Luke James (singer)
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Birth name | Luke James Boyd |
Also known as | WOLF |
Born | New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S. | June 13, 1984
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Years active | 2004–present |
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Formerly of | |
Website | officiallukejames |
Luke James Boyd (born June 13, 1984) is an American singer, songwriter and actor from
Further pursuing a career as a solo act, he signed with record producer
In his acting career, he starred as
Early life and career beginnings
Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, and raised by a single mother, James was influenced by an eclectic array of genres, particularly jazz and R&B.[14] James said his love for music started when he watched a contestant perform a cover version of Donny Hathaway's version of "A Song for You" on Showtime at the Apollo.[14] He said "I got chills. And I get that feeling all over again whenever I think about that performance. At the time, I'd never said I wanted to be a singer; I just knew I wanted to entertain. And I'd never heard of Donny. But when my mother found her copy of one of his records, I knew then that I wanted to reach people that way."[15]
As a child, James was inspired by several recording artists and musicians such as
2007–present: songwriting and breakthrough
After disbanding, James honed his skills as a songwriter, quickly hooked up with producer
In 2005, he appeared in
In 2016, James auditioned for the role of Singer Johnny Gill in the BET Biopic Miniseries The New Edition Story, after being considered by long time music associate Elijah Kelley. Both were cast in the biopic (with Kelley in the role of Ricky Bell).[28] From 2017 to 2019, James played Noah Brooks in the main cast of Lee Daniels' Musical Drama, Star on FOX. Later in 2019, he was cast in Will Packer's Little alongside Regina Hall and Issa Rae.
Discography
- Studio albums
- Luke James (2014)
- to feel love/d (2020)
- For No Reason (2020)
- Mixtapes
- #Luke (2011)
- Whispers in the Dark (2012)
- Singles
Title | Year | Peak chart positions | Album | ||
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US | US R&B | US Adult R&B Airplay | |||
"Make Love to Me" | 2012 | — | — | m | Luke James |
"I Want You" | — | 97 | 40 | Luke James / #Luke | |
"Oh God" (featuring Hit-Boy) |
2013 | — | — | — | Whispers in the Dark |
"Options" (featuring Rick Ross) |
2014 | — | 28 | 27 | Luke James |
"Drip" | 2017 | — | — | — | For No Reason |
"World To Me"
(produced by Tchami) |
— | — | — | Non-album single | |
"These Arms" | 2018 | — | — | — | For No Reason |
"Amor, My Love" (ft. G.No) | 2019 | — | — | — | Non-album single |
"Breathless" (with Jude Demorest) |
— | — | — | Star | |
"go girl" (featuring BJ The Chicago Kid and Ro James )
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— | 29 | — | to feel love/d | |
"all of your love' | — | — | — | ||
"blow' | — | — | — |
Filmography
Films
- Rift (as Freddy Davis) (2011)
- Black Nativity (as Jo Jo) (2013)
- Little (as Trevor) (2019)
- Christmas in Harmony (as Kyle Noah) (2021)
- Kirk Franklin's The Night Before Christmas (as Pastor Adam) (2022)
Television
- 2003 – Half & Half (as "Tyrese's background singer")
- 2016 – The New Edition Story (as "Johnny Gill")
- 2017 – Star (as "Noah Brooks")
- 2018 – Unsolved: The Murders of Tupac and the Notorious B.I.G. (as "Sean Combs")
- 2018 – The Bobby Brown Story (as "Johnny Gill")
- 2020–2023 – The Chi (as Trig)
- 2021 – Genius: Aretha (as Glynn Turman)
Videography
- "Soldier" (2004)
- "Dip it Low" (2004)
- "4 AM" (2011)
- "Run the World (Girls)" (2011)
- "I Want You" (2012)
- "Mo' Better Blues" (2013)
- "Make Love To Me" (2013)
- "Love Chile" (2013)
- "I.O.U." (2013)
- "Oh God" (2013)
- "Strawberry Vapors" (2013)
- "Superpower" (2013)
- "Options" (2014)
- "Dancing In The Dark" (2014)
- "Exit Wounds" (2014)
- "Drip" (2017)
- "Go Girl" (2019)
Tours
- BET Music Matters Tour (with Estelle), (2012)
- The Mrs. Carter Show World Tour (opening act), (2013–14)
- Sweet Talker Tour (opening act for Jessie J), (2014–15)
- to feel love/d tour, (2020)
Awards and nominations
Year | Awards | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
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2012 | Soul Train Music Awards | Best New Artist | — | Nominated | [30] |
2013 | Grammy Awards | Best R&B Performance | "I Want You" | Nominated | [31] |
2013 | Soul Train Music Awards | Centric Award | — | Won | [32] |
2015 | Grammy Awards | Best R&B Song | "Options" | Nominated | |
2020 | Grammy Awards | Best R&B Album | To Feel Love/d | Nominated | [33] |
References
- ^ Luke James Celebrates His Birthday.The Boom Box. Retrieved June 20, 2015
- ^ Luke James Reveals Album Cover For Upcoming Debut.Singers Room. Retrieved September 15, 2014
- ^ New Music Luke James Taps Asap Ferg. Revolt. Retrieved June 10, 2020
- ^ "Luke James, Ro James, and BJ The Chicago Kid dive into the '90s in "go girl" video". The FADER.
