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Jeffrey Osborne began his professional singing career in 1969 with a popular funk and soul group called Love Men Ltd. The band moved to Los Angeles in 1970 and changed its name to L.T.D. Osborne was originally brought on as the drummer and eventually became the lead vocalist. After more than ten years with the band, he decided to pursue a solo career, which produced such Top 40 hits as “Don’t You Get So Mad,” “Stay With Me Tonight,” and “Love Power,” which he performed with Dionne Warwick.
Born in Providence, RI, Jeffrey Osborne was the youngest of 12 children and was constantly bombarded with music as he was growing up. He had five brothers and six sisters, some of whom went on to have music careers. His father, Clarence “Legs” Osborne, was a popular trumpeter who played with Lionel Hampton, Count Basie, and Duke Ellington, and died when Jeffrey was only 13. His mother, Wanita, is ancestored by a Pequot Indian sachem. His oldest brother, Clay Osborne, is a singer and pianist, and Billy, another brother, is a songwriter and producer in Los Angeles. But Osborne’s father had the greatest influence on his musical career; Clarence “Legs” Osborne turned down many top band offers during his career to be with his family. It was only after receiving his mother’s encouragement that Jeffrey left for Los Angeles to play with L.T.D. At the age of 15, he sat in with the O’Jays when the drummer was too tired to play, and went on to play with them for two weeks. It was at a Providence nightclub that fate brought him together with the band Love Men Ltd. in 1969.
Born in Providence, RI, Jeffrey Osborne was the youngest of 12 children and was constantly bombarded with music as he was growing up. He had five brothers and six sisters, some of whom went on to have music careers. His father, Clarence “Legs” Osborne, was a popular trumpeter who played with Lionel Hampton, Count Basie, and Duke Ellington, and died when Jeffrey was only 13. His mother, Wanita, is ancestored by a Pequot Indian sachem. His oldest brother, Clay Osborne, is a singer and pianist, and Billy, another brother, is a songwriter and producer in Los Angeles. But Osborne’s father had the greatest influence on his musical career; Clarence “Legs” Osborne turned down many top band offers during his career to be with his family. It was only after receiving his mother’s encouragement that Jeffrey left for Los Angeles to play with L.T.D. At the age of 15, he sat in with the O’Jays when the drummer was too tired to play, and went on to play with them for two weeks. It was at a Providence nightclub that fate brought him together with the band Love Men Ltd. in 1969.
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madmanmars wrote:
big bad jeffrey, you guys made the 80s for what it is, real heavy heavy vibes, maybe I love you all the same no clear winners between , jef, james, peopbo, teddy, and luther
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PhilGoulden wrote:
his voice is Awesome! Amazing singer, one of the best ever! [2]
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Marimd wrote:
On The Wings Of Love is amazing
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joedelgado1 wrote:
Jeffrey Osborne is an awesome vocalist, musician and talented man. I last saw him at the Warfield Theater in San Francisco CA, that was a truly memorable night, I night I will treasure. He made it such a special night for me and my loved one. See him if you get the chance: : )
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Vote up please http://www.lastfm.fr/music/Jeffrey+Osborne/+images/60799441 Thx!
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JNez wrote:
damn this is pathetic...jeffrey osborne hasn't gotten his just due...he is definitely one of my favorite male artists ever. i love his strong, emotive voice...got to see him in concert in vegas back in 2006 and will never forget it...dude still has it.
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jaydee8694 wrote:
Hey! Jeffrey Osborne is the voice that help all the men say what they really mean. i saw him last at the paramount theather in oakland california.
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jayboogie77 wrote:
jeffrey is from my hood lol..he was a cool dude.
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BeautySecret24 wrote:
Had my photo taken with Jeffrey a few years ago. He can sing Love Ballad to me all day long. One of the true greats.
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nivlek47 wrote:
Jeffrey is the king...my fave out of his rivals, Teddy, James, Luther, Lenny etc
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prince_4good wrote:
good singer
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jriron wrote:
his voice is Awesome! Amazing singer, one of the best ever!
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discotequedude wrote:
Jeffrey is one of favourite male singers! It is in my Top 5 favourite male singers. He has a emotive, thrilling voice! He also has gotten to sing many very good songs that showcase is voice.
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lizblack88 wrote:
A voice beyond compare. Ageless, smooth as velvet.
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chbrasse wrote:
One of my favorites !! Great music and sound !! Please listen to the track "Moonlight Dream" or "Take me to the top" at http://www.lastfm.fr/music/Chris+Brass Greetings from Paris
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kecho21 wrote:
Great job, thanks for all the hard work you did in giving us all these to ht on. Please drop on by when your back You have greeat taste in music, Best medicine helps heal hurt,pain, lost love and love. Hurgs to you thanks again;)
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melis98213 wrote:
His voice is beautiful. Its like its from some fairyland
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Chefdad wrote:
By far the most underated soul singer ever.His voice is magic and he puts on one hell of a show. We love jeffrey
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Mereillejames wrote:
Probably one of the best male vocalists imo, his voice is so distinct. I love it.
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LarkCGN wrote:
His Greatest Love Affair gives me goosebumps!
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