Tony Momrelle facts for kids
Tony Momrelle (born Anthony Momrelle on 28 April 1973) is a talented British singer. He is well-known for his amazing voice in both R&B and jazz music. Tony is also one of the main singers for the popular band Incognito.
Before joining Incognito, Tony was already making his own music. He released two albums as a solo artist. He also sang in a gospel music group called Seven. Tony even toured with a band called D'Sound. His great performances on tour caught the eye of Bluey Maunick, the leader of Incognito. Bluey was so impressed that he asked Tony to become a singer for his band.
Tony officially joined Incognito in 2006. He sang on their album called Bees + Things + Flowers. He was a main vocalist on many songs.
In 2015, Tony released his own album titled 'Keep Pushing'. A special 'Deluxe Edition' of this album came out in 2016.
In November 2017, Tony performed at a big event. It was the opening gala for the 25th EFG London Jazz Festival. He sang alongside famous artists like Seal, Angelique Kidjo, and Mica Paris. They performed with Guy Barker's Orchestra.
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Tony Momrelle's Music Journey
Tony Momrelle has had a busy and exciting career in music. He has worked with many different artists and bands. His journey shows how much he loves to sing and perform.
Early Career and Solo Work
Tony started his music career singing gospel music. He was part of a group called Seven. This helped him develop his powerful voice. Later, he began to release his own songs as a solo artist. He put out two albums under his own name. These early works showed his unique style.
Joining Incognito
Incognito is a famous acid-jazz band. They mix jazz, funk, and soul music. Tony's strong voice was a perfect fit for their sound. He became a lead singer for the band. His first album with them was Bees + Things + Flowers in 2006. He has been a key part of Incognito ever since.
Solo Success and Collaborations
Even while singing with Incognito, Tony continued his solo work. His album 'Keep Pushing' was very popular. It showed his talent as a solo artist. Tony has also sung background vocals for other big names. For example, he worked with the legendary band Sade on their albums Lovers Live (2002) and Soldier of Love (2010). He also sang on songs for Reel People.
Tony Momrelle continues to share his amazing voice with fans around the world. He performs with Incognito and works on his own music.
