Leroy Burgess

Leroy Burgess
Photo Shoot 2007 in Teaneck, NJ
Photo Shoot 2007 in Teaneck, NJ
Background information
Birth nameLeroy O'Neil Jackson Jr.
Born (1953-08-20) August 20, 1953 (age 71)
New York, New York, United States
OriginHarlem, New York City
GenresR&B, disco, funk, soul, boogie
Occupation(s)Composer, Lyricist, Record Producer, Vocalist, Arranger, Conductor, Keyboardist
Instrument(s)Piano, keyboards
Years active1968–present
LabelsMultiple

Leroy O'Neil Jackson Jr. (born August 20, 1953), known by his stage name Leroy Burgess, is an American singer, songwriter, keyboard player, recording artist, arranger and record producer.

Burgess is a member of Black Ivory and lead vocalist on the majority of their hits in the early 1970s, he made his debut with the group at the age of 16.[1]

  1. ^ Probert, Chris (January 15, 1998). "Battle of the Bands: Round One". The Globe and Mail. Canada. p. THE ARTS: MUSIC; New Recordings BLUES; Pg. D5.