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There's an argument to be made that Douglas E Davis is responsible for the term beatboxer becoming an expression at all. It was he who coined the nickname “The Original Human Beatbox” while he was making a name for himself as a rapper and performer around Harlem, and while others might have enjoyed more commercial success than him with their skills, they still own one hell of a debt to Doug E. Fresh. His first recorded appearance was on the Spoonie Gee and DJ Spivey single “Pass The Buddha”, and after that, his most notable early performance was with The Treacherous Three for their track “Beat Street”. This exposure meant that Fresh began building up some hype around himself, and began to release solo singles with the labels Enjoy and Vinetertainment.
By the end of 1985, Fresh was one of the biggest names in hip-hop with his group The Get Fresh Crew (which featured a young Slick Rick in its line up). He was having hits on both sides of the Atlantic with his single “The Show” hurtling into the top ten of the UK singles chart at number 7. By 1988, he had gone some way of earning the title he gave himself on his second solo album “The World's Greatest Entertainer”, which is a title he keeps to this very day. Remaining an influence even today, it was even Fresh's dance moves that inspired the Cali Swag District to record the smash hit single “Teach Me How To Dougie” in 2010, a good couple of decades after Fresh's last charting hit. Some talents never truly die, and as long as true hip-hop is still a cultural force, Doug E. Fresh will still be one of the men to thank for that. Highly recommended.
Avis
Known as the ‘Human Beat Boxer’ Harlem’s Doug E Fresh started out as a solo artist signed to Enjoy Records, it wasn’t until he joined forces with a group of DJ’s called the Get Fresh Crew along with Slick Rick in 1984 that they reached unprecedented success. The following year they released their hit singles ‘The Show’ and ‘La-Di-Da-Di’ unleashing their talent outside of the Americas. With Slick Rick leaving to pursue solo endeavours, the group continued and went on to release two albums before talking a four year hiatus. Returning with a brief stint on MC Hammer’s label Bust It Records and releasing one album, Doug E Fresh found a new home at Island Records in the shape of Gee Street. In 2010, he regained popularity through hip-hop group Cali Swag District who revived his signature dancehall moves in their hit ‘Teach Me How To Dougie’. Back on form with a new lease of life, Doug energises audiences wherever he goes with his charismatic nature as he interacts with the crowd between tracks evoking raucous cheers. As he grooves across the stage playing all the old school classics with his signature dance moves, the crowd go wild throwing their arms back and forth. Breaking up the set with his incredible beat-boxing ability the audience just stare in awe. All round entertainer, Doug E Fresh is guaranteed to make you laugh, dance and party hard.
EvieCriedWolf
Douglas E. Davis better known by the stage name Doug E. Fresh is one of the most prolific American artists due to his reputation as a human beat boxer. A pioneer of the trend that exploded through the 90s, he can imitate drum machines and special effects like no other. Although many claim to attain this skill, and most likely at parties after having one too many, Doug is a truly skilled performer and his abilities are to be seen to be believed.
He may not have concentrated on recording since his heyday in the late 80s and mid 90s yet fans still continue to buy up the tickets as they are more interested in watching Fresh do what he does best with his vocal sounds. Plus he has a discography full of cult hits including 'Lovin' Every Minute Of It' and 'Bustin' Out' which are performed tonight over the cheers of the audience. The spotlight is truly on the voice and the way in which it is manipulated to sound like a whole variety of instruments tonight. He thanks the crowd one final time before performing a lengthy version of 'Keep Risin' To The Top' as he beat boxes at alarming speeds whilst the audience cheer louder and louder.
sean-ward
Outstanding show, great energy and reminds me of how you should feel when you watch your favorite artists perform. You forget about all of the songs that these artists made until you get dropped off in memory lane all over again. Sign me up and take my money any day.
grantez-stephens
This was my first time seeing him performed and had a blast. Will definitely go again when he returns to Southaven, Ms. I listen to him while I am at work and elsewhere. The whole concert gets an outstanding review.
Thank you
Carol Todd
CarolDavisTodd
The show was Awesome! He performed like we were back in the day. It was like A Family Reunion...Great Music & A Great Time by all in attendance !!! He captivated everyone in attendance, he even had the under 20 going crazy. The Show was Lit!
myra-shaw-cole
The show was incredible. The highlight was Dougie Fresh and Avant was wonderful. I have always wanted to see both of them live and I had front row seats. I would definitely see them again when they come back in town
frenchie210
The show was awesome Doug E Fresh always put on the greatest show on earth .plus my first date with a young lady I met a few days ago and she was happy also with show first date Doug E Fresh concert woo wee
wooweemike
OMG!!!!!! Doug E. Fresh was amazing as always. I make sure I see him when ever he comes to Chicago. I love the how he brings the little children up on stage and teach them how to Dougie
alicia-henderson-hop
Doug E Fresh was fantastic, her was the best performer of the show. Doug looked the same as he did 15yrs ago. He also performed like no other. He is the best.
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