/keep thefaithclubnight
Also, this awesome group could be interested in touring with you, you never know your luck until you try!!
http://www.myspace.c om/sweatshopdk
Who may just be able to help you with getting a gig in London.
Good Luck!!
Jan 02 2008 23:43 CET MissY www.talentcast.nl
Hey :) Have a great 2008 and I hope to see you play live in Europe!
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