Maxwell's Comeback
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Music from the Heart
Maxwell, an R&B songwriter and singer, born in Brooklyn, NY, is heavily inspired by the sound of classic soul music. His neo-soul approach helped to instantly skyrocket his career in 1996, where his debut album sold more than 2 million copies. His most recent album, BLACKsummers'night, released in 2009, won him 6 nominations and 2 trophies for the 2010 Grammy Awards.
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