Glenn “Blaze”
Burrell-(Singer/Songwriter/Actor)
Glenn “Blaze” Burrell was born
on September 6, 1980 to mother Marva Lumar and father Glenn “Blazer”
Burrell. Young Blaze was raised in a small country town west of New
Orleans called Edgard, La. From childhood, music proved to be
prevalent in young Blaze’s life. His parents introduced him to
gospel music and rhythm and blues at a very young age. Marva Lumar,
Blaze’s mother, actually sung in a group with one of her brothers,
his older uncles also had a group; so it was hard for Blaze to avoid
falling in love with music. With so much musical influence, Blaze
began singing at the tender age of 7. As Blaze reached his teenage
years, he became known as the kid that could out dance anyone; he
drew crowds at social events with his dancing skills. Although Blaze
was an incredible dancer, he was still a shy kid that was not yet
ready to share his voice with the world. As Blaze worked on his
craft of singing, he put countless hours of practice singing songs by
influential artists such as; Jodeci, Guy, New Edition, Dru Hill,
Bobby Womack, James Brown, The Temptations, Prince, R. Kelly, Silk
and H-Town.
As a senior in high school, Blaze
was finally ready to share his voice with his fellow classmates and
the local community at a yearly event for the graduating class called
“Class Night.” Blaze received a wave of applause for his
rendition of Dru Hill’s song entitled “ Beauty.” The crowd
response was all Blaze needed to solidify his love for music and from
that day he knew he had to follow his dreams and ambitions of
becoming a successful R&B soul singer. After graduating from
high school, Blaze attended Delgado Community College in New Orleans,
La. While there he continued to hone in on his skills and perform
more regularly at campus events. Around that same time , Blaze was
discovered by a local label called “Platinum Records” which
provided him with the opportunity to record. Blaze worked with this
label for a year, after that year the label was dissolved. Although
this was a road block, Blaze would not let the defunct company be a
deterrent to his dreams. In the meantime, Blaze work a job at a
local store, attended school and continued to perform and build upon
his music. Over the next few years, Blaze joined the groups
(Xtaci/Unek) with productions by; Cal-Co Productions and G-Town
Records. After the groups disbanded, Blaze was once again a solo act.
Still focused on finding success in music, Blaze tried out for the
American Idol series; in which his performance was televised locally
making Blaze a local favorite. This helped to get Blaze’s name out
there on the New Orleans R&B scene which aided in the booking of
multiple shows.
In 2007, Blaze entered a contest
in New Orleans called, “The Tom Joyner Big Break Contest.” Blaze
won the contest with a unanimous vote. He also competed on TV shows
such as; “The Voice” and “The X-Factor” where he had success.
Blaze has definitely made a name for himself as one of New Orleans,
St. John and surrounding areas brightest upcoming Artist. Blaze has
performed at numerous venues across the south and he has released one
mixed tape called, “Nuthin’ But Heat” and a second fan
favorite self entitled “Blaze.” His latest work labeled “Diary
of a Soul Singer” is loaded with fan favorites such as the Soulful
Track “Sick and Tired and the sexually charged female favorite song
properly named “Naughty.”
Blaze was honored to be asked to
open up for many Great Artists such as; K-Ci & Jo Jo, Anthony
Hamilton, Tyrese, R. Kelly, Lyfe Jennings, Tank, Ginuwine, Erykah
Badu, Carl Thomas, Adina Howard, After 7, Mystikal, Trey Songs, Bobby
Valentino, J. Holiday, Ray J., Kevin Gates, Vivian Green, Silk,
H-Town, Tucka, T-Rex, also opened for an Event NOLA Viewer’s Choice
Awards in New Orleans.
Blaze is a talented artist with
songwriting skills as well as acting skills. He did a few Acting
appearances in Stage Plays such as; “Home for Christmas” and
“School Days” that was produced and directed by: Keshia
“Peaches” Caldwell and Chey Jones with Class Act Entertainment.
Contact Info:
*Facebook.com/glennblazeburrell
*Reverbnation.com/BlazeBurrell
*Twitter: Blaze85 _
*Instagram: Blaze85_
*Email:
glennblazeburrell@gmail.com
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