Emerson Hart
Singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born
July 21st, 1969
55 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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American singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer gained recognition as the lead vocalist of the rock band Tonic. The band achieved commercial success in the late 1990s with hits like "If You Could Only See" and "Leap of Faith". Tonic's debut album, 'Lemon Parade', was certified multi-platinum and received critical acclaim. Additionally, Hart pursued a solo career, producing music that showcased his songwriting skills. He released solo albums, including 'Cigarettes and Gasoline' and 'Beauty in Disrepair', which further demonstrated his artistic range.
Lead vocalist of Tonic
Hit single 'If You Could Only See'
Solo album 'Cigarettes and Gasoline'
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