Alvin Garrett & Joe: A Winning Formula

After writing four songs on Joe’s 2013 release, “Doubleback: Evolution of R&B,” Alvin Garrett reconnected with the crooner for his 2014 release, “Bridges.”  The first album yielded two chart-topping singles, “I’d Rather Have a Love” and “Love & Sex” feat Fantasia, and a resurgence of Joe’s presence on the R&B scene. Maybe it’s the Alabama heritage shared by the two singer-songwriters. Maybe it’s the preacher’s kids connection. Who knows? All we know is that IT WORKS. The formula works. Continue reading →

Alvin Garrett Writes 4 Songs for Joe’s New Album “DOUBLE BACK: Evolution of R&B”

Congratulations to the Grammy-nominated Alvin Garrett for his stellar contribution to what many are calling an instant classic and a sure-pick for the 2014 Grammys. In its first week alone, Joe’s new album, “DOUBLE BACK: Evolution of R&B” hit #1 on the Billboard R&B charts, #1 on the Billboard Independent Album charts, #4 on the billboard R&B/Hip-hop albums chart, and #6 on the Billboard top 200 albums chart!!!! Continue reading →