Michael Bivins
Singer and producer, member of New Edition
Born
August 10th, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Michael Bivins is an American singer and music producer. As a founding member of the R&B group New Edition, contributed to the group's success with hits such as 'Candy Girl' and 'Cool It Now'. Bivins also formed the group Bell Biv DeVoe, which released the popular album 'Poison' in 1990, achieving significant chart success. In addition to his musical pursuits, Bivins has been involved in various production and management projects in the entertainment industry.
Co-founding New Edition
Releasing 'Poison' with Bell Biv DeVoe
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