Jamie Hawkins

Location:
OAKLAND, California, US
Type:
Artist / Band / Musician
Genre:
Soul / Neo-soul / Christian
Writer, Producer Jamie Hawkins is the real deal. Though born

the son of gospel legends, Walter and Tramaine Hawkins, Jamie

has carved out a style all his own. Known around the world for

his beautiful melodies and full-bodied production, Jamie is the

man musicians listen to when they need inspiration.



In 1999, Jamie signed with Elektra Records and recorded a self-

titled album. Although the album was never released, its

promotional sampler became and international cult classic. With

only 250,000 copies in circulation, it has commanded prices as

high as $400 in online auctions 5 years after its release.



A longtime band director, Jamie has earned the respect of his

peers, both young and old. He has served as musical director

for many multi-platinum artists and groups including: Jodeci,

Mary J. Blige, Boys II Men, and Lauryn Hill. He has also worked

with Destinys Child, Carlos Santana, Amerie and Dwanye

Wiggins; and as a recording artist himself, toured with Jill Scott

and served as opening act for Gladys Knight. And in 2002, as a

songwriter and producer, Jamie co-wrote and produced the

smash hit You Know That I Love You, for Donnell Jones.



These days, Jamie is currently working as Musical Director for

wife Sunny Hawkins. He has a new production company Odd

Couple Productions with wife Sunny. Their efforts can be

heard on Sunny s debut CD More of You which is an

Inspirational/Contemporary Gospel CD that is currently

receiving rave reviews from both gospel and secular music fans

and media alike.



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