Larry Blackmon
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Larry Blackmon | |
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Birth name | Laurence Ernest Blackmon |
Born | New York City, New York, United States | May 29, 1956
Genres | R&B, soul, funk, disco |
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Instrument(s) | Vocals, bass guitar, drums, percussion |
Years active | 1971–present |
Labels | Chocolate City, Atlanta Artists, Mercury, Reprise, Way 2 Funky, Raging Bull, Crash, Private I |
Larry Ernest Blackmon (born May 29, 1956) is an American vocalist and musician, known as the lead singer, founder and
.Musical career
Starting the band "East Coast", Blackmon formed the "New York City Players" as a complement to the Ohio Players. Having to rename the group because of a conflict, Blackmon later called the group Cameo. Blackmon lived in Harlem and played drums on several hits for the band Black Ivory. He is the son of Lee Black, a former boxer. Along with his unique vocal style, Blackmon's other personal touches included sporting an elaborate hi-top fade haircut and a codpiece over his pants. His signature "Ow!" was used as the intro for some of the band's songs. The group Cameo appeared at Adventureland Palace, sponsored by Black Pride Inc., on April 26, 1978. Blackmon founded Atlanta-based funk quartet CA$HFLOW, which had a hit with "Mine All Mine" in 1986.
Guest appearances
Blackmon appeared as a backing vocalist on
Personal life
One of Blackmon's sons is heavily involved in the New York political scene,[2] while another son is currently involved in the hip hop music industry.[citation needed]