- ^ Ifeanyi, K. C. (2020-02-28). "How a 6-year hiatus led to R&B singer Luke James's creative emancipation". Fast Company. Retrieved 2020-11-18.
- ^ Luke James (Ft. BJ the Chicago Kid & Ro James) – Go Girl, retrieved 2020-11-18
- ^ Luke James (Ft. Big K.R.I.T.) – Traveling, retrieved 2020-11-18
- ^ Flanagan, Andrew (24 November 2020). "Beyoncé, Dua Lipa Headline 2021 Grammy Nominations". www.nprillinois.org. Retrieved 2020-11-25.
- ^ "Luke James' 'awkward' strip scene in 'LITTLE'". www.usatoday.com.
- ^ Komonibo, Ineye (6 November 2019). "A Definitive Ranking Of Issa's Love Interests On Insecure". www.refinery29.com.
- ^ Petski, Denise (March 22, 2017). "'Unsolved': Luke James, Aisha Hinds & Letoya Luckett Cast In USA's Tupac Shakur Biggie Smalls Pilot". Deadline.
- ^ "The Bobby Brown Story" – via www.imdb.com.
- ^ Grant, Shawn (September 17, 2019). "'The Chi' Adds La La Anthony, Lil Rel, Luke James to Cast".
- ^ a b c d e f "Bio: Luke James". Island Def Jam. Archived from the original on February 19, 2013. Retrieved March 19, 2013.
- ^ a b c "Luke James Bio". Last.fm. January 15, 2013. Retrieved January 29, 2013.
- ^ a b c d e Cline, Georgette (December 30, 2011). "Luke James Admits He Was Once a 'Dirtbag,' Speaks on New EP". theboombox.com. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
- ^ Kellman, Andy. "ALl Music rundown". AllMusic. Retrieved May 20, 2016.
- ^ "Best New Artist Nominees – 2012 Soul Train Awards". bet.com. October 31, 2012. Retrieved March 25, 2013.
- ^ "Hot Shot: Luke James Unwraps Risqué 'Make Love To Me' Cover". thatgrapejuice.net. January 9, 2013. Retrieved March 20, 2013.
- ^ "Video Premiere: Luke James – 'Make Love to Me'". toyazworld.com. December 15, 2012. Retrieved March 20, 2013.
- ^ "Watch: Luke James Visits '106 & Park', Talks Grammy nomination, Beyonce, & More". thatgrapejuice.net. December 15, 2012. Retrieved March 20, 2013.
- ^ "2013 Grammy Nominations". BET. Retrieved March 20, 2013.
- ^ "Premiere: Luke James' 'I.O.U.'". vibe.com. February 7, 2013. Retrieved March 20, 2013.
- ^ "BEYONCÉ TAPS LUKE JAMES TO OPEN FOR EUROPEAN TOUR". April 18, 2013.
- ^ "New Video: Luke James (Feat. Hit-Boy) 'Oh God'". 13 August 2013. Retrieved 18 December 2016.
- ^ "New Video: Luke James 'Strawberry Vapors'". 5 December 2013. Retrieved 18 December 2016.
- ^ "59th Annual GRAMMY Awards Winners & Nominees". Retrieved 18 December 2016.
- ^ Wendy Williams (2017-01-17), New Edition Story, retrieved 2017-10-20
- ^ "Luke James – Billboard Chart History". billboard.com. Retrieved March 28, 2013.
- ^ "Luke James On Sex-Symbol Status, Staying Humble & Soul Train". centrictv.com. Retrieved March 26, 2013.
- ^ "Luke James Remains Humble After Missing Grammy, Readies Debut Album for 2013". singersroom.com. February 10, 2013. Retrieved March 26, 2013.
- ^ "Soul Train Awards 2013 Winners: Full List". centrictv.com. December 1, 2013. Retrieved December 18, 2016.
- ^ Shafer, Ellise (March 14, 2021). "Grammys 2021 Winners List". Variety. Retrieved March 14, 2021.
External links
- Official website
- Luke James on Instagram
- Luke James on Twitter
- Luke James at IMDb