Leon Ware NEW ALBUM IN-STORES 8/12/08

LEON WARE - Songs & Sensuality
Songwriter/Producer Leon Ware has created such classics as “I Wanna Be Where You Are” (Michael Jackson), “Body Heat” (Quincy Jones), “Inside My Love” (Minnie Riperton), “If I Ever Lose This Heaven” (AWB,Quincy Jones) and the undeniably sensual, soul classic album “ I Want You” (Marvin Gaye).
His list of credits include many soul legends, pop and contemporary jazz artists who have recorded his songs. His influence and collaboration continue to be heard with contemporary artists such as Maxwell (“Sumthin’ Sumthin”), John Legend (“So High”) and Hip-Hop legends such as Tupac, Ice Cube, A Tribe Called Quest, among many others.
As a recording artist, Leon’s first project was released in 1972 via United Artists followed by some featured performances on Quincy’s “Body Heat” and “Mellow Madness” albums as well as the soundtrack of “The Education of Sonny Carson”. Motown released “Musical Massage” in 1976 which was re-released in 2003 as one of Motown’s Classic Albums. “Inside Is Love”, released by TK in 1979 was followed by two projects released by Elektra in the early ‘80’s, all of which have been re-released internationally.
Since 1995, Leon has been recording independently beginning with the sensual and soulful “Taste The Love”. His next project, “Candlelight” (2001) in collaboration with Don Grusin, is a collection of jazz standards along with a few jazz-leaning originals featuring Leon’s vocals and Don’s keyboard dynamics. “Love’s Drippin” (2003)is a return to the more sensual, soulful and romantic style that is his signature. “A Kiss In The Sand” (2004)– his most recent release, is a mesmerizing blend of Leon’s soulful voice and his deep love of Brazilian music.
As a performing artist, he’s been appearing on international stages over the years and is excited to now focus on bringing his music to venues and music programs throughout the world.
Leon continues on his creative path and is compiling material for several projects. He’s been working with various contemporary DJ’s and up and coming writer/producer/artists in addition to re-visiting some of his earlier works in new ways.
For more information, visit: www.leonware.com