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Dave Hollister
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| Birth name | David Le Chaine Hollister |
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| Born | August 17, 1968 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
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| Years active | 1991–present |
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David Le Chaine Hollister (born August 17, 1968) is an American singer from Chicago, Illinois. He became famous in the 1990s as a member of the R&B group Blackstreet. After his time with Blackstreet, Dave started a successful solo career. He is well-known for his 2000 album Chicago '85... The Movie, which was certified gold. This album featured popular songs like "One Woman Man" and "Take Care of Home." He also sang on some hit songs by the rapper 2Pac, including "Brenda's Got a Baby" and "Keep Ya Head Up." Dave Hollister was also part of a group called United Tenors.
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Dave Hollister's Musical Journey
Starting in Music
Dave Hollister was born in Chicago, Illinois. He began his music career in the early 1990s. His powerful voice quickly caught the attention of others in the music world. He started out singing R&B and soul music.
Joining Blackstreet
In the mid-1990s, Dave Hollister joined the popular R&B group Blackstreet. The group was known for its smooth harmonies and catchy songs. Blackstreet became very successful, releasing many hit singles. Their music helped define the sound of R&B in the 1990s. Dave's voice was an important part of the group's sound.
A Solo Career Takes Off
After his time with Blackstreet, Dave Hollister decided to pursue a solo career. He released his first solo album, Ghetto Hymns, in 1999. This album was a success and showed his unique style.
His most famous album, Chicago '85... The Movie, came out in 2000. This album was a big hit and earned a gold certification. It included popular songs like "One Woman Man" and "Take Care of Home." These songs helped establish him as a strong solo artist.
Later Music and Collaborations
Dave Hollister continued to release albums throughout the 2000s and 2010s. Some of his other albums include Things in the Game Done Changed (2002) and Real Talk (2003). He also explored gospel music, releasing albums like The Book of David: Vol.1 – The Transition (2006) and Witness Protection (2008). These albums showed his versatility as a singer.
He also collaborated with other artists. Besides his work with 2Pac, he was part of the group United Tenors. This group included other talented singers like Fred Hammond, Eric Roberson, and Brian Courtney Wilson. Their album United Tenors was released in 2013. Dave Hollister continues to make music and perform for his fans.
