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Raised on a healthy diet of local jazz and his mother’s CD collection which included Celine Dion and Anita Baker, during his teenage years Ocean would wash cars and mow lawns to pay for studio time. The singer later enrolled at the University of New Orleans before hurricane Katrina hit, which offered Frank Ocean some perspective and the singer subsequently moved to Los Angeles, California. Having recorded a number of demos at a friend’s studio, the alt-R&B singer earned a songwriting deal and began penning songs for the likes of Justin Bieber, John Legend, and Beyoncé.
Reluctant to remain in the limelight’s shadow, Ocean joined the hype-inspiring hip-hop collective Odd Future in 2009. During his time with the group the singer’s songwriting found a new lease of life thanks to band member Tyler, the Creator, and Ocean subsequently inked a solo deal with Def Jam Recordings. In 2011 Ocean released his debut mixtape “Nostalgia, Ultra”, which was extolled by critics and fans alike. Endowed with natural R&B tones and a willingness to take experimental risks, the record introduced the singer to a new host of listeners and future collaborators. Later in 2011 the singer appeared on Jay-Z and Kanye West’s collaborative album “Watch the Throne” raising the anticipation for his debut full-length.
Frank Ocean’s released his first full-length album “Channel Orange” in July 2012, universally receiving widespread and absolute critical acclaim. Featuring hip-hop, soul and R&B influences, the record is one of powerful imagery and Ocean’s enviably confessional songwriting. Propelling the singer to the heights of musical success the record debuted at No. 2 on the Billboard 200 and produced the singles “Thinkin Bout You”, “Pyramids”, “Sweet Life”, and “Lost”. The record went on to earn Ocean six Grammy Award nominations and was supported by an extensive U.S and European tour.
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Out of all the artists I have had the opportunity to see live to date, Frank Ocean comes out top. In 2013, headlining the second stage at Wireless Festival, I made great attempt to get I good spot in the crowd, anticipating that this performance wouldn't disappoint. And it didn't. There were no gimmicks, just Frank Ocean and his piano. It was a breathtaking, solo live performance. He performed most of the Channel Orange album, which the crowd reacted eagerly to each and every track intro. He also performed the full version of "Pyramids," which got the crowd really going. The highlight of his set has to be "Thinkin' bout you." I think this is the most memorable live musical moment I am proud to say I was present for. In the tent, every single person in the crowd was singing along with Frank Ocean for this one, so much so that it drowned Frank out. Regardless, it was a beautiful moment, for such a soulful song. Of my Wireless experience that year, Frank Ocean was by far my favourite act, beating likes of Justin Timberlake, Jay Z, Miguel and Kendrick Lamar. Frank Ocean is someone who I would thoroughly recommend to anyone familiar with his material. For a live musical act, he is one of the best out there.
Jaynika
Frank Ocean is an American R&B singer and songwriter who hails all the way from the States. Ocean, real name Christopher Breaux, has made quite a name for himself in the States and is now making himself a household name worldwide. Ocean has an amazing voice and his vocals suit a live performance, where he really gets to show off his raw, natural talent. I’ve heard Ocean reach notes that most female artists would be unable to reach. His concert was amazing, displaying his whole array of hits as well as his lesser known songs. Ocean mixed ballads, such as the brilliant ‘Thinking Bout You’ which really showed off his vocal skills, to more upbeat tracks such as ‘Swim Good’. Ocean tends to close his eyes when he sings ballads, and really concentrate on evoking real, raw emotions. During the more upbeat tempos, he gets the crowd going, swaying their arms and dancing to the chilled beats. His music is perfect for a festival crowd, as it is chilled and easy to listen to. Frank Ocean is a soulful singer who needs no gimmicks to be brilliant on stage.
sabraziz
Many people would argue that Californian singer/songwriter Frank Ocean has changed the face of R & B with the release of his first two albums 'nostalgia,ULTRA' and 'Channel ORANGE'. The intelligent lyricist breathed a much needed breath of fresh air into a highly recycled genre and demonstrated what could be achieved when manipulating the key conventions.
The former member of Odd Future has had great experience onstage yet he seems to adopt a whole new confident persona during his solo headline tours. Perhaps it is the fact he has a great backing band supporting him or the fact every person in the room has brought tickets to his show. Whatever the reason, he conducts the show with a bold pace able to really stretch out moments and bask in the instrumentals or lyrical bridges. The crowd goes absolutely wild throughout as he is something of a cult hero on both the UK and US circuit, he thanks them and concludes with an endearing 'Sierra Leone'.
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