Freddie Jackson | |
|---|---|
 Jackson interviewed by Sister Circle TV in 2019 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Frederick Anthony Jackson |
| Born | October 2, 1956[1][2] Manhattan, New York City, U.S.[1][2] |
| Genres | |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Instruments | |
| Years active | 1979–present |
| Labels | |
| Website | freddiejackson |
Frederick Anthony Jackson (born October 2, 1956)[1][2] is an American singer.[3] Originally from New York, Jackson began his professional music career in the late 1970s with the California funk band Mystic Merlin. Among his well–known R&B/soul hits are "Rock Me Tonight (For Old Times Sake)" (1985), "Have You Ever Loved Somebody" (1986), "Jam Tonight" (1986), "Do Me Again" (1990), and "You Are My Lady" (1985).[4] He contributed to the soundtrack for the 1989 film, All Dogs Go to Heaven with the Michael Lloyd-produced duet "Love Survives" alongside Irene Cara. He also appeared in the movie King of New York.
- ^ a b c Warner, Jay (November 5, 2004). On this Day in Music History. Hal Leonard Corporation. p. 277. ISBN 9780634066931 – via Google Books.
- ^ a b c Bogdanov, Vladimir (November 5, 2003). All Music Guide to Soul: The Definitive Guide to R&B and Soul. Hal Leonard Corporation. p. 349. ISBN 9780879307448 – via Google Books.
- ^ Walker, James (July 7, 2010). This Business of Urban Music: A Practical Guide to Achieving Success in the Industry, from Gospel to Funk to R &B to Hip-Hop. Potter/Ten Speed/Harmony/Rodale. ISBN 9780307874979 – via Google Books.
- ^ C. Roberts, Kimberly. "New location and Philly flavor make Freddie Jackson 'Feel Brand New'". The Philadelphia Tribune. Retrieved September 10, 2019.