Gregory Porter
Jazz singer-songwriter and performer
Born
November 4th, 1971
54 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Born in 1971, a celebrated jazz singer-songwriter and actor, recognized for a rich baritone voice and heartfelt lyrics. Gained prominence with the release of the album 'Liquid Spirit' in 2013, which won a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Vocal Album. Received critical acclaim for performances at notable music festivals and venues worldwide. Also contributed to various soundtracks and musical projects, expanding reach beyond traditional jazz audiences.
Released Grammy Award-winning album 'Liquid Spirit'
Performed at prestigious festivals such as the Montreux Jazz Festival
Collaborated with artists like Kamasi Washington and Erykah Badu
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