Marlon Roudette | |
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 Roudette in 2012 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Marlon Roudette |
| Born | 5 January 1982 London, England |
| Origin | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines |
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| Instrument(s) | Steel drum, percussion, keyboards, guitar |
| Years active | 2005–present |
| Labels | Universal Music |
| Website | marlonroudette |
Marlon Roudette (born 5 January 1982) is an English singer, songwriter, and record producer. He is the former front man for the duo Mattafix who had their first number 1, "Big City Life", in 2006. After the group split, Roudette embarked on a solo career with two number one singles in Europe, "New Age" and "When the Beat Drops Out"; the latter made it to number 7 on the UK Singles Chart and is certified platinum. In recent years, he is also known for his co-writing work for artists, including Sinéad Harnett and his half-sister, Mabel. He co-wrote Mabel's hit singles "Finders Keepers" and "Fine Line", as well as the Not3s single "My Lover" and Jax Jones' hit "Ring Ring". He has also co-written tracks featuring Wiley, Tory Lanez, Kranium, Bad Gyal and Busy Signal.